June 16, 2014

Dear Colleague,

In light of the enormous political changes that happened a week ago, I was approached by many
members who believe it is appropriate and timely to offer a way forward for our Conference. In politics,
we all know and recognize when the status quo has changed. When it does, we have to re-examine our
course while remembering our core principles.

Its been the honor of my life to serve in the U.S. Congress as a member of the historic class of
2010. We ran on a promise to find solutions to the problems that have plagued Washington for so many
years. Weve rolled up our sleeves, learned the ropes and worked as a team with the entire Conference to
get many valuable things done.

However, the more familiar weve become with the process, the more I have personally seen
specific things that could be improved. As a fourth generation farmer and small business owner, I love the
challenge of finding solutions to problems. The mechanics of big machinery can be very comparable to
the mechanics of a political process; it's the minutia of the engine parts that can sometimes determine the
success or failure of the job. So, after observing the inner-workings of our Conference for the past four
years, I propose the following pledges if I am honored to be elected as your Majority Whip:


Pledge #1 - A commitment to regular order.

Pledge #2 - Advance Whip Notifications - Ensuring that you are aware, in advance, of a
whip check, including relevant information, so that you have time to prepare.

Pledge #3 - Members will be provided timely copies of the bill text of any substantive
replacement managers amendment brought to the Floor for a vote.

Pledge #4 - Empowering members on local issues. As one of the first points of contact
with leadership, the Whip office will be approachable; serving you in a way that allows
you to effectively serve your constituents. Communication must flow freely in both
directions between members and leadership.


These are just a few of the many ideas and solutions Ill bring to the leadership table. We need
innovative ideas not only in legislation, but in the process itself, in order to be more effective in serving
the people of this country. I cut my teeth in politics under the great leadership of Governor Mitch Daniels
for eight years, four of which I served as Assistant Whip in the Indiana House. Under Governor Daniels, I
was part of a team offering creative, transparent and bold leadership decisions that got results. I would
bring that same approach as your Majority Whip.

Since entering this race, Ive had the pleasure of speaking to a majority of you. It has been
incredible working with Republicans from every corner of our nation and from every policy background.
I know this: we are, and must remain, a unified House Majority.

My goal is to serve our Conference in such a way, that whenever the status quo changes, we are
well prepared, able to adjust and ready to lead. Im running because I see the potential to fine-tune our
process; to make it leaner and more effective in passing good legislation. Im running because I have the
experience and knowledge to improve the inner-workings of our Conference. Im running because on
September 11, 2001 I promised my three-week-old son a better, more secure America, and I see a way
forward that will help me keep that promise.

I thank you in advance for your strong consideration and humbly ask for your vote.