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Tax Reform
Today is Tax Day, so I wanted to share a few thoughts on tax reform. It’s no secret that the federal government’s Achilles heel is its inability to control its spending habits. In order to fund this bad habit, the federal government has put the burden on the backs of our taxpayers.

Currently, our tax code is much more complicated than it should be, and creates an atmosphere that overwhelms middle and lower income families. As a former small business owner, and someone who was not only interested in doing well for myself, but also in creating jobs for people in my community and spreading opportunities to other folks, I will tell you our overly complicated tax code does very little to encourage growth. 

I shared a longer conversation on tax reform on my Facebook page, which you can view by clicking  here.

Finance Hearing on Cyber Security at the IRS
Last week at the Finance Committee Hearing, my colleagues and I had the opportunity to hear from IRS Commissioner John Koskinen about cyber security, or the lack thereof, at the IRS. Unfortunately, basically what I heard from Commissioner Koskinen was "blah.blah.blah." It is no secret that the IRS has major issues; however, the lack of progress made towards fixing those issues has put too many taxpayers at risk.

I know firsthand about identity theft and that it can be a terrifying experience. It is especially terrifying when it becomes apparent that a government agency is the one who put you at risk, despite the fact that they had been warned over and over again that their cyber security systems had to be updated. 

Protecting all taxpayers is my top concern. I will continue to hold the IRS' feet to the fire, and push to ensure they are handling your information with the greatest of care. Anything less is absolutely unacceptable.

Heritage Classic
Yesterday, I attended the Heritage Classic in Hilton Head. I enjoyed seeing Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka and everyone else in Beaufort County.

Also, my favorite part of coming to the classic every year is an excuse to break out the plaid hat!

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Sincerely,

Tim