Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) today issued the following statement regarding President George W. Bush’s State of the Union address:

"President Bush delivered a strong, forceful State of the Union address tonight.  He articulated a plan to reform and limit government, continue the tax cuts and give Americans the chance to make more choices for themselves – especially in the area of health care.  Improved health savings accounts will give individuals more control over their medical decisions – and help reign in the overall cost of health care.  The President reaffirmed his commitment to cutting both taxes and government, which will fuel our economy’s growth in the years ahead."

"I am confident in the President’s plan to protect our Homeland and national security in our continued fight against Islamic Extremists.  There are many difficult decisions facing us in the Middle East – and the civilized world will not stand for a madman in Iran to have nuclear weapons."