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U.S. Representative Kristi Noem (R-SD) offered a mixed reaction to the President’s State of the Union address to the nation.

“Once again tonight, the President relied on higher taxes, increased spending and more government to tackle our nation’s economic woes rather than giving entrepreneurs and businesses the regulatory certainty they need along with the freedom they desire.  We don’t need higher taxes we need less subsidy.” Noem added. 

“The President talked about developing an all-of-the-above energy policy, but unfortunately I fear this is just a talking point since just days ago he vetoed the Keystone XL pipeline project that would have created jobs and increased access to safe North American energy,” said Noem.

“There was once again much talk about what small businesses need to succeed, but the simple fact is that there are currently more than 4,000 new regulations in the pipeline, 219 of which will have a major impact on the economy.  If President Obama was serious about keeping his pledge to do away with burdensome regulations, then he should have urged Senate Democrats to pass the nearly 30 bipartisan jobs bills – many of which rein in costly and excessive government regulations - sitting on their doorstep,” said Noem.

“Additionally, it is unfortunate that the President devoted so little time to the issue of cutting spending and tackling our debt and deficit.  Ignoring the issue won’t make it go away –even if you’re the President,” said Noem.

“Despite our differences, I still believe there are some areas where we can work together.  The President continues to show good faith to reform education by giving more control to local schools and States.  Additionally, I agree with the President’s desire go after China and others when they aren’t playing by the fair trade rules,” said Noem

“I am holding out hope that we can work together on some key issues this year because that is what the American people elected us to do,” concluded Noem.