*Administration of Barack Obama, 2014 *

*January 14, 2014 *

During his time in the United States Congress, Bill Owens has been a forceful advocate for the people of New York. Bill has helped create jobs and economic opportunity for hardworking North Country families and farmers. And as a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he has protected the interests of our men and women in uniform. Michelle and I thank Congressman Owens for his service, and we wish him, his wife Jane, and their three children the very best in the future.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Owens, Rep. William L., decision not to seek reelection*. *

*Names:* Obama, Michelle; Owens, Jane; Owens, William L.

*Subjects:* New York : U.S. Representative, retirement.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201400021.