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July 28, 2011

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 Topeka – House Speaker Mike O’Neal (R-Hutchinson) named freshman Representative Terry Calloway (R-Pittsburg) to the newly created KAN-ED Study Committee. The KAN-ED program was created by the Kansas Legislature to provide low-cost internet and broadband services to schools, libraries and hospitals.

This ten-member committee was charged by the legislature with studying the efficiency and effectiveness of the KAN-ED program in providing broadband internet access to schools, libraries and hospitals. This Committee is composed of members of the Education, Information Technology, Public Health and Welfare, Health and Human Services, Utilities and Budget Committees to ensure that every perspective of KAN-Ed is adequately represented.

Representative Calloway is the President and chief executive officer of Data Technique Inc., a software and consulting firm that has twice been named a Novell Partner of the Year. He also served as a visiting instructor at Pittsburg State University and served as a part-time instructor for adult classes in microcomputer software.

“With his business background and technical expertise Representative Calloway is uniquely suited to review the KAN-ED program and ensure that the funds spent on this program are being put to the best possible use,” said Speaker O’Neal. “I am confident his knowledge will be an asset to this team.”

The KAN-ED Study Committee will meet during the summer before presenting its recommendations to the Kansas Legislature during the 2012 session.

TOPEKA, Kan. (July 28, 2011) – The Kansas Chamber of Commerce has named Representative Terry Calloway as a Pro-Jobs Legislator for the 2011 Legislative Session.

“We are proud to announce that Representative Calloway has distinguished himself by supporting the tenets of free enterprise in order to move Kansas towards becoming the best state in America to live and work,” said Kansas Chamber President & CEO Kent Beisner. “We appreciate the hard work of Rep. Calloway to grow jobs and the economy.”

“The statewide business community relies on decision-makers in Topeka who understand the importance of a healthy business climate. We thank Representative Calloway for his leadership,” added Kansas Chamber Chair of the Board of Directors Dave Murfin, President and CEO of Murfin Drilling Company in Wichita, Kansas.

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The Kansas Chamber, with headquarters in Topeka, is the leading statewide pro-business advocacy group moving Kansas towards becoming the best state in America to live and work. The Chamber represents small, medium and large employers all across Kansas. For more information on the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, go to www.kansaschamber.org.

March 18th, 2011

Topeka –Today on a 73 to 47 vote, the Kansas House passed the March to Economic Growth Act (MEGA) which reduces corporate and individual income tax levels with a trigger based on growth. If state tax receipts increase over the immediately preceding fiscal year, then a corresponding reduction in both taxes will occur. By providing a consistent and less complicated tax structure, this bill limits the role of state government and fosters business growth and investment.

“The overall goal of this bill is institutional change toward a pro-growth policy,” said Representative Calloway (R-Pittsburg). “We are committed to collecting revenue by growing the economy rather than increasing the tax rate on existing revenue streams. People vote with their feet. From side-by-side comparisons we know that states without individual income tax experience population and revenue growth at a consistently higher rate than states with high rates.”

During the debate, two amendments were adopted. Representative Carlson (R-St. Marys) proposed reduction of the sales tax rate to 5.7 beginning in 2013. An amendment from Representative Brown (R-Eudora) would ultimately reduce the corporate income tax rate to 3.5 while eliminating the personal income tax completely.

Terry Calloway has won the Primary Election in a landslide.  Please follow this link to the Morning Sun to read the coverage after the votes were counted.

Following is a list of questions asked of Terry Calloway and the answers he submitted for the Primary Election held on August 3rd.

1. Why do you believe you are best qualified to be state Rep.?

I feel that I am most qualified because of my business experience, specifically, the years of experience in creating opportunities for jobs and business to exist. It will be important not only for the next Representative to help to create jobs and spur economic growth, but to come up with a long-term plan to make sure that jobs and new business are here tomorrow, next week, next year and beyond. For this to become a reality at the state level, we need experienced individuals capable of making it happen.

I know what we are up against because I have lived it. I know what it takes to rebound and emerge stronger and better than ever. The key is how we respond, the actions we take and the hard work we're willing to put in. I've lived it myself, and I know what it takes to right the ship. In 1987, while I was working for McNally Manufacturing, I was laid off, and they closed their doors. When all seemed lost, I realized the opportunities before me. Though times were tough, I returned to college, earned a degree from Pittsburg State University and opened my own small business. I've built it up, and modified it when necessary, to remain competitive. That's what it takes when times are tough — hard work, focus and efficiency. That's the discipline I'll take to Topeka when I'm elected to represent the people of the Pittsburg Area.

As the owner of a successful small business for over 20 years, I have been bringing work from businesses and school districts all over the country to be performed by employees in Pittsburg. I have learned how to deal with the ups and downs of the economy and weather the storm when revenues fall short of projections.

I have a strong, proven background in creating jobs, balancing budgets, and eliminating inefficiencies.

2. What in your opinion, is the most pressing issue facing the office for which you are running?

The most pressing issue facing the next Representative will be to create jobs now, by doing everything in their power to spur and stabilize economic growth in Southeast Kansas.

Writing legislation for job creation takes time and that is something that the people of the Pittsburg area simply do not have. It is imperative that we immediately examine the existing resources we have and how they can be reallocated to create jobs today.

We also need a longterm fix, which includes less taxes that will keep more money in the economy where businesses and individuals operating in the free market can make the most of their opportunities. We need to seek other solutions to shortfalls before implementing more taxes that essentially hock our children's future for short-term gains.

In addition to working to solve our most pressing issue of jobs and economic growth, we must work to eliminate inefficiencies in government spending. Spending has increased over the past six years while the budget has decreased. This type of fiscally irresponsible governing is inexcusable.

3. How do you intend, if elected, to carry out your goals?

If elected, I will work with people and organizations on the state and local level to create incentives for businesses to locate in the Pittsburg area or to expand their operations to this area. I will also work to create tax-based incentives for the hundreds of existing businesses. It is not only important to attract new business development; we have to take care of what we have. We have to help them prosper so they can grow and offer new jobs and take care of the employees that they have.

Only through a collaborative effort, working with others, will our next Representative be able to achieve a voice powerful enough to cause the rest of the state to stop and listen. Instead of focusing on a personal agenda, I will build a strong coalition of legislators to accomplish our common goals in Kansas.

I will work with the newly elected Governor and State's Commerce Secretary to get economic development funds allocated to the Pittsburg area.

I'll be creative in finding solutions, such as the creation of new jobs by giving businesses incentives to locate in Kansas communities or expand their current facilities here.

I'll fight for small businesses so they can provide adequate health care benefits for their employees.

Leaning on my years of business experience, I'll make sure state revenue is used wisely and carefully and our tax dollars are not spent on an ever-expanding government.

For release: May 19, 2010

Contact: Terry Calloway, 301 Winwood Drive, Pittsburg, KS
620-231-6727, terry@terrycalloway.com
www.terrycalloway.com

Calloway announces candidacy for House, District 3 seat
PITTSBURG – Recognizing the need to attract new businesses and industry and to maintain and improve infrastructure in the Pittsburg area, longtime businessman Terry Calloway announces his candidacy for the Kansas House, District 3 seat.

Calloway is the President and CEO of Data Technique, Inc., Pittsburg, a computer technology-consulting firm he founded in 1986. He also has served as a visiting instructor at Pittsburg State University and served as a part-time instructor for (P.O.M.C./Fort Scott College Ext.) - lecturing adult classes in microcomputer software use and application.
Calloway earned a degree in computer science from Pittsburg State University and was awarded the PSU Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1999.

“I am running for office because there are great opportunities for growth in Pittsburg that have been overlooked. The job of 3rd District Representative doesn’t stop with legislation and I want to fulfill the whole job responsibility” says Calloway, who also sought the District 3 seat in 1998. “As a business owner and former Planning and Zoning Commission member, I have worked closely with city and county officials through the years. This experience and knowledge would prove beneficial for the position as city, county, and state officials need to work closely together to advocate as a united voice in an effort to make a difference for the people of Pittsburg. Listening to the needs of business is what I do for a living and as a legislator, I would listen and represent the needs of both the people of Pittsburg and our business community.”

Noting strong needs to improve and develop highways in southeast Kansas, Calloway cites transportation as a key ingredient to economic development. “I am very concerned about the deterioration of the airport and highway infrastructure in Kansas,” he said. “As a legislator, I would work to see we are better positioned to receive early funding, both State and Federal Dollars.”

Calloway’s company, Data Technique, Inc. was named one of Inc. magazine’s “Fastest Growing Companies in America” in 2006 and has twice been named a Novell Partner of the Year. Calloway’s company has employed over 235 technical and professionals since incorporating in 1988. These individuals work for clients in a number of settings, including over 25 school districts in Kansas and many colleges and universities including Missouri Southern State University, The University of Kansas and Kansas State University. Some corporate clients include Wal-Mart, Learjet, United Missouri Bank and Ameren.

Among Calloway’s past and present community and volunteer service positions have included: Pittsburg Planning and Zoning Commission Chairperson, Pittsburg Airport Advisory Board Chairperson, South Broadway Baptist Church Board of Trustees, Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, PSU College of Business Board of Advisors, Pittsburg Rotary Club, and Civil Air Patrol. Terry has also served on advisory boards of many information technology corporations including CMP Media, and Everything Channel. In the early 1990’s he also served on Novell Inc.'s first Internet Advisory Council.

Planning for the campaign began back in January and the “Calloway for Kansas House” committee was quickly formed with a number of volunteers eager to support his race. Former Pittsburg City Commissioner Mary Judene Nance is the Campaign Chairperson while former BKD Partner Richard Oler will serve as Treasurer.

Looking to the future for Kansas, Calloway wants to represent the people of the Third District and ensure they can look forward to a strong quality of life. “While the economy continues to make progress, there are opportunities and companies are looking to grow with communities who are forward-looking. I want Pittsburg to be that “forward-looking” community and provide benefits to our citizens. We can, once again, be a thriving community. I will work diligently in the capacity of your representative to ensure that there are favorable conditions for more jobs to be brought to Pittsburg.”

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