Press Releases
August 3, 2012
75 Employers to Participate in Congressman Carson's Central Indiana Job Fair
August 1, 2012
Congressman André Carson to Host 3rd Annual Central Indiana Job Fair
June 28, 2012
Rep. Carson Calls Holder Vote "Political Stunt"
Congressman Carson released today the following statement after the House's vote to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress:
House Republicans today have made a mockery of the United States House of Representatives, reducing our important work to nothing more than a political stunt.
June 28, 2012
Rep. Carson's Statement on the Supreme Court's ACA Decision
Congressman Carson released today the following statement regarding the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act:
The Affordable Care Act decision is not about a political party; it is about progress for the American people. It is an extraordinary victory for our seniors, for Americans with preexisting conditions, and for young people with insurance coverage through their parents.
May 17, 2012
Congressman Carson Debuts "Carson in Your Corner" Video Series
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson today debuted the "Carson in Your Corner" video series to highlight constituent success stories in Indiana's 7th Congressional District. The video series will emphasize services available through contacting Carson's Office and introduce viewers to those who have benefitted from reaching out for help.
May 16, 2012
Rep. Carson Joins Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry and Local Organizations, Opposes Legislation that Rolls Back Protections in the Violence Against Women Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson today will vote against H.R. 4970, a Republican bill that undermines the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
May 10, 2012
Carson Holds Wall Street Accountable, Cosponsors Bill to Protect Consumers from Unnecessary Overdraft Fees
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. André Carson has signed on as an original cosponsor of the Overdraft Protection Act, a bill that codifies regulations that stop banks from charging overdraft fees unless consumers specifically request the coverage be provided. The bill also ensures that overdraft charges are reasonable and proportional to the overdraft amount.
April 27, 2012
Republicans Playing Games with Student Loan Bill, Undermining Health of Women and Children
Rep. André Carson votes against H.R. 4628
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4628, a Republican bill that undermines bipartisan efforts to prevent the doubling of student loan interest rates for nearly 7.4 million Americans. The Republican bill makes dangerous cuts to women's and children's health services and protects big oil.
March 30, 2012
Congressman André Carson Announces the Damien Center and City of Indianapolis as Recipients of $1.4 Million Federal Grant
INDIANAPOLIS – Congressman André Carson today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded a $1.4 million grant to the City of Indianapolis, which will benefit the Damien Center, a local organization serving persons in Central Indiana who are affected by HIV/AIDS.
March 28, 2012
Rep. André Carson Now Accepting Submissions for 2012 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson today announced that his office is now accepting submissions for the 2012 Congressional Art Competition. The competition, entitled "An Artistic Discovery", highlights the artwork of high school students in Indiana's 7th Congressional District, with the winning piece being displayed at the United States Capitol Building.