Press Releases

March 26, 2012

Rep. André Carson's Statement on the Passing of Rev. Boniface Hardin

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman André Carson released today the following statement regarding the passing of Martin University founder Rev. Boniface Hardin:

Over the weekend, our community bid farewell to a devoted and passionate leader, a man who shepherded our great city through times of racial tumult and galvanized a new era of educational opportunity for the young men and women of our community.

March 20, 2012

Rep. André Carson Introduces Bill to Raise Awareness about the Dangers of Synthetic Drugs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman André Carson (D-IN) introduced H.R. 4205, which calls upon the Office of National Drug Control Policy to include a public service announcement on the dangers of synthetic drugs as part of it national youth anti-drug media campaign. This bill requires no additional funding and addresses a growing public health and safety concern.

March 15, 2012

Rep. Carson Asks Secretary Panetta to Expedite Implementation of Military Mental Health Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman André Carson (IN-7) directed a letter to Defense Secretary Leon Panetta requesting the expedited implementation of portions of his Service Members Mental Health Screening Act, which was signed into law by President Barack Obama as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012.

WASHINGTON, DC – The Indiana congressional delegation today sent a letter to President Barack Obama expressing strong support for Governor Mitch Daniels' request that the administration provide Public Assistance to five counties in southern Indiana impacted by the recent severe tornadoes and storms. Yesterday the governor asked that a Major Disaster Area Declaration be declared for Clark, Jefferson, Scott, Ripley and Washington counties.

March 7, 2012

Rep. Carson's Statement on Peyton Manning's Exit from the Colts

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson (D-IN) released today the following statement regarding Peyton Manning's exit from the Indianapolis Colts:

I have no doubt I join every Colt fan in the nation today in expressing sadness that Peyton Manning will not finish his storied career in Indianapolis.

March 6, 2012

Rep. André Carson's Statement on the Passing of Rep. Donald Payne

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson (D-IN) released today the following statement after the news of the passing of Rep. Donald Payne (D-NJ):

I am deeply saddened to learn of Congressman Payne's passing. Rep. Payne possessed an unwavering commitment and dedication to all those he served, devoting his entire professional life to the pursuit of justice and equality for his neighbors near and far.

February 17, 2012

U.S. House Passes Payroll Tax Cut Extension, Carson Expresses Reservations

The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the conference agreement on H.R. 3630, the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act. The bill - which extends the payroll tax cut for 160 million Americans, ensures tens of millions of seniors can continue to see the doctor of their choice under Medicare, and extends partial unemployment benefits - passed the House by a vote of 293-132.

February 9, 2012

ADVISORY: Congressman André Carson and Local Students to Deliver Valentines for Recovering Veterans

INDIANAPOLIS - Congressman André Carson will join local students tomorrow to deliver hundreds of valentines prepared by area school children to veterans at the Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis.