Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson today joined General Services Agency (GSA) Administrator Martha Johnson at the Major General Emmett J. Bean Federal Center to highlight a nearly $37 million investment that will create new jobs and generate savings through clean energy technology.
June 2, 2010
INDIANAPOLIS - Congressman André Carson will join the General Services Agency (GSA) Administrator Martha Johnson, Indianapolis businesses and workers on Friday, June 4 at the Major General Emmett J. Bean Federal Center to discuss economic and job impacts spurred by Recovery Act investments in Indianapolis.
June 1, 2010
The following is a statement from Congressman Andre Carson on today's flotilla incident in the Middle East:
"I was deeply saddened and troubled to hear about the violence that broke out aboard a civilian flotilla bound for Gaza. The international community must move quickly to gather the facts surrounding this tragedy and prevent heightened tensions from leading to further loss of life.
"National Small Business Week recognizes the unique impact made by entrepreneurs and small business owners.
"This weekend Americans will pause to recognize our fellow citizens who devoted their lives to the service of the United States. There is much that is owed to these men and women in uniform who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. President Abraham Lincoln called this sacrifice ‘the last full measure of devotion.'
May 28, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Helping to ensure that our military is fully prepared for threats and challenges across the globe, Congressman André Carson today helped pass the National Defense Authorization Act.
May 28, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson voted today to approve H.R. 5116, the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010. This key measure will create jobs and support research and development to ensure America remains a global economic leader.
COMPETES will double funding for basic scientific research over 10 years, as well as establishes an innovative technology federal loan program. These loan guarantees will help small- and medium-sized manufacturers stay competitive be increasing access to capital and encouraging investment in innovation.
May 27, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson today voted to approve legislation that makes significant investments in American jobs and cuts taxes for middle-class families to help the nation continue along the path of economic recovery.
Hundreds of qualified troops have been removed from service because of this flawed policy. Today we have finally taken an important step to address not only an important equal rights issue, but a national security issue.
The Honorable Greg Ballard
Mayor
City of Indianapolis
City-County Building
200 E. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Dear Mayor Ballard:
A few weeks ago, I was pleased to see your administration commit to providing the necessary stop-gap funding for the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library-assuring six local libraries in challenged neighborhoods will remain open for the immediate future. Your swift action and leadership on this issue was greatly appreciated by me and many residents across the city.