Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman André Carson joined millions of Americans in recognizing Cinco de Mayo. This day marks the historic triumph of the Mexican people over the French Army in the battle of Puebla in 1862.
"Today, we celebrate the importance of Hispanics in this country, specifically the contributions Mexican Americans have made and continue to make," said Congressman Carson. "Their achievements have strengthened our nation, and this date reminds us that Mexican Americans continue to play an integral role in the trajectory of the United States."
May 4, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman André Carson welcomed the announcement by Vice President Biden and Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius that Indianapolis will receive federal funding and serve as a pilot community for a program aimed at promoting eventual wide-scale use of health information technology.
Washington, DC - U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, Congressman Andre Carson, and Amtrak President Joe Boardman will tour the Amtrak Beech Grove Maintenance Facility near Indianapolis tomorrow, Friday, April 2, 2010 at 10:30am. With the help of $32 million from the Recovery Act, the Amtrak facility has created 108 jobs and provided a boost to the local economy. The tour is open to the press, and a press availability will be held afterwards.
INDIANAPOLIS - Congressman André Carson today encouraged business owners and residents looking for career opportunities to join him this Saturday, April 24 for an Economic Recovery Forum hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.
The forum focuses on identifying important resources that can assist small business owners to strengthen and grow their company in the current economic climate. The program will also address opportunities for job training and job creation in Indianapolis.
INDIANAPOLIS - After joining President Barack Obama at the White House bill signing ceremony for health-care reform, Congressman André Carson lauded the immediate positive impact of the landmark new law, which went into effect today with the President's signature.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Congressman André Carson today announced a change to his communications team, naming Jason Tomcsi as his new press secretary. The change will take effect next Monday, April 26.
Tomcsi will manage day-to-day operations of Carson's press and communications office, acting as a spokesperson for the Congressman and the central point of contact for media inquiries.
WHEN: TODAY (Thursday), 11 a.m.
WHERE: Hawthorne Community Center, 70 N. Mount Street*
(*Hawthorne is an official Census "Be Counted Center" where residents can come to pick up Census forms if they don't have one and seek answers to questions)
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson released the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
"After more than a year of debate and constant work to bring together the best solutions to our nation's health care challenges, we've finally taken a monumental step toward a stronger, healthier America.
"Simply put, today's vote is nothing short of a game-changer for tens-of-millions of Americans-a life-saver for millions more.