Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson released the following statement regarding today's Senate confirmation of Judge Tanya Walton Pratt to serve on the federal bench for the U.S. District Court based in Indianapolis:
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June 10, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of the effort to close the gap in Medicare's prescription drug coverage, $250 checks will begin hitting the mailboxes of tens of thousands of seniors this week, Congressman André Carson said today.
Under the recently enacted health reform law, seniors whose drug costs exceed the threshold under Medicare Part D, known as the "donut hole," will receive this one-time, tax-free $250 rebate check in 2010. These checks will continue to be mailed monthly over the next several months as seniors reach the coverage gap.
June 10, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman André Carson today voted to approve legislation to help the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) continue its work to insure mortgage loans and expand homeownership opportunities.
The FHA Reform Act of 2010 allows FHA to adjust its premium structure for new borrowers while still providing affordable mortgage insurance to individuals, including low-income and minority borrowers in traditionally underserved areas.
July 8, 2010
Carson Statement on Magnus-Stinson Confirmation
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.
"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.'
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.
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.