Media

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 7^th 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.