Congresswoman Johnson Sends A Holiday Message To The Troops Around The World

Congresswoman Johnson recently recorded a special  holiday message to send to our troops serving around the world.  In her message Congresswoman Johnson said, "Our thoughts and prayers are with all those in the Armed Services that are serving this holiday season."

Congresswoman Johnson Honors Congressman Ralph Hall

Congresswoman Johnson, Ranking Member of the House Committee On Science Space & Technology, spoke at a ceremony honoring Congressman Ralph Hall. The Ceremony at the Capitol unveiled Hall's portrait that commemorates his Chairmanship of the House Committee On Science Space & Technology.

Congresswoman Johnson Urges House Leadership To Extend Middle Class Tax Cuts

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson urged her fellow Members of Congress to vote in favor of extending middle class tax cuts.

“Today, the White House released a report on the impact on consumer spending and retailers of the impending middle class tax hikes.  As the White House report illustrates, our economy can’t afford middle class tax hikes.  By extending these tax cuts, the typical middle class family will maintain a tax break of $2,200 next year.  

For the good of our country and our economy, we must work together to quickly extend tax cuts for 98 percent of all Americans.  If Congress fails to act, middle class families will see their income taxes go up in 2013.  It is essential that we work together to provide certainty and peace of mind to families, retailers, and small businesses during this holiday season.

Democratic Members of Congress have proposed the extension of all the middle class tax cuts, and the Senate has passed middle class tax cut legislation.  It is now time for the House Republican Leadership to take up this proposal and provide some economic certainty to the American people.”

Congresswoman Johnson Wins Re-election

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has won her bid for an 11th term representing the 30th Congressional District of Texas. Johnson won a landslide victory over her Republican and Libertarian opponents earning 80% of the vote.

In their post election coverage the Huffington Post credited Congresswoman Johnson's long history of achievement for 'the 99%' and for her  legislative actions aimed at reducing the inequality gap.

Congresswoman Johnson Honors Veterans and Fallen Soldiers on Veterans Day

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson honored our veterans and their families on Veteran’s Day.

“Veteran’s Day is a day when Americans come together to recognize and remember the sacrifices of servicemen and women of America’s Armed Forces. The brave efforts of our Armed Forces is the sole foundation of freedom and democracy.

I express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to the brave American men and women in uniform and recognize the families of our fallen. Their dedication to protecting our country’s freedom is truly appreciated and can never be forgotten.

On this day, we remember the contributions of those who have served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere around the world. President Barack Obama ended the war in Iraq responsibly, and brought home our troops that were stationed there. We are working towards the same goal in Afghanistan and plan for our troops to return home in 2014.

Now, more than ever, we must renew our commitment to our veteran’s and ensure they receive the benefits they so rightly deserve when they come home. Our soldiers are in desperate need of employment and medical treatments. In the 30^th Congressional District, over 30,000 veterans reside and it has the 2^ndlargest VA Medical Center in the nation. The national unemployment rate for our post-9/11 veterans is at 9.7 percent. Specifically in the state of Texas, the average unemployment rate for post-9/11 veterans was 13.5 percent in 2011, according to the latest finding by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Congress and President Obama have made great strides in helping our veterans succeed. The new Post 9-11 GI Bill has already helped over 700,000 veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan Wars to afford college.  We have strengthened health care for more than 5 million veterans by providing better access to treatment. The support for military families has fortified buy building more military child care centers and better military housing. While we are on the path to decreasing these unemployment figures, we must continue to push forward to ensure our veterans have the tools they need to successfully enter the workforce.

As we reflect on this Veteran’s Day, I ask that all Americans take a moment and thank our veterans and active duty members for their unwavering service. We appreciate all of their hard work and dedication to keeping our country safe, and we have an obligation to ensure a return to normalcy when they come back from service.”

Congresswoman Johnson Adresses Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson recently visited the Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy where she addressed students on the importance of leadership in all aspects of their lives.

Congresswoman Johnson stressed the need for young men to possess strong leadership qualities in order to become the next exceptional leaders of America. She also highlighted the successes and challenges of her career in public service, followed by a question and answer period with the students.

 

“Our young men are an intricate part of the future direction of this nation. We must continue to encourage them to face challenges with perseverance and determination to help prepare them for the obstacles they will encounter in their futures,” said Congresswoman Johnson.

The young men provided a moving patriotic themed medley, while the jazz ensemble showcased a number of classics before Congresswoman Johnson spoke to the students.

Congresswoman Johnson commended the leadership academy for their dedication and diligence in the development of these young men.