Congresswoman Johnson Endorsed by J Street

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has received the endorsement of J Street Political Action Committee. J Street measured a candidates leadership and demonstrated record on Middle East Policy including commitment to a two state solution, promotion of participation of women in policy making positions, advancing human security, and a negotiated resolution to the nuclear crisis with Iran .





In their endorsement, J Street recognized Congresswoman Johnson's reputation in Congress as a strong advocate for international human rights and her passionate support of a two state solution.

"I am pleased to have received the endorsement of J Street Pac. Throughout my career I have worked hard  to protect the lives and rights of individuals during war, conflict and its aftermath. I am committed to advancing policies that promote peace and equal rights all over the globe." - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson Endorsed By Ambassador Ron Kirk

"When it comes to taking care of Dallas, Eddie Bernice Johnson has been tremendous." - Ambassador Ron Kirk

Congresswoman Johnson And Pakistani Society Of North Texas Help In Glenn Heights Relief Efforts

Debris removal, a toy/stuffed animal drive and even a community cleanup kept the tornado recovery efforts in Glenn Heights moving forward on Martin Luther King Day.

“Over 100 volunteers helped to support debris removal and to assist with collecting food, toys and household goods,” said City of Glenn Heights Coordinator/Office of Community Engagement Millicent Williams, The City of Glenn Heights hosted the Martin Luther King Day of Service on January 18 focusing on nine projects overall that were relating to post-tornado community recovery. These projects included volunteering in the city, debris removal, community clean-up, a Glenn Heights General Store, Gift Card Distribution and a gift card donation drive, a toy/stuffed animal drive, a non-perishable food drive and a household goods collection drive.

“We were pleased to be supported by the Pakistani Society of North Texas who donated hundreds of blankets, socks and other clothing items,” Williams said. “A donation of $1,500 has been committed to the city and, upon touring the impacted areas, indicated that they will continue to look for ways to assist with the city's recovery.”

Glenn Heights Mayor Leon Tate said “The support of communities from throughout the Metroplex has been tremendous. We are so pleased that so many are investing their efforts into helping the city recover.” 

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson and her staff not only visited the city that day, but also supported each of the active projects over the course of the day as well.

“Community recovery can be very difficult,” Tate concluded. “It is good to know that so many from across the region are willing to help their neighbors in their time of need."

There were over 30 homes that were destroyed in Glenn Heights in the December 26, 2015 tornado, as well as 80 homes severely damaged.

SOURCE: Focus Daily News

Congresswoman Johnson Endorsed By Stonewall Democrats Of Dallas

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has earned the endorsement of Stonewall Democrats of Dallas. Stonewall Democrats considered several issues in the endorsement process including a candidates commitment to LGBT issues, women's reproductive rights, healthcare, housing,  and social safety nets. 


"I am honored to have received the endorsement of Stonewall Democrats of Dallas. I am committed to advancing pro equality policies and legislation important to LGBT Americans. I will continue to stand up for my constituents, fight for our common values, work to strengthen social safety nets and improve the lives of all Americans. " -Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson Has Been Endorsed By Dallas Morning News

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has earned the endorsement of The Dallas Morning News. The Dallas Morning News  considered several issues in the endorsement process including a candidates record, knowledge, and position on national security, foreign relations, refugee crisis, tax reform, income disparity, minimum wage, social security, climate change, gun violence, healthcare, and trade.

In their endorsement, the Dallas Morning News acknowledged Congresswoman Johnson's clout and experience in Washington and her position as Ranking Member of the House Committee On Science, Space, & Technology where she is a leading voice on energy and the environment. The Dallas Morning News went on to recognize Congresswoman Johnson's leadership on issues vital to North Texas including water resources, transportation and infrastructure.

"I am pleased to have received the endorsement of the Dallas Morning News. I am proud of what I have been able to accomplish in Congress on behalf of the people of the 30th Congressional District and all of North Texas. I hope to continue to work for a better Dallas in the years to come." - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson Receives 100% Score From AFGE

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has received a 100% score from the American Federation of Government Employees (AFLCIO)  in the first session of the 114th Congress for her leadership and key support of issues that protect the rights of the working and middle class Americans who make up the federal and D.C. workforce. AFGE, is the nation's largest federal employee union, representing more than 650,000 federal and D.C. government employees.

"As a dues paying union member, I am proud to have once again received a 100% Score from the American Federation of Government Employees. Before being elected to Congress in 1992, I formed a union to represent employees at the Dallas Veterans Hospital and I have always considered myself a part of the labor movement that stands up for working class Americans and fights for protections like a safer workplace, unemployment insurance, child labor laws, and workers compensation." - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson's Statement on Announcement that 2015 was the Warmest Year on Record

Today, NASA and NOAA announced that, “The globally averaged temperature, over land and ocean surfaces for 2015, was the highest since record keeping began in 1880.”

Ranking Member Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) said the following.

“Today’s announcements by NOAA and NASA that 2015 was the warmest year on record and that 16 of the hottest years have occurred over the past two decades should come as no surprise to anyone, but they should be a wake-up call that we need to take action. Unfortunately, despite some positive steps, such as the recent Paris Climate Accord, we too often have just hit the ‘snooze button’ instead of undertaking sensible and proactive policy initiatives to address climate change. As the sample of quotes that follow illustrate, we can’t say we haven’t been warned. We owe it to our children and grandchildren to get moving.”

1988 - ''Global warming has reached a level such that we can ascribe with a high degree of confidence a cause and effect relationship between the greenhouse effect and observed warming. It is already happening now.'' – Dr. James Hansen, retired NASA climate scientist and climate change activist

1990 – “Because climate change would affect, either directly or indirectly, almost every sector of society, broad global understanding of the issue will facilitate the adoption and the implementation of such response as deemed necessary and appropriate. Further efforts to achieve such global understanding are urgently needed.” – Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

1990 – “We all know that human activities are changing the atmosphere in unexpected and in unprecedented ways." – President George H.W. Bush

2005 – “Two thousand scientists, in a hundred countries, engaged in the most elaborate, well organized scientific collaboration in the history of humankind, have produced long-since a consensus that we will face a string of terrible catastrophes unless we act to prepare ourselves and deal with the underlying causes of global warming.” – former Vice President Al Gore

2009 – “The scientific community is pretty well in agreement that the amount of greenhouses gases are changing things ... that it is, in fact, dangerous.” –Vern Ehlers (R-MI), retired Congressman and former Member of the House Science Committee

2010 – “I call on my fellow Republicans to open their minds to rethinking what has largely become our party's line: denying that climate change and global warming are occurring and that they are largely due to human activities.” – Sherwood Boehlert (R-NY), retired Congressman and former Chair of the Science Committee

2011 - “Congress should acknowledge that we are not the experts, and that allowing partisan politics to dictate the scientific understanding of climate change is cynical, short-sighted, and, by definition, ignorant.” – Ranking Member Eddie Bernice Johnson

2012 – “I am a firm believer that climate change is real, that it is impacted by human behavior and carbon emissions. And as a consequence, I think we've got an obligation to future generations to do something about it.” – President Barack Obama

2014 – “Carbon dioxide (CO2) has risen to levels not seen for at least 800,000 years, and observational records dating back to the mid-19th century show a clear, long-term warming trend… Even if greenhouse gas emissions were to suddenly stop, it would take thousands of years for atmospheric CO2 to return to its levels before the industrial era. If emissions continue unabated, future climate changes will substantially exceed those that have occurred so far.” - U.S. National Academy of Sciences, U.K. Royal Society

2015 – “Climate change is a problem which can no longer be left to our future generation.” – Pope Francis

2016 – “Climate change is the challenge of our generation, and NASA’s vital work on this important issue affects every person on Earth. Today’s announcement not only underscores how critical NASA’s Earth observation program is, it is a key data point that should make policy makers stand up and take notice - now is the time to act on climate.” - NASA Administrator Charles Bolden

Congresswoman Johnson Recognizes The Life And Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Few Americans have left the lasting impact on our country like the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King.  He spearheaded a movement that changed the course of not only this Nation but the world.  From leading sit-ins and marches in the South, to being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, Dr. King’s life and lessons have been a source of inspiration for generations of Americans.

Dr. King gave his life to end the injustices of segregation and Jim Crow laws. His life and leadership helped move America to fulfill the promise that all men were truly created equal under the law, regardless of their race, religion, or income. 

On Monday, people across the country will honor Dr. King’s legacy by doing service projects in their local communities. This day of service furthers the legacy of peace, service, and inclusion that Dr. King left us with. I have been taking part in Martin Luther King activities, service projects, and celebrations all weekend.  I was honored to serve as the Grand Marshal for the City of Lancaster’s Martin Luther King Day parade.  My district staff will also be participating in a day of service by helping on the ground in Glen Heights in the wake of the recent tornadoes.    

More than fifty years after Dr. King helped bring about the Voting Rights Act, it is still as important today to fight for these same values.  We must continue vigorously protect all Americans right to vote and prevent laws from limiting access to the ballot box. On this Martin Luther King Day, it is up to each of us to continue to stamp our racial injustice wherever it occurs and advocate for equality of opportunity and justice for all.” - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson Receives 100% Score From The Leadership Conference On Civil And Human Rights

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has received a 100% score from The Leadership Conference On Civil & Human Rights, the nation's premier civil and human rights coalition, in first session of the 114th Congress. 

Congresswoman Johnson earned a 100% score from The Leadership Conference On Civil & Human Rights based on her leadership and active support of key legislation on issues including Budget & Appropriations, Civil Procedures, Education, Employment,  Fair Housing, Financial Reform, Health Care, and Immigration.

"I am proud to have received a 100% Score from The Leadership Conference On Civil & Human Rights. Throughout my career in public service I have fought for equal opportunity and social justice for all Americans. I will continue to work to promote civil and human rights and to push for progressive change in the United States." - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Congresswoman Johnson Reacts To State Of The Union Speech On CSpan

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Congresswoman Johnson Praises President Obama's State Of The Union Speech

“Tonight President Barack Obama laid out a vision for the future of our nation during his final state of the union address. I applaud the spirit of inclusion and hope that the President shared tonight. He knows the resilience and determination of the American people. He also touched on four big questions our country faces as we seek to elect a new president.

One of the biggest questions he asked was: how do we reignite that spirit of innovation? I applaud the President for keeping science, technology, and innovation at the forefront of his discussion. The President highlighted some of the great accomplishments this country has made in space exploration, scientific innovation, and medical research. As the ranking member of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, I have always been a strong supporter and champion for innovation. I feel that it is one of the keys to America’s greatness and the President echoed that sentiment tonight during his speech.

Coming from the state of the Texas, where we are leaders in energy, including renewable energy technology, I applaud this President and his administration’s commitment to pushing climate change to the front of international dialogue. He sees this as an opportunity to push for new technology, more renewable clean energy sources, and ultimately more jobs for Americans in this sector. He called for us to accelerate the transition from traditional fossil fuels to clean energy that will not only satisfy our growing energy needs, but also fight man-made climate change in the process.

The President made a resounding call for our system to fix its politics and look to the future, in order to make sure representatives are truly in office for the people they serve. This requires moving money out of politics, and importantly, eliminating gerrymandering from our system. The President wisely said, "We have to end the practice of drawing our congressional districts so that politicians can pick their voters, and not the other way around.” As a Congresswoman who has been in office and seen the State of the Union speeches of three presidents, I can say this is the strongest and truest proposal to amend one of the uglier parts of our political process.

Barack Obama’s presidency has represented the fulfillment of America’s promise that all people are truly created equal. I have been fortunate to serve by the side of this historic president to help him achieve some very lift goals in the seven years since his election. From the passing of universal healthcare, to closure of the Iraq war, to recovering from the worst economic recession since the great depression, President Obama has been a transformative figure. His leadership and grace have not only inspired millions of citizens in this country to strive for more, but it has also set an international example for the citizens of the world.
Much like when the President came to office, he delivered his final State of the Union looking towards the future. His speech was not a laundry list of accomplishments, or political spin on partisan battles. It was a thoughtful and honest look at our great country, its successes, but most importantly, America’s future.”

Congresswoman Johnson Statement On Historic Paris Climate Accord

"I am excited to hear the news coming out of Paris that an agreement has been reached by nearly 200 countries on a climate accord. Despite some disagreement over whether the accord does too much or not enough, the importance of this step cannot be underestimated. Today, the world came together and said that we have to work together to fight climate change. The science surrounding this issue reached a consensus a long time ago, and the consensus is that the world is warming and most of that warming is being caused by humans. I look forward to learning more of the details of the accord in the coming days and I am hopeful that this means we will start to mitigate the harmful results of climate change such as more severe droughts, rising sea-levels, and more frequent wildfires. This is truly a historic day." - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson