The Public Record
Andre Carson is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Indiana's 7th congressional district since March 13, 2008. He is the second African American to serve in Congress from Indiana and has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development. Carson has been an advocate for collaboration and compassionate dialogue in political discourse, often emphasizing the importance of partnerships in driving change within his community. He has also been vocal about condemning violence and promoting unity among constituents.
I also support H.R. 3786, which directs the General Services Administration, the GSA, on behalf of the Archivist of the United States, to convey 9 acres of property in Anchorage, Alaska, to the local municipality in exchange for its fair…
On May 9, 2014, I missed rollcall vote 210. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the passage of the bill. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that the ayes…
On April 10, 2014, I missed rollcall vote 177. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no.'' personal explanation
I would like to commend my very close and dear friend, Congressman Hoyer, for his dedication to the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby and for introducing this resolution on behalf of the Washington regional delegation. I support today's…
May I ask my colleague, the honorable chairman, Mr. Barletta, if he has any other speakers.
As a former law enforcement officer from the great State of Indiana, I am a very proud supporter of this resolution to honor law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in 2013. The 111 officers who will be honored in May have made…
On January 16, 2014, I missed rollcall votes 22 and 23 because of district business. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes'' on rollcall 22 and ``no'' on rollcall 23. ____________________
I would like to thank Chairman Barletta for his leadership in calling today's hearing on Federal Triangle South.
Thank you to my dear colleague from Nevada, Congressman Horsford, also to my colleague from Brooklyn, Representative Jeffries, and also Chairwoman Marcia Fudge of the CBC. Mr. Speaker, a special ed teacher contacted my office last month…
Unfortunately, because of Congress' repeated cuts in GSA's construction and renovation budget, and because of arcane budget scoring rules, GSA has not been able to fund projects that maintain the aging inventory of buildings.
In an ideal world, Congress would vote for a robust annual appropriation for GSA's revolving fund to support a proper investment in the existing portfolio.
On rollcall No. 478, I was detained with constituents. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' against funding the Affordable Care Act. ____________________
I look forward to working with you as we advance issues of importance to the subcommittee.
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court made a decision that threatens the right to vote for millions of Americans. With this misguided decision, leaders in States with a history of discrimination can proceed unimpeded with plans to obstruct…
This week the House is voting to repeal the Affordable Care Act for the 37th time. In every congressional district, there are seniors, new mothers, young children, low-income families, and young adults just starting out on their own. Do my…
We do have the capacity to use funding to help the government move back toward democracy.
We believe that an international contact group of Friends of Mali... helps to bring together key stakeholders.
These four countries that we visited have enormous hydropower, enormous gas, and enormous petroleum resources.
We have tried at the Department of State to respond to it, to do on this side to educate, to inform, and encourage American energy companies to go out to Africa.
It is no secret to anyone in this Chamber that the American people are unhappy with Congress. In fact, our approval ratings could only be described as terrible. As much as television personalities might like to analyze why, I don't think…
This speaks to the need for electricity, reliable electricity in Africa's largest, most populous country.
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Indiana will be postponed. The Acting CHAIR. The Chair understands that amendment No. 22…
My amendment, which CBO has determined will have no impact on direct spending or appropriations, seeks to address an issue that I believe is preventing many of today's servicemembers from pursuing the mental health and addiction treatment…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of subtitle C of title V, add the following new section: SEC. 5__. PROHIBITION ON USE OF MENTAL…
This en bloc amendment includes two of my amendments. The first seeks to address what many consider to be a serious mistake made by our military and this Congress over the last decade of war, that is, allowing some of our troops, including…
Politicians like Andre Carson
