Environment
Congressman Johnson believes safeguarding the environment is essential to securing a high quality of life for future generations. He acknowledges the urgent need to combat climate change, protect clean water, and curb harmful industrial practices. Hank has consistently earned top marks for his environmental record and cosponsored bills to fund environmental justice, improve infrastructure, and conserve public lands. He remains committed to advancing legislation that protects ecosystems, enhances EPA regulation, and promotes clean energy independence.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04), along with members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), met with President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden at the White House.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- To protect clean water, the EPA is currently considering a rule to restore Clean Water Act protections to thousands of waterways in Georgia and across the country. Rep. Johnson released the following statement in support of the rule:
Congressman positioned to influence regulatory and competition policy, as well as legislation on bankruptcy and commercial law, interstate commerce and taxation. Johnson also lands coveted slot on Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) today issued the following statement following President Obama’s State of the Union address.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) announced today that the first two major votes of the 114th Congress he cast were to protect Americans access to healthcare and safeguard the environment.
Congressman Johnson ranked 18 out of more than 200 Democrats in House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – According to a new study by Vanderbilt University and the University of Virginia (UVA), Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) was ranked as the 18th most effective Democrat in the House during the 112th Congress, and the most effective Democrat from Georgia.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) released the following statement today after the Environmental Protection Agency announced new actions to cut carbon pollution 30 percent by 2030: