Press Releases
Congressman Johnson welcomes return of 2012 Congressional Arts Competition; Scholarships worth up to $10,000 at stake
I understand your concern about high gas prices. America's dependency on oil makes high gas prices extremely disruptive and costly. This is especially true in the Atlanta area where transit by car is sometimes the only option. I am working to reduce America's dependence on oil through a variety of measures, including providing sustainable transit options.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), co-chair of the House Rare Earth Caucus, made the following statement after President Obama announced the U.S. will join Japan and the European Union in a complaint at the World Trade Organization over Chinese limits on exports of rare earths:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Armed Services Committee (HASC) member Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) today announced his support for “The Due Process and Military Detention Amendments Act of 2012” (summary), which ensures any individual detained on U.S.
Congressman receives Animal Welfare Leadership Award for 2011 legislative work
Johnson: There is no place for a federal judge who uses racist, divisive language
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) today called for Chief U.S. District Judge Richard Cebull to resign.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) issued the following statement after the news of the passing of Rep. Donald Payne (D-NJ).
LITHONIA, GA – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) made the following statement in recognition of Women’s History Month:
“During Women’s History Month, let’s take the time to reflect on our past struggle for equality, take pride in our progress but be mindful of the distance we have yet to travel to fulfill our potential,” said Johnson.
Bo stars in a special video for this year’s White House Easter Egg Roll (watch it HERE)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) announced he is cosponsoring H.R. 4098, the “Shield Our Streets Act,” which would allow local law enforcement agencies to hire new officers, rehire officers who have been laid off due to budget cuts and invest in new public safety equipment.