Press Releases

Congressman Johnson welcomes return of 2012 Congressional Arts Competition; Scholarships worth up to $10,000 at stake

LITHONIA – Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) looks forward to hosting this year’s 2012 Congressional Arts Competition, an annual event displaying the community’s finest artistic talent.

Eligible high school students throughout the district, which include parts of DeKalb, Gwinnett, and Rockdale counties, are encouraged to apply and display their talent in this year’s contest.

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. The fuel market is extremely volatile and can be affected by a number of factors, including world demand, geopolitical events, weather and speculation.

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:

“It’s important we hold trading partners accountable, particularly when manipulative practices create strategic vulnerabilities for the United States. China’s rare earth monopoly threatens our national security, jobs, and energy independence.”

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. soil under the Authorization of Military Force (AUMF) has access to due process and the federal court system.

Congressman receives Animal Welfare Leadership Award for 2011 legislative work

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) presented Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) with its annual Animal Welfare Leadership Award for his work in 2011.

Rep. Johnson received the Humane Advocate award for earning a perfect score on the 2011 Humane Scorecard.

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.

In a letter to Judge Cebull, Congressman Johnson said: “you flagrantly violated the Judicial Code of Conduct, and I am urging you to resign from your position on the federal District Court for Montana effective immediately."

[To read the letter, click HERE]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA) issued the following statement after the news of the passing of Rep. Donald Payne (D-NJ).

“I am very sad to learn of Congressman Payne’s passing. Donald was an unwavering champion of working people here and around the globe. He spoke for the disenfranchised and the powerless and gave us – especially in the Congressional Black Caucus – mentorship, leadership and direction.

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.

“Women have always been central to my life – my sister, mother, wife and daughter – my colleagues in the county commission and in Congress – who have helped make me a better person and my world a better place.