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January 24, 2020

CLARKSTON, GA — On Thursday, February 20, Congressman Henry "Hank" Johnson (GA-04) will host his Restoration Resources Fair for ex-offenders, previously incarcerated, returning citizens or those caught up in the system.

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January 21, 2020

Rep. Johnson Recognized for Efforts to Defend Democracy

DECATUR, GA – This year marks the 10th anniversary of the devastating Supreme Court ruling in Citizens United v. FEC that put a "for sale" sign our elections, allowing corporate special interests and megadonors to buy more political power and influence in Washington. Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) proudly announced that he aced his anti-corruption exam for his record of fighting to end the dominance of big money in politics, expanding the right to vote, and restoring ethical leadership in Washington.


January 20, 2020

ATLANTA, GA – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) delivered the following remarks at the 52nd annual MLK, Jr. Commemorative Service:

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"To deny a person the right to exercise their political freedom at the polls," said Dr. King, "Is no less a dastardly act as to deny a Christian the right to petition God in prayer."

Standing here with you today in this sacred space, the wisdom of Dr. King's words, ring true.

And they carry special urgency, in this all-important year.


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January 14, 2020

CONYERS — On Sunday, Jan. 12, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) hosted his inaugural Unsung Hero Awards at the Black Box Theatre.

Issues: Education

January 10, 2020

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Rep. Johnson voted to pass H.R. 535, the PFAS Action Act, to protect families from PFAS "forever chemicals" and designate them as hazardous substances, clean up existing contamination and protect public health by providing critical resources for communities.

Issues: Health Care

January 10, 2020

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On Thursday, Rep. Johnson voted in favor of a War Powers Resolution to limit President Trump's military actions regarding Iran. This resolution reiterates that only Congress can declare war and affirms that Congress has not authorized the use of military force against Iran. Hence, it states that if no further Congressional action is taken, the Administration's military hostilities with regard to Iran must end.


December 20, 2019

Members Urge Officials to Resign After Inappropriately Undermining Justice Department


December 20, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C.– This week, Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04) responded to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals' ruling against the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate and asking of the district court, which had previously struck down the entirety of the ACA, to determine next steps. Rep. Johnson highlighted the devastating impact that this ruling could have on more than 460,000 Georgians, especially those with pre-existing conditions. Nationwide, more than 130 million Americans will be be impacted.

Issues: Health Care

December 18, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), a senior member of the House Judiciary Committee, released the following statement on the House floor in favor of passing Articles of Impeachment against President Trump in the full House for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress:

Watch here: https://youtu.be/tIGqFSfEn7c


December 13, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), a senior member of the House Judiciary Committee, voted in favor of Articles of Impeachment against President Donald J. Trump in Judiciary Committee. The Articles, for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, now go to the full House for a vote.