Press Releases

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass The Energy Policy Act of 2005. After voting for this legislation, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement: "As gas prices continue to rise, American families and small businesses are feeling the effects of our nation's energy problems," said Wilson. "Without a comprehensive national energy policy, the cost of filling up your car and heating your home will only increase in the coming years.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:"Mr. Speaker, under the leadership of President George W. Bush and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, India and the United States continue to make progress toward strengthening our strategic partnership," said Wilson"Last week, President Bush and Secretary Rice met with the Indian External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:"Mr. Speaker, last week the European Parliament made an historic decision for approval of Bulgaria to join the European Union in 2007. As Co-Chair of the Congressional Bulgaria Caucus, I am pleased to congratulate Ambassador Elena Poptodorova who represents Sofia in Washington so professionally," said Wilson. "Since the negotiations began in 2000, Bulgarians have proven they are eager to serve as active members of the European Union.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) traveled with President Bush to attend a joint session of the South Carolina General Assembly. After the President made remarks about the need to permanently strengthen Social Security, Congressman Wilson made the following statement: "President Bush visited South Carolina to discuss an important issue that affects all generations of South Carolinians," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:"As summer approaches, I am concerned about the effect that rising gas prices are having on family budgets and small businesses. The Lundberg Survey recently reported that gas prices have skyrocketed by 19 cents in the past three weeks because of growing demand, high crude oil prices, and higher refining costs," said Wilson. "Congress can help reduce gas prices by finally implementing a comprehensive national energy policy.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) expressed his support for Majority Leader Tom DeLay: "Under Congressman Tom DeLay's leadership, the House has provided tax relief creating three million jobs, prescription drug coverage for needy citizens, and a strengthened military to protect American families. "Additionally, Majority Leader DeLay and his wife Christine play a valuable role in their community. As foster parents, they have devoted themselves to improving the lives of abused and neglected children, and are now focusing their efforts on creating homes for foster children who need them.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks on the floor of the U.S House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, throughout the second district of South Carolina, people are eager to discuss how to improve our Social Security system," said Wilson. "After conducting over 20 town meetings with constituents of all ages about this issue, I am more convinced than ever of the need to strengthen Social Security.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks from the House floor: "Mr. Speaker, as a thirty year member of Rotary International, I'm proud to recognize the valuable work of new Rotarians in Russia," said Wilson. "Although Rotary in Russia is only eleven years old, the one-hundred year old Rotary organization is already strengthening Russian communities, helping to enrich multi-national relations, and improving economic conditions in Russia.