Press Releases
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) announced his 2016 Legislative Agenda on Monday at across the Second Congressional District, including Columbia, West Columbia, Aiken, North Augusta, Barnwell, Orangeburg, and Lexington. "I look forward to a new legislative year and continuing our progress to promote limited government and expanded freedom for American families," Wilson said.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the House passed a funding bill to keep the government open through the remainder of the fiscal year, which ends on September 30, 2016:
"This funding bill is a tremendous victory for American families. I am grateful that this legislation fights for our conservative principles—lifts the ban on domestic oil export, prevents new funding for Obamacare, upholds pro-life values, and stops the IRS from suppressing the civic participation of 501(c)(4) organizations.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the House passed S. 1177, the Every Student Succeeds Act today.
"I am grateful that the Every Student Succeeds Act stands up for conservative values by reducing the federal role in the K-12 education system and empowers parents to make the best educational choices for their children. This legislation is an important first step to restoring local control of education to those best suited to manage our state's education system—locally elected school boards, teachers, and parents.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after voting to strengthen our screening process for refugees and protect American families:
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) held press conferences today in West Columbia and North Augusta to announce the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Reform Act.
This critical legislation will rectify the bias in the NLRB by adding a sixth member—establishing equal representation for each political party. It will benefit employers and employees and will provide greater stability in the workforce by reining in the activist general counsel and enforcing timely decision-making.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee for Emerging Threats and Capabilities, today released the following statement as America honors its heroes this Veterans Day:
"Today, we gather to honor veterans across the nation for their service to our great country. While we specifically recognize them today, we are grateful for their bravery each and every day," Congressman Wilson said.
Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities Joe Wilson (SC-02) introduced the SPY Car Study Act of 2015 today. The bill directs government partners and private auto manufacturers to conduct a study on security and privacy threats in motor vehicles.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the entire South Carolina Republican delegation supported the election of Congressman Paul Ryan to Speaker of the House:
"I have been grateful to serve with Congressman Paul Ryan, a proven conservative, throughout my time in Congress and can attest to his commitment to conservative values and strength of service to the First District of Wisconsin and every corner of our nation, which he visited while campaigning," Wilson said.
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after voting to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank of the United States:
Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) made the following statement after voting in favor of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015: