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April 25, 2005Wilson Congratulates Parris Island on DOD AwardWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) congratulated Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on winning the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award in the category of Cultural Resource Management. The award ceremony will take place on May 4, 2005, at the Pentagon. "Parris Island is located on land that is rich in history and heritage," said Wilson. "The military and civilian personnel are doing a great job in preserving and protecting the unique environment of the Island.

April 25, 2005Wilson Congratulates Parris Island on DOD AwardWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) congratulated Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on winning the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award in the category of Cultural Resource Management. The award ceremony will take place on May 4, 2005, at the Pentagon. "Parris Island is located on land that is rich in history and heritage," said Wilson. "The military and civilian personnel are doing a great job in preserving and protecting the unique environment of the Island.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement regarding the House Democrats' refusal to allow the House Ethics Committee to fairly investigate the charges against Majority Leader Tom DeLay: "For the past six weeks, Democrats have attacked Majority Leader Tom DeLay's character, leadership and intentions," said Wilson. "Although Democrats continue to smear Congressman Tom DeLay, they forget that they are responsible for preventing the Ethics Committee from investigating the charges directed at Mr. DeLay.

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.