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April 18, 2005
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.
April 17, 2005
Island Packet BY REP. JOE WILSON, Special to The PacketDuring Congress' spring work break, I was pleased to host nearly 20 meetings on strengthening Social Security throughout the Second District.The Residence Hall Association at the University of South Carolina, the Aiken Chamber of Commerce in Wagener, and the Latin American Council on Hilton Head Island are a few of the groups who graciously agreed to sponsor these discussions.
April 13, 2005
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.
April 12, 2005
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.
April 6, 2005
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.
April 5, 2005
U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson addresses students, faculty and staff of Claflin University during its Honors and Awards Convocation Tuesday morning.
March 31, 2005
March 31, 2005Wilson Announces $6.6 Million Contract for FNMI Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC.) announced that the U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $6.6 million contract to FN Manufacturing, Inc. (FNMI), of Columbia, South Carolina. FNMI will use the funding for materials in support of the M16A4 rifle and M4 Carbine."I'm proud to congratulate FNMI on securing another substantial contract from the U.S. Department of Defense," said Wilson.
March 31, 2005
Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) expressed his support for the U.S. Department of Energy's decision to construct a facility at the Savannah River Site (SRS) to manufacture mixed oxide (MOX) fuel for eventual use in commercial nuclear power plants."This decision is a big step in the right direction," said Wilson. "The facility will create new jobs for South Carolinians and will allow SRS to play a key role in the Department of Energy's plans to convert plutonium into MOX fuel. I'd like to congratulate SRS and also express my appreciation to Secretary Bodman for all of his efforts.
March 16, 2005
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.
March 15, 2005
Congressman Joe Wilson made the following statement on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, under the leadership of President George W. Bush, the men and women of our armed forces are winning the War on Terrorism. By dedicating their lives to fighting for the American people and stabilizing emerging democracies, our soldiers are protecting our country and defeating the goals of the terrorists. I am grateful for their service," said Congressman Wilson.