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March 13, 2003
“Mr. Speaker, over 250 national economists have urged Congress to repeal the unjust double taxation on dividend income. This is an excellent opportunity to dramatically boost our economy and create jobs for Americans,” said Rep. Wilson.

March 13, 2003
Today, House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-IL) announced the appointment of Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) to the House Policy Committee. The powerful House Policy Committee is led by Chairman Chris Cox (R-CA) and is considered the Republican Majority’s principal forum for the consideration of forward-looking legislative initiatives.

March 12, 2003
“The actions of Senate Democrats to filibuster President Bush’s nomination of Miguel Estrada are not only appalling, they are subverting the constitution and the will of the American people” said Rep. Wilson.

March 11, 2003
“Bulgaria is truly a remarkable country and deserves this special recognition for saving the lives of thousands of Bulgarian Jews, despite immense Nazi pressure,” said Rep. Wilson.

March 4, 2003
“After lessons learned from September 11th, 2001, Congress voted overwhelmingly last year to arm commercial airline pilots against future acts of terrorism. Yet, due to negotiations in conference, the bill failed to include cargo pilots, creating a huge risk to the security of the American people.”

February 27, 2003
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank my colleagues and the American people for supporting our men and women who have volunteered to stand in harm’s way,” said Rep. Wilson.

February 27, 2003
“Admiral Clark made it very clear that facilities located on shorelines and with ample airspace were crucial to military training and readiness needs,” said Rep. Wilson.

February 27, 2003
“I am very pleased my fellow South Carolina Members have joined me in honoring the late Congressman Floyd Spence,” said Rep. Wilson. “Floyd Spence was much more than my predecessor, he was my dear friend and most trusted mentor.”

February 26, 2003
“This is great news for the Asian Indian community in the United States, as they are among the top groups at risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes,” said Rep. Wilson, Co-Chair of the House India Caucus.

February 26, 2003
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of Miguel Estrada, who was nominated by President Bush to the Circuit Court of Appeals,” said Rep. Wilson