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June 13, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement in response to the attacks in Orlando:

"My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the attack in Orlando and their families. This is another chilling reminder we are in a Global War on Terrorism where this week Islamic terrorists have murdered dozens of innocent civilians from Baghdad, Iraq, to Orlando, Florida."


June 8, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to a joint session of Congress:


June 6, 2016

“The Administration’s decision to finalize the overtime rule is yet another regulatory blow that destroys jobs. This mandate especially hurts students, non-profits, and people starting a new career. This top-down, burdensome regulation will limit job creation, eliminate workplace flexibility, and penalize businesses, hurting hardworking Americans.

“Businesses should be responsible for managing their own employees, not the federal government.”


May 23, 2016

Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02) today announced that he has received the “Hero of Main Street” award from the National Retail Federation for his support of legislation critical to the retail industry. Wilson is part of a bi-partisan group honored for their support of a wide range of issues including international trade, infrastructure investment, tax reform and labor issues.


May 19, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 4909, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2017. This legislation funds our military and vital national security initiatives.


May 11, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) greeted veterans from across South Carolina during their visit to the World War II Memorial in Washington. The veterans’ trip was sponsored by Honor Flight South Carolina, an organization that brings veterans to Washington.

“I am humbled to greet our nation’s veterans during their visit to Washington. Meeting with veterans and hearing their stories always uplifts and inspires me,” Wilson said.

Issues:Our Veterans

May 10, 2016

On Friday, May 6, 2016, Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) announced the winners of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition for South Carolina’s Second Congressional District:

  • First Place: Ms. Mary Aufuldish, Cardinal Newman High School

  • Second Place: Mr. Jake Edenfield, Irmo High School

  • Third Place: Ms. Eva Slagle, Chapin High School

Issues:Education

April 28, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) spoke on the House floor today in favor of H.J. Res 88, a resolution to disapprove of the Department of Labor’s fiduciary rule. Wilson is cosponsor of this legislation.

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April 28, 2016

U.S. Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Joe Barton (R-TX), and Ted Lieu (D-CA) today announced the formation of the bipartisan House Smart Transportation Caucus dedicated to advancing new innovation in connected and autonomous vehicles.


April 28, 2016

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, issued the following statement after the House Armed Services Committee completed the markup of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2017. This legislation would fund our military and vital national security initiatives.