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April 10, 2013

The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel held a hearing today on Mental Health Research. Chairman Joe Wilson (SC) made the following opening statement as prepared for delivery: Witness testimony can be found on the Committee Document Repository websiteor the HASC hearing page above. All witness testimony is as prepared for, and embargoed until delivery.

Issues:Our Veterans

April 10, 2013

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement today after President Obama released his FY2014 budget:


April 8, 2013

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement on the passing of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher:


April 8, 2013
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By DEDE BILES
https://www.aikenstandard.com/article/20130408/AIK0101/130409584/1007/AIK0101/ribbon-cutting-held-for-the-veteran-student-success-center-at-usc-aiken

When USC Aiken celebrated the official opening of its Veteran Student Success Center Sunday, it was fitting that the strip of fabric used in the ribbon-cutting ceremony was a patriotic red, white and blue. The facility, located in the school's Gregg-Graniteville Library, is designed to aid men and women who served in the military in making the transition back to civilian life.

Issues:Our VeteransEconomy and Jobs

April 5, 2013
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"Pete the Cat" is a popular series for children, and Aiken Elementary School first graders were happy to hear one book read to them by a special guest on Thursday – U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C.

The congressman read about Pete's adventure in "Rocking in My Red Shoes" by Eric Litwin. According to the website, in the book, Pete learns about the school library, the lunchroom and the playground – playing his guitar throughout the day.

Issues:Education

April 5, 2013

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the US Bureau of Labor Statistics released the latest jobs report for the month of March:

"Once again, with the latest jobs report, the American people see that our economy is not improving the way we were promised. Nearly 12 million Americans are still unemployed, while millions more are underemployed or have given up the search for a job. Washington must change its policies to eliminate the economic uncertainty that is discouraging small businesses from hiring and hindering economic growth.


March 21, 2013

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House passed H. Con. Res. 25, the House Republican Budget.


March 15, 2013

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 803, the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills (SKILLS) Act.


March 8, 2013

Next Monday, Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) will open a new office space in Barnwell which will be visited by staff bimonthly, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 10AM-1PM .

Ribbon Cutting for New Offices in Barnwell County

March 11, 2013

11:00 AM

Barnwell County Courthouse

Room 106

141 Main Street

Barnwell, SC 29812


*Media Availability following ribbon cutting.