Press Releases
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(Houston, TX) — On Monday, May 20, 2024, Congressman Al Green penned a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and U.S.
(Houston, TX) — On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Congressman Al Green penned a letter to President Biden urgently seeking support for storm recovery in Houston and surrounding counties in the state of Texas. The missive highlights the pressing need for federal assistance in several counties whose requests are awaiting approval. It stresses that critical aid is necessary to speed the restoration of services and to commence the rebuilding process.
(Houston, TX) — On Saturday, April 27, 2024, Congressman Al Green announced Julia Xiao as the 2024 Ninth Congressional District Art Competition Winner at a community meeting and reception hosted at Houston Community College’s South Campus. The Congressional Art Competition received 35 submissions from high school students across the Ninth Congressional District, which straddles Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Brazoria County.
(Houston, TX) — On Saturday, April 20, 2024, Congressman Al Green will place the following statement in the record of the Congress of the United States of America.
(Houston, TX) — On Monday, April 15, 2024, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
“The Iranian government’s launching of hundreds of lethal drones and missiles targeting Israel was an egregious overreach that unnecessarily threatens peace in the region as well as the world. This level of aggression cannot be condoned. I condemn this dangerous overreaction and thank President Biden for his continued efforts to de-escalate and achieve peace.”
(Houston, TX) — On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Congressman Al Green hosted a special Certificate of Congressional Recognition ceremony for the courageous leadership team and employees of Kroger. This event occurred at Kroger store #740. Congressman Al Green welcomes the opportunity to salute unsung COVID-19 front-line champions. For information on how to have your front-line champions recognized, call (713) 383-9234 and ask for Rachael Rodriguez or Crystal Webster.
(Houston, TX) — On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, Congressman Al Green and Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia hosted a press conference to discuss the response from United States Postal Service (USPS) officials, addressing their joint letter requesting enhanced community engagement and transparency in USPS operations.
(Washington, D.C.) — On March 12, 2024, Congressman Al Green shared remarks at a press conference led by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and Democratic colleagues to introduce H.Res.1074 – Reaffirming the House of Representatives Support of a Two-State Solution. This resolution would reaffirm the State of Israel's right to exist, recognize Palestinians’ right to sovereignty and self-determination through a Palestinian state, support a two-state solution, and condemn all calls and actions that reject a two-state solution.
(Washington, D.C.) — On March 21, 2024, Congressman Al Green discussed his appeal for justice, mercy, and a Palestinian state on C-SPAN's Washington Journal with host Greta Brawner, following a letter he wrote to President Biden that was published in the Houston Chronicle today. Congressman Green also shared his views on the government funding deadline and U.S. aid to Israel as well as Ukraine. You can access C-SPAN’s online streaming of the news segment by clicking here.
(Washington, D.C.) — On March 21, 2024, Congressman Al Green published a penned letter to President Biden in the Houston Chronicle, appealing for justice and mercy for Palestinians and advocating for a Palestinian state. The letter is accessible for review on page A6 of the Houston Chronicle and for account holders by clicking here.