Press Releases
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(Washington, DC)--On October 11, 2012, Congressman Green joined with 25 of his colleagues in support of the NoH8 Campaign’s photo shoot to celebrate National Coming Out Day. National Coming Out Day is observed annually to raise awareness of the LGBT community and their struggle for equality.
(Washington, DC)--Today, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month:
(Washington, DC)--On September 20,2012, the House of Representatives passed as an amendment, Congressman Al Green’s bill, H.R. 6381, the Housing Assistance for Veterans Act of 2012 (HAVEN .Act). The amendment provides 20 million dollars in home modification for low-income, disabled veterans.
“People of the Jewish faith across our nation and worldwide are celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is an occasion for celebration and prayer for the progress achieved, as well as the work ahead. As a country that celebrates diversity, we should express our gratitude for the multitude of positive contributions the Jewish community has made in our lives. We should also take this time to renew our friendship with and affection for the State of Israel, as well as our unwavering support for peace in the Middle East.
(Washington, DC)--Today, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement on the attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya and the turmoil around the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, Egypt:
“Today, on the 11th anniversary of September 11, 2001, our great nation has a chance to reflect on the progress we have made since that fateful day. Our armed forces have diligently fought against violent extremism of all kinds, and we have preserved our liberty and unity, despite the dark, nefarious intentions of extremists. Eleven years later we are not degraded, the fallen are not forgotten, the free are not frightened, and the march of freedom continues around the globe. God bless America.”
(Washington, DC) – On June 29, 2012, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) introduced a resolution, H.CON.RES 130, recognizing the 103rd anniversary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
"Throughout its 103 years of existence, the NAACP’s accomplishments have been numerous, ranging from the fight against segregation to securing voting rights for all Americans,” Congressman Al Green said. “I have witnessed firsthand the integral role the NAACP has played in securing, protecting and enhancing the rights of every single American.”
(Washington, DC)--Today, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling on the Affordable Care Act:
(Washington, DC) – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that the City of Houston will be receiving $15 million under the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery Grant program (TIGER) that will include over 18 miles of hike and bike trails, sidewalk improvements, and on-street bikeways.
Reps. Al Green, Gene Green, and Sheila Jackson Lee were all instrumental in supporting the City of Houston’s application.
(Houston, TX)--This week, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) announced that if the state of Texas tries to restrict or end the right to vote on Sunday during the early voting process, he is prepared to circulate a petition to stop the measure.