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(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.