{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"IN\" and year = 2014 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-his-attendance-at-the-icna-chicago-convention", "Carson Statement on Attending the ICNA Chicago Convention", "2014-12-31", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement in response to his attendance at the ICNA (Islamic Circle of North America) Chicago convention last weekend.\nOn Saturday, December 27, I attended the ICNA Chicago convention to deliver a speech on the importance of civil engagement and developing leaders in the community. \u00a0\u00a0\nOn Sunday, December 28, I learned that ICNA had also scheduled me to sit on a Ferguson panel Saturday night \u2013 which I had not planned on participating in.\u00a0 At no point had I ever confirmed to attend any other events other than the dinner.\u00a0 Any reference to my participation or appearance on the Ferguson panel during the ICNA conference is not factual.\nAs a former law enforcement officer with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security in the anti-terrorism unit, it is critical that Americans know that I would never associate with any individual or organization trying to harm the United States of America or its citizens.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-attending-icna-chicago-convention", "Carson Statement on Attending the ICNA Chicago Convention", "2014-12-31", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement in response to his attendance at the ICNA (Islamic Circle of North America) Chicago convention last weekend.\n\nOn Saturday, December 27, I attended the ICNA Chicago convention to deliver a speech on the importance of civil engagement and developing leaders in the community.\n\nOn Sunday, December 28, I learned that ICNA had also scheduled me to sit on a Ferguson panel Saturday night \u2013 which I had not planned on participating in. At no point had I ever confirmed to attend any other events other than the dinner. Any reference to my participation or appearance on the Ferguson panel during the ICNA conference is not factual.\n\nAs a former law enforcement officer with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security in the anti-terrorism unit, it is critical that Americans know that I would never associate with any individual or organization trying to harm the United States of America or its citizens.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:44:12Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/visclosky-announces-2015-town-forums", "Visclosky Announces 2015 Town Forums", "2014-12-29", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Visclosky Announces 2015 Town Forums\nLocal students to lead the Pledge of Allegiance\nMerrillville, IN- Congressman Visclosky announced today that he will hold 12 Town Forums throughout Indiana\u2019s First Congressional District during the month of January.\u00a0\nVisclosky hosts the Town Forums each year as an avenue to hear directly from constituents and to provide an update on issues facing the region and the country.\n\u201cI host these annual Town Forums so that I may share updates on the previous and forthcoming legislative sessions and, moreover, to hear from the public on the important issues of today,\u201d said Congressman Pete Visclosky.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\nAs in previous years, local students will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and introduce Visclosky to their communities.\u00a0 Each student will give a brief introduction speech that will include information on the history and economy of the First Congressional District.\n\u201cSome of Northwest Indiana\u2019s best and brightest will join us during the 2015 Town Forums.\u00a0 I am excited to have their participation throughout the week, and I appreciate their willingness to take an active role in our democratic process.\u201d\nCongressman Visclosky\u2019s 2015 Town Forum Schedule:\nThursday January 15, 2015: \n10:00 a.m. CST-Michigan City: Michigan City-City Hall, 100 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City, Indiana 46360\n12:00 p.m. CST-Chesterton: Westchester Public Library, Library Service Center, 100 West Indiana Avenue, Chesterton, Indiana 46304\n2:00 p.m. CST-Valparaiso: Porter County Government Center, County Commissioners\u2019 Chambers, 155 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383\n4:00 p.m. CST-Portage: Portage City Hall, 6070 Central Avenue, Portage, Indiana 46368\n6:00 p.m. CST-Hobart: Hobart Community Center, 111 East Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342\nFriday January 16, 2015:\n10:00 a.m. CST-Crown Point: Crown Point Library, 122 North Main Street, Crown Point, Indiana 46307\n12:00 p.m. CST-Highland: Wicker Park Social Center, 2215 Ridge Road, Highland, Indiana 46322\n2:00 p.m. CST-Hammond: Purdue University Calumet, Student Union Library Building, Room With a View, 2200 169th Street, Hammond, Indiana 46323\n4:00 p.m. CST-East Chicago: East Chicago City Hall, Council Chambers, 4525 Indianapolis Boulevard, East Chicago, Indiana 46312\n6:00 p.m. CST-Gary: Gary YWCA, 150 West 15th Avenue, Gary, Indiana 46407\nSaturday January 17, 2015:\n12:00 p.m. CST-St. John: St. John Town Hall, 10955 West 93rd Avenue, St. John, Indiana 46373\n2:00 p.m. CST-Merrillville: Merrillville Town Hall, 7820 Broadway, Merrillville, Indiana 46410", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/save/https:/visclosky.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/purdue-university-calumet-2014-year-in-review", "Purdue University Calumet 2014 Year in Review", "2014-12-24", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "Saving page now...\nhttps://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/purdue-university-calumet-2014-year-in-review\nAs it appears live December 6, 2017 3:44:46 PM UTC\n  \n  \n    \n          \n      \n    \n      \n          \n        \n    \n  \n    \n                Purdue University Calumet 2014 Year in Review", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/bill-that-supports-troops-is-now-the-law", "Bill that Supports Troops is Now the Law", "2014-12-24", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Bill that Supports Troops is Now the Law\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Wednesday, December 24, 2014\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            It\u2019s popular for members of Congress to say that they \u201csupport the troops,\u201d but backing those words with thoughtful, meaningful action is what really matters.\r\nThe passage of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Act of 2014 promises real assistance to members of the military, putting the focus on helping them get mental health support and reducing military suicides. On Friday, President Obama signed the bill, which is part of the National Defense Authorization Act.\r\nThe bill is the second version of a measure introduced last year by Indiana Sen. Joe Donnelly. Donnelly\u2019s commitment to preventing suicide among military members \u2014 and his hard work in support of those who serve in general \u2014 has been unwavering.\r\nNamed for a National Guardsman from Farmland, Ind., who shot himself to death while on leave in 2009, the bill requires annual, face-to-face mental health assessments for all active duty, reserve and National Guard service members. Currently, the military focuses mental health services on deploying and returning troops, even though research indicates that suicide is more common among soldiers who never deploy.\r\nThe need for such support is reflected in these sobering figures: Last year saw the combat deaths of 132 service members, while 475 members took their own lives.\r\nIn introducing the measure, Donnelly noted that \u201cthere is not one solution, no cure-all to prevent military suicide. But this problem is not too big to solve.\u201d\r\nAnd the passage of the Jacob Sexton Act Military Act of 2014 is a significant step in preventing such tragic losses. In a statement, Donnelly calls the legislation he fought for \u201ccommon sense change (that) will ensure we are focusing not only on our Armed Forces\u2019 physical readiness but also mental readiness.\u201d\r\nIt\u2019s no less than the men and women who protect this country deserve.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/life-after-war", "Life After War", "2014-12-22", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Life After War\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Monday, December 22, 2014\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            Mika Brzezinski talks to a military panel about the difficulties veterans face transitioning back to civilian life. The panel talks about PTSD and VA policies.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/tully-sen-joe-donnelly_indianas-man-in-the-middle", "Tully: Sen. Joe Donnelly — Indiana’s Man in the Middle", "2014-12-22", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Tully: Sen. Joe Donnelly \u2014 Indiana\u2019s Man in the Middle\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Matthew Tully\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Monday, December 22, 2014\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            His party is about to be tossed from power in the U.S. Senate, the result of a brutal election year for Democrats, but Sen. Joe Donnelly of Indiana smiled over a plate of eggs Friday morning and said that, for him, life in the minority offers quite an opportunity.\r\nWhy? Because the rules in the glacially paced Senate often require not a majority of votes, but 60 votes, for anything to move. So while Republican\u2019s 54-seat majority might have the Fox News crowd all giddy, it won\u2019t mean a lot without crossover votes from moderates like Donnelly.\r\n\u201cThey are going to have to have at least six Democrats on everything,\u201d Donnelly said as we talked at the City Cafe Downtown. \u201cSo I think I\u2019m in a great position \u2014 in the middle.\u201d\r\nShortly after the November elections, Donnelly said he approached Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the incoming majority leader, and told him that, \u201cI am here to help you get things done.\u201d\r\nTo be more specific, the lawmaker from Northern Indiana told me that this is what that means: \u201cOn the crazy stuff here or there, on either side, I\u2019ll pass. But on the jobs stuff, on the common sense stuff, on the stuff we should all be able to agree is good for the country, I\u2019ll be there. I just want to get things done.\u201d\r\nNow before my conservative friends fill my inbox with outrage at calling anyone to the left of Ted Cruz a moderate, let me be clear: Like other moderates, Donnelly votes most often with his own party. That\u2019s not a sin (though some will disagree), and it doesn\u2019t disqualify him from moderate status. Just as it didn\u2019t disqualify his Republican predecessor, Richard Lugar.\r\nDonnelly is a gun rights supporter, and he votes more like a conservative Republican on abortion issues. He\u2019s a fiscal conservative in many ways, and he\u2019s certainly no great environmentalist. But beyond the wedge issues, the true spirit of a moderate is about something deeper. It\u2019s about a willingness to work with the other side to get things done and to accept the reality that compromise is usually the answer.\r\nLugar believed that and Donnelly, elected in 2012, believes that. And it would be nice if more lawmakers in Washington believed that; if they did, perhaps Congress\u2019 approval ratings wouldn\u2019t be as paltry as its list of recent accomplishments.\r\nOf course, it\u2019s easier to be a moderate when the politics of your state demand it. Politicians such as Evan Bayh and Joe Donnelly can win statewide; Elizabeth Warren could not. So Donnelly\u2019s stance is both appreciated and a requirement of the job.\r\n\u201cFor me, it\u2019s about being in the position Hoosiers elected me to be in,\u201d he said. \u201cIt\u2019s about being in the middle and going (to Washington) and trying to support common sense, and not to worry about the parties.\u201d\r\nAnd, so, in what many have labeled one of the least productive congressional sessions in history, Donnelly ended the 2014 session with a significant first-term legislative victory. It\u2019s significant because it could help a lot of people and because of what it symbolizes.\r\nThe legislation is named after an Indiana National Guard member named Jacob Sexton, a 21-year-old who committed suicide in Muncie in 2009. It seeks to give soldiers and veterans more support and encouragement in their darkest days and to proactively identify looming crises. It comes amid a flurry of reports detailing a disturbing and heartbreaking increase in suicides among service members current and former.\r\nThe bill will require mental health assessments each year for those in the service, and it calls for a federal report that will examine existing programs to see if they are working and, likely, to suggest new ones. It seeks to erase the unfair stigma that so often is tied to the decision to seek counseling.\r\n\u201cWhat has to happen,\u201d Donnelly said, \u201cis we have to show (service members and veterans) that this is not a sign of weakness. Part of the focus here is to make them know that there is nothing wrong with talking to someone.\u201d\r\nNot to get carried away, but the legislation\u2019s success is a sign that, even in Washington and even in this toxic political era, things can get done. To get this done, Donnelly teamed up with a Republican, Roger Wicker of Mississippi. And he worked methodically to build support from a vast array of sources: military and health organizations, Democrats and Republicans, and veterans and family members of those serving.\r\n\u201cIt was done the classic way things should be done out there,\u201d Donnelly said. \u201cWith my Republican friend and I sitting down saying, \u2018let\u2019s get this done.\u2019\u201d\r\nWhen portions of the original bill were spiked by more senior senators, Donnelly said he had a choice to make: He could either compromise and get most of what he wanted or let his legislation die out of political stubbornness, as many other bills have.\r\nHe chose compromise. It was a wise choice.\r\n\u201cThat culture has been gone for a long time,\u201d he said. \u201cWe\u2019ve been in this period where people in Washington say they have to get everything they want or they are going to hold a press conference and stomp their feet up and down.\u201d\r\nThat\u2019s indeed been the way of Washington of late, but it\u2019s gotten the country nowhere. And it\u2019s a reminder of why Indiana was smart two years ago to send Joe Donnelly to the Senate.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/icymi-donnelly-discusses-sexton-act-on-morning-joe", "ICYMI: Donnelly Discusses Sexton Act on Morning Joe", "2014-12-22", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "ICYMI: Donnelly Discusses Sexton Act on Morning Joe\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tMonday, December 22, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly discussed his military suicide prevention legislation, the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act \u2013 now law \u2013 on MSNBC\u2019s Morning Joe. The Sexton Act, introduced by Donnelly, was signed into law on Friday as part of the national defense bill. \u00a0\r\nThe Sexton Act will require annual mental health assessments for all servicemembers\u2014Active, Reserve, and Guard; maintain strong privacy protections for servicemembers; and require a Pentagon report to evaluate existing military mental health practices and provide recommendations for improvement.\u00a0\r\n\r\nWatch the full interview here.\r\nFor more information on the Sexton Act, visit: www.donnelly.senate.gov/Jacob-Sexton-Act.\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-sexton-act-is-law", "Donnelly: ‘Sexton Act is Law’", "2014-12-19", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: \u2018Sexton Act is Law\u2019\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tPresident Obama signs Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act into law as part of annual national defense bill\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, December 19, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tIndianapolis, Ind. \u2014U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly welcomed his signature legislation, the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act of 2014, being signed into law today by President Obama as part of the national defense bill.\u00a0 The Sexton Act requires an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers. \u00a0\r\n\r\nDonnelly and the Sextons in Indianapolis today\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cToday, we honor the memory of a young man who was taken from us too soon.\u00a0 In remembering Jacob, we seek to prevent another servicemember\u2019s family from experiencing the tragedy of suicide.\u00a0 I have worked alongside Jacob\u2019s parents, Jeff and Barb, for two years now, and their strength continues to inspire my work.\u00a0 Starting next year, every servicemember\u2014Active Duty, Guard, or Reserve\u2014will receive an annual mental health assessment.\u00a0 Also, we will evaluate which prevention or intervention programs are working in hopes of future expansion.\u00a0 I am grateful for the support of many individuals who and organizations that stood with me throughout this effort, but most of all for Jeff and Barb, who continue to share their story to help prevent future tragedies.\u201d\r\nJeff Sexton said, \"The day they passed the bill would have been Jacob\u2019s 27th birthday. And I can\u2019t think of a better birthday present for him or a better Christmas present for all the men and women and their families in the military that suffer every day from PTSD, head injuries, any kind of mental illness. And hopefully this may change the stigma and bring out the help that our men and women need.\u201d\u00a0\r\nThe Sexton Act will:\r\n \r\nRequire annual mental health assessments for all servicemembers\u2014Active, Reserve, and Guard.\u00a0 Right now, the best and most consistent screening is happening only for those within the deployment cycle which can leave non-deployed members of the Active, Reserve, and Guard components underserved.\r\nMaintain strong privacy protections for servicemembers. \u00a0We must ensure that seeking help remains a sign of strength by protecting the privacy of the servicemember coming forward.\u00a0 The privacy of servicemembers would be ensured by guaranteeing medical privacy protections for these mental health assessments.\r\nRequire a Pentagon report to evaluate existing military mental health practices and provide recommendations for improvement. This report, which is due to Congress within a year of enactment of the bill, would help identify which programs are working and which need to be fixed. A specific focus of the report will be identifying successful peer-to-peer programs that address the need for a more bottom-up approach to identifying warning signs and combatting stigma in each of the Services, with the intention of future expansion.\r\n \r\nSpecialist Jacob Sexton was a member of the Indiana Nation Guard from Farmland, Indiana. Jacob took his own life at the age of 21 in a Muncie movie theater while home on a 15-day leave from Afghanistan.\u00a0 In early 2013, Jeff Sexton heard Senator Donnelly talk about the need to improve efforts to prevent military suicide during a Senate Armed Services hearing.\u00a0 Jeff emailed the senator\u2019s office about his and his wife Barb\u2019s personal experience with military suicide, losing their son Jacob. Jeff wrote in his email, \u201cI\u2019m willing to help any way I can.\u201d\u00a0 Senator Donnelly called Jeff, and with his and Barb\u2019s blessing, they worked together on legislation named after Jacob that aims to help end the scourge of military suicide.\r\nFor more information on the Sexton Act, visit: https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/Jacob-Sexton-Act\u00a0\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-and-heitkamp-urge-congressional-leaders-to-work-together-pass-meaningful-immigration-reform", "Donnelly and Heitkamp Urge Congressional Leaders to Work Together, Pass Meaningful Immigration Reform", "2014-12-18", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly and Heitkamp Urge Congressional Leaders to Work Together, Pass Meaningful Immigration Reform\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 18, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C.\u2014U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) sent a letter to House and Senate leadership urging them to work together to pass meaningful immigration reform.\r\nThe senators wrote, \u201c\u2026we disagree with the President\u2019s decision to act unilaterally to make such significant policy changes in this area and have expressed concern about the impact this action may have on the potential for comprehensive immigration reform.\u201d\u00a0\r\nThey went on to say, \u201cThe way to fix our immigration system is for Congress to pass bipartisan, common sense legislation. We encourage you to reconsider the Senate-passed comprehensive immigration reform bill in the next Congress or use it as a starting point for a future compromise.\u201d\r\nFull text of the letter follows.\u00a0 To see the signed letter, click here.\u00a0\u00a0\r\nDecember 17, 2014\r\nDear Leader Reid, Leader McConnell, Speaker Boehner, and Minority Leader Pelosi,\r\nLast month, President Obama announced several executive actions intended to address a number of important issues with our nation\u2019s current immigration system. We agree that our immigration system is broken and in need of reform. As members of the United States Senate, however, we disagree with the President\u2019s decision to act unilaterally to make such significant policy changes in this area and have expressed concern about the impact this action may have on the potential for comprehensive immigration reform.\r\nThe way to fix our immigration system is for Congress to pass bipartisan, common sense legislation. By enacting legislation we can change the law to adequately secure our borders, modernize our visa system, and permanently address the millions of undocumented immigrants who are currently living in our country. To date, Congress has failed to do its job. Despite bipartisan support for action in both chambers and the passage of bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform in the Senate, the House failed to address this issue. We encourage you to reconsider the Senate-passed comprehensive immigration reform bill in the next Congress or use it as a starting point for a future compromise.\r\nAs we prepare for the 114th Congress, we are committed to working in a constructive, bipartisan manner to enact long-term solutions to the challenges facing our country. We need a practical plan that strengthens our borders, addresses the systemic problems with our legal immigration policies, and provides a tough, fair process for those who want to earn the opportunity for citizenship. These are issues that deserve the utmost attention in the new Congress. In that spirit, we strongly urge you to work together to pass meaningful immigration reform.\r\nSincerely,\r\nJoe Donnelly \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Heidi Heitkamp  United States Senator \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0United States Senator\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tdonnelly_press@donnelly.senate.gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-announces-committee-assignments-for-114th-congress", "Donnelly Announces Committee Assignments for 114th Congress", "2014-12-18", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Announces Committee Assignments for 114th Congress\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tWill serve on Armed Services, Agriculture, Aging and Banking Committees\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 18, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tGranger, Ind. \u2014Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced his committee assignments for the 114th Congress.\u00a0 He will continue to serve on the Senate Armed Services Committee, Agriculture Committee, and Special Committee on Aging.\u00a0 Starting next year, he will also serve on the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee.\r\n\u201cI look forward to continuing my work on behalf of servicemembers on the Armed Services Committee, especially in the area of mental health,\u201d said Donnelly.\u00a0 \u201cFurther, there is ongoing work in the Agriculture Committee to properly implement the five-year Farm Bill and meet the needs of our ag sector.\u00a0 We have more to do in the Aging Committee, also, in the area of the protecting seniors from scams and fraud.\r\n\u201cFinally, I look forward to the new opportunity to represent Hoosiers on the Banking Committee.\u00a0 From this new committee, I will be able to address issues affecting Indiana financial institutions and their customers, economic development, housing, and export financing.\u201d\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/wrapping-up-2014", "Wrapping up 2014", "2014-12-16", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend, As your representative in Congress, I take a great deal of pride in knowing that you have chosen me as your voice on matters of importance to you.\u00a0 Throughout the year, your thoughts and concerns have been invaluable and I have made a point of sharing them with my colleagues as we work to move our country forward.\u00a0 It has been an incredible honor to work hard every day on behalf of you, your family, and our community. Here are a few highlights of what we accomplished together in 2014: Military and Veterans: \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Introduced and passed the Military Suicide Reduction Act, H.R. 1463, legislation that helps protect the mental health of deployed service members.\u00a0 This bill is expected to be signed into law by President Obama within the next couple of weeks. \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Sent a letter to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki in May asking for a review of VA facilities in Indiana in light of problems discovered at facilities nationwide.  \n\tRead a copy of the letter here: https://carson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/icymi-andr-carson-ensuring-top-notch-care-at-va-must-be-priority \u2022\u00a0 As a Member of the House Armed Services Committee, co-authored the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which trains and equips our troops, strengthens housing and health care resources, provides a pay raise, and otherwise supports service members and their families. Jobs and the Economy: \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Helped to connect unemployed Hoosiers with hiring businesses through my fifth annual job fair.\u00a0 This year we hosted over 1280 job seekers and 78 employers. \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Hosted a Youth Opportunity Fair to connect Marion County youth with summer programs, internships, volunteer opportunities and jobs. \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Introduced H.R. 4876, the Emerging Business Encouragement Act of 2014, in the U.S. House of Representatives.\u00a0 This bill would help emerging businesses compete for federal contracts and obtain access to federally backed loans as they get off the ground. Hoosier Priorities: \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Helped secure over $12 million dollars in grants for local non-profits throughout Indiana\u2019s 7th Congressional District. \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Held more than 800 legislative and constituent meetings in my Washington D.C. and Indianapolis offices. \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Reserved tours for over 1,750 constituents to Washington D.C. landmarks. As we close out this year, I want to thank you again for trusting me to represent you in Washington.\u00a0 I look forward to continuing our fight for a stronger community, city, and country in 2015. Finally, as this is the last Carson Courier for 2014, I want to wish you a safe and happy holiday season and Happy New Year! Regards, Andr\u00e9", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/winning-the-peace", "Winning the Peace", "2014-12-16", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "The suicides of servicemen and servicewomen are just as tragic as the deaths on the uncertain battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan.\u00a0And as those conflicts have wound down, the suicide rates have remained high.\r\nInstead of collateral damage, they have become the main event: In 2013, 132 soldiers and Marines died in war; 475 took their own lives.\r\nIndiana Democratic Sen. Joe Donnelly has been in the forefront of those fighting to draw attention to military suicide and prevent those pointless deaths. Now The Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Act of 2014, a\u00a0second version of\u00a0legislation Donnelly\u00a0first introduced last year, is on its way to becoming law.\r\n\u201dIt\u2019s been a two-year journey for the senator,\u201d said Elizabeth Shappell, Donnelly\u2019s communications director. \u201cWe\u2019re so excited to put out the good news.\u201d But as Shappell emphasized, the bill Congress\u00a0passed\u00a0last week is just a beginning.\r\nThe bill is named for a 21-year-old Indiana National Guardsman from Farmland, a small town near Muncie, who shot himself to death in a movie theater while he was home on leave in 2009. Sexton\u2019s family saw no signs of distress in Jacob before the tragedy, but his father, Jeff, said they later learned that others in his unit had seen some problems.\r\nOften, those in the military have been reluctant to speak about problems, and their comrades have avoided flagging\u00a0potentially suicidal behavior because of the stigma that mental health problems can carry.\r\nDonnelly, who plans a ceremony with the family in Indianapolis later this week, wrote the bill to make it easier for soldiers\u00a0with problems to be identified and to receive help.\r\nThe measure will require that every active-duty and reserve serviceman and servicewoman receive a mental health assessment every year. It sets strict privacy protections, so that military personnel who need help can seek and receive it without potentially derailing their careers. And the act directs the Pentagon to assess all the mental health and suicide-prevention programs now operating with the military and report to Congress within a year.\r\n\u201c(Donnelly) wants to test what\u2019s working, what\u2019s not, what sort of programs should be expanded,\u201d Shappell said. \u00a0\r\nDonnelly also wants to take on the catastrophic problem of suicides by military veterans. More than 20 vets kill themselves every day. It\u2019s a problem that may not get better without better solutions.\u00a0\r\nThe Sexton Act seemed to be on its way to passage after Donnelly managed to get it tied into the Defense Appropriations Act for the coming year. \u00a0Even the current do-little Congress would not fail to pass that measure, though\u00a0Donnelly still had to shepherd\u00a0his act\u00a0through final\u00a0defense-spending negotiations between the House and Senate this month.\r\nThe Clay Hunt Act, named for a 28-year-old Marine veteran from Houston who killed himself in 2011, may not fare as well. That act would help veterans get access to mental health services and require military agencies to assess the effectiveness of their programs for veterans. It passed the House, but it has been held back from a Senate vote because one senator objected to its $22 million pricetag.\u00a0\r\nCongress, which customarily has no problems voting billions of dollars for war, needs to spend more of its time as Donnelly has, trying to see that our psychologically wounded warriors get the help they need. This is a battle that will not end when the last soldier leaves Iraq, or Afghanistan, or Syria. The veterans of our post-9/11 wars will be with us until near the end of this century, and they have earned not only our\u00a0respect and gratitude, but the right to regain their psychological health.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-applauds-senate-passage-of-able-act", "Donnelly Applauds Senate Passage of ABLE Act", "2014-12-16", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Applauds Senate Passage of ABLE Act\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tBipartisan bill creates tax-free savings accounts for disabled Americans\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tTuesday, December 16, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C.\u00a0\u2014 U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly praised Senate passage of the\u00a0Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act, a bill to create tax-free savings accounts for individuals with disabilities that he co-sponsored and helped pass. The bill passed tonight in the Senate by a vote of 76 to 16 as part of a larger bill, H.R. 5771, the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014, after passing the House last week, and now goes to the President to be signed into law.\r\n\u201cIn Indiana, we know that disabilities shouldn\u2019t be a roadblock to pursuing your dreams,\u201d said Donnelly. \u201cThe savings accounts this legislation creates will help Americans with disabilities save for things like education, transportation, and even housing. I have been proud to support the ABLE Act, and I am glad to see it pass with bipartisan support.\u201d\r\nMore than 100 organizations support the legislation, including Arc of Indiana, the National Down Syndrome Society, and Autism Speaks.\r\nJohn Dickerson, Executive Director of The Arc of Indiana, said, \u201cThe ABLE Act provides families and people with disabilities an important option in saving for the future.\u00a0 People with disabilities want the opportunity to be as independent as possible whether that means continuing their education or owning their own home.\u00a0 The ABLE Act will provide them with those options.\u00a0 We appreciate the perseverance of the sponsors of this legislation in not giving up and creating this opportunity.\u201d\r\nCurrently, U.S. law prohibits those claiming disability from having more than $2,000 in assets in order to continue receiving Social Security, Medicaid, and other benefits; making it difficult for disabled individuals to save for the future. By giving disabled Americans access to tax-free savings accounts, the\u00a0ABLE Act\u00a0would provide eligible individuals the same types of flexible savings options that other Americans have through college savings accounts, health savings accounts, and individual retirement accounts.\r\nThese savings accounts will supplement, but not replace, benefits provided through Medicaid, Social Security, private insurance, and other sources. The money saved in these accounts must be used for qualified disability expenses, including: education, housing, transportation, employment training and support, assistive technology and personal support services, health, prevention and wellness, and other approved expenses.\r\nDonnelly co-sponsored similar legislation in the 112th\u00a0Congress while serving in the House of Representatives.\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/joe-announces-anticipated-senate-passage-of-the-jacob-sexton-military-suicide-prevention-act", "Joe Announces Anticipated Senate Passage of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act", "2014-12-12", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Joe Announces Anticipated Senate Passage of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act \n            On December 10, 2014, Joe joined supporters of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act to announce anticipated Senate passage of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-wicker-sexton-act-will-soon-be-law", "Donnelly, Wicker: ‘Sexton Act will soon be law’", "2014-12-12", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly, Wicker: \u2018Sexton Act will soon be law\u2019\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tSenate passes Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act as part of national defense bill\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, December 12, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Roger Wicker (R-MS) welcomed the Senate passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) today with support from both parties. The national defense bill includes their Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act of 2014, which would require an annual mental health assessment for all servicemembers. \u00a0The bill now heads to President Obama to be signed into law.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cThis is outstanding news: the Jacob Sexton Act will soon be law. After nearly two years of working on this effort with Jacob\u2019s parents Jeff and Barb, we will honor the memory of Jacob by positively impacting servicemembers\u2019 lives.\u00a0 This common sense change will ensure we are focused not only on our Armed Forces\u2019 physical readiness but also mental readiness.\u00a0 We make strides in the effort to reduce the stigma of seeking help\u2014truly, it is a sign of strength.\u00a0 We accomplished this with strong bipartisan support, and I thank my friend, Senator Wicker, for working with me to get this done.\u201d\r\nWicker said, \u201cThe \u2018Jacob Sexton Act\u2019 will provide our service members with an array of new tools to get the mental health services they need and deserve. We must address this growing problem before it gets any worse. Too many American families will celebrate this holiday season without their loved ones. I am proud to be a part of this effort.\u201d\r\nThe Sexton Act will:\r\n \r\nRequire annual mental health assessments for all servicemembers\u2014Active, Reserve, and Guard.\u00a0 Right now, the best and most consistent screening is happening only for those within the deployment cycle which can leave non-deployed members of the Active, Reserve, and Guard components underserved.\r\nMaintain strong privacy protections for servicemembers. \u00a0We must ensure that seeking help remains a sign of strength by protecting the privacy of the servicemember coming forward.\u00a0 The privacy of servicemembers would be ensured by guaranteeing medical privacy protections for these mental health assessments.\r\nRequire a Pentagon report to evaluate existing military mental health practices and provide recommendations for improvement. This report, which is due to Congress within a year of enactment of the bill, would help identify which programs are working and which need to be fixed. A specific focus of the report will be identifying successful peer-to-peer programs that address the need for a more bottom-up approach to identifying warning signs and combatting stigma in each of the Services, with the intention of future expansion.\r\n \r\nSpecialist Jacob Sexton was a member of the Indiana Nation Guard from Farmland, Indiana. Jacob took his own life at the age of 21 in a Muncie movie theater while home on a 15-day leave from Afghanistan.\u00a0 In early 2013, Jeff Sexton heard Senator Donnelly talk about the need to improve efforts to prevent military suicide during a Senate Armed Services hearing.\u00a0 Jeff emailed the senator\u2019s office about his and his wife Barb\u2019s personal experience with military suicide, losing their son Jacob. Jeff wrote in his email, \u201cI\u2019m willing to help any way I can.\u201d\u00a0 Senator Donnelly called Jeff, and with his and Barn\u2019s blessing, they worked together on legislation named after Jacob that aims to help end the scourge of military suicide.\r\nFor more information on the Sexton Act, visit: https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/Jacob-Sexton-Act\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/senate-approves-donnelly_boozman-language-authorizing-a-gulf-war-memorial-heads-to-presidents-desk", "Senate Approves Donnelly – Boozman Language Authorizing a Gulf War Memorial, Heads to President’s Desk", "2014-12-12", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Senate Approves Donnelly \u2013 Boozman Language Authorizing a Gulf War Memorial, Heads to President\u2019s Desk\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tNational Memorial Would Honor Those Who Fought in Operations Desert Storm and Shield\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tFriday, December 12, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2013The Senate today passed legislation that would authorize the construction of a National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial, originally introduced by U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and John Boozman (R-AR). The memorial would honor American servicemembers who fought during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. The legislation, as part of the national defense bill, passed the House last week and now goes to the President to be signed into law.\r\nDonnelly said, \u201cFor the thousands of Hoosiers and for all Americans who served in Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, this memorial will honor their courageous service and sacrifice. I am pleased that after working with my friend Senator Boozman, our bipartisan legislation to create a national memorial is now headed to the President to be signed into law. I look forward to the day when our Desert Storm and Desert Shield veterans can visit their memorial.\u201d\r\nBoozman said, \u201cThe men and women who served in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield deserve this honor and recognition in our nation\u2019s capital. I\u2019m proud to work with Senator Donnelly in support of this memorial that shows our nation\u2019s appreciation for all Americans who fought to defend freedom in the Gulf War. It\u2019s been far too long for this tribute but soon we\u2019ll be able to pay our respects at a national memorial.\u201d\r\nScott C. Stump, President of the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association, said, \"The passage of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield War Memorial Act leaves us honored, humbled, and thankful to Senators Boozman and Donnelly for their hard work and\u00a0bipartisan efforts throughout this entire process. We look forward to creating a place of honor and remembrance for all who served. Most importantly, this memorial is dedicated to our fellow Desert Shield and Desert Storm veterans who gave their lives on behalf of\u00a0every American.\"\u00a0\r\nA native of Clay Township in St. Joseph County, Indiana, Stump attended Indiana State University and served as a Lance Corporal in the Marine Corps during Operations Desert Storm and Shield. In 2011 Stump had an idea to honor those he served with overseas. He joined with two of his fellow servicemembers to co-found an organization in Arkansas which became the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association. Over the past few years, Stump and the organization have advocated for an Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield memorial and raised money for its construction.\r\nDuring the 1990\u20131992 Gulf War, more than 700,000 American servicemembers were deployed and nearly 400 lost their lives. These servicemembers fought with the support of more than 30 other coalition countries to liberate the citizens of Kuwait from more than seven months of invasion and occupation by Iraqi forces. This legislation will allow the National Desert Storm Memorial Association to create a commemorative work in Washington D.C. to honor those who served.\r\nThe bill has received wide-ranging support after Senators Donnelly and Boozman introduced the Senate version of the legislation (S. 995) on May 21, 2013. Servicemembers, veterans, members of the international allied coalition, as well as veterans\u2019 organizations including AMVETS and the American Legion have endorsed the creation of the memorial. As with all memorials on federal property, Congress must authorize the land within Washington D.C. for the site. No federal funds would be used for the construction of the memorial. Private funds would be raised by the National Desert Storm War Memorial Association.\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@donnelly.senate.gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/joe-announces-expected-senate-passage-of-the-jacob-sexton-military-suicide-prevention-act", "Joe Announces Expected Senate Passage of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act", "2014-12-11", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Joe Announces Expected Senate Passage of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act \n            On December 10, 2014, Joe joined supporters of the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act to announce that he expects the bill to pass the Senate this week as part of the National Defense...", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/donnelly-seeks-to-end-the-tragedy", "Donnelly Seeks to 'End the Tragedy'", "2014-12-11", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly Seeks to 'End the Tragedy'\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n                \r\n                His legislation aimed at military suicides set for Senate vote\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                    By:\u00a0\r\n                    Brian Francisco\r\n                \r\n            \r\n            \r\n                \r\n                \r\n                \r\n            Thursday, December 11, 2014\r\n            \n\t\n\r\n            \r\n            WASHINGTON \u2013 More U.S. soldiers, sailors and airmen are being lost to suicide than to combat, U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly said Wednesday.\r\nDuring 2013, he said, 475 members of the military took their lives, compared with 132 killed in battle.\r\n\u201cThat\u2019s happened two years straight now,\u201d Donnelly, D-Ind., said at a Capitol Hill news conference, adding that 2014 has followed a similar pace.\r\n\u201cWe have to break the chain. We have to end the tragedy,\u201d he said.\r\nDonnelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has sponsored legislation requiring yearly mental health assessments for all active, National Guard and Reserve members of the military.\r\nHis proposal is incorporated into the defense bill that comes before the Senate for a vote today or Friday. The House approved the bill last week.\r\nDonnelly\u2019s measure, called the Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act, is named for an east-central Indiana soldier who, at age 21, fatally shot himself in 2009 in a Muncie movie theater while on leave from his deployment to Afghanistan.\r\nMilitary suicides \u201calso happen to young men and women who have never been overseas, who have never been deployed,\u201d Donnelly said. \u201cAnd so this is a servicewide problem.\u201d\r\nCurrently, he said, mental health screenings are required only for troops on a deployment cycle. His legislation includes provisions to safeguard the privacy of personnel who seek and receive mental health treatment, and it calls for the Pentagon to evaluate and report on its mental health practices.\r\nPete Duffy, legislative director of the National Guard Association of the United States, said the Guard had the highest suicide rate among military branches in 2013 \u2013 33.4 suicides for every 100,000 troops. Sexton was a Guard member from Farmland in Randolph County.\r\nBy comparison, the national suicide rate in 2012 was roughly 13 deaths for every 100,000 people, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, which has endorsed Donnelly\u2019s legislation.\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re going to have the assessments. Now we need to have funded programs to address mental health concerns when they are discovered in the assessments,\u201d said Duffy, a retired Army colonel.\r\n\u201cThe tragedy to Jacob, Jacob\u2019s family, the losing (military) unit, the loss of readiness cannot continue.\u201d\r\nMembers of advocacy groups for suicide prevention, mental health, military families and family therapy also spoke in favor of Donnelly\u2019s bill, co-sponsored by Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss.\r\nDonnelly said he can\u2019t tell how his legislation, if signed into law, might affect recruitment and re-enlistment.\r\n\u201cBut I will tell you that if I were in the service at this time and knew that I had the option to have somebody to talk to and it wouldn\u2019t be stigmatized, that seeking help would actually be considered a strength, I would think that would be a plus for continuing (military) service,\u201d he said.\r\nEarlier, Donnelly said the assessments also might uncover mental health problems that can lead military personnel to cause harm to others.\r\n\u201cThis can help in case after case after case, not only suicide but also for those who are facing challenges \u2013 that they have somebody to talk to and maybe prevent them from taking it out on somebody else,\u201d he said.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/article/in-depth-sen-joe-donnelly-explains-bill-to-prevent-military-suicides", "In-Depth: Sen. Joe Donnelly Explains Bill to Prevent Military Suicides", "2014-12-11", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "They put their lives on the line to defend our freedom. But sometimes the biggest challenge service men and women face is when they come home.\r\n\r\nSadly, it's led to a spike in suicides by combat veterans, and Indiana Senator Joe Donnelly has a new bill aimed at curbing that.\r\n\r\nEyewitness News Laura Kirtley speaks with Senator Donnelly about his proposed bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://www.donnelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press/donnelly-new-military-suicide-numbers-incredibly-concerning-reinforce-importance-of-passing-jacob-sexton-act", "Donnelly: New Military Suicide Numbers ‘Incredibly Concerning,’ Reinforce Importance of Passing Jacob Sexton Act", "2014-12-11", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Joe Donnelly", "D000607", "www.donnelly.senate.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Donnelly: New Military Suicide Numbers \u2018Incredibly Concerning,\u2019 Reinforce Importance of Passing Jacob Sexton Act\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t224 Servicemembers have taken own lives in first six months of 2014 according to new Pentagon report\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tThursday, December 11, 2014\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tWashington, D.C. \u2014\u00a0U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in response to the Department of Defense\u2019s (DoD) new report on military suicides through the first six months of 2014. The DoD report comes as the Senate is on the verge of passing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including Donnelly\u2019s bipartisan Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act. The Pentagon reported on Thursday that 224 servicemembers took their own lives from January through June of this year, including 144 active component servicemembers, 38 reserve servicemembers, and 44 National Guard members.\r\nDonnelly, who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, \u201cIt\u2019s incredibly concerning how many servicemembers we are losing to suicide. Any servicemember lost is one too many. There are commonsense steps we can take to address the scourge of military suicide, and I hope that one step we take yet this week is passing the Jacob Sexton Act.\u201d\r\nThe national defense bill, including the Sexton Act, is anticipated to pass the Senate by the end of this week. The Sexton Act seeks to help prevent military suicide by requiring annual mental health assessments for all servicemembers, including Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve; maintaining strong privacy protections for servicemembers; and requiring a Pentagon report to evaluate existing military mental health practices and provide recommendations for expansion and improvement.\u00a0 The Sexton Act is named after Indiana National Guardsman Jacob Sexton, a native of Farmland, Indiana, who took his own life in 2009 while home on a 15-day leave from Afghanistan.\r\nFor more information on the Sexton Act, click here.\r\nFor two straight years, we have lost more servicemembers to suicide than combat.\u00a0 According to the Pentagon, in 2012, 522 servicemembers took their own lives, while we lost 316 in combat. Last year, a record number in the National Guard took their own lives, and we lost 474* servicemembers overall, more than three times the number killed in combat.\r\n[*The Pentagon report released on Thursday adjusted the number of servicemembers lost to suicide in 2013 to 474 servicemembers from the previously reported 475.]\u00a0\r\n###\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t Press Contact \n\t\t\t\t\tDonnelly_Press@Donnelly.Senate.Gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/save/https:/visclosky.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/port-of-indianas-shipments-on-pace-to-near-all-time-record", "Port of Indiana's Shipments on pace to near all-time record", "2014-12-09", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "Saving page now...\nhttps://visclosky.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/port-of-indianas-shipments-on-pace-to-near-all-time-record\nAs it appears live December 6, 2017 1:54:02 PM UTC\n  \n  \n    \n          \n      \n    \n      \n          \n        \n    \n  \n    \n                Port of Indiana's Shipments on pace to near all-time record", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-passing-of-william-bill-mays", "Carson Statement on the Passing of William (Bill) Mays", "2014-12-04", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 \u201cTonight, we lost a leader who dedicated his life to our community.\u00a0 As a businessman, philanthropist, and activist, Bill Mays helped improve the lives of countless Hoosiers throughout his life. I pray that God gives peace and comfort to his wife, Rose, his daughters Kristin and Heather, and to the countless others for whom Bill is \u201cfamily.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/house-passes-carson-mental-health-bill", "House Passes Carson Mental Health Bill", "2014-12-04", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015, which included provisions authored by Congressman Carson to protect the mental health of deployed service members.\u00a0 The NDAA containing Congressman Carson\u2019s \u00a0provisions is expected to pass the Senate next week before making its way to the President\u2019s desk to become law.\nSpecifically, Congressman Carson\u2019s bill aims to provide mid-deployment assessments to detect and begin treatment of mental health issues that arise while overseas and could negatively impact performance or become life threatening.\u00a0 Currently, service members only receive mental health screening before and after deployment. The 2015 NDAA includes provisions from Carson\u2019s H.R. 1463, the Military Suicide Reduction Act, which was endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Association of the United States Navy, and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.\u00a0 \u00a0This is the culmination of an effort that began in 2011, when Carson first authored legislation mandating that service members deployed in combat receive mid-deployment mental health assessments.\u00a0 He has introduced and passed through the House similar provisions every year since.\u00a0\n\u201cToday, we know more than ever about the unseen wounds of war,\u201d said Congressman Carson.\u00a0 \u201cIf left untreated, these issues contribute to higher rates of domestic violence, substance abuse, homelessness, and suicide\u2014especially when combined with financial and relationship difficulties that are common among deploying service members.\u00a0 By mandating regular screening during deployment, when injuries and trauma are most likely to occur, we can improve the likelihood of early detection and treatment. After years of repeated deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, it is time for us to reflect on lessons learned and find ways to better support our deploying service members.\u201d\u00a0\nIn 2011, the NDAA included language from the Service Members Mental Health Screening Act, which ensured that mental health assessments holistically consider records originating from past units, and the Military Families Financial Preparedness Act, which helped prepare separating service members and their families for the financial challenges of civilian life. \u00a0This bill was signed into law by President Obama in December 2011.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-passing-william-bill-mays", "Carson Statement on the Passing of William (Bill) Mays", "2014-12-04", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 \"Tonight, we lost a leader who dedicated his life to our community. As a businessman, philanthropist, and activist, Bill Mays helped improve the lives of countless Hoosiers throughout his life. I pray that God gives peace and comfort to his wife, Rose, his daughters Kristin and Heather, and to the countless others for whom Bill is \"family.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:44:12Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-carson-mental-health-bill", "House Passes Carson Mental Health Bill", "2014-12-04", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015, which included provisions authored by Congressman Carson to protect the mental health of deployed service members. The NDAA containing Congressman Carson's provisions is expected to pass the Senate next week before making its way to the President's desk to become law.\n\nSpecifically, Congressman Carson's bill aims to provide mid-deployment assessments to detect and begin treatment of mental health issues that arise while overseas and could negatively impact performance or become life threatening. Currently, service members only receive mental health screening before and after deployment. The 2015 NDAA includes provisions from Carson's H.R. 1463, the Military Suicide Reduction Act, which was endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Association of the United States Navy, and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. This is the culmination of an effort that began in 2011, when Carson first authored legislation mandating that service members deployed in combat receive mid-deployment mental health assessments. He has introduced and passed through the House similar provisions every year since.\n\n\"Today, we know more than ever about the unseen wounds of war,\" said Congressman Carson. \"If left untreated, these issues contribute to higher rates of domestic violence, substance abuse, homelessness, and suicide\u2014especially when combined with financial and relationship difficulties that are common among deploying service members. By mandating regular screening during deployment, when injuries and trauma are most likely to occur, we can improve the likelihood of early detection and treatment. After years of repeated deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, it is time for us to reflect on lessons learned and find ways to better support our deploying service members.\"\n\nIn 2011, the NDAA included language from the Service Members Mental Health Screening Act, which ensured that mental health assessments holistically consider records originating from past units, and the Military Families Financial Preparedness Act, which helped prepare separating service members and their families for the financial challenges of civilian life. This bill was signed into law by President Obama in December 2011.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:44:12Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov//media-center/statements/please-note-our-new-office-location", "Please note our new office location", "2014-12-02", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Our new office is at 2328 Rayburn Building.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/choosing-safe-toys-for-holiday-giving", "Choosing Safe Toys for Holiday Giving", "2014-12-01", "2014", "2014-12", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,  \n\t\u00a0\nWith the holiday season in full swing, many parents, grandparents, and friends are busy shopping for the special children in their lives. On the top of many of those lists are toys. With thousands of children\u2019s products on the market each year, it is important to make sure no one gets hurt from an unsafe toy.  \n\t\u00a0\nOver the past several years, stronger rules have helped get some of the most dangerous children\u2019s products off the market.\u00a0 Improvements made by Congress to the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act have tightened lead limits and phased out dangerous phthalates.\u00a0 These safeguards, along with safety-conscious steps taken by many toy makers and sellers have led to 30 toy recalls in fiscal year 2014, compared to 172 recalls in 2008.  \n\t\u00a0 \u00a0\nKeeping our children safe and healthy will ensure a more joyous holiday season for everyone. To learn more about product recalls or to report a dangerous product, go online to www.saferproducts.gov or call the Consumer Product Safety Commission Hotline at (800) 638-2772.  \n\t\u00a0\nIn addition, be sure to checkout\u00a0  https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/investigations/mailfraud/fraudschemes/mailtheft/tipthieves.aspx\u00a0for tips on how to ensure your packages and mail stay safe this holiday season.\n\u00a0\nI am honored to serve in Congress on behalf of Hoosier families like yours. \u00a0I value your ideas and look forward to hearing from you.\n\u00a0\nRegards,\u00a0\nAndr\u00e9\n\u00a0\nINSIDE SCOOP\nICYMI:\nThis Thanksgiving, my daughter and I joined thousands of Hoosiers at the annual Mozel Sanders Thanksgiving dinner.\u00a0 With the help of over 2,000 volunteers, 40,000 meals were delivered to people throughout Central Indiana!\n \n\t\u00a0 \nCOMING UP:\nOne of the most rewarding aspects of being your Representative is having the opportunity to help you cut through red tape with federal agencies.\u00a0 While my district office is centrally located, I realize it can be difficult or inconvenient at times to visit.\u00a0 That is why I am committed to ensuring the resources my office offers are more accessible by bringing these services closer to you.\n\u00a0\nThis week, my staff will be holding office hours on Thursday, December 4, from 4-6 p.m at the Indianapolis Public Library - Wayne Branch.\u00a0 (198 S. Girls School Road Indianapolis, IN 46231)\u00a0 \n\u00a0\nMy office is able to assist with a range of issues dealing with any federal agency, including the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, Social Security, Medicare, Immigration, and others.\u00a0 Hope to see you there!", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-ferguson-grand-jury-decision", "Carson Statement on the Ferguson Grand Jury Decision", "2014-11-24", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement in response to the decision of the Ferguson Grand Jury not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Michael Brown:\n\u201cTonight, my prayers are with the Brown family who lost their son far too soon.\u00a0 No parent should have to live through such an ordeal.\n\u201cAs a young African American man, I can relate to the frustration being felt on the streets of Ferguson.\u00a0 The history of our nation, past and present, is plagued with incidents of bigotry and discrimination in our justice system. Racial injustice continues to afflict our communities and with each incident like this one, old wounds are reopened.\u00a0 The feelings felt tonight are real and cannot be discounted.\n\u201cAs a former law enforcement officer, I respect our system of justice but also recognize its shortcomings.\u00a0 We have a long way to go to guarantee our country\u2019s children of color are protected equally under the law, in every instance, in every\u00a0neighborhood, all across our country. No community should have to doubt whether justice has prevailed when a decision like this one is handed down.\u00a0\n\u201cTonight is the start of a long and difficult process, not simply of overcoming the pain felt in Ferguson, but of honestly assessing how justice is provided across our country.\u00a0 This process starts with peaceful protests and\u00a0 ends with lasting reform that protects all Americans equally, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status.\u00a0 This will not be easy or quick. But what is clear is that this march towards a better, more equitable country cannot start with violence.\u00a0 It is my hope that all Americans can respect the Brown\u2019s family request for peace and use this tragedy to advocate for real and lasting change.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-resignation-of-defense-secretary-hagel", "Carson Statement on the Resignation of Defense Secretary Hagel", "2014-11-24", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement in response to the announcement that Charles \u201cChuck\u201d Hagel will step down as Secretary of Defense once a successor is confirmed:\n\u201cAs the 24th Secretary of Defense, Chuck Hagel has worked each and every day to protect and ensure the safety of our country. As a decorated Vietnam War veteran, president of the World USO, Deputy Administrator of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Senator, and Secretary of Defense, Hagel\u2019s career has been filled with public service and advocacy on behalf of our men and women in uniform.\n\u201cAs a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I have always appreciated Secretary Hagel\u2019s honest assessment and advice, especially in difficult circumstances.\n\u201cI am grateful for his leadership and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-ferguson-grand-jury-decision", "Carson Statement on the Ferguson Grand Jury Decision", "2014-11-24", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement in response to the decision of the Ferguson Grand Jury not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Michael Brown:\n\n\"Tonight, my prayers are with the Brown family who lost their son far too soon. No parent should have to live through such an ordeal.\n\n\"As a young African American man, I can relate to the frustration being felt on the streets of Ferguson. The history of our nation, past and present, is plagued with incidents of bigotry and discrimination in our justice system. Racial injustice continues to afflict our communities and with each incident like this one, old wounds are reopened. The feelings felt tonight are real and cannot be discounted.\n\n\"As a former law enforcement officer, I respect our system of justice but also recognize its shortcomings. We have a long way to go to guarantee our country's children of color are protected equally under the law, in every instance, in every neighborhood, all across our country. No community should have to doubt whether justice has prevailed when a decision like this one is handed down.\n\n\"Tonight is the start of a long and difficult process, not simply of overcoming the pain felt in Ferguson, but of honestly assessing how justice is provided across our country. This process starts with peaceful protests and ends with lasting reform that protects all Americans equally, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status. This will not be easy or quick. But what is clear is that this march towards a better, more equitable country cannot start with violence. It is my hope that all Americans can respect the Brown's family request for peace and use this tragedy to advocate for real and lasting change.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:56Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-resignation-defense-secretary-hagel", "Carson Statement on the Resignation of Defense Secretary Hagel", "2014-11-24", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement in response to the announcement that Charles \"Chuck\" Hagel will step down as Secretary of Defense once a successor is confirmed:\n\n\"As the 24th Secretary of Defense, Chuck Hagel has worked each and every day to protect and ensure the safety of our country. As a decorated Vietnam War veteran, president of the World USO, Deputy Administrator of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Senator, and Secretary of Defense, Hagel's career has been filled with public service and advocacy on behalf of our men and women in uniform.\n\n\"As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I have always appreciated Secretary Hagel's honest assessment and advice, especially in difficult circumstances.\n\n\"I am grateful for his leadership and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:56Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-president-obama-s-executive-action-on-immigration", "Carson Statement on President Obamas Executive Action on Immigration", "2014-11-20", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following on President Barack Obama's Executive Action on immigration:\n\u201cTonight President Obama set forth a bold plan to secure our nation\u2019s borders, help keep families together, and expand our economy.\u00a0 The President\u2019s action was a necessary step in a Republican Congress that has refused to take up immigration reform. However, our country must come together to pass an immigration plan that will be successful. It is my hope that the President\u2019s executive actions will push Congress to bring legislation to the floor under regular order.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/enroll-indiana", "Enroll Indiana!", "2014-11-20", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\n\u00a0\nEnrollment has begun for Indiana residents seeking health insurance through the federal health exchanges established under the Affordable Care Act.\u00a0 \u00a0If you or someone you know is uninsured, visit www.healthcare.gov \u00a0to apply for coverage for 2015.\u00a0 Even if you signed up for health insurance last year, shop around, you may find a plan that better fits your needs and budget this year.\nThere is also in-person assistance in our area to help you navigate through this process.\u00a0 Click here\u00a0 to find assistance near you.\u00a0\nThe last day to enroll for coverage that begins on January 1, 2015 is December 15th.\u00a0 If you are unable to enroll during the November 15th \u2013 December 15th enrollment period, you have until February 15th, 2015 to apply for coverage that will begin on March 1st, 2015.\u00a0\nIf you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact my office. The telephone number is 317-283-6516.\n\u00a0\nRegards,\n\u00a0\nInside Scoop: \nEarlier this month, I had the privilege of meeting Marilyn Shank, one of thousands of Hoosiers benefiting from the Affordable Care Act. Marilyn and her husband are saving $1,200/month on health insurance thanks to the ACA.\u00a0\nDo you have an ACA success story? Tell us your story and Congressman Carson might share your story too! Email aca07@mail.house.gov", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-president-obamas-executive-action-immigration", "Carson Statement on President Obama\u2019s Executive Action on Immigration", "2014-11-20", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following on President Barack Obama's Executive Action on immigration:\n\n\"Tonight President Obama set forth a bold plan to secure our nation's borders, help keep families together, and expand our economy. The President's action was a necessary step in a Republican Congress that has refused to take up immigration reform. However, our country must come together to pass an immigration plan that will be successful. It is my hope that the President's executive actions will push Congress to bring legislation to the floor under regular order.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:56Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-loss-of-abdul-rahman-peter-kassig", "Carson Statement on the Loss of Abdul-Rahman (Peter) Kassig", "2014-11-16", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "\"My deepest condolences go out to the friends and family of Abdul-Rahman Kassig, formerly known as Peter. The brutality shown to Kassig is in stark contrast to the bravery he displayed while serving his nation as an Army Ranger and dedicated humanitarian.\u00a0\u00a0My prayers are with the family and those still suffering under the violence in the Middle East.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-loss-abdul-rahman-peter-kassig", "Carson Statement on the Loss of Abdul-Rahman (Peter) Kassig", "2014-11-16", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\"My deepest condolences go out to the friends and family of Abdul-Rahman Kassig, formerly known as Peter. The brutality shown to Kassig is in stark contrast to the bravery he displayed while serving his nation as an Army Ranger and dedicated humanitarian. My prayers are with the family and those still suffering under the violence in the Middle East.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:56Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/honoring-service-and-sacrifice", "Honoring Service and Sacrifice", "2014-11-10", "2014", "2014-11", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\u00a0\nThis week as we commemorate the 61st\u00a0Anniversary of Veterans Day, I\u2019d like to reflect on what General Douglas MacArthur said during a speech:\u00a0 \u201cThe soldier, above all others, is required to practice the greatest act of religious training\u2014sacrifice.\u201d\u00a0 That sacrifice is embodied in extraordinary Hoosiers who have worn the uniform of the United States of America.\u00a0\nThere are approximately 476,000 veterans living in Indiana. Just as they stood watch on our behalf, we have a moral obligation to support them. It is with their contributions in mind that I have authored the Military Suicide Reduction Act, Military Mental Health Empowerment Act, and the Service Members Mental Health Screening Act, all of which improve mental health services available to our service members and help them diagnose and treat devastating mental health issues before returning home. I have also been an advocate for the necessary reforms to take place within the VA so that Hoosier veterans can get the care they deserve in a timely manner.\nIt is my privilege to be a champion for veterans in Congress and I will continue to work with my colleagues to support veteran programs. As a member of the Armed Services Committee, I will continue to focus on the needs of our military in Indiana and across the nation\u2014to keep them safe in combat and support them on their return home.\u00a0\nGod Bless all of our veterans, past, present and future, and God bless our troops and military families serving today.\n\u00a0\nRegards,\nInside Scoop: Thank you! \nLast week, I was honored and humbled to be elected to continue to serve my neighbors, friends and family in the District where I was born and raised.\nI am proud of what we have been able to accomplish over the last several years, but our work is not done.\u00a0\u00a0My focus in Indianapolis will not waver from looking for ways to help create jobs, cut crime and grow the economy.\u00a0\nToday, I am renewing my commitment to every Hoosier - regardless of race, income, or who you love -\u00a0I will continue to work hard to make things better for you and your family in Indianapolis.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/working-to-end-breast-cancer", "Working to End Breast Cancer", "2014-10-28", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to pause and honor the brave women in our lives who are struggling with, have survived, or may have lost their battle with breast cancer.\u00a0\nWhile significant advancements have been made in the treatment and early detection of breast cancer in recent years, it remains the second most deadly cancer among women. \u00a0 The American Cancer Society estimates that one in eight women living in the U.S. will develop breast cancer during the course of her life. \u00a0\u00a0\nRecently, I supported legislation that would help ensure patients receive adequate support after undergoing breast cancer surgery. \u00a0The bill requires health plans to cover hospital stays for at least 48 hours following a mastectomy or lumpectomy and at least 24 hours following a lymph node removal. Furthermore, if passed, it would require insurance providers to cover all secondary consultations, when necessary.\u00a0\nIn addition, I belong to the House Congressional Cancer Caucus. This bi-partisan group of lawmakers is committed to creating national policies that advance cancer research and improve the treatment and diagnosis of this disease. \u00a0\nTogether, we can make a difference and end breast cancer. Please don\u2019t hesitate to contact me on this or any other federal issue of importance to you.\nRegards,\n\u00a0\n\u00a0\nAndr\u00e9 Carson\n\u00a0\nINSIDE SCOOP:\u00a0Would you like to intern for Congressman Carson?\nCongressman Carson is currently seeking college students or recent graduates wishing to gain experience in a fast-paced congressional office for a full-time or part-time Spring Semester Internship. We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-to-day duties in our Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. offices. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter detailing availability, one short writing sample and at least two references to\u00a0In07Internship@mail.house.gov. Please specify if you are interested in our Indianapolis or Washington, D.C. internship. We\u2019re looking forward to hearing from you!\nOpportunity for our Students:\u00a0\nThis is a reminder that military academy nomination applications are due on Saturday, November 1st. Each year it is my privilege to nominate exceptional young men and women to our nation's service academies.\nFor more information visit:  https://carson.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations\nVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility\u00a0\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process.\u00a0 Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\u00a0\n\u00a0\u00a0\nMonday, November 3, 2014 \u2013 Early voting ends (Noon)  Tuesday, November 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/medicare-open-enrollment-happening-now", "Medicare Open Enrollment Happening Now", "2014-10-21", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\n\t\t\t\tFor nearly fifty years, Medicare has provided millions of Hoosiers with quality and dependable health care in retirement.\n\t\t\t\tThat is why I am pleased to tell you that the Medicare open enrollment period has begun for 2015.\u00a0 If you are satisfied with the Medicare coverage you have, you don\u2019t need to do anything at all. If you are currently a Medicare beneficiary, you remain eligible and will continue to receive Medicare benefits.\u00a0 However, if you are interested in making changes to your Medicare plan or need to sign up for 2015 coverage, you should do so before the enrollment period closes on December 7, 2014.\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tBelow are some helpful resources courtesy of Medicare.gov that will guide anyone interested in participating.\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tMedicare Plan Finder -- Here you can review, compare, and join a 2015 plan using your zip code or through a more personalized search.\n\t\t\t\t\tEnroll in a Medicare Plan -- Visit this page if you already know the name of the plan you want to join.\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Your Enrollment -- Use this tool to check your current and future enrollment.\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tRemember, this is the only time you can change your plan this year, so take this opportunity to find an option that works for you or your eligible family member. Please don\u2019t hesitate to contact me on this or any other federal issue of importance to you.\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tRegards,\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tAndr\u00e9 Carson\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tInside Scoop: Constituent Services:\u00a0 Help with Veterans services\n\t\t\t\tEarlier this month, my office was able to help James, a local veteran, receive $35,000 in retroactive pay after he had waited nearly a year for a hearing.\u00a0 Once James contacted my office, we were able expedite the process for a hearing, which James received three months later.\u00a0 After the VA ruled in favor of James, he received the back pay he was owed less than a month later.\n\t\t\t\t\u00a0\n\t\t\t\tOpportunity for our Students: \n\t\t\t\tThis is a reminder that military academy nomination applications are due on Saturday, November 1st. Each year it is my privilege to nominate exceptional young men and women to our nation's service academies.\n\t\t\t\tFor more information visit:\n\t\t\t\thttps://carson.house.gov/constituent-services/military-academy-nominations", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-grant-to-reduce-unemployment", "Congressman Carson helps secure grant to reduce unemployment", "2014-10-15", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson announced that EmployIndy is the recipient of an $8.3M grant on behalf of the Department of Labor to help reduce long-term unemployment in the region. The grant which runs through 2018, will create Employ Up, a program designed to train Hoosiers in STEM-related skills in an effort reduce the need for H-1B visas.\u00a0\nIn July, Congressman Carson wrote a letter of support to the Department of Labor in support of the grant request and expressing his thanks for the good work being done by EmployIndy.\n\u201cThis funding is critical for unemployed Hoosiers to begin receiving the specialized skills and education needed to pursue a career in STEM/technical occupations,\u201d said Carson.\u00a0 \u201cThe City of Indianapolis and the larger Marion County area have seen tremendous growth in technical industries, including information technology and healthcare.\u00a0 These two industries account for over 21,000 job openings per year, a large number of which are being filled by foreign workers through the H-1B visa program, instead of our local residents.\u201d\n\u201cWith 80 percent of STEM-related occupations requiring some form of post-secondary certification or degree, we cannot ask our area employers to hire local residents unless we have a pipeline to supply them with the qualified talent they require,\u201d said Brooke Huntington, president and CEO of EmployIndy.\u00a0 \u201cEmploy Up will target a population that has had difficulty re-engaging in the workforce and provide them with pathways to successful careers in industries that will continue to grow and drive our region\u2019s growth into the future.\u201d\u00a0\nThe Employ Up program will begin in April 2015, and will serve residents with a combination of assessment, training, and employment services.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-grant-reduce-unemployment", "Congressman Carson helps secure grant to reduce unemployment", "2014-10-15", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson announced that EmployIndy is the recipient of an $8.3M grant on behalf of the Department of Labor to help reduce long-term unemployment in the region. The grant which runs through 2018, will create Employ Up, a program designed to train Hoosiers in STEM-related skills in an effort reduce the need for H-1B visas.\n\nIn July, Congressman Carson wrote a letter of support to the Department of Labor in support of the grant request and expressing his thanks for the good work being done by EmployIndy.\n\n\"This funding is critical for unemployed Hoosiers to begin receiving the specialized skills and education needed to pursue a career in STEM/technical occupations,\" said Carson. \"The City of Indianapolis and the larger Marion County area have seen tremendous growth in technical industries, including information technology and healthcare. These two industries account for over 21,000 job openings per year, a large number of which are being filled by foreign workers through the H-1B visa program, instead of our local residents.\"\n\n\"With 80 percent of STEM-related occupations requiring some form of post-secondary certification or degree, we cannot ask our area employers to hire local residents unless we have a pipeline to supply them with the qualified talent they require,\" said Brooke Huntington, president and CEO of EmployIndy. \"Employ Up will target a population that has had difficulty re-engaging in the workforce and provide them with pathways to successful careers in industries that will continue to grow and drive our region's growth into the future.\"\n\nThe Employ Up program will begin in April 2015, and will serve residents with a combination of assessment, training, and employment services.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:40Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/bringing-my-office-to-you", "Bringing My Office To You", "2014-10-14", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nOne of the most rewarding parts of being your Representative is helping you cut through the red tape you may encounter when working with federal agencies.\u00a0 While my district office is centrally located, Indianapolis is large and I realize it can be difficult at times to visit.\u00a0 That is why I am committed to ensuring the resources my office offers are more accessible by bringing these services closer to you.\nIt is important to hear from my constituents so I can do my job well.\u00a0 I hope you will take this opportunity to reach out to my office to share your thoughts and concerns on the issues that matter most to you and your family.\u00a0 Most importantly, if you are in need of assistance, my staff and I stand ready to help.\u00a0 We are able to assist you with a range of issues dealing with any federal agency, including the Internal Revenue Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, Social Security, Medicare, Immigration, and others.\u00a0\nI remain devoted to serving each and every constituent of the 7th Congressional District and ensuring the services my office provides are available.\u00a0 I hope you will stop by and visit my staff in your neighborhood soon.\u00a0 Details are listed below!\u00a0\u00a0 As always, it is an honor to serve you.\u00a0\n\u00a0\nWhat:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Office of Congressman Carson Community\u00a0Hours\nWhere:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Healthnet Administrative Offices  \n\t\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3403 E. Raymond St.\nWhen:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tuesday, October 21. 2014\u00a0\u00a0\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 4:00-7:00pm\n\u00a0\nRegards,\nAndr\u00e9\nInside Scoop: \nConstituent Services:\u00a0 Help with the IRS\nRecently, my office received a call from Jeff, who needed help receiving his 2012 tax return from the IRS.\u00a0 After working diligently with the agency and providing all of the requested documents multiple times, the IRS continued to hold his refund and was unable to provide a timeline for the release.\u00a0 My staff quickly got in touch with the Taxpayer Advocate Service to ensure Jeff would be issued a check promptly.\u00a0 After just a couple of weeks, Jeff received his full refund plus interest owed to him by the IRS for the delay.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/praying-for-kassig", "Praying for Kassig", "2014-10-07", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nLast week, I was stunned to see a fellow Hoosier threatened with death by the terrorist group Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).\u00a0 \u00a0Indianapolis native, Abdul-Rahman Kassig, formerly known as Peter Kassig, was captured by ISIL over a year ago while performing humanitarian work in Syria.\u00a0 Abdul-Rahman bravely served his nation as an Army Ranger, then dedicated himself to providing food and medical supplies to those suffering from violence in Syria.\u00a0\nWhile the United States and its international partners must stand strong against the brutality of ISIL, it is just as critical to remember the vital work that he was doing when captured.\u00a0 This brave Hoosier represents the best of our nation.\u00a0 He felt a strong connection with those suffering in Syria and risked his life to bring them some relief.\u00a0 His capture should reaffirm the importance of carrying on his effort to bring peace and comfort to those in need.\nI ask for continued prayers and support for the Kassig family during this painful time.\u00a0 As a community we must respect their privacy and keep them in our thoughts during the trying days ahead.\n\u00a0\nRegards,", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-news-of-isil-hostage-hoosier-peter-kassig", "Carson Statement on News of ISIL Hostage, Hoosier, Peter Kassig", "2014-10-03", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement tonight regarding the news of ISIL hostage, Hoosier, Peter Kassig.\n\u201cTonight I encourage my fellow Hoosiers\u00a0and Americans to join me in praying for Peter Kassig and his family during this unbelievably difficult time.\u00a0 No family should ever have to endure a tragedy like this.\u00a0 As a community we must respect their privacy and keep them in our thoughts during the trying days ahead.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/carson-statement-news-isil-hostage-hoosier-peter-kassig", "Carson Statement on News of ISIL Hostage, Hoosier, Peter Kassig", "2014-10-03", "2014", "2014-10", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement tonight regarding the news of ISIL hostage, Hoosier, Peter Kassig.\n\n\"Tonight I encourage my fellow Hoosiers and Americans to join me in praying for Peter Kassig and his family during this unbelievably difficult time. No family should ever have to endure a tragedy like this. As a community we must respect their privacy and keep them in our thoughts during the trying days ahead.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:40Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/visiting-washington-my-office-can-help", "Visiting Washington?  My Office Can Help", "2014-09-30", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nAre you planning a visit to Washington, D.C.? Whether you're coming on a short business trip or an extended family vacation, my office can help you make arrangements to see some of the most popular federal attractions in our nation's capital.\nBy filling out this form, my office can help you book tours to the White House, U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, State Department, Supreme Court, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and the Library of Congress. After submitting your tour request, you can expect to hear from my office within a couple of days.\nThese tours are an excellent way to see all that the nation's capital has to offer.\u00a0 All of these tours are free of charge. Tickets are provided to 7th Congressional District constituents on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the large number of visitors, please place your request as early as possible to maximize your chances.\nOf course, there are many other places in Washington, D.C. that you and your family may be interested in visiting. The links below have information on other popular sites located throughout the capital region.\nMount Vernon\nThe Smithsonian\nNational Mall and Memorial Parks\nAs always, please feel free to call or email my office if there is anything I can do for you.\nRegards,\nAndr\u00e9\n\u00a0\nVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility \n\u00a0\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\n\u00a0\nMonday, October 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration Ends  \n\tTuesday. November 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day\nYou can register to vote in Indiana by clicking here:\nhttps://indianavoters.in.gov/PublicSite/PublicMain.aspx", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/carson-statement-on-the-resignation-of-attorney-general-eric-holder", "Congressman Carson Statement on the Resignation of Attorney General Eric Holder", "2014-09-25", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement today after Attorney General Eric Holder announced he will depart the Justice Department once a successor is confirmed:\u00a0\n\u00a0\u201cI want to express my sincere gratitude to Attorney General Eric Holder for his remarkable tenure leading the Department of Justice.\u00a0 For nearly three decades, Attorney General Holder has dedicated his life and career working toward equal justice for all Americans.\u00a0 His efforts have challenged our country to look at recidivism rates and sentencing reform, the protection of voting rights and the importance of safeguarding civil rights for all Americans.\u00a0 I thank Attorney General Holder for his service, and I wish him and his wife Sharon the very best in the future.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-statement-resignation-attorney-general-eric-holder", "Congressman Carson Statement on the Resignation of Attorney General Eric Holder", "2014-09-25", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement today after Attorney General Eric Holder announced he will depart the Justice Department once a successor is confirmed:\n\n\"I want to express my sincere gratitude to Attorney General Eric Holder for his remarkable tenure leading the Department of Justice. For nearly three decades, Attorney General Holder has dedicated his life and career working toward equal justice for all Americans. His efforts have challenged our country to look at recidivism rates and sentencing reform, the protection of voting rights and the importance of safeguarding civil rights for all Americans. I thank Attorney General Holder for his service, and I wish him and his wife Sharon the very best in the future.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-volunteers-of-america-of-indiana-secure-one", "Congressman Carson helps Volunteers of America of Indiana secure one million dollar grant", "2014-09-24", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson announced that Volunteers of America of Indiana is the recipient of a one million dollar grant from the Department of Justice to help reduce recidivism rates across the state.\nThe funds will be used to fund mentoring for mothers and fathers that are within six months of release from a correctional facility.\u00a0 The goal is to reduce recidivism rates by providing mentoring that focuses on family reunification, employment and training and substance abuse treatment.\u00a0\nThe Department of Justice awarded grants in several categories; however, Volunteers of America of Indiana is the only recipient in the state to receive an award in the \u2018Comprehensive Community-Based Adult Reentry Program Utilizing Mentors\u2019 category.\n\u201cVolunteers of America has been a leader in providing innovative and effective services to the prison re-entry population since the early 1900's,\u201d \u00a0said Will Raihl, President/CEO of Volunteers of America of Indiana. \u00a0\u201cThis grant will allow Volunteers of America to continue the support and help we provide to this at-risk population.\u201d\nIn May, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson wrote a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder urging support for the grant and asking that Volunteers of America of Indiana receive the requested funding.\n\u201cBy securing one million dollars in federal funding, our state can better equip parents with the skills they need to be effective parents,\u201d said Carson.\u00a0 \u201cEveryone wins when families are able to succeed together.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-volunteers-america-indiana-secure-one-million-dollar", "Congressman Carson helps Volunteers of America of Indiana secure one million dollar grant", "2014-09-24", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson announced that Volunteers of America of Indiana is the recipient of a one million dollar grant from the Department of Justice to help reduce recidivism rates across the state.\n\nThe funds will be used to fund mentoring for mothers and fathers that are within six months of release from a correctional facility. The goal is to reduce recidivism rates by providing mentoring that focuses on family reunification, employment and training and substance abuse treatment.\n\nThe Department of Justice awarded grants in several categories; however, Volunteers of America of Indiana is the only recipient in the state to receive an award in the \u2018Comprehensive Community-Based Adult Reentry Program Utilizing Mentors' category.\n\n\"Volunteers of America has been a leader in providing innovative and effective services to the prison re-entry population since the early 1900's,\" said Will Raihl, President/CEO of Volunteers of America of Indiana. \"This grant will allow Volunteers of America to continue the support and help we provide to this at-risk population.\"\n\nIn May, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson wrote a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder urging support for the grant and asking that Volunteers of America of Indiana receive the requested funding.\n\n\"By securing one million dollars in federal funding, our state can better equip parents with the skills they need to be effective parents,\" said Carson. \"Everyone wins when families are able to succeed together.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/opportunity-for-our-students", "Opportunity for our Students", "2014-09-23", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nAs students and parents discuss their plans for this academic year, I want to tell you about a unique educational opportunity to develop physically, ethically and intellectually while building a foundation for a rewarding and challenging career while serving our country.\nOne of my favorite duties as a Member of Congress is nominating Indiana\u2019s best and brightest young men and women to our nation\u2019s service academies. These schools are the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.\nThese institutions provide a world-class college education while preparing young Americans to be officers in the United States military. Each academy provides education, room and board free of charge, instead obligating graduates to serve a term in active military service. While many graduates go on to hold high level military positions, others pursue successful careers in government, business, academia and countless other fields.\nPlease check my website for a comprehensive list of individual requirements, and contact information for staff members who can answer questions and assist with the application process.\nIf you know a highly motivated, well-rounded, successful student, please share this information with him or her, and with their family. The opportunity to attend a service academy and prepare for a career in the U.S. Armed Forces is an exceptional educational path for young people to explore. I\u2019m impressed by the outstanding group of applicants I meet each year during this process and I am very proud of Hoosiers who aspire to be America\u2019s future military leaders.\nRegards,\n  \n\tAndr\u00e9", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-anti-violence-grant-for-local-schools", "Congressman Carson helps secure anti-violence grant for local schools", "2014-09-18", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that Metropolitan School District in Pike Township was awarded nearly $1 million dollars over the course of the next five years to help prevent violence and reduce negative student behavior. The money is part of the Project Prevent grant program, a program aimed at expanding the capacity of local education agencies to more effectively assist affected schools in communities exposed to violence.\nIn June, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, on behalf of Metropolitan School District\u2019s \u00a0$998,573 award.\n\u201cBreaking the cycle of violence begins with our youth,\u201d said Carson.\u00a0 \u201cThis grant will provide funding for\u00a0 increased\u00a0 conflict resolution and counseling services\u00a0 that will help stop violence before it begins.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-anti-violence-grant-local-schools", "Congressman Carson helps secure anti-violence grant for local schools", "2014-09-18", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that Metropolitan School District in Pike Township was awarded nearly $1 million dollars over the course of the next five years to help prevent violence and reduce negative student behavior. The money is part of the Project Prevent grant program, a program aimed at expanding the capacity of local education agencies to more effectively assist affected schools in communities exposed to violence.\n\nIn June, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, on behalf of Metropolitan School District's $998,573 award.\n\n\"Breaking the cycle of violence begins with our youth,\" said Carson. \"This grant will provide funding for increased conflict resolution and counseling services that will help stop violence before it begins.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/web/20140918215533/http://visclosky.house.gov/opening-statement-honorable-peter-visclosky-ranking-member-defense-subcommittee-house-committee-1", "OPENING STATEMENT The Honorable Peter Visclosky Ranking Member, Defense Subcommittee House Committee on Appropriations", "2014-09-16", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "OPENING STATEMENT\nThe Honorable Peter Visclosky\nRanking Member, Defense Subcommittee\nHouse Committee on Appropriations\nH.J.Res. 124, the Fiscal Year 2015 Continuing Resolution, Floor Deliberation\nSeptember 16, 2014\nI thank Ranking Member Lowey for yielding me time.\u00a0\nDespite the strong leadership and very best efforts of the Chairman and Ranking Member, I am abjectly disappointed that we again find ourselves in the position of considering another Continuing Resolution.\u00a0 CRs are no way to run a nation.\u00a0 We cannot expect good government if we are incapable of providing appropriations in a timely and predictable manner.\u00a0\nAdditionally, I find it inexcusable that we have further muddled the debate surrounding the Continuing Resolution by pairing it with an amendment to provide authority for the U.S. military to train and assist the Syrian opposition forces.\u00a0\nI am greatly concerned about providing another authority for conducting military operations in the Middle East. \u00a0In letters to Congress, the President has cited the powers granted to him in Article II of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for some of the actions already taken to combat ISIL.\u00a0 In recent briefings and public statements, the Administration also indicates that the Authorized Use of Military Force (AUMF) resolutions passed in 2001 and 2002, in the immediate wake of 9/11, remain the legal foundation for current operations.\u00a0 However, these authorities were approved by the Congress in a different time, and for different conflicts, and with very different Members.\u00a0 For example, less than 35 percent of the Members of the current House served in 2001 and 2002.\u00a0 The time has come to rationalize authorities with the needs of the current conflict, and for the current legislative body to weigh in on this matter of war and peace, rather than rely on authorities intended for Saddam Hussein and Osama Bin Laden.\nAdditionally, I appreciate the President\u2019s honesty in pointing out that the effort to combat ISIL will extend into the next Administration.\u00a0 So why, after three years of civil war in Syria, are we including this authority in a Continuing Resolution that will be in effect for less than three months.\u00a0 Providing a fleeting authority for what we all anticipate will be a protracted effort is not sound policy in my opinion, especially as we will hit the replay button in December.\u00a0\nSimilarly, the Continuing Resolution is a stopgap appropriations measure, and the funding to sustain training and equipping of the Syrian opposition will expire in less than 90 days.\u00a0 Further, this approach fails to take into consideration the long term financial costs of conducting this mission, which has been estimated to cost upwards of $500 million a year.\nI believe there is an inherent flaw in this strategy: training and equipping non-state actors as the main effort in combating a threat to the region and our national security.\u00a0 The United States invested lives and innumerable injuries, as well as a great deal of national treasure, to train and equip the Iraqi Army, only to see the resolve of that professional force collapse in the midst of serious conflict.\u00a0 Why then do we expect the next force we train to behave differently? \u00a0We must also ask ourselves if we can truly \u201cvet\u201d these rebel groups beyond their known affiliations, and ensure we are not arming the next extremist threat to the region, and the world.\nI would note that recently, some of our allies and partners in the region have made commitments of equipment, training areas, and financial resources.\u00a0 I believe far more will ultimately be required of them, including leadership and troops of their own, to truly degrade and defeat ISIL. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\nFinally, in briefing members of Congress over the past several days, officials from DoD, the Intelligence Community, and the National Security Council Staff expressed the view that defense and intelligence activities in the region are complementary.\u00a0 I remain unconvinced these activities are fully coordinated.\nThe task of fighting ISIL is complicated.\u00a0 I am gravely concerned with the complexities we face while ensuring the safety of our forces. \u00a0It is for these reasons that I am opposed to the amendment that will be offered by Chairman McKeon. \u00a0\u00a0\n\u00a0I yield back the balance of my time.\u00a0\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-2-million-tiger-grant-for-indianapolis", "Congressman Carson helps secure $2 million TIGER grant for Indianapolis", "2014-09-12", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) announced that Indianapolis is the recipient of a $2 million Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant.\u00a0 \nThis grant will be used to assist IndyGo and the City of Indianapolis with the next phases of development, environmental analysis and preliminary engineering for the city\u2019s Red Line.\u00a0 This 28-mile transit spine is planned to run from Grand Park in Westfield through downtown Indianapolis to Old Town Greenwood, increasing transit options for Central Indiana residents.\u00a0 \nAdditionally, the planning grant will look at vastly improving local bus service, by adding express and circular routes to growing suburban areas, in addition to five new rapid transit lines. \n\u201cBy securing over $2 million federal dollars, Indianapolis will get a head start in expanding transit options for Central Indiana residents,\u201d said Carson.\u00a0 \u201cThis investment is critical to ensuring that our public transportation system expands and improves in the years to come.\u201d \nTIGER grants began in 2009 to help cities invest in road, rail, transit and port projects that promise to achieve national objectives.\u00a0 This year, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson sent appropriators a letter of support urging them to continue funding the program, as well as, Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, in support of Indianapolis\u2019 grant application.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-helps-secure-2-million-tiger-grant-indianapolis", "Congressman Carson helps secure $2 million TIGER grant for Indianapolis", "2014-09-12", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) announced that Indianapolis is the recipient of a $2 million Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant.\n\nThis grant will be used to assist IndyGo and the City of Indianapolis with the next phases of development, environmental analysis and preliminary engineering for the city's Red Line. This 28-mile transit spine is planned to run from Grand Park in Westfield through downtown Indianapolis to Old Town Greenwood, increasing transit options for Central Indiana residents.\n\nAdditionally, the planning grant will look at vastly improving local bus service, by adding express and circular routes to growing suburban areas, in addition to five new rapid transit lines.\n\n\"By securing over $2 million federal dollars, Indianapolis will get a head start in expanding transit options for Central Indiana residents,\" said Carson. \"This investment is critical to ensuring that our public transportation system expands and improves in the years to come.\"\n\nTIGER grants began in 2009 to help cities invest in road, rail, transit and port projects that promise to achieve national objectives. This year, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson sent appropriators a letter of support urging them to continue funding the program, as well as, Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, in support of Indianapolis' grant application.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carsons-statement-on-president-obamas-address-on-the-threat", "Congressman Carson's statement on President Obama's address on the threat posed by ISIL", "2014-09-10", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement following tonight\u2019s Presidential address. \n\u00a0\n\u201cTonight, the President addressed the continued advancement of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).\u00a0 The unprecedented gains ISIL is making in Iraq and Syria threaten to destabilize more than just the region.\u00a0 By capturing major cities, sophisticated weaponry, oil fields and other forms of financing, ISIL has the resources to pose a real threat to our national security.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\n\u201cI stand by the President\u2019s decision to work with our allies and expand support for the Iraqi military and Syrian rebels.\u00a0 By providing training to the rebels and air strike support in Iraq, the United States and our allies can significantly degrade ISIL.\u00a0 \n\u00a0\n\u201cI will be keeping in close contact with the White House.\u00a0 If the President intends to extend this campaign beyond what he has outlined tonight, he has an obligation to come before Congress for proper authorization.\u00a0 After more than a decade of war, the American people are not prepared for another prolonged conflict.\u00a0 I will hesitate to provide any additional authorization without significant consultation.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carsons-statement-president-obamas-address-threat-posed-isil", "Congressman Carson's statement on President Obama's address on the threat posed by ISIL", "2014-09-10", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement following tonight's Presidential address.\n\n\"Tonight, the President addressed the continued advancement of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). The unprecedented gains ISIL is making in Iraq and Syria threaten to destabilize more than just the region. By capturing major cities, sophisticated weaponry, oil fields and other forms of financing, ISIL has the resources to pose a real threat to our national security.\n\n\"I stand by the President's decision to work with our allies and expand support for the Iraqi military and Syrian rebels. By providing training to the rebels and air strike support in Iraq, the United States and our allies can significantly degrade ISIL.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/improving-indianas-infrastructure", "Improving Indiana's Infrastructure", "2014-09-09", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend:\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLast week, I spent the day with U.S. Department of Labor Secretary, Thomas Perez, during his trip to Indianapolis. Our visit included a stop to Indy\u2019s south side where construction is taking place on the 465-65 interchange.\u00a0 There, we met with carpenters, labor leaders, and officials from Walsh Construction Company to learn about the project. As a member of the Transportation Committee in Congress, I fight hard to ensure Indiana receives critical funding for its infrastructure - including transit, aviation, rail and highway projects like the 465-65 interchange.\u00a0 These decisions result in jobs for thousands of Hoosiers and millions of dollars in commerce, both from construction and from transportation of goods.While I am pleased to announce the 465-65 interchange will be completed in November, I know that too many of our country\u2019s roads remain in poor condition.\u00a0 One in four bridges require significant repair or cannot handle today\u2019s traffic, while sixty five percent of America\u2019s major roads are rated in less than good condition.\u00a0 What our country needs is a long-term transportation bill that addresses our country\u2019s crumbling infrastructure.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRecently, I signed onto a letter asking the leadership in Congress to bring a long-term transportation funding bill to the floor for a vote.\u00a0 Our country is long overdue for a safer, more modern transportation system.I take great pride in knowing that my work on the Transportation Committee is making a direct impact on the 7th District.\u00a0\u00a0 If you are interested in more information about my work in Washington or if there is anything I can do for you, please contact my office.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAndr\u00e9\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVoting: Our Right, Our Responsibility\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOctober 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration EndsNovember 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-recognizes-rolls-royce-for-its-work-with-the-us-air", "Congressman Carson recognizes Rolls-Royce for its work with the U.S. Air Force", "2014-09-05", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS\u2014 This morning, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) along with Northrop Grumman Corporation, recognized Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis for its support of the U.S. Air Force Global Hawk Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program.\nThe Global Hawk is a high-altitude, long endurance unmanned aircraft that provides intelligence and surveillance capabilities for the U.S. Air Force. \u00a0Each aircraft is powered by a single Rolls-Royce AE 3007H, an engine manufactured in Indianapolis.\n\u201cHoosier hard work and ingenuity has been key to Global Hawk\u2019s success, said Carson.\u00a0 \u201cEach engine is designed, developed, and manufactured right here in Indianapolis, leading to better intelligence for our warfighters.\u201d\n\u00a0\nThis is the second year that\u00a0\u00a0Rolls-Royce is being recognized with the \u201cSupport to Roche Sustainment Excellence Award,\u201d for their outstanding performance in the Global Hawk fleet.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-recognizes-rolls-royce-its-work-us-air-force", "Congressman Carson recognizes Rolls-Royce for its work with the U.S. Air Force", "2014-09-05", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS\u2014 This morning, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) along with Northrop Grumman Corporation, recognized Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis for its support of the U.S. Air Force Global Hawk Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program.\n\nThe Global Hawk is a high-altitude, long endurance unmanned aircraft that provides intelligence and surveillance capabilities for the U.S. Air Force. Each aircraft is powered by a single Rolls-Royce AE 3007H, an engine manufactured in Indianapolis.\n\n\"Hoosier hard work and ingenuity has been key to Global Hawk's success, said Carson. \"Each engine is designed, developed, and manufactured right here in Indianapolis, leading to better intelligence for our warfighters.\"\n\nThis is the second year that Rolls-Royce is being recognized with the \"Support to Roche Sustainment Excellence Award,\" for their outstanding performance in the Global Hawk fleet.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-andr-carson-to-join-us-labor-secretary-perez-and-sen", "Congressman Andr Carson to join US Labor Secretary Perez and Sen. Donnelly to discuss Indianapolis successful workforce development programs", "2014-09-03", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 \u00a0Congressman Andr\u0117 Carson, (IN \u2013 07), U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez, and U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly will visit Pike High School in Indianapolis, a recent Youth CareerConnect grantee,Wednesday, Sept. 3, to see first-hand how students are receiving the skills they need for in-demand jobs. Youth CareerConnect encourages America\u2019s school districts, institutions of higher education, the workforce investment system and their partners to combine rigorous educational standards with work experiences and skills in ways that enhance instruction and deliver real-world learning opportunities for students.\n\u00a0\nCongressman Carson, Secretary Perez and Senator Donnelly will then have lunch with workers, AFL-CIO leadership and management from Walsh Construction Co. to discuss workforce development and job training.\n\u00a0\nTo conclude, Congressman Carson, Secretary Perez and Senator Donnelly will visit Allison Transmission, where they will work alongside Hoosiers on the plant floor. This visit will highlight the successful partnership between Allison Transmission and the local workforce in order to fill high-skilled jobs in advanced manufacturing.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andre-carson-join-us-labor-secretary-perez-and-sen-donnelly", "Congressman Andr\u0117 Carson to join US Labor Secretary Perez and Sen. Donnelly to discuss Indianapolis\u2019 successful workforce development programs", "2014-09-03", "2014", "2014-09", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 Congressman Andr\u0117 Carson, (IN \u2013 07), U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez, and U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly will visit Pike High School in Indianapolis, a recent Youth CareerConnect grantee,Wednesday, Sept. 3, to see first-hand how students are receiving the skills they need for in-demand jobs. Youth CareerConnect encourages America's school districts, institutions of higher education, the workforce investment system and their partners to combine rigorous educational standards with work experiences and skills in ways that enhance instruction and deliver real-world learning opportunities for students.\n\nCongressman Carson, Secretary Perez and Senator Donnelly will then have lunch with workers, AFL-CIO leadership and management from Walsh Construction Co. to discuss workforce development and job training.\n\nTo conclude, Congressman Carson, Secretary Perez and Senator Donnelly will visit Allison Transmission, where they will work alongside Hoosiers on the plant floor. This visit will highlight the successful partnership between Allison Transmission and the local workforce in order to fill high-skilled jobs in advanced manufacturing.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:16Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-andr-carsons-statement-in-response-to-todays-funeral-for", "Congressman Andr Carson's statement in response to today's funeral for Michael Brown", "2014-08-25", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "\"Today, as we honor the life of Michael Brown, we must also think about ways to prevent such a tragedy from ever happening again. Like many Americans, I am saddened and frustrated by a criminal justice system that too often fails people of color.\u00a0 \"It is my hope that in the wake of this life cut too short, our country can address the injustices that continue to exist in our communities today. I am committed to working with my colleagues to find common sense solutions to ensure a more tolerant and just society.\"\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andre-carsons-statement-response-todays-funeral-michael-brown", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson's statement in response to today's funeral for Michael Brown", "2014-08-25", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\"Today, as we honor the life of Michael Brown, we must also think about ways to prevent such a tragedy from ever happening again. Like many Americans, I am saddened and frustrated by a criminal justice system that too often fails people of color.\n\n\"It is my hope that in the wake of this life cut too short, our country can address the injustices that continue to exist in our communities today. I am committed to working with my colleagues to find common sense solutions to ensure a more tolerant and just society.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:43:06Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/homes-for-our-heroes", "Homes for our Heroes", "2014-08-20", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nOur men and women in uniform risk their lives to protect the freedoms we all hold dear. Tragically, after returning to civilian life, far too many brave Hoosier veterans fall into homelessness, living on the street or in a shelter. Fortunately, a program in Marion County is working to change that. \u00a0This week, I was honored to team up with the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis to let local veterans know about affordable home ownership opportunities. \u00a0\nWith the help of donors and volunteers, veterans can own a Habitat home for an average mortgage of $400.00 a month depending on the size of the house. \u00a0I can\u2019t think of a better way to say thank you to a service member than providing them with affordable housing. \u00a0\nPlease share this information with your family and friends, as well as in your neighborhood.\nTo learn more about this program, click here: https://www.indyhabitat.org/\nSincerely,\n\u00a0\nInside Scoop: \u00a0\nICYMI\nLast week, I issued a statement in response to the tragic events taking place in Ferguson, Missouri. \u00a0\n\u201cIt is my hope that as the family of Michael Brown comes to terms with their terrible loss, communities across America will honor his memory by ensuring our country\u2019s children of color are protected equally under the law. I know the struggle for peace and justice matters to every American, just as it does to the community of Ferguson. \u00a0As a former police officer, I also know that law enforcement is supposed to protect and serve, not intimidate and assault. \u00a0Our nation has a rich history of peaceful protests to advance civil and human rights\u2014these voices are too valuable to be silenced by violence and the use of unnecessary and excessive force.\u201d\nVoting: Our Right, Our Responsibility\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\nOctober 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration Ends\u00a0\nNovember 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/protecting-voting-rights", "Protecting Voting Rights", "2014-08-20", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\n\tThis month we celebrate the 49th\u00a0anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, landmark legislation that helped eliminate discriminatory voting practices, and supported our country\u2019s promise that everyone, no matter their race, has the right to vote.\u00a0 However, last year, the Supreme Court struck down part of this important legislation, leaving Congress to come up with an amended law.\n\tIn an effort to address the Supreme Court\u2019s damaging decision and reinstate the benefits of the Voting Rights Act, I am pleased to support the Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2014 (H.R. 3899). This bill updates the provisions struck down by the Court and ensures that the constitutional right to vote continues to be protected for all Americans. \u00a0\u00a0\n\tOur right to vote is the very basis of our democracy and the reason our nation continues to flourish.\u00a0Every American has an obligation to protect this right for our fellow citizens.\u00a0 I will continue to support legislation that reinforces voting rights and opportunities and hope you will join me in this cause.\u00a0\n\tAs always, please feel free to call or email my office if there is anything I can do for you.\n\tRegards,\n\tRep. Carson\n\t\u00a0\n\tInside Scoop:\n\tCentral Indiana Job Fair Wrap-up\n\tThank you to everyone who helped make the 5th\u00a0Annual Central Indiana Job Fair a huge success.\u00a0 With the help of Ivy Tech Community College,\u00a01,280\u00a0Hoosiers seeking jobs were able to meet with 78 employers from across Central Indiana.\u00a0 If you have a success story or a great photo from this or any other of my job fairs, I would love to hear from you!\n\tPlease email:\u00a0jessica.gail@mail.house.gov\n\t\u00a0\n\tVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility\u00a0\n\tOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\n\tOctober 6, 2014\u00a0\u2013 Voter Registration Ends\u00a0  November 4, 2014\u00a0\u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-announces-students-who-have-completed-internship-program", "Visclosky announces students who have completed internship program", "2014-08-20", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Michael A. Peterson of Highland completes Visclosky internship\nU.S.\u00a0 Congressman Peter J. Visclosky announced today that Highland resident Michael A. Peterson completed a summer internship at his Merrillville district office.\u00a0 Michael is entering his senior year at Valparaiso University.\u00a0\nPeterson is President of the Valparaiso University College Democrats, Vice-President of the Valparaiso University Model UN Club, and Vice-President of the Valparaiso University Red Cross Club.\u00a0 Peterson is also a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society and the Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Science Honor Society.\n\u201cInterning with Congressman Visclosky in both Washington, D.C., and the district office has been a truly enjoyable experience.\u00a0 I have learned about the legislative process and have gained a better understanding of the First Congressional District.\u00a0 It was a pleasure serving the citizens of the Northwest Indiana,\u201d said Peterson.\n\u00a0\u201cI appreciate Michael\u2019s willingness to take on the responsibility of serving as an intern in my Congressional office.\u201d Congressman Visclosky said. \u201cThroughout his internship, Michael\u2019s attitude and high standards were a strong asset to my office, and I know these attributes will serve him well in the future.\u201d\nCongressman Visclosky offers internships in his district and Washington, D.C., offices throughout the year.\u00a0 Intern applicants must be enrolled in high school or college, be eligible to receive school or service organization credit, and are encouraged to have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Visit https://visclosky.house.gov/serving-you/internships for more information.\n###\nMelissa A. Borom of Merrillville completes Visclosky internship\nU.S.\u00a0 Congressman Peter J. Visclosky announced today that Merrillville resident Melissa A. Borom completed a summer internship at his Merrillville district office.\u00a0 Melissa is entering her second year at Valparaiso University Law School.\u00a0 Borom will graduate from Valparaiso Law School with the Class of 2016.\u00a0\nBorom\u2019s favorite quote during her internship was: \u201cIf you intend on being a part of anything, you must first commit.\u201d\n\u201cWorking in Congressman Visclosky\u2019s office has been an exuberant experience, and seeing the level of commitment that this office has shown is astonishing.\u00a0 It is great to know that Congressman Visclosky\u2019s core purpose is serving the residents of the First Congressional District,\u201d said Borom.\u00a0\n\u201cI appreciate Melissa\u2019s work in my Merrillville office this summer,\u201d Congressman Visclosky said.\u00a0 \u201cMelissa proved to be a valuable asset while working as a press intern, and I\u2019m thankful that she had the willingness to serve in this capacity. Her dedication to helping others is commendable, and I hope that her experience in our office will serve her well in graduate school and beyond.\u201d\nCongressman Visclosky offers internships in his district and Washington, D.C., offices throughout the year.\u00a0 Intern applicants must be enrolled in high school or college, be eligible to receive school or service organization credit, and are encouraged to have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Visit https://visclosky.house.gov/serving-you/internships for more information.\n###\n\u00a0\nAlexander Wisniewski of Munster completes Visclosky internship\nU.S.\u00a0 Congressman Peter J. Visclosky announced today that Munster resident Alexander (Alex) Wisniewski completed a summer internship at his Merrillville district office.\u00a0 Alex is entering his senior year at Munster High School.\u00a0\nWisniewski is an active member of the Munster High School DECA, We the People, as well as the Speech and Debate Team.\u00a0 He plans on pursuing a degree in business in college and eventually a law degree.\n\u201cThis internship has been more than a 9-5 job.\u00a0 This internship has taught me numerous life lessons.\u00a0 I am grateful for the opportunity to work in Congressman Visclosky\u2019s office,\u201d said Wisniewski.\n\u201cI appreciate Alex\u2019s commitment to public service through his participation in my office\u2019s internship program,\u201d said Congressman Visclosky. \u201cAlex proved to be a valuable asset in our day-to-day operations, and\u00a0 I wish him continued success in all of his future endeavors.\u201d\nCongressman Visclosky offers internships in his district and Washington, D.C., offices throughout the year.\u00a0 Intern applicants must be enrolled in high school or college, be eligible to receive school or service organization credit, and are encouraged to have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Visit https://visclosky.house.gov/serving-you/internships for more information.\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/bringing-jobs-to-hoosiers", "Bringing Jobs to Hoosiers", "2014-08-04", "2014", "2014-08", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\nHelping to create jobs and put people back to work remains my top priority in Congress.\u00a0 That's why I'd like to invite you, your family, and friends to my fifth annual job fair on August 6th in Indianapolis.\u00a0 Whether you're looking for a job, interested in a career change or need some feedback on your resume I hope you will join us.\n  \n\tClick here to learn more about the job fair and to preview a list of some of this year\u2019s employers\nHere are the details:\nWhat:\u00a0Congressman Carson\u2019s 5th\u00a0Annual Job Fair  When:\u00a0Wednesday, August 6, 2014\u00a0  \n\t9 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. Where:\u00a0Ivy Tech Corporate College & Culinary Center  \n\t2820 N. Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46208 \u00a0\nPlease feel free to forward this to anyone you think may be interested in attending as well!\u00a0 I hope to see you there!\n\u00a0\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-announces-award-schererville-park-board", "Visclosky Announces Award for Schererville Park Board", "2014-07-31", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "$200,000 to be for used for the development of Teibel Nature Park\nMerrillville, IN- Congressman Pete Visclosky announced that the Indiana Department of Natural Resources has been awarded a $200,000 grant through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program.\u00a0 This grant will be allocated to the Schererville Park Board for the development of Teibel Nature Park.\n\u201cThe awarding of the LWCF grant will enhance the quality of life for all residents by providing the Schererville Park Board funding to begin the initial development of the Teibel Nature Preserve into a public park that promotes passive recreation through natural resource preservation and management,\u201d said Superintendent of Parks John Novacich.\u00a0\nThe grant will provide funding for the Schererville Park Board to help secure 40 acres of additional land, which will be used to develop a picnic area, playground, trail, and additional parking.\nVisclosky highlighted the importance of the grant to the region, saying, \u201cPublic parks are some of our most precious resources. They are tremendously important to the quality of life of the residents of Northwest Indiana and promote community development.\u00a0 I congratulate the Schererville Park Board and Schererville Town Council for successfully securing this grant to aid in the development of Teibel Nature Preserve.\u201d\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-announces-website-photo-contest", "Congressman Carson Announces Website Photo Contest", "2014-07-24", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson is inviting residents and visitors to capture the beauty and uniqueness of Indianapolis by taking part in an online photo contest. Winners will have their submitted photo featured on Congressman Carson\u2019s permanent website for the remainder of the year.\nHOW TO ENTER\nEntries must be sent to\u00a0indyphoto@mail.house.gov\u00a0by 6 p.m. on August 1.\u00a0 An entry email must include the contestant\u2019s name, email address, and where the photo was taken.\u00a0 Entries should also include the date the photo was taken and a brief photo caption.\u00a0 Higher resolution photos are preferred.\nAfter the deadline photos will be posted on Congressman Carson\u2019s official Facebook page. The photo with the most Facebook \u2018likes\u2019, will be winner.\nGUIDELINES Any resident or visitor to the Seventh Congressional District of Indiana may submit photos. All photos must be original and taken in the Seventh Congressional District (for a map, please visit https://carson.house.gov/our-district). If the photo contains an image of a person, you must obtain that person\u2019s permission to have the photo published. By entering this contest, you also agree that the photo may be published royalty free in any communication by Congressman Carson\u2019s office.\u00a0 Congressman Carson\u2019s office reserves the right to reject entries that are offensive, in poor taste, inappropriate for public display or do not meet eligibility criteria.\nIf you have any questions, please contact Congressman Carson\u2019s office at 202-225-4011.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-announces-website-photo-contest", "Congressman Carson Announces Website Photo Contest", "2014-07-24", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson is inviting residents and visitors to capture the beauty and uniqueness of Indianapolis by taking part in an online photo contest. Winners will have their submitted photo featured on Congressman Carson's permanent website for the remainder of the year.\n\nHOW TO ENTER\n\nEntries must be sent to indyphoto@mail.house.gov by 6 p.m. on August 1. An entry email must include the contestant's name, email address, and where the photo was taken. Entries should also include the date the photo was taken and a brief photo caption. Higher resolution photos are preferred.\n\nAfter the deadline photos will be posted on Congressman Carson's official Facebook page. The photo with the most Facebook \u2018likes', will be winner.\n\nGUIDELINES\n\nAny resident or visitor to the Seventh Congressional District of Indiana may submit photos. All photos must be original and taken in the Seventh Congressional District (for a map, please visit /our-district). If the photo contains an image of a person, you must obtain that person's permission to have the photo published. By entering this contest, you also agree that the photo may be published royalty free in any communication by Congressman Carson's office. Congressman Carson's office reserves the right to reject entries that are offensive, in poor taste, inappropriate for public display or do not meet eligibility criteria.\n\nIf you have any questions, please contact Congressman Carson's office at 202-225-4011.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-statement-on-the-crisis-in-israel-and-the-gaza-strip", "Congressman Carson statement on the crisis in Israel and the Gaza Strip", "2014-07-21", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Carson issued the following statement in response to the ongoing crisis in Israel and the Gaza Strip.\n\u201cWhat started with the tragic death of three Israeli and one Palestinian teenager a few weeks ago has now led to hundreds of deaths.\u00a0 Sadly, the continued failure of Israel and Hamas to reach a ceasefire agreement has been a significant setback that has resulted in further loss of life.\n\u201cSince the start of this conflict, both sides have become increasingly entrenched. Escalating rocket fire and a ground offensive are putting a far greater number of lives at risk.\u00a0 This is why it is so imperative that Hamas stop launching rockets and Israel withdraw from Gaza immediately.\n\u201cFor its part, the United States should do everything it can to end this conflict diplomatically.\u00a0 We must make clear that indiscriminate targeting that puts innocent civilians in danger is unacceptable and must be avoided at all costs. As I wrote to the President previously, the welfare of innocent civilians must be addressed and promoted.\u00a0\u00a0 Both Israel and Hamas must be encouraged to show restraint, allow tensions to subside and come together to reach a ceasefire agreement.\u00a0 This is the only way a lasting peace will be achieved and negotiators can return to negotiating a long overdue two-state solution.\n\u201cIsraelis and Palestinians desire to live in peace, without the tensions that dominate their politics and the devastation it so regularly causes.\u00a0 This is not the time for blame or retribution.\u00a0 It is time to set aside political considerations and find a way to reach peace for millions who truly want it.\u201d\n\u00a0\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/looking-for-a-job", "Looking for a Job?", "2014-07-21", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Dear Friend,\u00a0\nFar too many Hoosiers suffer the financial and emotional strains of unemployment or underemployment. Creating new jobs and protecting existing American jobs is my number one priority in Congress. I am doing everything I can to connect job seekers with companies that are currently hiring. That\u2019s why I am hosting my annual Central Indiana Job Fair in cooperation with Ivy Tech Community College again this year.\nThis event will take place on\u00a0Wednesday, August 6th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ivy Tech\u2019s Corporate College and Culinary Center (2820 N. Meridian Street). The job fair will provide attendees with an opportunity to speak with a diverse group of companies from various sectors that are looking to hire new employees here in Central Indiana.\nFor more information about the job fair please click\u00a0here.\nAs always, please feel free to call or email my office if there is anything I can do for you.\n\u00a0\nSincerely,\nAndr\u00e9\n Inside Scoop \nHelping Cut Red Tape\nMy office is here to help if you or your family needs assistance working with a federal agency. \u00a0Recently, we were able to help Scott and Amy of Indianapolis reclaim their educational credit after the IRS sent them a letter stating their educational credit from 2010 was denied. \u00a0\u00a0The letter also indicated the couple\u2019s 2013 return was being withheld in order to pay back the credit erroneously claimed.\u00a0 Amy and Scott have both been in school since 2010 and believed they justly claimed the educational credit.\u00a0 My office was able to work with IRS to get the proof needed to apply the educational\u00a0credit.\u00a0 The IRS has already begun the process of issuing a refund to Amy and Scott.\u00a0 \u00a0The couple will receive $3,700 in four to six weeks!\n\u00a0\nVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:\nOctober 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration Ends\u00a0  November 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-statement-crisis-israel-and-gaza-strip", "Congressman Carson statement on the crisis in Israel and the Gaza Strip", "2014-07-21", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Carson issued the following statement in response to the ongoing crisis in Israel and the Gaza Strip.\n\n\"What started with the tragic death of three Israeli and one Palestinian teenager a few weeks ago has now led to hundreds of deaths. Sadly, the continued failure of Israel and Hamas to reach a ceasefire agreement has been a significant setback that has resulted in further loss of life.\n\n\"Since the start of this conflict, both sides have become increasingly entrenched. Escalating rocket fire and a ground offensive are putting a far greater number of lives at risk. This is why it is so imperative that Hamas stop launching rockets and Israel withdraw from Gaza immediately.\n\n\"For its part, the United States should do everything it can to end this conflict diplomatically. We must make clear that indiscriminate targeting that puts innocent civilians in danger is unacceptable and must be avoided at all costs. As I wrote to the President previously, the welfare of innocent civilians must be addressed and promoted. Both Israel and Hamas must be encouraged to show restraint, allow tensions to subside and come together to reach a ceasefire agreement. This is the only way a lasting peace will be achieved and negotiators can return to negotiating a long overdue two-state solution.\n\n\"Israelis and Palestinians desire to live in peace, without the tensions that dominate their politics and the devastation it so regularly causes. This is not the time for blame or retribution. It is time to set aside political considerations and find a way to reach peace for millions who truly want it.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-announces-award-cedar-lake-volunteer-fire-department", "Visclosky Announces Award for Cedar Lake Volunteer Fire Department", "2014-07-17", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "$ 58,247 to be used for Protective Equipment and Training\nMerrillville, IN- Congressman Pete Visclosky announced that the Cedar Lake Volunteer Fire Department has been award a $58,247 grant under the Federal Emergency Management Agency\u2019s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\u00a0\n\u00a0\n\u201cThis much needed grant funding comes to us at a perfect time.\u00a0 Our department desperately needs updated equipment including new turnout gear.\u00a0 We are grateful to Congressman Visclosky for his efforts in helping our department secure this funding,\u201d said Fire Chief Todd Wilkening.\u00a0\n\u201cWe depend on our first responders and public safety personnel to keep us safe, and in return we must provide these public servants with the best possible protective equipment available. I thank the Cedar Lake Volunteer Fire Department for their hard work and due diligence in securing this grant,\u201d Congressman Visclosky said. \u00a0\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-to-holder-we-need-answers-on-government-monitoring", "Congressman Carson to Holder: We Need Answers on Government Monitoring", "2014-07-15", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Congressman Carson to Holder: We Need Answers on Government Monitoring\nWASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) and Congressman Keith Ellison (MN-05) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, calling for specific details about the federal government\u2019s monitoring of the communications of American citizens.\nLast week, a report by The Intercept exposed that the federal government has been monitoring Muslim Americans, including five prominent individuals highlighted in the article.\n\u201cAs one of two Muslims in Congress and a former Homeland Security official who worked in counterterrorism, I understand the importance of monitoring potential threats,\u201d Carson said.\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cHowever, I am deeply concerned that our government may have been spying on American citizens simply based on their religious affiliation.\u201d\nThe letter is asking the Department of Justice, Director of National Intelligence, National Security Agency and Federal Bureau of Investigation to provide a briefing about the nature of this surveillance program, the types of communications monitored, the number of Americans affected, the criteria used for their selection, and how religion or other First Amendment protected rights were factored into surveillance determinations.\u00a0 In addition, it asks for information on any specific threats which may have been intercepted or countered using intelligence gathered through these methods and any similar programs that have yet to be disclosed.\n\u201cI am committed to ensuring that the civil liberties of all Americans are protected and no one is profiled based on their race, religion, ethnicity, or political activity,\u201d Carson said.\u00a0 \u201cThe information we are requesting is critical to ensure we can properly oversee our intelligence community and ensure they are not violating the basic rights of the American public.\u201d\nTo read a copy of the letter sent to Secretary Holder, click here", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-testifies-international-trade-commission-protecting-steel-jobs", "Visclosky Testifies before the International Trade Commission on enforcing our trade laws", "2014-07-15", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Testimony\nCongressman Peter J. Visclosky\nInternational Trade Commission\nHearing on Certain Oil Country Tubular Goods from\nIndia, Korea, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan,\nThailand, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam\nJuly 15, 2014\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I would like to thank Chairman Broadbent, Vice Chairman Pinkert, and all of the members of the Commission for the opportunity to present testimony as part of today\u2019s critical hearing on oil country tubular goods.\u00a0 I think that there is no higher priority for our domestic steel industry today than the enforcement of our trade laws, so I thank you and your staff for your diligence and commitment to that end.\u00a0\nIt does not get more serious for our steel industry than today\u2019s case.\u00a0 U.S. Steel has recently closed plants in Pennsylvania and Texas, and steelworker jobs across the country are threatened by the influx of cheap imports.\u00a0 We must take a stand today and tell countries around the world that we do not allow steel to be dumped here.\nAs you may be aware, this past month, Congressional Steel Caucus Chairman Murphy and I coordinated a letter to the Department of Commerce, and this letter expressed our concerns regarding their preliminary determination specific to Korea.\u00a0 I would point out that 155 Members of Congress, over a third of the House of Representatives, signed this letter.\u00a0 The letter reminded the Department of Commerce that imports of oil country tubular goods have doubled since 2008, and have increased by 61 percent thus far in 2014 compared to the previous year.\u00a0 The letter also noted that 8,000 workers across the country make OCTG products, and that each of these jobs supports seven additional jobs in the supply chain.\nThe Senate has also been vocal on this issue, with 57 Senators sending a similar letter to the Department of Commerce.\u00a0 Additionally, I have received over 500 e-mails from constituents with the subject line reading \u201cSave Our Steel Jobs.\u201d\u00a0 I think that the message is clear from steel companies, steelworkers, and members of the House and Senate: this case is critical to the future of the American steel industry, and we must take action to defend these workers from illegal trade.\u00a0\nDuring my testimony before you this past May in the case regarding welded stainless pressure pipe from Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, I noted that I had been vocal before this Commission regarding the same product, and that was during a 2009 case involving China.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the circumstances today are identical.\u00a0 On December 1, 2009, I testified before this Commission regarding anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on oil country tubular goods from China.\u00a0 I am pleased that we were successful in that case and that it resulted in a significant decrease in Chinese imports.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the countries involved in today\u2019s case seized on that opportunity and began dumping their OCTG products in our country.\u00a0 Our trade remedies are effective, but we are creating a dangerous trend where protections against one country are leading to an invitation for other countries to exploit our market.\u00a0 We cannot allow this trend to continue.\u00a0 All countries must know that all illegal trade will result in swift and just enforcement of our trade laws, and we must make that statement in today\u2019s case.\nThis past week, the Department of Commerce ruled in their final determination of this case that the there were positive anti-dumping margins for all of the countries involved, including up to 15.75 percent for Korea, 35.86 percent for Turkey, 111.47 percent for Vietnam, and 118.32 percent for Thailand.\u00a0 The Department of Commerce also ruled in their final determination that countervailing duty margins were up to 19.11 percent for India and 15.89 percent for Turkey.\nMembers of the Commission, I thank you again for the opportunity to be a part of today\u2019s hearing.\u00a0 I appreciate your thorough consideration of this case, and urge you to fully enforce our trade laws and issue an affirmative final determination. \u00a0\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-holder-we-need-answers-government-monitoring", "Congressman Carson to Holder: We Need Answers on Government Monitoring", "2014-07-15", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) and Congressman Keith Ellison (MN-05) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, calling for specific details about the federal government's monitoring of the communications of American citizens.\n\nLast week, a report by The Intercept exposed that the federal government has been monitoring Muslim Americans, including five prominent individuals highlighted in the article.\n\n\"As one of two Muslims in Congress and a former Homeland Security official who worked in counterterrorism, I understand the importance of monitoring potential threats,\" Carson said. \"However, I am deeply concerned that our government may have been spying on American citizens simply based on their religious affiliation.\"\n\nThe letter is asking the Department of Justice, Director of National Intelligence, National Security Agency and Federal Bureau of Investigation to provide a briefing about the nature of this surveillance program, the types of communications monitored, the number of Americans affected, the criteria used for their selection, and how religion or other First Amendment protected rights were factored into surveillance determinations. In addition, it asks for information on any specific threats which may have been intercepted or countered using intelligence gathered through these methods and any similar programs that have yet to be disclosed.\n\n\"I am committed to ensuring that the civil liberties of all Americans are protected and no one is profiled based on their race, religion, ethnicity, or political activity,\" Carson said. \"The information we are requesting is critical to ensure we can properly oversee our intelligence community and ensure they are not violating the basic rights of the American public.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/letter-secretary-holder-regarding-americas-spy-program", "Letter to Secretary Holder Regarding America's Spy Program", "2014-07-15", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Letter to Secretary Holder Regarding America's Spy Program\nJuly 15, 2014\nPress Release\nImage\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-andr-carson-on-us-attorney-joe-hogsett-s-resignation", "Congressman Andr Carson on U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsetts resignation announcement today", "2014-07-14", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS -- Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement in response to the announcement today that U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett will resign at the end of this month:\n\u201cJoe Hogsett began his service in the U.S. Attorney\u2019s Office with a vision to better protect Hoosier families.\u00a0 With his help, we have made progress combating violent crime in our neighborhoods, protecting Hoosier children from new and growing threats online and sending the unrelenting message that public corruption will not be tolerated.\u00a0 As a former law enforcement officer, I commend Joe for putting the bad guys behind bars and making it clear that our public servants serve the public, not themselves. His leadership has been outstanding, and his commitment to public safety in our city and state is unmatched. I look forward to seeing what his future holds.\u201d\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andre-carson-us-attorney-joe-hogsetts-resignation-announcement", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson on U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett\u2019s resignation announcement today", "2014-07-14", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS -- Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) released the following statement in response to the announcement today that U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett will resign at the end of this month:\n\n\"Joe Hogsett began his service in the U.S. Attorney's Office with a vision to better protect Hoosier families. With his help, we have made progress combating violent crime in our neighborhoods, protecting Hoosier children from new and growing threats online and sending the unrelenting message that public corruption will not be tolerated. As a former law enforcement officer, I commend Joe for putting the bad guys behind bars and making it clear that our public servants serve the public, not themselves. His leadership has been outstanding, and his commitment to public safety in our city and state is unmatched. I look forward to seeing what his future holds.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-andr-carson-honors-fallen-officer-in-the-us-house-of", "Congressman Andr Carson Honors Fallen Officer in the U.S. House of Representatives", "2014-07-11", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson Honors Fallen Officer in the U.S. House of Representatives\u00a0\nWASHINGTON D.C.\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) made a statement for the Congressional Record honoring the life of fallen Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer Perry Renn.\nThe statement will now be held in the permanent Congressional Record in Washington, D.C.\u00a0 A copy of the statement also was delivered to Renn\u2019s family.\n\u201cRenn\u2019s\u00a0character and selfless commitment to his fellow citizens is evidenced by his years of service to our community,\u201d Carson said. \u201cBy inserting a statement into the Congressional Record, his memory will be marked not only in Indianapolis\u2019 history but our nation\u2019s history for all time.\u201d\nOn Friday, Congressman Carson also delivered a speech on the House Floor honoring Renn and calling for an end to the violence in Indianapolis.\nA link to the speech can be found here:  https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=802205813131864&set=vb.123884330964019&type=2&theater\nA copy of the Congressional Record can be found here:  https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CREC-2014-07-10/pdf/CREC-2014-07-10-pt1-PgE1140.pdf\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andre-carson-honors-fallen-officer-us-house-representatives", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson Honors Fallen Officer in the U.S. House of Representatives", "2014-07-11", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07) made a statement for the Congressional Record honoring the life of fallen Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer Perry Renn.\n\nThe statement will now be held in the permanent Congressional Record in Washington, D.C. A copy of the statement also was delivered to Renn's family.\n\n\"Renn's character and selfless commitment to his fellow citizens is evidenced by his years of service to our community,\" Carson said. \"By inserting a statement into the Congressional Record, his memory will be marked not only in Indianapolis' history but our nation's history for all time.\"\n\nOn Friday, Congressman Carson also delivered a speech on the House Floor honoring Renn and calling for an end to the violence in Indianapolis.\n\nA link to the speech can be found here:\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=802205813131864&set=vb.123884330964019&type=2&theater", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/statement-from-congressman-andr-carson-on-alleged-nsa-spying-on-muslim", "Statement from Congressman Andr Carson on alleged NSA spying on Muslim-Americans", "2014-07-10", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Statement from Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson on alleged NSA spying on Muslim-Americans\nJuly 9, 2014\n\u00a0\nWashington D.C. - Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement today regarding reports that the United States monitored several prominent Muslim Americans:\n\u00a0\u201cAs one of two Muslims in Congress and a former Homeland Security official who worked in counter terrorism, I understand the importance of monitoring potential threats. \u00a0However, I am deeply concerned that our government may have been spying on American citizens simply based on their religious affiliation.\n\u201cProtecting our country from those who would want to do harm is essential, but we must do so in a way that safeguards the civil liberties on which our country was founded. While the Department of Justice and intelligence community have argued that this surveillance was in keeping with current law, I am concerned about what it means for our constitutional protections.\u00a0\n\"No matter what their background, Americans should know that their First Amendment freedoms of religion and speech will not draw suspicion of their government. The circumstances surrounding these five cases remain classified, but based on today\u2019s reports, I am concerned that these surveillance actions, and the laws that authorized them, may fail to meet the standards set by our Constitution.\n\u201cI have been in contact with the Department of Justice and will be pursuing additional clarification about these domestic surveillance programs. I consider it among my top priorities to ensure that civil liberties are protected and all Americans know they will not be profiled based on their race, religion, ethnicity or political activity.\u201d\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-andre-carson-alleged-nsa-spying-muslim-americans", "Statement from Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson on alleged NSA spying on Muslim-Americans", "2014-07-10", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "July 9, 2014\n\nWashington D.C. - Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement today regarding reports that the United States monitored several prominent Muslim Americans:\n\n\"As one of two Muslims in Congress and a former Homeland Security official who worked in counter terrorism, I understand the importance of monitoring potential threats. However, I am deeply concerned that our government may have been spying on American citizens simply based on their religious affiliation.\n\n\"Protecting our country from those who would want to do harm is essential, but we must do so in a way that safeguards the civil liberties on which our country was founded. While the Department of Justice and intelligence community have argued that this surveillance was in keeping with current law, I am concerned about what it means for our constitutional protections.\n\n\"No matter what their background, Americans should know that their First Amendment freedoms of religion and speech will not draw suspicion of their government. The circumstances surrounding these five cases remain classified, but based on today's reports, I am concerned that these surveillance actions, and the laws that authorized them, may fail to meet the standards set by our Constitution.\n\n\"I have been in contact with the Department of Justice and will be pursuing additional clarification about these domestic surveillance programs. I consider it among my top priorities to ensure that civil liberties are protected and all Americans know they will not be profiled based on their race, religion, ethnicity or political activity.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-announces-award-east-chicago-fire-department", "Visclosky Announces Award for East Chicago Fire Department", "2014-07-09", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Merrillville, IN- Congressman Pete Visclosky announced that the East Chicago Fire Department has been award a $126,317 grant under the Federal Emergency Management Agency\u2019s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.\u00a0\n\u201cWhen it comes to public safety, the most frequently asked question is \u201cDo we have back-up?\u201d Time and time again when it comes to FEMA and Congressman Pete Visclosky, I can once again say, \u201cYes, we have back-up,\u201d said East Chicago Mayor Anthony Copeland.\n\u201cFirefighters are public servants who put their lives at risk for others and serve as first responders in times of need. I thank the East Chicago Fire Department and the public officials in East Chicago for their work in securing this grant and ensuring that our firefighters have the necessary equipment to safely respond to emergencies,\u201d Congressman Visclosky said. \u00a0\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/statement-from-congressman-andr-carson-on-the-death-of-impd-officer", "Congressman Andr Carson on the death of IMPD officer Perry Renn", "2014-07-06", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement this morning in response to the news that IMPD veteran patrol officer Perry Renn was killed last night in a shootout on the city\u2019s Eastside.\n\u201cMy heart goes out to the family and friends of Officer Renn. Our city lost a brave law enforcement officer last night, and we grieve with those he leaves behind.\n\u201cThere are no words to describe the courage of an officer who walks into a situation not knowing what he or she will face, not knowing whether he or she will walk away unharmed. Our men and women in uniform place themselves in danger each day so that we can be safe. We owe them an immeasurable debt for their valor.\n\u201cThis seemingly endless violence in our streets has claimed far too many lives, including public safety heroes like Officer Renn, who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our city.\n\u201cIt\u2019s past time for Indianapolis to get involved, to take back our streets and to seek common sense solutions that will keep dangerous criminals where they belong so that law-abiding residents can feel safe in our city. Officer Renn must not have died in vain. We have to solve this problem, and we have to work together to do it.\u201d\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-andre-carson-death-impd-officer-perry-renn", "Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson on the death of IMPD officer Perry Renn", "2014-07-06", "2014", "2014-07", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "INDIANAPOLIS \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson released the following statement this morning in response to the news that IMPD veteran patrol officer Perry Renn was killed last night in a shootout on the city's Eastside.\n\n\"My heart goes out to the family and friends of Officer Renn. Our city lost a brave law enforcement officer last night, and we grieve with those he leaves behind.\n\n\"There are no words to describe the courage of an officer who walks into a situation not knowing what he or she will face, not knowing whether he or she will walk away unharmed. Our men and women in uniform place themselves in danger each day so that we can be safe. We owe them an immeasurable debt for their valor.\n\n\"This seemingly endless violence in our streets has claimed far too many lives, including public safety heroes like Officer Renn, who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our city.\n\n\"It's past time for Indianapolis to get involved, to take back our streets and to seek common sense solutions that will keep dangerous criminals where they belong so that law-abiding residents can feel safe in our city. Officer Renn must not have died in vain. We have to solve this problem, and we have to work together to do it.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:41Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/press-release/visclosky-applauds-itc-decision", "Visclosky applauds ITC decision", "2014-06-24", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Merrillville, IN- Today, the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) made affirmative determinations in its final phase antidumping duty investigations concerning welded stainless pressure pipe from Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.\u00a0 Congressman Visclosky testified before the ITC in defense of the American steel industry during the ITC\u2019s hearing on this case on May 22, 2014.\u00a0 As a result of these determinations, the U.S. Department of Commerce will issue antidumping duty orders on these imports.\u00a0\n\u201cI am pleased that the ITC sent the message today that we will not tolerate illegal trade.\u00a0 My commitment to our steelworkers and the Northwest Indiana economy is unwavering, and I will not stop working to prevent illegal steel from being dumped on our shores,\u201d said Congressman Pete Visclosky.\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://visclosky.house.gov/opening-statement-honorable-peter-visclosky-ranking-member-defense-subcommittee-house-committee-0", "OPENING STATEMENT  The Honorable Peter Visclosky  Ranking Member, Defense Subcommittee  House Committee on Appropriations  Fiscal Year 2015, Floor Deliberation  June 18, 2014", "2014-06-18", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Peter Visclosky", "V000108", "visclosky.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "OPENING STATEMENT\nThe Honorable Peter Visclosky\nRanking Member, Defense Subcommittee\nHouse Committee on Appropriations\nFiscal Year 2015, Floor Deliberation\nJune 18, 2014\n\u00a0Mr. Chairman, I yield myself as much time as I may consume.\n\u00a0I would like to begin by expressing my appreciation to Chairman Frelinghuysen and congratulate him on the collegial and transparent manner in which he crafted H.R. 4870, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Defense Appropriations Act. \u00a0I also want to express my sincere appreciation for the efforts of Chairman Hal Rogers, Ranking Member Nita Lowey, and all the members of the Defense Subcommittee.\n\u00a0Also, this bill could not have been written without the dedication, long hours, discerning and thoughtful input of our committee staff and personal staffs.\u00a0 I want to thank Tom McLemore, Sherry Young, Tim Prince, Jennifer Miller, Walter Hearne, Paul Terry, BG Wright, Brooke Boyer, Adrienne Ramsay, Megan Rosenbusch, Maureen Holohan, Colin Lee, Paul Juola, Rebecca Leggieri, Steve Wilson, Joe DeVooght, and Jake Whiteside.\u00a0\n\u00a0I would like to begin by saying a few words about the Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) title. \u00a0The Committee has been placed in a very difficult position of having to provide a $79 billion place holder.\u00a0 Recent decisions on the post-2014 troop levels in Afghanistan clear up the major policy issue that held back a detailed budget request.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the clarity gained was quickly muddled by the proposed $5 billion Counterterrorism Partnerships Fund and the $1 billion European Reassurance Initiative.\u00a0 At a time when many in Congress are rightfully looking to limit what is an eligible expense in OCO and shift activities to the base budget, these new proposals further complicate the issue.\u00a0 Clarity must be brought to the opaque nature of OCO and I look forward to the debate on this during the consideration of amendments.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\n\u00a0I support the bill we are marking up today and believe it provides for our national security and the protection of U.S. interests at home and abroad.\u00a0 Put simply, the bill provides stability for our military personnel, maintains readiness, and preserves the industrial base.\u00a0\u00a0\n\u00a0I am pleased by the Subcommittee\u2019s continued efforts on sexual assault prevention and response.\u00a0 Specifically, the bill fully funds the budget request for the Special Victims\u2019 Counsel, continuing last year\u2019s Committee initiative.\u00a0\n\u00a0The bill increases funding relative to the President\u2019s budget request for traumatic brain injury and psychological health research, suicide prevention outreach programs, and several other invaluable medical programs. \u00a0Further, the bill and report carry strong language aimed at increasing cooperation between the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs in their ongoing efforts to develop interoperable electronic health records.\u00a0\n\u00a0Specific to readiness, the bill includes an increase of $1 billion to fill gaps in key programs to prepare our troops, including $135 million for the Army Reserve and Army National Guard.\u00a0 The bill makes investments in programs that are vital to the rebuilding and resetting of the force after thirteen years of conflict.\u00a0 In particular, it increases funding by $720 million for facility sustainment and modernization, and provides each Military Service with additional funding for depot maintenance.\u00a0\n\u00a0I especially appreciate the Chairman\u2019s focus on encouraging DOD to meet the FY 2017 deadline for achieving fully auditable financial statements.\u00a0 The measure before us provides $8 million above the request for the Comptroller\u2019s office to improve business and financial systems throughout the Department.\n\u00a0Continuing problems in DoD\u2019s strategic forces are also addressed in H.R. 4870 and funding is provided to address issues directly impacting intercontinental ballistic missile crews.\u00a0 It is disappointing that the Air Force included improvements in this area in its unfunded priorities list and not in its base budget request.\u00a0\n\u00a0With regards to the industrial base, I was dismayed that in its FY 2015 Budget Request the Administration proposed the elimination of several long-standing general provisions ensuring that contracts follow Buy America requirements and support domestic manufacturing.\u00a0 I am pleased to note that the Committee chose to reject the Administration\u2019s inexplicable proposal to jettison these Buy America provisions, and that they can be found in H.R. 4870.\u00a0 The bill also contains several other provisions and initiatives aimed at securing our industrial base, including $220 million to establish a program for the domestic development of a next-generation liquid-fueled rocket engine.\u00a0 Hopefully, this program will swiftly fill a very troubling void in the U.S. space launch industry.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\nOne other area of the bill I would like to highlight is the funding increase for the Humanitarian Mine Action program.\u00a0 Albeit a small program, I believe its mission is of immense value.\u00a0 All too often, innocent civilians are the victims of explosive remnants of war.\u00a0 It is only right to share our military\u2019s expertise with host nations on the detection, clearance, disposal, and demilitarization of explosive ordnance.\u00a0 I thank the Chairman for his special efforts in this area\u2026. \u00a0\nHowever, there are certain aspects of the bill that give me pause.\u00a0 Fundamentally, these concerns have little to do with the detailed work of the Subcommittee, which I believe did its very best under the constraints in which it operated.\u00a0 Rather, the concerns stem from Congress\u2019 continued failure to confront our long-term fiscal challenges.\u00a0\n\u00a0In its FY 2015 Budget Request, the Department of Defense proposed some significant initiatives, including military pay adjustments, restructuring TRICARE, and retirement of several weapons systems such as the A-10 and Kiowa Warrior, in order to stay under the FY 2015 budget cap, provide for future flexibility, and meet the national security strategy.\u00a0 Having said this, one could easily point out that the Administration then undercut its own efforts by planning for higher spending in Fiscal Years 2016 through 2019, and by submitting the disingenuously named Opportunity, Growth, and Security Initiative, and subsequently submitting unfunded priority lists.\u00a0 Regardless, a number of proposals the Department put forth in FY 2015 do possess merit.\u00a0\n\u00a0With a few exceptions, these proposals have gained no traction within Congress.\u00a0 Most were excluded or had language prohibiting or postponing their start in the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act.\u00a0 I do not suggest that the Administration is uniformly correct, nor do I dismiss the resultant impacts of many of these initiatives, but the alternative of staying the course and hoping for some fiscal relief in FY 2016 is wishful thinking.\u00a0 The sooner Congress reaches the consensus required to make the difficult decisions that are essential to deal with the reality of finite resources, the better we can provide for our national defense.\nIn closing, I would like to reiterate my appreciation for Chairman Frelinghuysen\u2019s cooperation, assistance, and diligence. \u00a0He and his staff have ensured the Defense Subcommittee continues its tradition of operating collaboratively and effectively. \u00a0I am pleased that we are considering this bill in a timely manner and look forward to the debate.\u00a0\n\u00a0Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance of my time. \u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-introduces-emerging-business-encouragement-act", "Congressman Carson introduces Emerging Business Encouragement Act", "2014-06-17", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson introduced the Emerging Business Encouragement (EBE) Act, which will help emerging businesses compete for federal contracts and obtain access to federally backed loans as they get off the ground.\nEmerging businesses face obstacles that are distinctly different from more well established small businesses.\u00a0 Under the EBE Act, the Small Business Administration (SBA) would create a new designation for an Emerging Business Enterprises (EBE) based on the company\u2019s age, size and total compensation.\nTo be certified as an EBE, a company must be 10 percent or less the size of the current SBA designation for a small business, which is typically capped at 500 employees. The company must be less than five years old at the time of certification with annual compensation of individuals in management positions not exceeding 200 percent of the annual mean wage for \u201cManagement Occupations\u201d defined by the U.S. Department of Labor. \u00a0These standards will ensure that those businesses benefiting from EBE programs are truly emerging.\nEmerging businesses often have trouble securing federal contracts.\u00a0 The EBE Act seeks to expand opportunities by requiring federal agencies to set contracting goals for EBEs equal to or not less than 5 percent of contracts and subcontracts.\u00a0\nAdditionally, many emerging businesses have difficulty accessing the capital they need to develop products and hire workers.\u00a0 Under the EBE Act, the percentage of federal loan guaranty authority for SBA loans would increase from 50 percent for all small businesses to 65 percent for EBEs, providing a significant incentive for lenders to lend to these businesses.\n\u201cI believe we must support all job creators as our economy continues to recover, but there are significant differences between a startup with only a few employees and an established business with a few hundred employees and decades of experience,\u201d Carson said.\u00a0 \u201cThis legislation will help these emerging businesses overcome the unique challenges they face in their first few years of operation, and it will ensure these businesses are able to compete for federal contracts and gain access to critical small business loans.\u201d\nThis legislation will:\n Create a new designation for Emerging Business Enterprises, similar to those already in place for women and minority owned businesses.\u00a0\n\tEstablish a 5 percent federal contracting goal for Emerging Business Enterprises.\u00a0\n\tAmend the SBA Express program under the Small Business Act to provide incentives for financial institutions to lend to Emerging Business Enterprises.\n\tHave a negligible impact on direct spending, as determined by the Congressional Budget Office.\n Click here for a fact sheet with additional details about the Emerging Business Encouragement Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-introduces-emerging-business-encouragement-act", "Congressman Carson introduces Emerging Business Encouragement Act", "2014-06-17", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson introduced the Emerging Business Encouragement (EBE) Act, which will help emerging businesses compete for federal contracts and obtain access to federally backed loans as they get off the ground.\n\nEmerging businesses face obstacles that are distinctly different from more well established small businesses. Under the EBE Act, the Small Business Administration (SBA) would create a new designation for an Emerging Business Enterprises (EBE) based on the company's age, size and total compensation.\n\nTo be certified as an EBE, a company must be 10 percent or less the size of the current SBA designation for a small business, which is typically capped at 500 employees. The company must be less than five years old at the time of certification with annual compensation of individuals in management positions not exceeding 200 percent of the annual mean wage for \"Management Occupations\" defined by the U.S. Department of Labor. These standards will ensure that those businesses benefiting from EBE programs are truly emerging.\n\nEmerging businesses often have trouble securing federal contracts. The EBE Act seeks to expand opportunities by requiring federal agencies to set contracting goals for EBEs equal to or not less than 5 percent of contracts and subcontracts.\n\nAdditionally, many emerging businesses have difficulty accessing the capital they need to develop products and hire workers. Under the EBE Act, the percentage of federal loan guaranty authority for SBA loans would increase from 50 percent for all small businesses to 65 percent for EBEs, providing a significant incentive for lenders to lend to these businesses.\n\n\"I believe we must support all job creators as our economy continues to recover, but there are significant differences between a startup with only a few employees and an established business with a few hundred employees and decades of experience,\" Carson said. \"This legislation will help these emerging businesses overcome the unique challenges they face in their first few years of operation, and it will ensure these businesses are able to compete for federal contracts and gain access to critical small business loans.\"\n\nThis legislation will:\n\nCreate a new designation for Emerging Business Enterprises, similar to those already in place for women and minority owned businesses.\n\nEstablish a 5 percent federal contracting goal for Emerging Business Enterprises.\n\nAmend the SBA Express program under the Small Business Act to provide incentives for financial institutions to lend to Emerging Business Enterprises.\n\nHave a negligible impact on direct spending, as determined by the Congressional Budget Office.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:42:17Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/hearing-from-you", "Hearing from you", "2014-06-16", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "You recently received an email from me asking you to take part in a shortconstituent survey about hot topics in our community right now.\nAs your U.S. Representative, I serve as your voice in Washington and your connection to the federal government. Constituent service is my top priority, and part of my commitment to you is making sure I know what\u2019s most important to you.\nIf you haven\u2019t already, I hope you\u2019ll take a few minutes to\u00a0take the surveyto let us know what\u2019s on your mind and what issues you most want me to focus on as public servant.\nYour responses will remain confidential and used only to improve the services our office provides and make sure I\u2019m focused on the issues that matter most to you.\nThank you for your feedback and your help making our city a great place to live!\nSincerely,\nAndr\u00e9\n Inside Scoop \nAddressing Violence in Indianapolis\nIt was recently my privilege to be the keynote speaker at the Ten Points Coalition Community Prayer Breakfast. The event addressed the issue of violence in our community and what we\u2019re all doing to make sure our streets are safe.\nThis is an ongoing conversation happening among city, faith and community leaders; law enforcement officers and organizations; non-profit groups and citizens to determine possible solutions to this growing problem.\nIn Congress, I have advocated for increased funding for emergency preparedness and the COPS grant program, which places more officers in communities across America. I believe we must be committed to proper mental health screenings and treatment for those with mental illness to ensure that guns do not fall into the hands of those who would commit these acts of violence.\nBut this local epidemic goes far beyond police staffing and mental health treatment. It depends on input and commitment from all of us, and I want you to know you can always share your ideas and thoughts with me as we work together to address this issue.\nKids Eat Free: Summer Servings is Officially Underway\nI took part in the kickoff of Summer Servings, a citywide effort available as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program. The program provides nutritious meals and snacks to children during the summer months. Meals are provided at no cost to all children ages 18 and younger.\nYou can find more information about the program, including an interactive map with meal location sites, by visiting\u00a0www.summerservings.org.\nStay Tuned: Small Business Announcement\nI want you to be the first to know that I\u2019ll be unveiling new legislation soon to help startup businesses. While I believe we must support all job creators, startup businesses must overcome unique challenges in their first few years. With my bill, I hope to help them survive and thrive through this difficult time. Stay tuned for an announcement soon!\nVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. The 2014 primary election took place last week, and voter registration for the November election begins soon.\nBelow are important dates for Indiana voters:\nOctober 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration Ends\u00a0  November 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//newsroom/past-e-newsletters/addressing-a-critical-need", "Addressing a critical need", "2014-06-02", "2014", "2014-06", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "This week, it will be an honor for me to take part in the kickoff of the 2014 Summer Servings program.\nSummer Servings, which is available in Marion County as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program, provides nutritious meals and snacks to children during the summer months. Meals are provided at no cost to all children ages 18 and younger.\nThe program is designed to fill the nutrition gap during the summer to ensure that children get the meals they need when school is not in session.\nYou may not realize it, but hunger is an enormous and often silent issue facing our community. More than one million Hoosiers are food insecure, and one-third of those are children.\nThat incredible need is why I\u2019m asking for your help spreading the word that Summer Servings meals are available starting this week. Please share this information with your family and friends, as well as in your neighborhood.\nYou can find more information about the program, including an interactive map with meal location sites, by visiting\u00a0www.summerservings.org.\nSincerely,\nAndr\u00e9\n Inside Scoop \nUpdate on VA Accountability\nOn Friday, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki offered his resignation to President Obama following the public disclosure of mismanagement at VA medical facilities and ongoing concerns about the services provided to our veterans.\nI want to make sure you saw my statement in response to the announcement:\n\u201cI want to commend Secretary Shinseki for his lifelong service to our nation, our service members and our veterans. But despite his honorable service, I believe his resignation is appropriate. We need to clear the air and move toward long-term solutions to the systemic problems within the VA that have resulted in substandard service for the men and women who have served our country in uniform.\n\u201cI hope this change in leadership will bring about a new era for the VA. I look forward to working with officials there and my colleagues in Congress to drastically improve the delivery of health care and benefits for veterans and to make sure that these problems never occur again.\u201d\nA Visit to Eli Lilly\u2019s Insulin Manufacturing Facility\nI strongly support the life sciences and investment in the research it takes to keep our state and nation healthy. It was a privilege this week to take a hard hat tour of Eli Lilly\u2019s insulin manufacturing facility, which is under construction to expand the company\u2019s global production of the drug used to treat diabetes, a disease with a growing international footprint. Here\u2019s a photo from my tour of the facility:\nContribute to Our New Website!\nWe\u2019re in the process of giving our website a more modern look, and we want you to help us populate it with photos of our great city. We\u2019ll feature submitted constituent photos on the front page of our new site once it launches. Got a picture you want to share? Send it tojennifer.wagner@mail.house.gov\u00a0with your name and the location where you took the photo, and you could see your work on our website! (Please make sure your submissions are less than 1MB in size.)\nVoting: Our Privilege and Responsibility\nOne of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. The 2014 primary election took place last week, and voter registration for the November election begins soon.\nBelow are important dates for Indiana voters:\nOctober 6, 2014 \u2013 Voter Registration Ends\u00a0  November 4, 2014 \u2013 General Election Day", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-on-the-resignation-of-department-of-veterans-affairs", "Congressman Carson on the resignation of Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki", "2014-05-30", "2014", "2014-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued this statement following the announcement that President Obama has accepted the resignation of Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki:\n\u201cI want to commend Secretary Shinseki for his lifelong service to our nation, our service members and our veterans. But despite his honorable service, I believe his resignation is appropriate.\u00a0 We need to clear the air and move toward long-term solutions to the systemic problems within the VA that have resulted in substandard service for the men and women who have served our country in uniform.\n\u201cI hope this change in leadership will bring about a new era for the VA. \u00a0I look forward to working with officials there and my colleagues in Congress to drastically improve the delivery of health care and benefits for veterans and to make sure that these problems never occur again.\u201d\nClick here to read the letter Congressman Carson submitted to the VA earlier this week.\n\u00a0\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-resignation-department-veterans-affairs-secretary-eric", "Congressman Carson on the resignation of Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki", "2014-05-30", "2014", "2014-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued this statement following the announcement that President Obama has accepted the resignation of Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki:\n\n\"I want to commend Secretary Shinseki for his lifelong service to our nation, our service members and our veterans. But despite his honorable service, I believe his resignation is appropriate. We need to clear the air and move toward long-term solutions to the systemic problems within the VA that have resulted in substandard service for the men and women who have served our country in uniform.\n\n\"I hope this change in leadership will bring about a new era for the VA. I look forward to working with officials there and my colleagues in Congress to drastically improve the delivery of health care and benefits for veterans and to make sure that these problems never occur again.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-06-27T22:41:51Z"], ["http://carson.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-carson-on-the-passing-of-dr-maya-angelou", "Congressman Carson on the passing of Dr. Maya Angelou", "2014-05-28", "2014", "2014-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement on the passing of Presidential Medal of Freedom winner, civil rights advocate, renowned poet, author and Professor Dr. Maya Angelou:\n\u201cToday, America lost one of its most original, effective and passionate voices. Dr. Maya Angelou not only spoke to us, but she spoke of us, painting a picture of our nation with words. She showed us that we can always be more than the labels and limitations others place on us. She taught that we have a duty to stand up for those among us who are treated as less.\n\u201cDr. Angelou will always be a voice for the voiceless and a champion for equality and those facing great adversity.\n\u201cWe mourn her passing, but we celebrate her life, her work, her contributions to our nation and world. I believe she would want us to find the light in this time of sadness, and we should honor her in that way.\u201d\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carson-passing-dr-maya-angelou", "Congressman Carson on the passing of Dr. Maya Angelou", "2014-05-28", "2014", "2014-05", "Democrat", "House", "IN", "Andr\u00e9 Carson", "C001072", "carson.house.gov", "carson", "https://carson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman Andr\u00e9 Carson issued the following statement on the passing of Presidential Medal of Freedom winner, civil rights advocate, renowned poet, author and Professor Dr. Maya Angelou:\n\n\"Today, America lost one of its most original, effective and passionate voices. Dr. Maya Angelou not only spoke to us, but she spoke of us, painting a picture of our nation with words. She showed us that we can always be more than the labels and limitations others place on us. 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