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Children's Defense Fund Action Council releases a nonpartisan Legislative Report Card that takes a comprehensive look at the legislative work each Member of Congress has done on behalf of America’s children.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Johnson received an “A” from the Children’s Defense Fund Action Council for sponsoring, cosponsoring or voting for legislation that improves the odds for America’s children.
U.S. Navy to name newest aircraft carrier after Petty Officer Doris Miller in recognition for his service and sacrifice during World War II
“The sacrifice and patriotism of heroes like Doris Miller inspired me to pursue public service. Though he is deserving of even higher official recognition, including the Medal of Honor, the announcement of the naming of this vessel on Martin Luther King Day could not be more fitting.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson to conduct Telephone Town Hall to answer questions and provide information on legislation that directly impacts older Americans of District 30.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 – 11am to Noon (CST)
WHAT: Telephone Town Hall
WHY: To address concerns on:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Continuum of Care grants totaling $16,748,564 to local homeless assistance programs throughout Dallas County.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson voted in favor of a War Powers Resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions regarding Iran. This resolution reiterates that only Congress can declare war and affirms that Congress has not authorized the use of military force against Iran. Hence, it states that if no further Congressional action is taken, the Administratio
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Johnson voted to pass H.R. 535, the PFAS Action Act, to protect families from PFAS “forever chemicals” and designate them as hazardous substances, clean up existing contamination and protect public health by providing critical resources for communities.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Johnson released this statement after the Trump Administration conducted a deadly airstrike targeting Iranians and Iraqis at the Baghdad International Airport:
“This Administration conducted airstrikes in Iraq targeting high-level Iranian military officials and killing Iranian Quds Force Commander Qassem Soleimani, without the authorization of or consultation by the Congress.
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DALLAS, TX – Congresswoman Johnson announced today that the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has awarded a grant totaling $1,397,132 to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic. |
In the 30th Congressional District of Texas, there are 75,252 people enrolled in a Medicare Part D plan and 395,773 people enrolled in private health insurance – all of whom stand to benefit from the passage of H.R.3 The Lower Drug Costs Now Act.
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Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Johnson voted to pass H.R.3, the Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act, which |