Press Releases

CONGRESSMAN BISHOP PLACES HIGH ON BIPARTISAN INDEX
April 27, 2017
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the Lugar Center and Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy unveiled their most recent update to the annual Bipartisan Index, ranking Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) as the 16th most likely U.S. Representatives to work across party lines during the 114th Congress. The Index is a non-partisan tool, ranking all 535 members of Congress on their willingness to reach across the aisle by evaluating legislation sponsorship and co-sponsorship data.

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CONGRESSMAN BISHOP SENDS LETTER TO ARMY CORPS CONCERNING HYDRILLA GROWTH
April 27, 2017
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) authored a letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers concerning the ongoing hydrilla infestation in Lake Seminole.
In the letter, Congressman Bishop urged the Army Corps to dedicate sufficient resources to control the hydrilla growth and preserve the natural ecology of Lake Seminole. Congressman Bishop also called on the Army Corps to adequately prioritize and restore functionality to the Water F.
Issues:Building Our CommunitiesFederal Budget, Jobs, & the EconomyJobs & Workforce
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CONGRESSMAN BISHOP LEADS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN MOMENT OF SILENCE RECOGNIZING FORMER CONGRESSMAN DAWSON MATHIS
April 26, 2017
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WASHINGTON, DC – Last night, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA) honored the life and contributions of the late Congressman Dawson Mathis on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives by reading the below statement into the Congressional Record. Following the statement, Congressman Bishop led the full U.S. House of Representatives in a moment of silence in recognition of Congressman Mathis.

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CONGRESSMAN BISHOP WELCOMES SENATE CONFIRMATION OF SONNY PERDUE AS AGRICULTURE SECRETARY
April 25, 2017
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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, released the following statement congratulating former Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue on his confirmation as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture by a Senate vote of 87 to 11:

Issues:Building Our CommunitiesAgriculture & Rural Development
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THE TRUMP BUDGET: A BAD DEAL FOR GEORGIA’S SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
April 19, 2017
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Throughout my career in Congress I have maintained a reputation for working across the aisle to craft and enact sensible policies and sensible budgets on a bipartisan basis. My only litmus test has been whether a particular bill, budget, resolution, or other action will improve the lives of the hard working people of the Second Congressional District of Georgia. This principle has guided my actions since I was elected to Congress 24 years ago.
Issues:Foreign AffairsBuilding Our CommunitiesAgriculture & Rural DevelopmentDisaster Relief & PreparednessHomeland SecurityEducationHelping FamiliesHousing and Community DevelopmentTransportation & InfrastructureSenior CitizensFederal Budget, Jobs, & the EconomyBusiness & EmployersJobs & WorkforceEconomy, Financial Services, & Trade
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CONGRESSMAN BISHOP STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF FORMER SOUTHWEST GEORGIA CONGRESSMAN DAWSON MATHIS
April 18, 2017
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ALBANY, GA – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement concerning the passing yesterday of former Congressman Dawson Mathis.
"I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend of long standing, former Congressman Dawson Mathis," said Congressman Bishop. "He was a great representative for Southwest Georgia and Rural America and he served his community with distinction. Our nation has lost an exceptional public servant, and I have lost both a trusted friend and mentor.
Issues:Building Our Communities
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CONGRESSMAN BISHOP INVITES STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN 2017 CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION
April 17, 2017
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ALBANY, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) invited high school students from Middle and Southwest Georgia's 2nd Congressional District to participate in the 36th Annual Congressional Art Competition.
"The 2017 Congressional Art Competition has begun, and we look forward to receiving entries from students in the 2nd Congressional District," said Congressman Bishop.
Issues:Building Our CommunitiesEducation
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ADVISORY: CONGRESSMAN BISHOP TO HOST COLUMBUS TOWN HALL MEETING
April 14, 2017
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COLUMBUS, GA – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) will hold a Town Hall Meeting in Columbus, GA on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
Issues:Building Our Communities
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ADVISORY: LAKE SEMINOLE HYDRILLA TOWN HALL MEETING
April 3, 2017
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DONALSONVILLE, GA – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) will hold a Lake Seminole Hydrilla Town Hall Meeting in Donalsonville, GA on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 6:00pm. Congressman Bishop will be joined by Colonel James DeLapp, Commander of the U.S.
Issues:Building Our CommunitiesFederal Budget, Jobs, & the Economy
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BISHOP STATEMENT ON TRUMPCARE BEING WITHDRAWN FROM CONSIDERATION
March 24, 2017
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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement concerning the America Health Care Act, known as TrumpCare, being pulled from consideration on the House floor:

Issues:Federal Budget, Jobs, & the EconomyHealthcare
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