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Washington, DC – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) today sent a letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, and House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Sander Levin urging that any legislation the U.S. House of Representatives considers extending the Bush 2001 and 2003 tax cuts will include substantial estate tax relief.
By Annie McCallum
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Isakson, Bishop and Westmoreland also mark Sept. 11 anniversary at event
Several Georgia lawmakers were in the Fort Benning area Saturday for Military Academy Day, where they also acknowledged the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorists attacks.
By Ricki Barker
Saturday, September 11, 2010
EPA’s administrator says it is important to maintain a dialogue with the public about their concerns and fears about environmental regulations.
By Ben Wright
Saturday, September 11, 2010
After securing more than $1.1 million from the Georgia Department of Transportation, the city of Columbus is starting the final phase of the rails-to-trails project from Cooper Creek Park north to Psalmond Road.
By Terry Lewis
Friday, September 10, 2010
Rep. Sanford Bishop says the town hall meeting will allow area residents to comment on environmental concerns.
By Chelsea Burnette
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Cordele — Bishop complimented Marvair employees on their work. “I am totally impressed with what you do and how you do it,” he said. “I congratulate you and thank you for what you do for your company, your community, and heating/air all around the world.”
Washington, DC – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) today announced he will host a Town Hall Meeting with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson. The Town Hall Meeting will be held Friday, September 10, 2010, at South Georgia Technical College, Pope Center, 900 South Technical Parkway – Americus, Georgia 31709, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
By Terry Lewis
Saturday, September 4, 2010
A half-million dollars will be used to enhance water-saving projects in the Lower Flint River Basin.
Mr. Bishop (GA) – Madame Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a brave sailor, dedicated citizen, and a great American, U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer David Blake McLendon, who gave his life for his country.
Washington, DC – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) today announced today that an additional $500,000 in financial assistance has been approved for the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP) in the Lower Flint River Basin project.