Texas Congressional Delegation Reveal Local Effects of Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Texas Democrtic Members will hold a press conference to share the impacts of the government shutdown on their congressional districts and discuss what they are doing to reopen government and end the detrimental, Republican government shutdown.
The Texas delegation is calling for bipartisan support from Texas Members in both chambers to vote on a clean continuing resolution so that government can resume functioning and Texans, along with all Americans, can move on with their lives.
“I’ve heard from many constituents who are calling our offices and voicing their concerns. Their message is clear, they want this Republican shutdown to end immediately,” said Rep. Marc Veasey, TX-33.
Who: Members of the Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation
Congressman Marc Veasey
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
Congressman Gene Green
Congressman Al Green
Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
Congressman Rubén Hinojosa
Congressman Henry Cuellar
Congressman Joaquin Castro
What: Press Conference to discuss Government Shutdown Impact on Texas residents
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2013
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: HVC Studio B
RSVP:Jessica.Coscia@mail.house.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 10, 2013
Contact: Jessica Coscia, 202-226-8365, Jessica.Coscia@mail.house.gov