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April 28, 2008
Congressman Brown Welcomes VA Secretary Peake to First District
CHARLESTON, SC – Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (SC) teamed with Congressman Steve Buyer (IN), ranking member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, in welcoming VA Secretary Dr. James B. Peake to the First District as he toured VA facilities in the Charleston area. (photos) Full Story »

March 6, 2008
Congressman Brown Announces Constituent Service Workshops
CHARLESTON –Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. today announced the schedule of workshops for First District constituents seeking assistance with various federal government agencies.  Representatives of the Congressman’s staff and several agencies are expected to participate. Full Story »

September 10, 2007
Congressman Brown Hosts VA Undersecretary
CHARLESTON, SC - Today, Congressman Henry Brown hosted Dr. Michael J. Kussman, Undersecretary for Health for the Veterans Health Administration and provided him with a status update on the ongoing collaborative efforts between the Ralph H. Johnson VAMC and the Medical University of South Carolina. Full Story »

July 26, 2007
Mikolajcik Spotlights ALS Concerns for Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held an oversight hearing to provide Members an update on scientific research that has been done on Gulf War illnesses.  Testimony focused on the incidence of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (Lou Gehrig’s disease) among Gulf War veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) research and treatment of Gulf War illnesses.  Full Story »

May 23, 2007
Representative Brown Backs Legislation Focused on America's Veterans
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (SC-01) today joined with a majority of his House colleagues in supporting legislation to enhance benefits and health care for America’s veterans and returning servicemembers.   Full Story »

January 31, 2007
House Passes Measure Supporting 'Hire a Veteran' Week
Washington, Jan 31 - Representative Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) joined with a majority of his House colleagues today in passing legislation calling on the President to establish a national “Hire A Veteran” week to urge all employers to hire more of America’s veterans. The passage of this resolution, which was also introduced by Representative Brown and Representative Rush Holt (D-NJ) in the 109th Congress, represents a multi-year effort by Representative Brown to highlight the contributions of our nation’s veterans. Full Story »

Brown's Statement on Continuing Resolution Jan 31, 2007  -   On January 31, 2007, the House of Representatives passed legislation drafted by the Democratic leadership that will fund operations of the federal government through September 30, 2007. Congressman Henry E. Brown (R-SC) made the following statement after the House concluded its action on the... More

January, 2007 Newsletter Jan 30, 2007  -   The 110th Congress was sworn in at noon on Thursday, January 4th. I am honored to begin serving my fourth term as the Representative for the First Congressional District. President Bush delivered his State of the Union address on January 23rd. The President's speech illustrates his conti... More

Congressman Henry Brown's Statement on the President's State of the Union Address Jan 23, 2007  -   Congressman Henry E. Brown Jr. (SC-01) made the following statement concerning President Bush's State of the Union Address: "The President's speech illustrates his continued commitment to addressing our nation's most vital domestic and foreign policy issues. Renewable alternative en... More

Congressman Brown Responds to Call for Additional Troops in Iraq Jan 10, 2007  -   Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) issued the following statement concerning the expected call by President Bush for additional troops to be deployed to Iraq: "President Bush's strategy for Iraq is as important as the number of increased American forces. This plan to increase troop st... More

Congressman Brown, Senator Graham Provide Status Update on VA-MUSC Collaborative Project Dec 16, 2006  -   Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) joined with representatives of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide an end-of-session update on legislation recently passed by Congress providing fo... More

FEMA Announces Federal Funds for Emergency Food and Shelter Programs Dec 13, 2006  -   Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) announced today that federal funds totaling more than $535,000 have been awarded to the five counties that comprise the First Congressional District to help prevent homelessness, and feed and shelter the hungry and homeless. These grants are administere... More

House Passes Veterans Programs Extension Act Dec 6, 2006  -   Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) today spoke in support of H.R. 6342, The Veterans Programs Extension Act of 2006, as the measure passed the House. "This bill would reauthorize health care services for veterans exposed to chemical and biological testing and extends treatment and r... More

House Passes Legislation to Extend Vital Veterans Programs, Expand Elibility for Education and Training Assistance Nov 14, 2006  -   Representative Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) joined with a majority of his House colleagues today in passing legislation to extend a number of important Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs benefiting and providing essential services for our nation's veterans. Under the legislation, gr... More

Congressman Brown Pays Tribute to Nation's Veterans Nov 10, 2006  -   In observance of Veterans' Day, Congressman Henry E. Brown, Jr. (R-SC) offered a tribute to the nation's veterans for their sacrifices and service in defense of our freedom. "We should all take the opportunity to thank those who have served and those who are presently serving to preserve... More