February 7, 2023

Congressman Al Green Attends Joint Session of Congress for State of the Union Address

(Houston, TX) — On Tuesday, February 7, 2023, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:

“I am honored to be with my colleagues in Congress this evening for President Biden’s second State of the Union address. Over the course of the previous year, President Biden, together with House and Senate Democrats, delivered several major wins for the American people.”

“Thanks to the Biden Administration, American families are able to experience financial relief when shopping for groceries, gas, and healthcare, as well as attempting to conserve energy. For Medicare beneficiaries, prescription drugs now have a $2,000 cap per year and insulin has a limit of $35 per month. Additionally, Affordable Health Care Act enrollees can take advantage of lower premiums and a three-year subsidy extension. Further, under President Biden’s leadership, Democrats in Congress have made it easier to live in harmony with our planet by offering tax credits for electric vehicle and solar panel purchases.”

“President Biden has also made it a priority to boost jobs, especially in STEM fields, and increase manufacturing at home to address the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage. He played a pivotal role in the negotiation of bipartisan legislation to make our communities safer by expanding mental health services in schools and keeping guns out of convicted romantic partners. Moreover, he has made it possible for our Veterans to receive the care and benefits they deserve by allowing health insurance coverage to include Veterans who were exposed to a variety of toxic substances during their military service.”

“As we move forward in this 118th Congress, I eagerly anticipate supporting President Biden’s forthcoming domestic priorities. Together, we will continue to invest in the American people, keep our economy moving, protect our environment, and uphold American values.”