Congressman Bishop's 2012 Golf Classic

Posted by on May 9, 2012 at 4:43 pm

Georgia Peaches Arriving Early By Josephine Bennett

The Georgia peach crop is coming in early. The Georgia State namesake fruit will be in stores by the weekend. Read More

Posted by Rep. Sanford Bishop on February 14, 2011 at 11:27 am

Addressing Obesity

This issue is critical to African Americans, where 18 percent of black high school students are obese, compared to 10 percent of whites; and 19 percent of black high school students are overweight, compared to 14 percent of whites. Read More

Posted by on January 19, 2011 at 11:37 am

The Military Coalition announces support of a Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act.

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Posted by Rep. Sanford Bishop on January 10, 2011 at 11:35 am

About the Giffords Shooting

The horrific shootings in Arizona continue to be top of mind for all of us. Vivian and I are deeply saddened by the tragic and senseless shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, her staff, and her constituents. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who were maliciously attacked and their families. May the Grace of God be with them during this difficult time. Read More

Posted by Rep. Sanford Bishop on December 7, 2010 at 11:28 am

Vote to Block Medicare Payment Cuts to Doctors

Just wanted to let you know that I voted to prevent scheduled cuts in Medicare reimbursement rates for doctors and maintain the current Medicare rates doctors are paid through 2011. Absent this action by Congress, the rates were scheduled for a 25% reduction on January 1. Read More