Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – (Houston) – Congressman Gene Green invites media and members of the community to his upcoming August recess events in the 29th District. Your assistance in spreading the word to our community would be appreciated. More information on these events can be found on Congressman Green’s website at http://green.house.gov/events or by calling his local office at 281-999-5879.
- WHAT: 18th Annual Immunization Day
- WHEN: Saturday, August 24
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. - WHERE: Davila Elementary, 7610 Dahlia, Houston, TX 77012
Galena Park High School, 1000 Keene St, Houston, TX 77547
Herrera Elementary, 525 Bennington, Houston, TX 77022 - DETAILS: Just in time for the first day of class, free immunizations will be provided by health professionals to school-age children. Parents are asked to bring a copy of their child’s immunization record.
- WHAT: Affordable Care Act Forum
- WHEN: Monday, August 26 – 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- WHERE: Milby High School, 1601 Broadway, Houston, TX 77012
- DETAILS: Open enrollment for the federal Health Insurance Marketplace begins October 1, 2013. Congressman Green and a representative from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will discuss the Health Insurance Marketplace, insurance plans, and how to enroll. Local Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) will also be present to provide information on where to sign up for coverage and answer questions one-on-one.
- WHAT: Senior Issues Forum
- WHEN: Tuesday, August 27 – 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- WHERE: Hardy Road Community Center, 11901 W. Hardy Road, Houston, TX 77076
- DETAILS: Congressman Green will hold a special discussion on legislative issues affecting seniors. Agency representatives from the Social Security Administration, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Houston/Harris County Area Agency on Aging, and Better Business Bureau Education Foundation will share information on their programs and services and be available to answer questions.
- WHAT: Northside/Aldine Job Fair
- WHEN: Monday, September 9 – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- WHERE: M.O. Campbell Center, 1865 Aldine Bender Road, Houston, TX 77032
- DETAILS: Congressman Green’s second job fair of the year will feature representatives from dozens of local businesses that are looking to hire for open positions.
- WHAT: Paying for College Workshop & Academy Day
- WHEN: Monday, September 16 – 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- WHERE: Jeff Davis High School, 1101 Quitman, Houston, TX 77009
- DETAILS: Congressman Green invites students and parents to a free financial aid seminar on paying for college. Learn about the financial aid process, factors to consider when choosing schools, and how to find scholarships. Representatives from local colleges and U.S. military academies will also be present to give information and answer questions.
