Joe Wilson

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) today released the following statement after encouraging Speaker Nancy Pelosi to immediately hold a vote on the bipartisan issue of extending the adoption tax credit:

“When it comes to the adoption process, lawmakers should work to advance, not hinder, the dream of a family. While extremely rewarding, the adoption process can be extremely expensive, often pricing out hardworking individuals and couples.

“Congress must extend and make permanent the adoption tax credit to ease the financial obstacles average families face when considering adopting a child.

“The desire to see children grow up in healthy, happy environments with loving parents knows no party boundaries. I urge Speaker Pelosi to immediately schedule a vote on this issue to keep the dream of parenting alive,” said Congressman Joe Wilson.

Congressman Joe Wilson, an adoptive father, sent a letter to Speaker Pelosi urging an immediate vote on the adoption tax credit.

Wilson is in favor of a full extension of all the tax cuts included in the 2001 and 2003 legislation, especially the adoption tax credit.