Dear Friends:

The inauguration of President Barrack Obama is fast upon us.  The event is scheduled to take place on January 21, 2013. 

As you may know, for each inauguration, Members of Congress are issued an allotment of tickets for distribution to their constituents.  This allotment of tickets historically has been quite small. 

My office has received an overwhelming number of ticket requests.  Unfortunately, the demand for tickets has already exceeded our anticipated supply. 

In order to cope with the demand and make the process as fair as possible, my office is no longer accepting inaugural ticket requests.

Sincerely,

Alcee L. Hastings
Member of Congress