WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. - This week, the Bureau of Land Management announced the agency is seeking public input on the draft Northwest California Integrated Resource Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for public lands managed by the Redding and Arcata field offices. This follows a recent letter from U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (CA-02) to the Department of the Interior supporting implement  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-California, issued the following news release: Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) and Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo, M.D. (CO-08) introduced legislation to designate October 1st as National Latino and Latina Physician Day: "Latinos make up 19% of the population but only 7% of the physician workforce. Having doctors who can communicate in their patients' language and understand their patients' culture leads to better health recommendations and outcomes,  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (CA-02) released the following statement: "Dianne Feinstein leaves a profound and enduring legacy on so many big issues, from gun safety to reproductive rights, to human rights, to Lake Tahoe and the California Desert. Her contributions to California and the nation are unmatched, and I'm honored that I had a chance to serve and work with her."  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following statement: * * * Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the death of California Senator Dianne Feinstein. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: "Senator Dianne Feinstein was the definition of a trailblazer, someone who shattered glass ceilings for millions while paving a bold and courageous way forward on the progressive policies that supported our communities and permanently cha  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-California, issued the following statement: * * * Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein: "I am deeply saddened by the recent passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein - a trailblazer for our democracy and all of us in California and across the nation. My heart and prayers go out to her family, friends, staff, and her community," said Dr. Ruiz. "I had the honor of working with S  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. David Valadao, R-California, issued the following news release: Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-22) released the following statement after the House voted on four Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) government funding bills. Congressman Valadao voted yes on the FY24 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Bill, the FY24 Defense Appropriations Bill, and the FY24 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill. Congressman Valadao voted no on the FY24 Agriculture, F  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-12) issued the below statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "California lost a trailblazer for women and a political giant today. During half a century of public service, Senator Feinstein broke glass ceilings for women and fought fearlessly for a safer, stronger, more just nation. My deepest condolences go out to her family and loved ones. "  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. -- Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Congressman Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) today announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution to recognize the first Friday of October as Manufacturing Day. The day - which falls on October 6th this year - recognizes the importance of manufacturing to the United States and regions like the Inland Empire. According to recent data, manufa  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-California, issued the following news release: Pomona, CA -- Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein: "California and the world have lost a trailblazer, and I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein who served with grace, dignity, and resolve. Her legacy will serve as a role model for many of us in public office for generations to come. "S  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein. "Senator Dianne Feinstein was a patriot and an incredible champion for the people of California. As California's longest-serving and first female senator, she was a fighter and a trailblazer for women across California and the nation. We worked together to improve California's water  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. John Duarte, R-California, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) sent a letter to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives requesting to have his pay withheld in the event of a government shutdown. "In the event of a government shutdown, federal employees will go without pay while Members of Congress continue receiving their pay. Therefore, I requested that my pay also be withheld if there is a shutdown, u  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Anna G. Eshoo, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Anna G. Eshoo (CA-16) released the following statement today on the death of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "California has lost its great Senator, a woman of many firsts and a woman of enormous integrity. Dianne Feinstein was a courageous leader, going up against the NRA to ban assault weapons, a defender of LGBTQ rights, a voice against torture, and a mentor to countless   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Joshua Harder, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023: Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-9) demanded action from Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough in a new letter outlining the health care crisis at the Stockton VA Clinic. Veterans are dealing with nearly 90-day wait times for appointments and one veteran with diabetes had his leg amputated because he couldn't see a doctor to get his medication. Rep. Harder's letter also inclu  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (CA-02) announced that two projects in his district have been selected by the Bureau of Reclamation to receive $827,366 in appropriated funding to support potential new water reuse and desalination projects to help create new sources of water supply less vulnerable to drought and climate change. The recipients will use the funding to prepare fe  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein: "Senator Dianne Feinstein's loss is one that is being felt deeply across California today. Her legacy championing justice, equality, and human rights, both in California politics and as the longest-serving Senator from our state, has made an indelible mark  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, DC - With just one day remaining until a potential government shutdown, Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) joins in calling out House Republicans for jeopardizing the livelihoods of millions of California residents - including those in the 37th District. If the deadline to fund the government lapses this week because of Republican extremists, families across the state of California w  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) released the following statement after the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein.  "I am heartbroken by the loss of my dear friend Dianne Feinstein," said Congresswoman Matsui. "Dianne was a trailblazer, a giant of California politics, and one of the most brilliant legislative minds we have ever known. She was a champion for equality and a   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Senator Dianne Feinstein's passing. California and the country lost a barrier-breaker and an icon. Through grit, grace and incredible intelligence, she succeeded in politics at a time when few women could. She paved the way fo  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act, which would exempt several federal rental assistance programs from the impact of a government shutdown. The Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act would safeguard critical housing assistance for the most vulnerable such as low-income Americans, seniors, people w  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: "As a parent, I know just how critical a quality education and affordable child care is for working families. There's no question that families across the country are facing a child care crisis brought on by high costs of care and low pay for child care providers. My legislation takes bold steps to tackle workforce challenges and increase investments in Head Start and Early Start programs that are key   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Nanette Barragan, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023: Yesterday, Congresswoman Nanette Barragan (CA-44) led 35 Members in a letter to Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm in support of the Department's proposal to update energy efficiency standards for water heaters. The proposed standards would save homeowners and renters up to $200 per year on electricity bills, improve the nation's energy security, and help tackle the cl  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-California, issued the following statement on Sept. 28, 2023: * * * Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) today released the following statement after re-introducing the Affordable Rabies Treatment for All Act of 2023. "Although rabies is a fatal disease, it is completely preventable if treated quickly. Last year, after being bit by a rabid fox, I was fortunate to have immediate access to the treatment," said Representative Bera, who previously served   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release: Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24) today denounced the Republican leadership of the U.S. House of Representatives for pushing extreme legislation the final week before a government shutdown rather than taking necessary steps to avoid the furloughing of millions of workers and the shuttering of critical services. "Why are we - with hours to go before a government shutdown - wasting precious time debat  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24) issued the following statement on the passing of Dianne Feinstein, senior U.S. Senator for California, former mayor of San Francisco and President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, and author of the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons ban. "Today we lost a titan of California politics. "From her time in local government to the halls of the United States Se  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California passed away. Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) released the following statement: "Senator Feinstein was a trailblazer, a proud Californian, and a relentless legislative titan. From banning assault weapons to protecting reproductive freedom to uncovering human rights abuses by our own government, her legacy is unmatched and her firsts too many to enumerate.   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, DC - Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) today released the following statement in response to the passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein. "I want to send my deepest condolences to the Senator's daughter Katherine, as well as all her family, friends, and loved ones. She was a dedicated public servant to California, a giant in the Senate, and a true trailblazer. "When I first joined Congress, I ha  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023: Today, Representative Kevin Mullin (CA-15) joined Representatives Adam Schiff (CA-30) and Mark Desaulnier (CA-10), to introduce the Eviction Protection Act. This legislation would establish the Office of Eviction Prevention, a new office within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to support and strengthen efforts to ensure that our most vulnerable community members re  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Scott Peters, D-California, issued the following news release: With just four days remaining until a potential government shutdown caused by extreme House Republicans, Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) warned that a shutdown poses serious consequences for San Diego families: "A government shutdown is nothing more than a cruel political stunt that would hurt San Diegans and is in fact very fiscally irresponsible," said Rep. Peters. "San Diego families shouldn't be  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release: Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein: "My thoughts and prayers are with Senator Feinstein's family and loved ones today. Senator Feinstein paved the way for so many women to enter and succeed in public service, helping to break into the 'boys club of politics' and change the mold of who we think is 'ready' and 'capable' of leadership. I fe  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Mark Takano, D-California, issued the following statement: * * * Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "I am deeply saddened by the passing of California's senior Senator, the indomitable Dianne Feinstein. "Long famed for her bipartisan relationships in the Senate, I know Senator Feinstein for her intentional work building bipartisan relationships at the local level, particularly throughout the Inland  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-California, issued the following news release: Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "The longest-serving female senator in our nation's history, Senator Dianne Feinstein spent her career serving her community, defying the odds, and blazing trails for future generations of Californians. Despite our policy differences, I respect her service to our state  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-California, issued the following news release: Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) cosponsored the Pay Our Troops Act (H.R. 5641), a bipartisan bill led by Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) to ensure the men and women of our military continue to receive their salary during a government shutdown. The Pay Our Troops Act ensures that members of the military, as well as certain U.S. Department of Defense civilian employees and contractors,  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2023: Today, Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA08) and Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R-PA01) reintroduced the bipartisan "Student Loan Refinancing and Recalculation Act" (H.R.5710) to address the ballooning student loan debt crisis facing over 40 million American students and their families. According to the White House, total student loan debt in America has reached over $1.6 trillion, approxim  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, Representatives Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Jason Crow (CO-06), Dean Phillips (MN-03), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Dina Titus (NV-01), Susan Wild (PA-07), Bill Keating (MA-09), and Gerry Connolly (VA-11) released this statement urging the Biden Administration to halt the transfer of military financing to Egypt following news of potential foreign influence by the Egyptian government and ongoing concerns of hum  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release on Sept. 28, 2023: Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sanchez (CA-38) introduced legislation to prevent federal projects, buildings, statues, or lands from being named after Donald J. Trump. The No Glory for Hate Act would prohibit the use of federal funds for any project commemorating a president twice impeached by the House of Representatives and would further restrict the benefits afforded to them after  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, issued the following news release: Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Anna Eshoo (CA-16), and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration will distribute $3,334,533 to the San Jose Mineta International Airport for zero emission vehicles under the Airport Improvement Program. The representatives were joined by San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and SJC Airport Director John Aitken in celebratin  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (CA-30), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), and Greg Landsman (OH-01), introduced the Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act, comprehensive, forward-thinking legislation that would make tremendous investments in Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Unfortunately, Head Start programs are dramatically under funded. Schiff's legislation would invest billions   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- House Democratic Caucus issued the following statement: * * * House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement on the passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein: "Today California lost a champion and the United States Congress lost one of its most prolific leaders. "Senator Dianne Feinstein devoted her life to public service and to the betterment of all Californians. She was thrown into the fire when she became Mayor of San Francisco and l  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-California, issued the following statement: * * * Rep. Pete Aguilar issued the following statement on the passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein: "Today California lost a champion and the United States Congress lost one of its most prolific leaders. "Senator Dianne Feinstein devoted her life to public service and to the betterment of all Californians. She was thrown into the fire when she became Mayor of San Francisco and led with grace an  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Maryland, issued the following statement: * * * As our government nears an avoidable shutdown, and we witness a lack of leadership on the Republican side to break this impasse, let us remember and honor the life of Senator Dianne Feinstein: a true stateswoman, dedicated public servant, and bipartisan pragmatist. Senator Feinstein's career in politics spanned decades, positively impacting the state of California and our nation as a whole. Her commitme  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, issued the following statement: * * * U.S. Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), the elected chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation, issued the below statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.): "Our country, state, and the Bay Area have lost a dedicated public servant with the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. "Each of us in the delegation values the moments we spent with her and worked wit  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.). "Today, the nation has truly lost a giant of the U.S. Senate, California has lost its trail-blazing leader, and I lost a real friend and mentor. Senator Dianne Feinstein was one of the finest legislators we have ever seen, and her accomplishments made our country  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement after it was announced that Senator Dianne Feinstein passed away. "Senator Dianne Feinstein was a legendary and iconic public servant and a champion for California and our nation. She put her heart and soul completely into serving her beloved San Francisco, California, and our nation, and we owe her a debt a gratitude for the incredible  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.), and Congressman Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) were joined by over 25 of their colleagues in calling on U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to extend and re-designate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Cameroon. TPS is designated for countries that are deemed unsafe for their citizens to return due to extraordinary   more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-California, issued the following statement on Sept. 28, 2023: * * * Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Dan Newhouse (WA-04) and Executive Vice Chair Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) released the following statements in response to recommendations by the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission in their report released yesterday. "This report highlights what we already know, we must take a proactive approach in combatting catastrophic wildfires," s  more