Press Releases
November 8, 2005
Washington, DC - In an effort to restore and strengthen the Voting Rights Act in its upcoming reauthorization, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) submitted the following remarks into the record for the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution’s hearing today, “Voting Rights Act: Section 203: Bilingual Election Requirements.”
"Thank you Chairman Chabot and Ranking Member Nadler for convening this important hearing today on “Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act, the Bilingual Election Requirements.”
"Thank you Chairman Chabot and Ranking Member Nadler for convening this important hearing today on “Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act, the Bilingual Election Requirements.”
Issues:Civil Rights and Equality
November 4, 2005
“Good morning. I am Congresswoman Linda Sánchez from California, vice-chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Civil Rights Task Force.
“This week, President Bush nominated Judge Samuel Alito to serve on the United States Supreme Court to fill the vacancy left by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. This is a lifetime appointment to the highest court in our country. The Supreme Court’s decisions have a profound impact on our civil rights and liberties now and in the future.
“This week, President Bush nominated Judge Samuel Alito to serve on the United States Supreme Court to fill the vacancy left by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. This is a lifetime appointment to the highest court in our country. The Supreme Court’s decisions have a profound impact on our civil rights and liberties now and in the future.
November 2, 2005
Alito Seen as Threat to Women’s Rights if Confirmed as Supreme Court Justice
Washington, D.C. Today on the steps of the Supreme Court, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) joined other leading women Members of Congress to express deep concern over the extreme views of Supreme Court Justice nominee, Judge Samuel Alito, on issues facing women in America. Rep. Sánchez was joined by Members Louise M. Slaughter of New York and fellow Californians Barbara Lee, Hilda Solis, and Lynn Woolsey.
Washington, D.C. Today on the steps of the Supreme Court, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) joined other leading women Members of Congress to express deep concern over the extreme views of Supreme Court Justice nominee, Judge Samuel Alito, on issues facing women in America. Rep. Sánchez was joined by Members Louise M. Slaughter of New York and fellow Californians Barbara Lee, Hilda Solis, and Lynn Woolsey.
Congresswoman Linda Sánchez Applauds Reinstatement of the Davis-Bacon Act for Workers in Gulf Region
October 26, 2005
Washington, DC- Congresswoman Linda Sanchez, co-chair of the Labor and Working Families Caucus, issued the following statement today as the Bush Administration announced the Davis-Bacon Act will be reinstated for reconstruction projects along the Gulf Coast related to Hurricane Katrina. The act, which had been temporarily waived, ensures that workers hired for government projects are paid prevailing local wages, usually the union rate.
October 18, 2005
As Hearings Begin, Sánchez Seeks to Strengthen Sections 5 and 203
Washington, DC- In an effort to restore and strengthen the Voting Rights Act in its upcoming reauthorization, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez submitted these remarks into the record for the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution’s hearing today, “Examining the Impact and Effectiveness of the Voting Rights Act”.
Washington, DC- In an effort to restore and strengthen the Voting Rights Act in its upcoming reauthorization, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez submitted these remarks into the record for the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution’s hearing today, “Examining the Impact and Effectiveness of the Voting Rights Act”.
Issues:Civil Rights and Equality
October 11, 2005
Paramount- In an effort to improve traffic flow and safety, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez secured $320,000 in federal funding for repair and improvements to Bloomfield Avenue in Hawaiian Gardens. The funding came from the Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (TEA-LU) that was signed into law on August 10th. On Tuesday, Congresswoman Sánchez attended the Hawaiian Gardens City Council meeting to present a ceremonial check of the funds to the city.
October 8, 2005
Democratic Hispanic Radio Address
Congresswoman Linda Sánchez
Air Date: October 8, 2005
“Good morning. I am Congresswoman Linda Sánchez from California.
“This week, President Bush nominated Harriet Miers, one of his closest friends, to serve on the United States Supreme Court a lifetime appointment on the highest court in our country. The Supreme Court’s decisions have serious implications for our civil rights and our liberties."
Congresswoman Linda Sánchez
Air Date: October 8, 2005
“Good morning. I am Congresswoman Linda Sánchez from California.
“This week, President Bush nominated Harriet Miers, one of his closest friends, to serve on the United States Supreme Court a lifetime appointment on the highest court in our country. The Supreme Court’s decisions have serious implications for our civil rights and our liberties."
October 7, 2005
Sánchez speaks out in Small Business Committee Condemning Unethical Contracting and Poverty Wages that will Impede Revitalization of the Gulf Coast Region
October 4, 2005
LAKEWOOD-Supporting efforts to improve Southern California’s air quality, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez participated in the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (AQMD) “Ride n’ Drive” event today to promote everyday usage of alternative fuel technologies. Through this program, the AQMD is promoting the use of low and zero emission vehicles. Congresswoman Sánchez test drove the Mercedes Benz Hydrogen, the Toyota Prius Hybrid, and the Honda Hydrogen Fuel Cell cars.
September 28, 2005
Bullying, Cyberbullying and Gang Prevention Language Included in Dept. of Justice Reauthorization Act
Passed by House Today
Washington, D.C. - Working to help keep our communities safe, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) assisted passage today of the Department of Justice Reauthorization Act (H.R. 3402) which contains part of her bi-partisan “Bullying and Gang Prevention for School Safety and Crime Reduction Act of 2005” (H.R.283). The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 415 to 4.
Passed by House Today
Washington, D.C. - Working to help keep our communities safe, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) assisted passage today of the Department of Justice Reauthorization Act (H.R. 3402) which contains part of her bi-partisan “Bullying and Gang Prevention for School Safety and Crime Reduction Act of 2005” (H.R.283). The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 415 to 4.