Press Releases
Washington, DC – Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, a member of the Ways and Means Committee, and Co-Chair of the Labor and Working Families Caucus, today released the following statement on the signing of California’s $15 minimum wage law:
Washington, DC – Representatives Linda Sánchez (CA-38) and Paul Cook (CA-8) introduced legislation this week honoring Vietnam War veterans. The resolution designates the last Saturday in March as “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day” and coincides with the anniversary of the day when the last United States combat troops completed their service and left Vietnam.
Washington, DC- Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a member of the Ways and Means Committee, along with Rep. Tom Reed (NY-27), also a member of the Ways and Means Committee, today announced the introduction of HR 4708: the Credit for Caring Act. The bipartisan bill would provide a tax credit for care giving expenses.
Washington, DC- Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a member of the Ways and Means Committee, today released the following statement on the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (H.R.
Washington, DC- Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a member of the Ways and Means Committee, today introduced a resolution to honor the hard work of school counselors across the country by making February 1-5, 2016 "National School Counselors Week."
Washington, DC- Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a member of the Ways and Means Committee, this evening issued the following statement on President Obama’s final State of the Union address to Congress:
“Tonight, the President reminded all of us that we each have a stake -- and a say -- in our country's future.
Washington, DC- Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a member of the Ways and Means Committee, this morning issued the following statement on President Obama’s executive actions to reduce gun violence:
Washington, DC- U.S. Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) and U.S. Congressman Robert Dold (IL-10) today introduced a bipartisan bill to create jobs and promote energy efficiency. The Mechanical Insulation Installation Incentive Act of 2015 would significantly reduce U.S. energy consumption by improving energy efficiency.
Washington, DC- Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, today was named by Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi to the House-Senate conference committee for the customs and trade enforcement legislation.
Washington, DC- Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (D-Whittier) issued the following statement on the reopening of the Pico Rivera Walmart:
“The reopening of the Walmart Supercenter in Pico Rivera is an important development for the city of Pico Rivera and the greater 38th Congressional District. Walmart is a significant contributor to our local economy.