Press Releases
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.
“While I can appreciate the many business considerations of reopening the Supercenter, the livelihoods of 530 of my constituents whose lives were upended in April remains my primary concern.
Washington, DC- Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (D-Whittier) tonight issued the following statement on the death of Nohemi Gonzalez, an alumni of Whittier High School, in the terror attacks in Paris, France:
“I am deeply saddened to hear that Nohemi Gonzalez was a victim in last evening’s terrorist attacks in Paris. From the bottom of my heart: I extend my condolences to her family and friends. May the outpouring of love from our community help strengthen and comfort the Gonzalez family during this heartbreaking time.
Washington, D.C.— On Tuesday, Representatives Linda Sánchez (D-CA) and Todd Young (R-IN) introduced legislation to address a steep decline in charitable vehicle donations that is negatively impacting non-profits across the country.
Washington, DC- Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38), a member of the House Select Committee on Benghazi, today issued the following statement after the hearing with Secretary Clinton:
“It is unfortunate that after 10 hours of clear and definitive testimony from former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, this committee has not uncovered anything that has changed the essential facts that we already know. The families of Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Glen Doherty and Tyrone Woods deserved better. The American people deserved better.
Washington, DC- Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38), a member of the Select Committee on Benghazi, today issued a response to House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s stunning admission on Fox News about the Benghazi Committee’s true political purpose:
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, today called on Speaker John Boehner to act on comprehensive immigration reform before he retires:
“I commend Speaker Boehner for leading this institution with dignity and I thank him for his service to our country. I am sure this was a difficult decision and I wish him well as he begins the next chapter in his life.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Chairwoman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, today released the following statement on Pope Francis’ address to Congress:
“Few words can describe the feeling of being in the House chamber this morning. As the daughter of immigrant parents, as a Catholic, as a Latina, I am overjoyed.
“Today, Pope Francis spoke to all faiths and parties. He shared with us a message that is critically needed in Congress and our nation.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38), a member of the Ways and Means Committee, today issued the following statement on ending the carried interest tax provision:
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38), Co-Chair of the Labor and Working Families Caucus, today issued the following statement on President Obama's executive order requiring federal contractors to offer their employees up to seven days of paid sick leave per year – benefiting more than 300,000 federal contractors: