Press Releases
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (D-CA), spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives today to recognize the Honorable Joseph Esquivel for his 39 years of public service to the people of Lakewood, California.
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez released the following statement after an 8.9 magnitude earthquake and devastating tsunami struck Japan. A tsunami warning has been issued across the Pacific Ocean, including California.
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) joined President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Education Secretary Arne Duncan, and Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius at the White House for a Conference on Bullying Prevention.
Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda Sánchez is pleased to announce her annual Congressional Arts Competition, also known as "An Artistic Discovery," for high school students.
Washington, DC – On Monday, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez introduced a House Resolution (H. Res. 117) honoring the life of Baseball Hall-of-Famer and Dodgers great, Edwin Donald "Duke" Snider. Snider passed away on Sunday February 27, 2011 at the age of 84. The Congresswoman released this statement following the introduction of the resolution:
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Linda T.
Congresswoman introduces bill for more high school counselors
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez introduced the "Put School Counselors Where They're Needed Act" (H.R. 667). This legislation would provide vital funding for high schools with high drop-out rates to hire additional counselors.
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez met with Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki to discuss VA department needs and address crucial issues facing the nation's veterans.
Washington, DC – On Wednesday, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez continued her monthly veterans' outreach program and named Operation Desert Storm veteran Brian Moralez as the 39th Congressional District's "Veteran of the Month" for January 2011. Mr. Moralez was chosen by Congresswoman Sánchez's Veterans Advisory Council.
Washington, DC – On Wednesday, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez continued her monthly veterans' outreach program and named retired U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Arthur (Art) Steinbroner as the 39th Congressional District's "Veteran of the Month" for December 2010. Mr. Steinbroner was chosen by Congresswoman Sánchez' Veterans Advisory Council.