Press Releases
Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) voted yesterday to support H.R. 1249, the "America Invents Act." This bipartisan legislation paves the way to modernize the United Sates patent system and help spark innovation.
Washington, DC – In continuing her leadership role standing up for working families, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) is announcing legislation that would ensure home care workers get the wage protections they deserve. Congresswoman Sánchez yesterday introduced the Direct Care Job Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 2341) which protects home care workers and improves direct care services for seniors and people with disabilities.
Congresswoman introduces bill to rename La Mirada Post Office
Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda Sánchez introduced legislation (H.R. 2158) yesterday to honor the accomplishments of long-time civic leader and public servant, the Honorable Wayne Grisham by designating the U.S. Post Office located at 14901 Adelfa Drive, La Mirada, CA, as the "Wayne Grisham Post Office."
Local Vietnam Veteran Calls on President to Designate National Day of Recognition
Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) today joined U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) to lead Senate and House colleagues of both parties in sending a letter to President Obama requesting that he designate March 29as "National Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day." This proclamation would honor Vietnam veterans each year on the date the last American combat forces withdrew from Vietnam, according to the terms of the Treaty of Paris.
Washington, DC – On Tuesday, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-39) continued her commitment to listening to and addressing the concerns of her constituents by holding a telephone town hall meeting with more than 5,400 constituents.
Washington, DC–Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez joined Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer and House Democrats at a press conference to unveil the "Make It in America" agenda, which supports American manufacturing and creates jobs. Congresswoman Sánchez' remarks are below.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez released the following statement regarding the death of Osama bin Laden, the mastermind behind the September 11th terror attacks against the United States:
Congresswoman introduces bill to help prevent bullying and harassment
Washington, DC –On Friday, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez introduced bi-partisan legislation that helps ensure a safe learning environment at schools nationwide. The Safe Schools Improvement Act (H.R. 1648) would help provide schools with the resources they need to prevent school bullying and reduce the rising drop-out rate.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez today issued the following statement on the passing of former Assemblyman and Cerritos College Trustee Bob Epple, who lost a long battle with leukemia:
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez released the following statement in response to the fact sheets the White House issued regarding the U.S.-Colombia Trade Agreement and Action Plan.
"It is a good first step that Colombia will reform its labor laws and begin to crack down on violence against union organizers. However, it is a first step that does not make it safe to be a union member or human rights advocate in Colombia.