Press Releases
Members of Congress highlight what the Obama Administration isn't saying about the deal
Washington, DC–Today, Reps. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), Joseph Crowley (D-NY), Donna F. Edwards (D-MD) and Tim Ryan (D-OH), who first challenged members of Congress who support the repeal of the Affordable Care Act to "walk the walk" and decline their taxpayer-subsidized health benefits in November 2010, introduced a resolution that would require all members of Congress to disclose whether they are enrolled in taxpayer-subsidized health care through the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP).
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.
"Joe made it his priority to make sure Lakewood is a safe, family-friendly, and thriving community in his time as Mayor and as a member of City Council," said Congresswoman Sánchez. "Lakewood would not be the community it is today without his dedication and hard work."
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. Congresswoman Sánchez was invited to the conference because of her leadership in Congress in pushing for anti-bullying legislation.
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. Sánchez (CA-39) joined Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD), Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), and Congressman Keith Ellison (D-MN) at a press conference to address the potentially devastating consequences the Republican Spending Bill will have on the country's ability to out-innovate and out-build our global competitors.
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.
"Secretary Shinseki and I had a very constructive discussion about how to best continue our commitment to the brave men and women who have defended our country and our freedoms," said Congresswoman Sánchez. "We owe it to our veterans to make sure they have the tools to succeed economically when they return from service."