Press Releases
Congresswoman encourages organizations to file a yearly tax return or "e-postcard" by Monday
Washington, DC –Rep. Linda Sánchez reminded local tax-exempt organizations to file a tax return by Monday, May 17, 2010 in order to avoid losing their tax-exempt status. Approximately 18,000 California nonprofits haven't done it yet.
Local High School Art to be Displayed in Nation's Capitol
Washington, DC – On Saturday, local high school students were announced the winners of Congresswoman Linda Sánchez' 8th Annual 39th Congressional District High School Art Competition.
Samantha Spawton, a Senior at Mayfair High School in Lakewood, took first place with her piece titled, "They're Gonna Eat Me Alive."
Congresswoman votes to create more energy efficient homes, while spurring construction industry
The bill passed the House by a vote of 246-161.
Washington, DC – Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA) has been appointed to the President's Export Council, the principal national advisory committee on international trade. As a member of the council, Rep. Sánchez will advise President Obama on policies and initiatives that improve U.S. trade policy, promote expanded exports, and create jobs in America.
Washington, DC – Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives today to honor teachers across the country, mentioning three outstanding teachers from La Mirada and Whittier in her district.
Washington D.C. – Rep. Linda Sánchez issued the following statement today on the passing of Artesia Councilmember Larry R. Nelson:
"The passing of Councilmember Larry Nelson is a loss to the City of Artesia, but his work will live on in a community in which he truly believed, "every day is a good day."
"Every three days, one of our neighbors doesn’t come home from work to their families.”
Linda Sánchez: "This is the most oppressive piece of legislation since the Jim Crow laws."
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) issued the following statement today following Arizona Governor Jan Brewer's signing of SB 1070, which forces police officers to question anyone they "reasonably suspect" to be an illegal immigrant:
Up to 500,000 CA companies eligible for substantial tax credit now
Washington, DC – Rep. Linda Sánchez (CA-39), sponsor of H. Con. Res. 92, a resolution to honor the National Day of Silence, took time today to bring attention to efforts that will ensure all schools are safe and free of name-calling, bullying, and harassment.