Press Releases
Washington, DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), and Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY), introduced legislation today that would equip schools with the resources they need to prevent school bullying and harassment. The Safe Schools Improvement Act would promote a safe learning environment and reduce the nation’s growing drop-out rate.
Votes for the Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights
Washington, DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), today pushed and voted for the "Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act," (H.R. 627), which provides crucial protections against unfair - and until now - common credit card practices.
Washington, DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez debuted a "welcome video" on her YouTube channel today. In the video, Sánchez highlights her efforts on behalf of working families, her legislative priorities and shares personal anecdotes.
"YouTube is a great way for my California constituents to find out what I am doing in Washington, get to know my position on issues important to them, and to see a personal side of me," said Rep. Sánchez. "I want my constituents to know that they can connect with me in new ways, and don't just have to sit down and write a letter."
Washington, DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), Co-Chair of the Congressional Labor and Working Families Caucus, introduced legislation that will honor those who have died on the job and draw attention to the need for better enforcement of workplace health and safety laws. Sánchez, along with Reps. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) and Bruce Braley (D-IA), introduced the Workers' Memorial Day resolution today in Congress.
“Unlike his predecessor, President Obama has reached out to hear the concerns and priorities of members on any issue - whether he agrees or not - which is a refreshing approach. Hopes are better than ever for moving forward with legislation to create accessible, affordable, high quality healthcare this year.
Calls threats to close the border unrealistic
Washington DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez today posted information about the swine flu epidemic on her website and urged her constituents to get factual and updated information before becoming alarmed.
"With the news of a public health emergency on swine flu, it is important for people to get updated and factual information," said Rep. Linda Sánchez. "This is a cause for concern that requires everyone to take awareness, but not a cause for panic."
Washington, DC - Rep. Linda Sánchez, who represents the 39th District of California, hosted “Walk to Work with Linda” today to commemorate the 39th Earth Day.” Friends and congressional staffers joined Rep. Sánchez on her walk to Capitol Hill and discussed environmental issues and impact. The first Earth Day, which was celebrated in 1970, brought together millions of people from around the country to demand a safer, cleaner and healthier world.
“It is a sight for sore eyes to see the President present an honest budget, putting an end to years of masking the costs of things we have to pay for, like the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan,” said Rep. Linda Sánchez.