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Washington, DC – Today,Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) announced that the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs Association (LACPCA) has endorsed H.R. 793, "The Firearm Safety and Buyback Grant Act of 2013." Congresswoman Sánchez introduced H.R. 793 in February to give local law enforcement agencies more options to help promote gun safety and fund comprehensive anti-violence campaigns.
Washington, DC – Today,Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) and 138 House Democrats sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urging them to confirm Tom Perez being as the next Secretary of Labor. This morning, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee voted to approve Perez, sending his nomination to the full Senate for consideration.
Washington, DC – Today,Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) is announcing that she is co-sponsoring the Public Safety and Second Amendment Rights Protection Act of 2013 (H.R. 1565), bipartisan legislation to help prevent guns from falling into the hands of criminals. H.R. 1565 would expand the existing background check system to cover all commercial firearm sales.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38), a member of the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Ranking Member of the Manufacturing Tax Reform Working Group, released the following statement after Republicans held a mark-up of H.R. 807, "The Full Faith and Credit Act."
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) released the following statement after a bipartisan group of Senators ("Gang of Eight") unveiled their plan for immigration reform.
Bill to Level Playing Field for Domestic Producers Added to Manufacturing Agenda
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38), along with Rep. Billy Long (R-MO), has introduced the Enforcing Orders and Reducing Customs Evasion (ENFORCE) Act (H.R. 1440). This bipartisan legislation will help U.S. Customs and Border Protection enforce trade rules and prevent illegal imports. The ENFORCE Act would establish new procedures for investigating claims against foreign manufacturers for evading anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez today criticized House Republicans during a House Committee on Ways and Means hearing which explored the possibility of defaulting on America's debt rather than raising the debt ceiling.
Congresswoman Sánchez' remarks are below. To see a video clip of the Congresswoman's statement, click here.
"I want to thank the Chairman and the Ranking Member.
Washington, DC –Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) has introduced legislation (H. Res 138) which would give overdue recognition to thousands of Vietnam War veterans by designating March 30, 2013 as "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day." March 30 is intended to commemorate the day when the last United States combat troops completed their service and left Vietnam. This year marks 40 years since U. S. Armed Forces completed the withdrawal of combat troops from Vietnam.
Congresswoman Announces Inaugural "Fan Favorite" Contest
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) is pleased to announce the start of her annual Congressional Arts Competition for high school students, also known as "An Artistic Discovery." Congresswoman Sánchez is also announcing her first ever "Fan Favorite" art contest, in which the public will be able to vote for their favorite piece from the Congressional Arts Competition.
Congresswoman introduces Safe Schools Improvement Act to help prevent bullying
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) introduced The Safe Schools Improvement Act, which would help ensure a safe learning environment at schools nationwide. This bi-partisan legislation would give schools more resources they need to prevent school bullying and reduce the rising drop-out rate.