113th Congress
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.
Washington,D.C. – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) released thefollowing statement after the House passed S. 47, the Senate version of theViolence Against Women Act (VAWA) re-authorization.
Monterey Park, CA – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) today announced legislation she has introduced in Congress to prevent gun violence and assist law enforcement agencies with developing gun buyback programs. Congresswoman Sánchez unveiled The Firearm Safety and Buyback Grant Act of 2013 (H.R.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) has been named Ranking Member of the House Committee on Ways and Means Manufacturing Tax Reform Working Group. Congresswoman Sánchez and Chair Jim Gerlach (R-PA) will lead this working group in reviewing current tax law regarding the manufacturing sector and report back their findings to the full House Committee on Ways and Means.
Washington,DC- Incontinuing her commitment to recognize the hardworking and under-appreciatedschool counselors throughout our country, Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38)introduced House Resolution 60 honoring February 4-8, 2013 as "National SchoolCounseling Week."
Cerritos, CA – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) released the following statement today in honor of Black History Month:
Cerritos,CA – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-38) released thefollowing statement after President Obama announced his vision forcomprehensive immigration reform during a speech in Las Vegas today: