The DeSaulnier Digest: Fighting Back
The new Administration proposed an illegal federal funding freeze last week that would impact essential government programs ranging from Meals on Wheels to Head Start. Although it has been temporarily stopped by the courts, this funding freeze remains a threat to programs that serve the American people.
I visited a local Head Start campus in Concord to meet with administrators and teachers to hear firsthand how the Trump Administration's move to cut off federal funding would affect their ability to provide the quality early childhood education families in our community rely on. Our team has also been connecting with local government and nonprofit partners to learn how these executive actions would impact CA-10 and millions of people across the country.
Sincerely,
Mark DeSaulnier
Member of Congress
Mark Continues Push for Refinery Safety and Oversight Amidst Fire at Martinez Refining Company
Our team has been closely monitoring the situation at the Martinez Refining Company after a massive blaze broke out on Saturday afternoon. We will continue to work with our local, state, and federal partners to ensure the safety of the greater Martinez community. Congressman DeSaulnier has a long history of working to increase safety at refineries and hold refining companies accountable for corporate irresponsibility that puts workers and our communities at risk.
IN THE NEWS
Mark Responds to DCA Midair Collision with KTVU
As a longtime leader in increasing aviation safety standards and member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s Subcommittee on Aviation, Mark joined KTVU News following the tragic collision in the D.C. area about the importance of a thorough investigation to get to the root cause of the incident and to prevent future tragedies. To hear his thoughts, click here or on the image below.
He also joined ABC7 News to discuss the incident and the President’s baseless and despicable claims in the wake of this catastrophe.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Congressman DeSaulnier Hosts Town Hall on Preparing for the New Congress and Administration
Mark hosted his first town hall of the year in Walnut Creek to discuss the actions of the new Administration and the path forward to preserve our personal freedoms, funding for programs millions of Americans rely on, and our democracy. If you missed this important conversation, it's available to watch on Facebook and YouTube.
Mark Kicks Off Valentines for Veterans Program at Local Elementary School
Congressman DeSaulnier joined second graders at Parkmead Elementary School in Walnut Creek as they honored veterans in our community by creating handmade Valentine's Day cards for veterans in our district. Later this month, our team will deliver these valentines to local veterans as a token of our community's gratitude for their service.
Congressman DeSaulnier Connects with Local Government Partners
On the first of his visits to city councils in the new Congress, Mark joined the Lafayette City Council meeting to discuss how our office can support the city at a federal level and to share updates from Washington, D.C. In the coming weeks, Congressman DeSaulnier will meet with other cities across CA-10.
Brentwood Celebrates Long-Awaited Sand Creek Road Extension
Team DeSaulnier joined the City of Brentwood and local agencies to mark the opening of the Sand Creek Road Extension project, which will alleviate traffic congestion on surrounding streets and provide Brentwood residents and emergency personnel a safer and faster route to hospitals in Antioch.
Team DeSaulnier Recognizes Congressional App Challenge Participants
Our team hosted an award ceremony in San Ramon for this year's CA-10 Congressional App Challenge participants who highlighted their creativity and coding savvy with their unique applications. Congratulations to Dublin High School students Anish Ummadi, Josh Zeng, Vikrant Ganesan, and Sudith Thota for creating the winning app!
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