The DeSaulnier Digest: House Democrats Supporting Workers, the Environment, and Infrastructure Improvements
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Mark's efforts to protect the environment and American consumers from House Republicans' Polluters Over People Act;
- Congressman DeSaulnier's activities at committee hearings; and
- Visitors to D.C. from the Bay Area.
ON THE HOUSE FLOOR
Congressman DeSaulnier Opposes Giveaway to Fossil Fuel Companies
Last week, House Republicans advanced their number one legislative priority, the Polluters Over People Act (H.R. 1), a bill that would speed up the approval of new fossil fuel projects that could be harmful to the environment and gut protections for clean water. Congressman DeSaulnier spoke in opposition to the legislation and touted California's leadership on the issue of clean water and water conservation. Despite Congressman DeSaulnier's opposition, H.R. 1 passed the House by a vote of 225-to-204. To see Congressman DeSaulnier's remarks on the bill, click here or on the image below.
IN COMMITTEE
DeSaulnier Highlights the Need for Strong Worker Protections
At a recent hearing at the Committee on Education and the Workforce, Congressman DeSaulnier spoke with a leading economist about the importance of strong worker protections like unions and a fair minimum wage, to address inequality and empower workers. You can watch the exchange here or by clicking on the image below.
Mark Highlights the Importance of Accommodating a Changing Workforce and Transit
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which passed with Congressman DeSaulnier's support, provided billions in funding for improvements to roadways and expansion of electric vehicles. At a recent hearing before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Congressman DeSaulnier highlighted the issues the Bay Area faces on the strategic roll out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and how remote work can provide opportunities to reduce road congestion and increase innovation in other modes of transit. To see the full exchange, click here or on the image below.
CA-10 IN DC
Congressman DeSaulnier met with a number of Bay Area and California groups and organizations in our D.C. office to talk about the issues most important in our community. Thank you to everyone who stopped by!
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