The DeSaulnier Digest: House Democrats Will Not Support Republican Spending Bill that Guts Americans’ Health Care

Dear |*Salutation*|:

I have been clear that I will not support a Republican spending bill that raises health care premiums for over 20 million Americans, paves the way for millions to be thrown off Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act, and gives a blank check to Donald Trump to continue his authoritarian rule. 

Throughout this shutdown, House Democrats have worked tirelessly to convince Republicans to negotiate in good faith with us to come up with a bipartisan spending bill to reopen the government while safeguarding Americans’ heath care. Our calls have gone unanswered. I have heard time and again that affordability continues to be the top concern of families here in CA-10 and across the country. I will continue fighting to lower costs, protect health care, and preserve the rule of law. 

Sincerely,

Mark DeSaulnier
Member of Congress

Congressman DeSaulnier Visits Head Start Center in Concord
​​​​​​​Mark visited with children and teachers at the George Miller Head Start Center in Concord last week where he toured the infant and toddler rooms to learn about the critical programs they offer for CA-10 families. The group also discussed the impact of the government shutdown on Head Start programs.  ​​​​​​​

Mark Volunteers at Food Bank to Pack Boxes for Community
​​​​​​​Congressman DeSaulnier joined a volunteer shift at the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano to prepare shelf stable items for distribution to CalFresh recipients in CA-10. Thanks to the delay in SNAP benefits due to the President's refusal to fully fund the program, nonprofits like the Food Bank and local agencies have seen an increased need for services and have stepped up to ensure no one goes hungry. ​​​​​​​

Congressman DeSaulnier Meets with Mt. Diablo Education Association
​​​​​​​Mark welcomed leaders from the Mt. Diablo Education Association to his Walnut Creek District Office to discuss the challenges teachers face and his work as a senior member of the House Committee on Education and Workforce. ​​​​​​​

Mark Attends Torlakson Whole Child Institute and Building Trades Parents Night
​​​​​​​Congressman DeSaulnier attended a Parents Night hosted by the Torlakson Whole Child Institute and the Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades Council to recognize CA-10 students who are receiving a hands-on technical education. In his remarks, Mark highlighted the importance of investing in apprenticeship programs and offering young people the ability to become skilled in a trade.​​​​​​​

Mark Sits Down for Interview with KRON4 News 
​​​​​​​Congressman DeSaulnier joined KRON4 last week to talk about the news of the day from the record-breaking government shutdown to the retirement of Bay Area legend Nancy Pelosi. To watch the interview, click here.