The DeSaulnier Digest: Wrapping Up a Busy District Work Period
AT A GLANCE
In this Digest, you will find information on:
- Recent town halls Mark hosted;
- Efforts to help end food insecurity in our community; and
- Updates on Mark's legislative efforts.
IN THE COMMUNITY
DeSaulnier Hosts Environmental & Climate Change Town Hall
Congressman DeSaulnier held a town hall at the Orinda Community Center to discuss climate change and environmental issues. The Congressman provided legislative updates and took questions live from the audience. Thanks to everyone who joined us!
Congressman DeSaulnier Hosts Town Hall at Contra Costa Animal Services
DeSaulnier continued August District Work Period by hosting a town hall at Contra Costa Animal Services to provide updates on the work being done in Congress to protect animals big and small and to hear from representatives of the shelter about the important services they provide in our community. Thank you to everyone who attended!
DeSaulnier Visits Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
The Congressman joined the Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano for a tour of their Concord warehouse and to hear from advocates about the critical work they are doing to serve our community and end food insecurity.
IN THE NEWS
Mark Speaks with KTVU about Addressing Food Insecurity
During his site visit at the Food Bank, Mark spoke with KTVU about how food insecurity has been exacerbated by the pandemic, what is being done to meet the needs of our community, and how Congress can help. Tune in by clicking here or on the image below.
Congressman Desaulnier Shares Personal Experience Following Biden Administration Action to Lower Drug Costs
Last week the Biden Administration unveiled the 10 prescription drugs that will be eligible for price negotiation, a major step forward in the implementation of legislation that passed last year aimed at lowering drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries. Included on the list is a drug the Congressman used to take as a cancer survivor. While this drug costs only about $40 a day in Australia, patients in the U.S. pay up to $500 a day for it. Mark spoke with the San Francisco Chronicle about why the Administration's action is so critical for Americans like him who have relied on these medications. Learn more by clicking here or on the image below.
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