DeSaulnier Digest
In California and across the country, we see the devastating impacts of climate change firsthand. I'm hosting an Environmental and Climate Change Town Hall on August 31st from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. to provide updates on the impact of climate change, including on natural disasters and water security, and Democrats' efforts in Congress to combat the climate crisis and create good-paying jobs in a clean energy economy. I will also answer your questions live.
I hope you will join us for a Youth Mental Health Town Hall and Resource Fair at the John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center at 2540 East Street in Concord tomorrow,August 22nd from 1 – 3:30 p.m. We will hear from special guest expert panelists, including Gigi Crowder of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Contra Costa, Ade Gobir of the Contra Costa County Office of Education, Natalia Garcia of Common Sense Media, Anna Sabio and Dr.
As both a former small business owner and a longtime public servant, I am committed to providing first-rate constituent service, restoring trust in government, and being accessible and accountable to you. For these efforts, I was proud to be recognized by the Congressional Management Foundation, a nonpartisan nonprofit whose mission is to build trust and effectiveness in Congress, as the winner of the 2023 Democracy Award in Constituent Accessibility and Accountability.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's joint town hall with Congressman Swalwell in Dublin;
- Mark's concerns over the unfair impact of proposed new bridge tolls; and
- Funding Mark secured to improve the juvenile justice system in Contra Costa.
DUBLIN TOWN HALL
Improving access to mental health care is personal to me and one of my top priorities in Congress. I recently had the honor of joining President Biden at the White House to celebrate landmark action his Administration is taking to increase access to mental health services by strengthening health parity so more Americans can get the quality, affordable care they need. I look forward to continuing my efforts in Congress to address our nation’s mental health crisis.
Are you wondering what Democrats are working on in Congress? Curious about how our efforts will help Tri-Valley families? I’m hosting a joint town hall with Congressman Eric Swalwell on Monday, July 31st at the Shannon Community Center in Dublin where we’ll talk about these topics and more, and answer your questions. We hope you can join us there at 6:30 p.m.
Today marks the 79th anniversary of the explosion at Port Chicago, which killed 320 sailors and civilians and injured 390 more. In the aftermath of the explosion, which was the worst home front disaster in World War II, 50 African American men who bravely stood up against unsafe working conditions were discriminately charged with and convicted of mutiny. In their honor, I am leading the fight in Congress to exonerate these men and restore honor to their names.
Sincerely,
Mark DeSaulnier
Member of Congress
Don't forget to RSVP for TONIGHT'S Transportation Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. To join us, click here or on the image below.
Hope to see you there!
Happy 4th of July! Today we reflect on our progress as a nation and continue our work to build a more perfect union. We celebrated with the cities of Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Moraga, and Martinez with our favorite 4th of July traditions including flag raising ceremonies, delicious food, and outdoor festivals. Wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day!
Don't forget to RSVP for tomorrow's town hall in Concord at 6:30 p.m. by clicking here or on the image below. I will be providing an update on our work in Congress, discussing the issues most important to our community, and taking your questions. The event will also be streamed live on my Facebook page if you are unable to join us in person.
Hope to see you there!