DeSaulnier Digest
AT A GLANCE
In this Digest, you will find information on:
- Mark's op-ed in The Hill about his efforts alongside House Democrats to avoid a debt default;
- Congressman DeSaulnier's votes this week, including one in support of a humane immigration system;
- Mark's continued work to save local journalism.
IN THE NEWS
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find more information on:
- Mark's efforts to help the U.S. avoid an economically disastrous debt default;
- A busy district work period that included a town hall and Education Listening Tour visits; and
- The CA-10 winner of this year's Congressional Art Competition.
MARK LEADS DEMOCRATS' EFFORT TO AVERT DISASTROUS DEFAULT
Don't forget to RSVP for our town hall happening today at 6:30 p.m. at Stanley Middle School by clicking here or on the image below. I will provide an update on the latest in Congress and take your questions.
Come join us for a town hall on May 2nd from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Stanley Middle School in Lafayette. I will provide an update on the latest in Congress and take your questions on the issues that matter most in our community.
Hearing directly from members of our community at town halls is one of my favorite parts of this job and I got another chance to do that at last week's in-person town hall in Oakley. It was a great opportunity to get out to a new city in our district and provide an update on the latest in Congress. Thank you to everyone who came out and participated with thoughtful questions and comments.
Join me for an in-person town hall on Thursday, April 13th from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.for an update on the latest in Congress. We will discuss the issues most important in our community and take your questions.
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
With the busy travel season just around the corner, our office and the U.S. passport agency are receiving an extremely high volume of inquiries. Based on current demand and processing times, we encourage you to submit your passport applications at least 4-5 months in advance to be sure you are prepared for any international travel.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's Virtual Office Hours;
- Federal funding Mark secured to benefit Contra Costa County; and
- The annual Congressional High School Art Competition Mark is hosting.
IN THE COMMUNITY
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Mark's efforts to support students as a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce;
- A tribute on the House Floor to notable Contra Costan; and
- Congressman DeSaulnier's engagement with constituents in D.C.
IN COMMITTEE: DEMOCRATS SUPPORT STUDENTS