DeSaulnier Digest
We recently hosted a town hall where we took your questions and discussed Democrats' efforts to support American families, continue growing the economy, and protect personal freedoms.
With the 118th Congress underway, we are hosting a virtual town hall on Thursday,March 2nd at 12:00 p.m. PT for an update on the latest in Washington and to hear more about House Democrats' legislative priorities to support American families.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's Education Listening Tour;
- Mark's efforts with Bay Area colleagues to exonerate the Port Chicago 50; and
- The latest on the Congressman's continued push to increase aviation safety.
EDUCATION LISTENING TOUR
I am excited to share that this week we will be embarking on an Education Listening Tour across our district to hear directly from educators, students, administrators, and staff. We will discuss education challenges and opportunities in CA-10 to help inform my work as a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
In the last two years, President Biden and Congressional Democrats have delivered historic results to the American people, including the creation of a record-breaking 12 millions jobs, the lowering of prescription drug and health care costs, and investments in strengthening our infrastructure.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's gun violence prevention effort;
- Mark's successful bill on aviation safety; and
- Votes the Congressman took last week.
IN THE NEWS
Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed last year, communities across the country are able to strengthen and improve their roads and bridges. Here in the Bay Area, a $400 million investment from this bill is allowing us to ensure the Golden Gate Bridge is fortified to withstand the impacts of a major earthquake.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- Mark's leadership on aviation safety;
- A round-up of bills the Republican House majority passed to advance their agenda; and
- Congressman DeSaulnier's engagement with constituents in D.C. and in Contra Costa County.
IN THE NEWS
Early Saturday morning, I was proud to (finally) be sworn in as the Representative for California's 10th Congressional District following the election of House Speaker, which was significantly delayed by Republican disunity. I look forward to continuing to serve you in Congress.
Happy holidays! As the year comes to a close, I wanted to share that today we passed a federal budget that included over $21 million in federal funding for 15 projects across Contra Costa County that will have a direct, meaningful impact on our everyday lives by reducing commute times, bolstering public safety, increasing access to education, improving quality of life, and more.
These projects are: