DeSaulnier Digest
As we celebrated Labor Day, I reflected on how essential the Labor Movement has been to our democracy by giving a voice to American workers & building the middle class. As a former labor union member and as a former small business owner, I have seen on both sides how important it is for workers to have a voice in their workplace. In this time of record-breaking inequality, we must continue our work.
With the Biden Administration having concluded the evacuation from Afghanistan, our office remains deeply concered about the safety and security of Americans on the ground and our Afghan partners and stands ready to help however we can.
Don't miss the chance to join me and Representative McNerney for an update on our work in Congress on behalf of the Bay Area TONIGHT at 5:30 p.m. PT. To join the virtual conversation, RSVP before 3:30 p.m. PT today by clicking here or on the image below.
Tomorrow August 17th at 6:00 p.m. PT, I am hosting a town hall on addressing the growing behavioral and mental health crisis. With millions more Americans struggling with mental health issues following the pandemic, this conversation is more important than ever.
Dear Mr. Merge:
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- The latest installment of the Discussions with DeSaulnier Series;
- Recent legislation to protect consumers and public health;
- Congressman DeSaulnier's Work to Support Caregivers as Chair of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee; and
- The 2021 Congressional App Challenge.
DISCUSSIONS WITH DESAULNIER
This Saturday, we came together to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Port Chicago disaster. I was humbled to join the Friends of Port Chicago at the site of this tragedy to honor the lives lost and reflect on the work still ahead of us in the pursuit of racial justice.
AT A GLANCE
In this Digest, you will find information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's efforts to support healthy meals in schools;
- His work with the Oversight Committee to get justice for victims of the opioid epidemic; and
- How Democrats are taking action to cut child poverty in half.
WASHINGTON UPDATE
Congressman DeSaulnier Introduces Bill to Help Provide Healthy Meals to Students
Virtual Office Hours are back this Thursday, July 8th and you can now sign up for a one-on-one meeting with me. I want to hear from you and answer your questions about legislation and what is happening in Congress. My office can also provide assistance with federal issues like Social Security, Medicare, and IRS-related items.