DeSaulnier Digest
In the midst of the demonstrations to draw attention to racial injustice and the need for police reform, our nation also celebrated Juneteenth. Watch below as I reflect on the history of Juneteenth and the history and implications of racism in the United States.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will also find more information on:
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find information on:
- House Democrats' plans on police reform;
- Upcoming House action; and
- County public health updates.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
House Democrats Advance Legislation on Police Reform
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest, you will find more information on:
- Congressman DeSaulnier's efforts on racial justice and police brutality and
- A read-out of the contact our office has recently had with constituents.
RacialJustice
Eleven weeks after Bay Area stay-at-home orders went into effect, our nation is still in the throes of the coronavirus pandemic. Last week, Congress met to debate ways to help small businesses weather these difficult times.
SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF
ICYMI, we are happy to share a special video message Congressman DeSaulnier taped on Memorial Day. To view, click the image below or click here.
Our frontline workers, small businesses, and everyday Americans need our help as our nation continues to weather the coronavirus pandemic. Democrats in the House developed and passed a plan to get much-needed resources into our communities. That plan, called the HEROES Act, puts nearly $3 trillion toward combatting the economic and health impacts of the virus. Included in the HEROES Act is:
Today, the House passed an interim relief package to provide additional funding to small businesses struggling during the coronavirus pandemic and hospitals treating coronavirus patients. Read more about the interim package below.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
As guidance is updated and new programs are created during this pandemic, we encourage you to visit our dedicated coronavirus page on our website, which includes up-to-date resources from across federal, state, and local governments. Also, check out our updated FAQ guide, which you can find here.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
As coronavirus continues to impact our communities, we want to share updated resources and information for you and your families. We encourage you to visit our dedicated coronavirus page on our website, which includes resources from across the federal, state, and local governments, and check out our FAQ guide, which you can find here.
COVID-19: Resources & Updates
Below, please find an update on the ways Congress, California, and Contra Costa are continuing to combat coronavirus (COVID-19). If you have not already done so, please check out the new section on our website with links to county, state, and federal resources that you and your family may find useful. You can visit it here: /coronavirus-resources
