DeSaulnier Digest
As 2018 comes to an end, my colleagues and I are preparing for the new Democratic Majority that begins in January. Details on what we are doing to get ready and our priorities for the new Congress are included below.
AT A GLANCE
In this week's edition of the DeSaulnier Digest you will find updates on:
Please join me in taking a moment to reflect on the devastation caused by the wildfires raging across our state and sending our sincere thanks to the firefighters, first responders, volunteers, and good samaritans helping with the recovery. Our deepest condolences are with our fellow Californians who have been impacted by the wildfires.
We are pleased to unveil the new look of our weekly newsletter. This new design features a cleaner, modern design that will better serve constituents by connecting you with the latest news and issues impacting our community, providing new opportunities to directly share your opinion with me, and sharing the services my office provides. This new streamlined design will better serve residents who are reading updates on-the-go on their mobile devices, while still connecting with those using desktop.
During the month of October, we have been busy hosting events across the district and meeting with local residents. A snapshot of our work throughout Contra Costa and in Washington, DC is below.
MARK'S LEGISLATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Legislation to Curb Fraudulent Prescriptions Signed into Law as Part of Bipartisan, Bicameral Opioid Package
I hope you will consider joining us for our upcoming town hall in Richmond. During the town hall I will provide an update on what is happening in Washington, DC, answer your questions, and share information on the services my office can provide. Details for the town hall are below.
Richmond Town Hall
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lovonya DeJean Middle School
Multipurpose Room
3400 Macdonald Avenue
Richmond, CA 94805
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m.
This past week, was a historic week for our country as the nation was gripped by the confirmation process of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.
At our upcoming town hall in Richmond, we will be discussing what is happening in Washington, DC, and I will take your questions on topics ranging from legislation we are working on in Congress, the Supreme Court confirmation process, and much more. Details for the town hall are below. We hope to see you there!
Last week, while much of Capitol Hill and the media were focused on the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing on the sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, we were hard at work passing multiple bills to make our aviation system safer, address the opioid epidemic, recognize our nation's dedicated youth, and honor a former dedicated civil servant of the Richmond community.
More on our legislative accomplishments and my position on the Kavanuaugh confirmation below.
As the House of Representatives returns to Washington this week, below is a snapshot of our work last week across Contra Costa County.
EAST BAY BIDEN CANCER COMMUNITY SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS
SPECIAL UPDATE: MARK'S LEGISLATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
DeSaulnier Bills to Improve Local Water Infrastructure & Honor Local Civil Servant Pass the House
We are proud to announce that last week, despite the condensed schedule due to Hurricane Florence, two bills we authored unanimously passed the House of Representatives. The bills now head to the Senate for consideration. Pleae find more information on our bills below:
Dear Contra Costa Residents:
