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Last week was full of committee hearings and votes in D.C. as members prepared to head back to the districts they represent for the July 4th holiday. In committee, I supported a comprehensive bill to meet water needs both in our community and across the country, and on the House Floor, I joined my Democratic colleagues in opposing the extreme, right-wing provisions included in government funding bills. Now back in the East Bay, I look forward to connecting with you in our community this week. I hope you have a safe, happy, and meaningful Fourth of July!
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest you will find information on:
- Mark's opposition to political and partisan vote to hold Attorney General in contempt;
- Mark's efforts on the House Education & the Workforce Committee to support workers; and
- A meeting with gun violence prevention advocates.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATES
AT A GLANCE
In this week's Digest you will find more information on:
- Mark’s leadership in federal oversight of prisons;
- How our office recognized both Mental Health Awareness Month and AANHPI Month; and
- Congressman DeSaulnier’s efforts to improve transportation accessibility.
IN THE NEWS
Memorial Day is an opportunity for us to honor those who paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. We attended Memorial Day events around the district to pay tribute to the brave men and women who laid down their lives for our nation. As we mark Memorial Day, we are proud to honor their memories and restate our commitment to supporting servicemembers and military families.
Following the near-miss incident at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in 2017 when an arriving Air Canada flight came dangerously close to landing on a taxiway occupied by four aircraft loaded with more than 1,000 passengers, I spent two years researching aviation and near-miss incidents in consultation with experts in the field in order to author the Safe Landings Act and other important aviation innovation measures to protect the flying public and ensure the United States remains a global leader in aviation.