Press Releases

Congressman Robert Garcia and Senator Jon Ossoff’s Bipartisan Bill to Cut Red Tape & Save Taxpayer Dollars Passes U.S. House
May 6, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) and Senator Jon Ossoff’s (D-GA) bipartisan bill to cut waste and improve government service has passed the U.S. House. The Eliminate Useless Reports Act is co-led by Senator James Lankford (R-OK) in the Senate and Representative Glenn Grothman (R-WI-06) in the House. The legislation will increase government efficiency by eliminating unnecessary federal agency reports to Congress, saving taxpayer dollars and allowing agencies to focus on their core missions.
Issues: Strengthening our Safety Net for Vulnerable Americans
Congressman Robert Garcia Announces Major Step Forward Towards Justice for Victims of Exide
May 3, 2024
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Long Beach, CA – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia announced an important milestone towards a Superfund Designation, which would fund lead contamination cleanup, for neighborhoods in Southeast Los Angeles County that were polluted by the former Exide Technologies Inc. facility. Following a preliminary assessment, and as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizes its site investigation, Region 9 of the EPA has written to the State of California seeking the State’s agreement in designating the site as a Superfund site. This moves the community closer to its goal of major federal funding for the cleanup of toxic lead pollution. In February 2023, Congressman Garcia joined California’s Senators seeking a Superfund National Priorities List designation for Exide. 
Issues: Reducing Emissions Through Green Jobs and Technology Protecting Public Health
Congressman Robert Garcia Seeks Transparency from the Department of Defense on their Decision to Oppose Arizona Housing Bill
April 19, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Garcia wrote a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, seeking information regarding the Department of Defense’s decision to oppose the bipartisan Arizona HB 2570, the Arizona Starter Homes Act. The letter can be found here. 
Issues: Providing Safe, Affordable Housing for Every American
Congressman Robert Garcia Introduces Resolution Recognizing Importance and Contributions of Neurodivergent People
April 2, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – On World Autism Awareness Day, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives recognizing the importance and contributions of neurodivergent people to our country. The resolution acknowledges the diverse talents of neurodivergent individuals, estimated to make up 15 to 20 percent of the world's population.
Issues: Upholding Civil Rights
Congressman Robert Garcia Leads House Introduction Of The Hatch Act Enforcement Transparency And Accountability Act
April 1, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) introduced the Hatch Act Enforcement Transparency and Accountability Act.

Issues: Defending Democracy Fighting to Get Big Money out of Politics
Congressman Robert Garcia Secures Long Beach City College Nearly $1 Million in Federal Funding to Train “Space Beach” Workforce and Bolster Aerospace Program
March 27, 2024
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Long Beach, CA. – Thanks to the advocacy of Congressman Robert Garcia, Long Beach City College (LBCC) will receive $963,000 from the Community Project Funding to update the college's engineering and aerospace programs.

Issues: Eliminating Student Debt Raising Wages for Working Families Supporting Unions and Working People
Congressman Robert Garcia Demands Response From Luxury Retailer Loro Piana Regarding Reports of Inequity For Indigenous Workers
March 19, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) sent a letter to luxury retailer Loro Piana’s Chairman Antoine Arnault and CEO Damien Bertrand regarding recent reports about the sourcing of their vicuña wool.

Issues: Supporting Unions and Working People
Congressman Garcia Secures Over $15 Million For Local Projects In Government Funding Package
March 14, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) announced that $15,708,979 in new federal funding is headed to Long Beach and Southeast LA to support vital community projects.

Issues: Providing Safe, Affordable Housing for Every American Reducing Emissions Through Green Jobs and Technology Strengthening our Safety Net for Vulnerable Americans
Congressman Garcia Leads 36 California Colleagues In Calling On FEMA To Reimburse Local Governments For Funds Spent Supporting A COVID-19 Pandemic Homeless Program
March 12, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) led 36 members of the California delegation in calling on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to fully reimburse local governments across California for millions of dollars spent on shelter options for high-risk people experiencing homelessnes

Issues: Strengthening our Safety Net for Vulnerable Americans
ICYMI: Congressman Garcia Demands USCIS Re-Assess Policy Regarding Strict Translation Requirements for Immigrants
February 22, 2024
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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs, led a group of Latino Members of Congress in sending a letter to U.S.

Issues: Fighting for Immigrant Families