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Environment

September 11, 2015
"When we export LNG, we need to make sure that the export of this natural asset is being conducted by American sailors on American ships. In doing so, we will revitalize America's shipbuilding industry in a big way."

September 8, 2015
Limited number of tickets available to residents of California's 3rd Congressional District

September 7, 2015
Water recycling may be one of the most promising sources of new water for California, but you'd never know it in Washington.

August 31, 2015
Congressman John Garamendi, D-Solano, the former deputy secretary of the U.S. Interior Department and a current member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, has introduced legislation that would restrict private drones within two miles of a wildfire or airport.
Issues: Environment

August 28, 2015
The bill would make it a federal offense, punishable by up to a year in prison or fines, to fly a commercial or private drone over an airport or active wildfire. The legislation is in direct response to several incidents in California where private drones observing wildfires forced firefighting agencies to postpone air response out of fear of collision.
Issues: Environment

August 19, 2015
California is well on its way to meeting EPA's emission reduction goals
Issues: Environment

August 4, 2015
U.S. Rep. John Garamendi (D-Fairfield) pledged to amplify his ongoing work in securing more reliable funding for wildfire management as firefighters continue to battle the raging Rocky Fire and more than 20 other large blazes in California.
Issues: Environment

August 3, 2015
“In Lake County and across the state, we are seeing the dangerous effects of our extreme drought. Our emergency responders are doing the best they can to manage the wildfires and save homes and businesses,” Garamendi said.
Issues: Environment