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June 17, 2021

FAIRFIELD — Solano County-specific projects would receive $20 million in federal funding if a bill that passed the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee makes its way through the full House, the Senate and the White House.

The vote in the committee was 38-26, including support by Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Grove.

The funding includes:


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June 17, 2021

FAIRFIELD — Armijo High student Fayola Fayusi was the grand prize winner in the annual Congressional High School Art Competition in the 3rd District.

Fayusi was recognized for her piece, "Heroes Like Me," and was one of 23 students recognized by Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Grove.


March 4, 2019

Rep. John Garamendi, D-Solano, introduced the Sites Reservoir Protection Act Thursday to provide federal support for the building of Sites Reservoir and other water infrastructures in the Central Valley.


March 4, 2019

North State congressmen from both sides of the political aisle announced a plan Thursday to help provide federal support for the construction of the proposed Sites Reservoir and related water infrastructure in Colusa and Glenn counties.


March 4, 2019

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – On Thursday, Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA) introduced the Sites Reservoir Project Act, H.R.1453, to provide federal support for the construction of Sites Reservoir and related water infrastructure in Colusa and Glenn counties.

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) is the bill's original cosponsor.


March 4, 2019

Northern California congressmen are working together to provide federal support for the building of the Sites Reservoir.

Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Creek, working with Republican Doug LaMalfa of the First District, have introduced the Sites Reservoir Protection Act to support building the reservoir and other water infrastructures in the Central Valley.


February 28, 2019

Problems identified after a pair of at-sea accidents killed 17 sailors in 2017 still persist across the Navy, and those at the top must do more to address them, key lawmakers said Tuesday.

Rep. Rob Wittman, R-Va., said the challenges go beyond specific causes and "will take years of leadership focus and sustained funding to correct."


February 28, 2019

WASHINGTON – Several members of a House panel blasted a top military official during a contentious hearing Wednesday over President Donald Trump's plan to shift $6.1 billion in Pentagon money to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.


February 28, 2019

A day before U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn voted against a measure to block President Donald Trump's declaration of a national emergency to pay for a wall along the border with Mexico, the Colorado Springs Republican sent a letter to the Pentagon raising concerns about redirecting military funding.


February 28, 2019

A bill by Rep. John Garamendi, D-Solano, to preserve the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta's cultural heritage and historical landmarks passed in Congress 363-62, according to a news release.