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March 13, 2013
Under the House Republican Medicare voucher plan, seniors would face substantially higher out-of-pocket expenses, since the voucher will not keep pace with private insurance medical inflation. Seniors would pay as much as $1,200 more each year by 2030.

March 7, 2013
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area Act would establish the Delta as a National Heritage Area and would protect and promote the history, resources, and economy of the community.

March 5, 2013
Today, the Congressman joined other transportation leaders in supporting legislation that would ensure all Federal transportation and infrastructure investments support American jobs and domestic manufacturing.

February 28, 2013
This legislation focused the resources, time, and energy of federal, state, and local law enforcement on the task of preventing and stopping domestic abuse, while providing victims of violence with critical services and assistance.

February 27, 2013
Because the Coast Guard plays an indispensible, multifaceted role in facilitating reliable & safe maritime commerce, these mindless cuts will result in lost profits and lost jobs at our ports, our farms & our small businesses.

February 26, 2013
Our maritime economy remains a key source of prosperity for the overall American economy – not least of which for the rice producers and other farmers and fishermen in the 3rd District I’m honored to represent.

February 25, 2013
Congress has a responsibility to ensure that U.S. consumers and travelers are as safe as possible while at sea – regardless of what country the vessel is registered in.

February 15, 2013
America faces enough real challenges without the persistent barrage of manufactured crises. It is time to end the sequestration threat to our communities.