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January 6, 2012
"We must clarify existing law to guarantee the due process rights of every American. It is a foundational principle of our great nation that we are all innocent until proven guilty and that we all deserve a fair trial."
Issues: Social Justice

January 5, 2012
“My staff and I will carefully review the President's budget to see how it will impact our national security, economic security, and our Northern California communities. I will continue to advocate for the smart investments that strengthen a mobile and innovative military adaptable to our nation's emerging challenges and opportunities.”

December 23, 2011
A new statewide flood-control plan calls for $14 billion to $17 billion in repairs and other investments.

December 16, 2011
"Every American deserves their day in court, and this legislation changes existing law to protect our due process rights. We cannot allow our basic rights to be lost, and there is no legitimate national security reason to deny any citizen in America a trial. We can both keep America safe and maintain our liberties."

December 16, 2011
"The abuses and fraud need to be fully investigated, and I commend Attorney General Harris for taking appropriate leadership in helping homeowners," Garamendi said. "I hope the President uses the power of his Administration to aid Harris. We need to make sure that these rip off artists are exposed for their crimes, and to whatever degree we can help working families keep their homes, we should."

December 15, 2011
Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Grove, and Rep. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., today introduced the House companion bill, H.R. 3702. "Every American deserves their day in court, and this legislation changes existing law to protect our due process rights," Garamendi said in his news release.

December 14, 2011
Congressman John Garamendi today voted in favor of the modified National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).The new NDAA is significantly improved from the version the House voted on earlier in the year, and it includes provisions vital to maintaining the strength of our Armed Forces.... "This legislation puts personnel first and does right by Travis Air Force Base and other bases in Northern California."

December 14, 2011
"Allowing young adults to join their parents' health plan is also a great relief for loving moms and dads. I should know. My daughter is one of the 2.5 million young adults now insured through this important policy change."
Issues: Healthcare

December 13, 2011
"The missions at Travis and Beale Air Force Base are essential for maintaining a smart 21st century military that is highly mobile and equipped with the very best intelligence," Garamendi added. "The men and women at Travis and Beale are top flight. I am committed to the future success of these missions, which bolster our regional economy and are critical to our country’s national security."

December 12, 2011
Rep. John Garamendi, D-Walnut Grove, joined fellow California Democrats today and sent a letter to President Barack Obama urging federal support for an investigation into mortgage fraud. California and Nevada attorney generals have teamed up to crack down on mortgage fraud.