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June 20, 2012
"The wind energy industry in this country is about to come to a screeching halt," said Congressman Garamendi. "Instead of wasting billions padding the pockets of Big Oil, we should invest in the clean energy industries of the future, so once again we can Make It In America."
June 20, 2012
RIO VISTA, CA – Congressman John Garamendi (D-Fairfield, CA), a lifelong rancher, toured the California Vegetable Specialties facility, the only producer of endives in America, and the Barrier Systems plant, which manufactures moveable highway barriers and other road safety products. In addition to learning about the production methods of both businesses, the Congressman spoke with employees and management.
June 11, 2012
"In addition to securing an essential component of our freedom, my legislation would reject the legal limbo of indefinite detention, and bring to justice anyone who would do us harm. We can keep America safe AND protect our civil liberties."
May 31, 2012
"This is good news for California and for young children and their families. By focusing on children in disadvantaged households, this service will help narrow the achievement gap that exists between wealthy and lower income families."
Issues:
Economy and Jobs
Education
Social Justice
May 23, 2012
"We’re at the center of something big here. When they write the history on American manufacturing’s great rebound, the i-GATE facility will be a prominent part of the story," Congressman Garamendi said. "Collaboration between the national labs, government, universities, and the private sector means regional innovation, smart investments, and jobs, jobs, jobs."
May 18, 2012
The Congressman voted against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which would expand U.S. involvement in the war in Afghanistan, permit indefinite detention on American soil, and commit to building a multi-billion dollar missile program on the East Coast that the Pentagon says is unneeded and many experts say would not work. Throughout the NDAA process, Congressman Garamendi advocated for vital institutions in Northern California, including Travis and Beale Air Force Bases, the national labs in Livermore, research universities, and high-tech businesses.
May 18, 2012
The NDAA amendment is a small but important step in assessing what challenges face the manufacturing sector and its ability to produce three-dimensional integrated circuits and advanced chips. The Manufacturing Extension Program amendment invests additional funds in a cost-effective, job creating program.
May 18, 2012
"Air Mobility Command remains one of the Air Force's most vital missions, and it's an honor to help shepherd its continued vitality in Congress," said Garamendi, who represents Travis Air Force Base, home to the 60th and 349th Air Mobility wings. "When national disasters strike, when quick entry into hostile territory is necessary, when life and death moments are measured by the minute, Air Mobility Command is our military's lifeline."
Issues:
Military and Veterans
May 16, 2012
"It doesn’t matter which side of the aisle you are on, civil liberties are essential to everyone. As authors of this great nation’s laws, Congress must tread carefully when our fundamental, constitutional rights are at stake," Congressman Garamendi explained in written testimony submitted to the committee. "When writing laws that will affect individual liberties, we must speak clearly and with an unwavering voice – there is no room for ambiguity or uncertainty."
Issues:
Military and Veterans
Social Justice
May 15, 2012
"As a rancher and a pear farmer, I know the unique challenges that California's agriculture community faces," said Garamendi. "The Farm Bill offers the opportunity for California's farm businesses to overcome these hurdles through advanced research, pest management, and marketing assistance programs. The bill can also connect disadvantaged families, especially children, with the food they need to lead healthy, productive lives. I join my colleagues in urging the Committee to pass a fiscally responsible Farm Bill that helps America’s families and farmers to Make It In America and grow it in America."