Sep 26, 2019
Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month and the countless Hispanic Americans who have contributed so much to the richness and diversity of our Nation. Ray O'Canto was an example, but there are so many…
Jim Costa
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Jim Costa is a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 16th congressional district since January 3, 2013. He has a long history of public service, having previously served in the California State Assembly and the California State Senate. Throughout his career, Costa has focused on issues such as agriculture, water resources, and education, reflecting the needs of his constituents in the Central Valley of California.
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Sep 26, 2019
Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor an incredible individual, a man who is a beloved member of the San Joaquin Valley from Fresno, California, Mr. Ray O'Canto. Sadly, Ray passed away 2 weeks ago after a short battle with cancer. He was a…
Sep 18, 2019
Madam Speaker, this morning, I heard moving testimony from some of the young people leading the fight against climate change, including Greta Thunberg. It was inspiring to see the faces leading the next generation. We must work together…
Sep 11, 2019
Madam Speaker, I would like to take this moment to recognize the recent achievements of two outstanding universities in my district, California State University, Fresno and UC Merced University of California. According to the U.S. News and…
Sep 11, 2019
Madam Speaker, I rise today on the 18th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attack to honor the nearly 3,000 individuals, brave men and women who lost their lives. Most Americans remember where they were during that day. There have…
Sep 11, 2019
Madam Speaker, in my home State in the San Joaquin Valley we recently lost a wonderful individual, a leader who I would like to honor today, Fresno State Police Chief David Huerta. David was loved by all. He passed away in mid-August after…
Sep 11, 2019
Madam Speaker, I would like to rise to urge Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to keep his word and act on gun safety legislation. Every day it seems that there is coverage of another shooting on the news. Americans are just…
Jul 24, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I call to the attention of the House of Representatives what we have achieved in the last 6 months, many of these pieces of legislation on a bipartisan basis. We have passed 10 bills to reduce the price of healthcare; lower…
Jul 24, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call attention to the administration's proposal, its recent attack on some of the most vulnerable Americans, the 38 million people who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, otherwise known as…
Jul 11, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call attention to the continuing humanitarian crisis that is taking place at our border between the United States and Mexico. Despite Congress' recent effort to provide relief to thousands of people in…
Jul 10, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I also rise today to recognize and honor the career of Gene Haagenson on his retirement. A successful television news reporter for four decades, Gene spent the past 27 years covering stories throughout my home in the San…
Jul 10, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the United States Women's National Soccer Team on their World Cup victory in France. For weeks, America's women's soccer team has captivated the imagination and the enthusiasm of not only America's…
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