Jim Costa

I have been very clear about my support of using all the energy tools in our energy toolbox, having both an interim and a long-term energy policy.

During National Park Week, we celebrate, perhaps, America's best idea and remember that these parks belong to all the people of America. Since they are part of our national heritage, it is every American's obligation to ensure that we…

All of your testimony makes very clear why we need to reauthorize the farm bill.

On Monday, in Boston, we were reminded how vulnerable we all are as Americans and how important it is that we stay together. Today, I rise to recognize the Merced Community Violence Intervention and Prevention Task Force. This hardworking…

I want to thank the ranking member, Congresswoman Napolitano, for her efforts on this legislation, Chairman Doc Hastings, as well as the chair of the subcommittee, Tom McClintock, and the author of this measure, Congressman Tipton, for…

The legislative process is a two way street. It's about listening and incorporating the concerns of our colleagues to improve a bill. This amendment does just that. Environmental review is important, but it needs to be an appropriate level…

As a third-generation family farmer, I know firsthand that water is the lifeblood of not only San Joaquin Valley, but our entire world. For decades, generations have had to fight tooth and nail for a reliable water supply. It grows our…

On National Agriculture Day, we honor the hardworking efforts of America's farmers, farm workers and processors who provide our family with safe and affordable healthy foods. As a third-generation San Joaquin Valley farmer, I'm proud to…

In our San Joaquin Valley in California, unfortunately we are facing yet another fight for every drop of water that's critical to our economic recovery. For over the last 2 months, we have lost over 700,000 acre-feet of water that…

Later this week, the United States Senate will pick up where Congress left off by passing the Violence Against Women Act. As a cochair of the Victims' Rights Caucus, every day victims' advocates do the hard work of making sure their voices…

It's time to get to work. When Congress recessed for the election, we left much undone, including the farm bill, which is critical to the economy of my district and to our country. Just this weekend, The Fresno Bee got it right when they…

I thank the gentleman from Maryland for yielding, because we ought to be about doing the people's business. Walking away as we are for the next 46 days to focus on elections when we ought to be focusing on the people's business is a very…

The gentleman is correct. We had over 70 farm organizations from the American Farm Bureau, the National Farmers Union to the, as we say, the ``barnyard coalition'' that represents all of the poultry and pork and dairy and beef cattle…

From September 15 to October 15, we honor the heritage and many contributions of the Latino community nationwide. The story of Hispanic Americans is truly an American story. In America, if you work hard, play by the rules and dream big…

This is the final amendment to the bill. It will not kill the bill or send it back to committee. I repeat--it will not kill the bill nor will it send it back to committee. If adopted, however, the bill will immediately be amended and…

I have a motion to recommit at the desk. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Denham). Is the gentleman opposed to the bill?

Despite our economic challenges, agriculture is one of the bright spots in our economy. Last week, the House Agriculture Committee, in an overwhelming bipartisan fashion, sent a simple message: We need a farm bill now. We have challenges…

Every year, California dairies produce over 17 billion pounds of milk products that provide families with affordable, nutrient-rich products that we consume. California is the Nation's top milk-producing State, and much of the production…

It seems to me that balance has to be achieved here.

Since 1982, the Congressional Art Competition has recognized the special power that the arts have had in our Nation's classrooms. Today, I have the pleasure of recognizing my district's Art Competition winner, Sarah Fanucchi, who credits…

I thank the gentlewoman. H.R. 1505, as I was indicating, would waive numerous laws that pertain to very important elements of not only the coastal zone, but mining, public health, safety, and public review within 100 miles of the U.S…

Today, I rise in opposition to H.R. 4970, the partisan reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. Since 1994, the Violence Against Women Act has been a critical tool for protecting women and children who are victims of domestic…

We honor American teachers nationwide this week, who, day in and day out, work to make a future brighter for America. We all have had at least one or more teachers who has shaped our lives and who have believed in us. Mine was Mrs. Myrna…

Sequoia Riverlands Trust recognizes and thanks you for your tireless work on the farm bill.

We have a number of expiring tax measures before the House, the Ways and Means Committee as well as the Congress.