Jimmy Gomez: “I think this is a timely hearing to deal with this issue, and I am glad that this committee has taken some steps in the…”

I stand ready to cooperate with the Ethics Committee inquiry and provide it with whatever information it might need.

Although my actions were consensual in nature and haven't violated the law or House Ethics rules, that doesn't diminish the impact that these mistakes have made on those I care about the most.

I made personal mistakes outside my marriage. Although my actions were consensual in nature and haven’t violated the law or House Ethics rules, that doesn’t diminish the impact that these mistakes have made on those I care about the most.

I have and continue to sincerely apologize to my family, friends, and the people that I have the privilege to serve.