Luz Rivas

the San Fernando Valley congratulates Sylvia Fajardo on her retirement as principal of Pacoima Charter Elementary School. After decades of service, leadership, and dedication, Sylvia is a true champion in our community. Sylvia immigrated…

Last September, the Trump administration announced that it would roll back the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, or the GHGRP. I led 29 of my colleagues urging the EPA to preserve the GHGRP. I also introduced a resolution to protect…

I thank Congressman Garcia and assistant Democratic leader Neguse for holding this important conversation on Trump's budget request for 2027. We are here because Trump and Republicans led us to a cost-of-living crisis that is making life…

I oppose the Republicans' RED Tape Act because it guts the Clean Air Act and strips the EPA's ability to inform the public of potential health concerns that they will face because of Federal projects. The Clean Air Act makes sure that the…

I thank Congresswoman Dexter and Congressman Tonko for hosting this conversation that shines a light on ICE's cruelty. I have seen firsthand the cruelty of ICE in my district, the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. Last year, a mother and…

I am here today because we have yet to see a bill offered on the floor during my time in Congress that would make life more affordable for working families. In fact, since the last time my freshmen colleagues and I were on this floor…

before I close, I want to once again take a moment to mourn the lives that have already been lost to this conflict. My heart goes out to the families and loved ones of the 13 servicemembers who have been killed in this war. My heart also…

I draw your attention, Mr. Speaker, to the poster behind me. This is a real photo that my staff took of a gas station in Los Angeles. It is a real photo. It is not AI, and it is not photoshopped. Your eyes are not deceiving you, Mr…

I am proud to deliver over $2 million in Federal funding to the city of Los Angeles' Crisis and Incident Response through Community-Led Engagement program, or CIRCLE. CIRCLE is a 24/7 unarmed response program that sends a team of mental…

I am proud to deliver $1 million in Federal funding to Los Angeles Valley College for a new cybersecurity center. This funding will provide the latest software and training for our current and future cybersecurity professionals to engage…

I am proud to secure over $1 million in Federal funding for the CSUN's Autodesk Technology Engagement Center. This center will be a tech hub where students and our community will be able to explore their curiosities in STEM through…

the San Fernando Valley mourns the loss of Stephen Botsford. Steve passed away on January 11 at the age of 75 after living a life filled with love, generosity, and impact. Steve was a successful businessman and philanthropist, who…

the work we do in Congress should improve the lives of our constituents, not focus on vanity projects for an egomaniac or line the pockets of people who don't need it. We heard from several talented and dedicated Democratic freshmen…

just over a year ago, I was part of a talented and diverse group of 33 freshmen Members of Congress. We were veterans, doctors, engineers, lawyers, teachers, small business owners, and State legislators who were sent by our constituents to…

in July, Republicans voted to betray our values as a Nation and turn their backs on children, working parents, veterans, and our most vulnerable. Under direct orders from the President, the big, ugly bill ignored the concerns of a majority…

Today's vote will help keep healthcare affordable for millions of Americans, but our work isn't done. The Senate needs to pass this bill immediately, and then we need to get back to work on progressive and equitable solutions that leave no…

I thank Congresswoman Randall for sharing those stories. We are hearing these stories from all over the country, not just blue States, but also red States, everywhere. The Affordable Care Act tax credits keep healthcare affordable for all…

I thank my colleagues who participated in this Special Order hour on the ACA tax credits. The Affordable Care Act tax credits are why our country has a record-high number of insured people. Like many of my colleagues who today shared…

I rise today to honor Sister Mary Jesus Ochoa of the Order of St. Francis in San Fernando. This week, she celebrated her 100th birthday. Sister Mary Jesus is a member of the Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception, who entered…

here we are in the first voting week of 2026, and Republicans are bringing up bills on showerheads. They are not doing anything to address the affordability crisis, ICE terrorizing our communities, Trump's illegal and unconstitutional…

Republicans have been in the majority and in control for this whole year, yet they have not put forward a bill that helps working families with the rising cost of living or to prevent hardworking Americans' healthcare premiums from…

for months I have been sharing the story of Benjamin Guerrero-Cruz, a constituent of mine who is a senior in high school. He was detained by ICE in August while walking his dog. In the span of 24 hours, ICE shuffled Benjamin between…

3 months ago, I shared the story of Benjamin Guerrero-Cruz, a senior at Reseda High School, who was detained by ICE while walking his dog. Benjamin is an older brother, a loving son, and a valued member of the community. He is a child. For…

we are at a unique moment in our history. A technology straight out of science fiction is now becoming an increasingly ubiquitous aspect of daily life. Artificial intelligence is here, and it is reshaping nearly every aspect of modern…