Congressman Ami Bera (CA-07) today applauded the decision of the U.S. Air Force to the authorize the first active Airman to wear a turban, beard, and long beard in adherence to his religious beliefs."Sikhs have long played an important role in protecting and defending our nation," said Rep. Bera. "It is only right that these patriots be able to serve while in their religious attire or… Read more »
Today, Reps. Bera (D-CA), Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced H.R. 3107, the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act of 2019, which would improve delivery of care by streamlining and standardizing prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, while also providing much needed oversight and transparency of health insurance for America's seniors.… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera (CA-07), the longest serving Indian American in Congress, delivered the following statement on India's election:"I congratulate the millions of Indian citizens who participated in India's elections over the past five weeks. These were the largest democratic elections ever and reflected India's commitment to its founding ideals. I also congratulate Prime Minister Modi… Read more »
Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, along with Rep. David Cicilline and Rep. Eliot Engel, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today led all Democratic members of the Foreign Affairs Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, in a letter calling on Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to reverse State Department… Read more »
Today, Rep. Ami Bera (CA-D) joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers to pass H.R. 5, the Equality Act, which amends the Civil Rights Act to guarantee anti-discrimination protections to LGBTQ Americans.
"I'm proud to stand with my colleagues and pass the Equality Act," says Rep. Bera. "In 30 states, there are no explicit laws barring discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender… Read more »
Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and Co-Chair of Congressional Caucus on Korea, released the following statement on yesterday's meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un."For a successful denuclearization deal to take place, it's important that other regional countries like Russia,… Read more »
Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Study Group on Korea, concluded a week-long trip to the Republic of Korea (ROK)."This bipartisan delegation trip to South Korea gave me a unique opportunity to gain insights into the foreign policy, defense, and trade issues facing the… Read more »
Sacramento, CA – Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA) today released a statement praising the decision of Major League Soccer (MLS) to consider awarding an expansion franchise to the Sacramento Republic FC."The Sacramento Republic FC has become an integral part of Sacramento's culture and identity," said Rep. Bera "The promising MLS bid is a testament to the talent of this team and the loyalty and… Read more »
HR 1585, The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA), passed last week in the House of Representatives, which included an amendment from Representative Ami Bera (D-CA) that enhances culturally specific services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault."Domestic violence is a devastating reality for many women in the US, and in particular, for the South Asian and… Read more »
Representatives Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), Scott Peters (D-CA), Larry Bucshon, M.D. (R-IN), and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) last week introduced H.R. 1841, the Ensuring Access to General Surgery Act. This bill would ensure that we have high-quality data on where general surgeons are in short supply around the country, particularly in rural and other under-served communities."We already know that… Read more »
