Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement after voting for a bill to impose new sanctions on North Korea.“As a member of the Foreign Affairs committee I understand the threat North Korea poses to our country and the global community. Last month’s nuclear missile test, ongoing human rights abuses, cybersecurity attacks, and the aggressive actions of Kim Jung… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement after voting for H.R. 4038, the American Security Against Foreign Enemies (SAFE) Act. The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to verify that each refugee entering the United States has undergone a background check to ensure they are not a security threat. “It is critical that our first priority is to keep… Read more »
"After multiple classified and unclassified briefings, hearing constituent input, and talking with our international allies it's my belief that this is the best agreement we have at this time to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. With the growing likelihood that this agreement will be approved, my support is based on the robust accountability, transparency, and enforcement… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D., the only Indian American in Congress and Co-chair of Congressional Caucus on India and Indian-Americans, this week introduced a resolution (H. Res. 395) to recognize India's upcoming Independence Day and the significance of the United States - India partnership. The resolution commemorates the 68th anniversary of India's Independence Day on August 15th, and… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. today made the following statement regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address before a Joint Meeting of the Congress:"Though I was disappointed with the clearly political timing of Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech, as a Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, I believe it was my duty to be there and listen today. Israel is one of America's… Read more »
Today the U.S. House of Representatives failed to vote on a real solution to keep the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) open and instead brought up a stop-gap, temporary measure that failed 224-203. Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. made the following statement:"Terrorists don't operate on a three-week timeline. The American people deserve so much better than this. Congress needs to do its… Read more »
Today the House Committee on Foreign Affairs held a hearing on the growing threat of ISIL, one day after President Obama released his proposal for use of force against ISIL. Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. made the following statement:"Among Congress' responsibilities, there is none more important than protecting the American people and our interests both here and abroad. ISIL is made up of… Read more »
Today, Congressman Joseph Crowley (D-NY), and Congressman Peter Roskam (R-IL), the co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans for the 113th Congress, announced that Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) Congressman George Holding (R-NC) will serve as the new co-chairs for the 114th Congress: "Ami is an accomplished physician, a staunch advocate… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D., the only Indian American, and the first Gujarati American in Congress, met with the new Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, earlier today and attended his speech at Madison Square Garden. This is Modi's first official visit to the US. Bera offered the following comment: "As the only Indian American Member of Congress, I was honored to take part in… Read more »
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. offered the following comment after Ukranian President Petro Poroshenko addressed a joint session of the United States Congress:"Today I was honored to attend a Joint Session of Congress with Ukraine President Petro O. Poroshenko. This was a great opportunity to reaffirm the United States' commitment with Ukraine and send a strong message to the world that we… Read more »
