An Economic Roadmap for Sacramento County

Congressman Ami Bera spoke at a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific Wednesday about the need to continue to develop the U.S.-India relationship. Officials from the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) testified at the hearing."Our policy in Asia is at a critical juncture, and we must reassure our allies and partners that we are… Read more »

Today, Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement about the House Republican budget proposal:“Both Republicans and Democrats need to work together to put the American people before politics and negotiate a responsible budget that addresses our fiscal challenges while making important investments in our economy. That’s why I support the No Budget No Pay Act,… Read more »

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. offered an amendment today to prioritize the hiring of unemployed workers and veterans and the use of American-made equipment and materials in mining operations. The proposal would amend H.R. 2824, the so-called Preventing Government Waste and Protecting Coal Mining Jobs in America bill, which would actually create more waste – not less.“Instead of… Read more »

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. signed a petition today that would force consideration of H.R. 1010 – the Fair Minimum Wage Act. Read more »

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. made the following statement on trade agreements and the need to protect the intersts of American workers:"I understand and share the concerns many people have about trade agreements, and I am committed to creating and protecting American jobs in our interconnected global economy. That's why I signed a letter calling for increased transparency and cooperation… Read more »

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. visited with members of the Sacramento County business community today to discuss recently introduced legislation that helps protect small businesses and their employees from a new health insurance tax, known as the HIT. The visit was coordinated by the Stop the HIT Coalition, a broad-based group representing the nation's small business owners, their employees… Read more »