Press Releases
Sacramento, CA – Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) highlighted his office's strong record of constituent services for Sacramento County residents last night. On a Telephone Town Hall, Bera thanked his staff for a productive 2017 and revealed that, since taking office, his staff has helped almost 9,000 Sacramento residents with their backlogged veterans' benefits, Social Security and Medicare issues, stalled tax refunds, and much more. Bera also noted his office has helped return more than $4.6 million dollars to local Sacramento residents.
Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) released the following statement on the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act:
"This bill undermines California state law. A state like Alabama is not forced to follow California's laws. Why should Californians be forced to accept Alabama's gun laws? The answer is simple – they shouldn't."
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Rep. Ami Bera released the following statement on cosponsoring the ME TOO Congress Act, introduced by Rep. Jackie Speier:
"Members of Congress are given the public's trust and should be held to the highest standard. The ME TOO Act is a strong first step that empowers victims of sexual harassment and holds lawmakers accountable for their behavior. This bill would provide counsel to victims, increase transparency, and require lawmakers who settle claims to personally reimburse taxpayers.
Rep. Ami Bera (D–CA) welcomed Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Director Jason McAlister to Washington last week to help lead a discussion with Members of Congress on jobs, education, and vocational training. As the Co-Chair of the Access to Jobs Task Force, Rep. Bera invited Director McAlister to share his expertise leading SMUD's premier training program.
Sacramento, CA – Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) released the following statement on the Republican tax bill that he voted against today:
Rep. Ami Bera (D–CA) has introduced the Grid Cybersecurity Research and Development Act of 2017 aimed to bolster existing cybersecurity infrastructure, address emerging issues such as workforce training, and enhance the coordination between the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Energy.
Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement after news broke that the Trump administration will end key Affordable Care Act subsidies:
"This is sabotage, plain and simple," said Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. "Why is this administration so set on hurting millions of Americans? As a doctor, I swore an oath to do no harm – it's time the Trump administration take that same oath.
Sacramento, CA – Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement after news broke that the Trump administration will roll back the Affordable Care Act's birth control coverage rules:
"As a doctor, I am deeply concerned and angered by the Trump administration's decision to repeal the contraception coverage requirements in the Affordable Care Act. This rule will allow bosses to deny birth control coverage and decide what's best for women. As a medical professional and public health expert, that's unacceptable.
Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement in response to the Las Vegas shooting, reportedly the deadliest shooting in modern American history.
"I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life in Las Vegas. No community should have to fear going to the movies, a concert, or dropping their child off at school. We all mourn the loss of life in Las Vegas. Please keep the families impacted in your thoughts and prayers."
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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. released the following statement after news broke that the Trump administration will not waive shipping restrictions that are delaying Puerto Rico relief:
"As a doctor, I am gravely concerned about the growing humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico. There are 3.4 million American citizens in dire need of drinking water, food, medical supplies, and electric power. We have to act now and use every option available to support response efforts.