Press Releases
Sacramento, CA – Congressman Ami Bera, Vice Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement today in response to President Trump's decision to publish the House Intelligence Committee's Republican memo:
"Having read both the Republican and Democratic memos prepared by the House Intelligence Committee, the president's decision to only publish the Republican version is dangerous. The memo released today is misleading and misrepresents facts in what appears to be an attempt to undermine Special Counsel Robert Mueller.
Sacramento, CA – Congressman Ami Bera released the following statement condemning the Trump administration's offshore drilling announcement, opening the East and West coast to oil and gas drilling:
"As kid who grew up enjoying our beautiful California beaches, this decision is a travesty. Instead of embracing energy sources that keep our air and water clean, President Trump is doubling down on drilling California's coastline.
Congressman Ami Bera (D–CA) released the following statement on the Continuing Resolution that will fund the U.S. government until January:
"This is not how you run a government. Instead of sitting down and working in the best interest of the American people, Washington keeps kicking the can down the road.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Sacramento County approves more funding for Mather Veterans Village
By John Brenneise
News Radio KFBK
December 15, 2017
Veterans services in Sacramento County got a nice shot in the arm last year with the Mather Veterans Village modern housing complex for veterans, and now money for Phase II has been approved.
Congressman Ami Bera accepted the International Franchise Association's (IFA) 2017 Franchise Small Business Award last week for his support of the small business community. Rep. Bera was recognized for championing local franchises and businesses, as well as his leadership on smart policies that promote economic growth and job creation.
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.