Press Releases
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 celebrates the contributions of Indian Americans in various sectors of American society.
I sent an email update about I fought against partisan water grab bill that would make our local water shortage even worse. I also gave an update about how I'm working to address our drought in a more thoughtful and comprehensive way. Join my e-mail updates now so you don't miss any in the future!
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. voted today against the so-called Western Water and American Food Security Act, a partisan bill which would take water away from the Sacramento region and send it to other parts of the state. He also offered an amendment to this dangerous bill to guarantee Sacramento families continue to have access to safe drinking water and to ensure that there is enough water to fight wildfires.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. voted for the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act today. The bill, which passed (344-77) will help scientists develop new treatments and cures for some of our deadliest diseases faster and boost biomedical innovation.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. has joined Congressman Jared Huffman and several other members from California and western states in introducing legislation that will help deal with California's historic drought in a comprehensive way. The Drought Relief and Resilience Act includes feedback from nearly 1,000 Californians from all over the state, including those from cities and rural areas.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. welcomed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx to Sacramento County today to highlight the need for a new infrastructure funding bill. Federal transportation funding is set to expire at the end of this month, and if Congress doesn't act soon, Americans' safety, and thousands of jobs across the country will be at risk.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. hosted and offered opening remarks during his Brain Health Forum and Community Resource Fair today at the Carmichael Public Library. He introduced guest speakers from the Alzheimer's Association and Dr. Dan Mungas, Associate Director of the UC Davis Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. joined federal, state, and local officials to kick off the groundbreaking for the regional EchoWater Project earlier today in Elk Grove.
The project will be one of Sacramento's largest public works projects ever and will ensure that water going through the Sacramento region's wastewater treatment plant will meet higher standards. It could also help address the region's drought in the long-term by increasing recycled water use in landscaping and agricultural irrigation.
Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. spent Memorial Day weekend traveling the district to help honor the men, women, and families throughout history who have given their lives while serving our country.