Dear friend, Hurricane Hilary is expected to hit Orange County as a tropical storm tomorrow, August 20th. Southern California hasn’t experienced a tropical storm since 1939, so as your Representative, I wanted to share resources to help you and your family prepare. Among other dangers, here’s what our community should expect to experience on Sunday and Monday: Heavy rain … Read more »

Dear friend, As we celebrate the start of 2022, I’m reflecting on all that we were able to accomplish last year—together. From convening a Congressional hearing and listening session in Orange County following the devastating oil leak off our coast, to hosting U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh at UC Irvine, I’m proud of the work our team did in partnership with our community. To better… Read more »

Dear friend, This month, I voted to invest in what our country needs to grow our economy: affordable child care, lower health care costs, robust climate action, and more. Our global competitors have long prioritized these economic building blocks, and I’m proud to do my part to help the United States remain the strongest, most stable economy in the world. There’s a lot to unpack in… Read more »

Dear friend, Congressional hearings are about getting answers for families about the issues that matter most to them. Right now, a major oil leak off our coast threatens Orange County communities. This pollution puts our health, our businesses, and our environment at risk.  There must be accountability for this major oil leak. As federal investigators continue to gather… Read more »

Dear friend, Engaging community members about the issues that matter most to them is fundamental to being a Representative—and it’s incredibly important to me. We’ve held some great virtual events during the pandemic, but there’s nothing quite like talking to Orange County families in person. That’s why I’m excited to announce our first in-person, outdoor town hall of this Congress:… Read more »

Dear friend, June is Pride Month—a time to celebrate our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors, and to recognize that there’s still much work to be done to achieve equality for every American. From the Stonewall Riots to leading the charge for the Equality Act, the LGBTQ+ community has fought tirelessly for justice. I'm committed to being their ally in this battle.  … Read more »

Dear Friend, It is unacceptable that the wealthiest corporations in this country are cheating the tax system. When it comes to funding public resources that we all rely on, we all have a part to play. Orange County families pay their fair share; corporations should do the same. The U.S. loses approximately $1 trillion in unpaid taxes every year because the Internal Revenue Service… Read more »

Dear friend, Children are expensive, but they are also the building blocks of our future economy. That’s why, in 1951, Congress created a tax cut—commonly known as the Child Tax Credit—for most families with kids. The Child Tax Credit has been a lifeline for parents, especially as the costs of child care skyrocket. I’m glad Congress recently expanded the Child Tax Credit, which is… Read more »

Dear friend, Our public lands are national treasures that belong to all Americans. But right now, these outdoor spaces are under attack. Big Oil companies are trying to get rich off our public lands and rip off taxpayers in the process—not on my watch. Polluters are extracting resources from public lands at rates that haven’t been updated in decades. We haven’t raised the rental… Read more »

Dear friend, Each May, the Administration for Community Living celebrates Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is "Communities of Strength," and I can’t think of a better description for our older adults here in Orange County. The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard for all of us, and our older neighbors have dealt with some of its worst challenges. I strive to honor them every day… Read more »