Press Releases
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Leading Gun Safety Organizations Praise Schiff Legislation Aimed at Curbing Gun Violence, Keeping Communities Safe
Washington, D.C.— In case you missed it, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced two critical bills aimed at addressing the gun violence crisis in America, both of which have received support from multiple leading gun safety organizations. The Firearm Destruction Licensure Act will ensure firearms intended to be destroyed are not sold and do not fall back into the hands of bad actors. The comprehensive legislation will require those engaged in the business of firearm destruction to … Continue Reading
July 10, 2024
Schiff, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Close Gun Loophole Fueling Secondary Market for Firearms Parts
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), joined by Representatives Daniel S. Goldman (D-N.Y), Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.), and Gabe Amo (D-R.I.), introduced the Firearm Destruction Licensure Act, a bill to ensure firearms intended to be destroyed are not sold and do not fall back into the hands of bad actors. Schiff’s comprehensive legislation will require those engaged in the business of firearm destruction to become licensed and directs the Attorney General to prescribe the … Continue Reading
July 10, 2024
Rep. Schiff Introduces Critical Bill to Enhance Public Transparency and Data on the Activities of Firearms and Regulatory Industries
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the ATF Data and Anti-Trafficking Accountability (DATA) Act, a critical bill to enhance public transparency regarding the activities of the firearms industry and the regulatory functions of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). The comprehensive legislation will require the ATF to publish an annual report including aggregated trace data to better inform anti-trafficking strategies.“Ensuring that … Continue Reading
July 10, 2024
ICYMI: Amid the Home Insurance Crisis, Here’s How Rep. Schiff’s Bill Would Stabilize the Market, Prevent Gouging
Washington, D.C.— Bloomberg News recently spoke with Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) about his bill, the Incorporating National Support for Unprecedented Risks and Emergencies (INSURE) Act, which would stabilize the home insurance market while ensuring vulnerable communities are not excluded from coverage. See key excerpts below: On Rising Costs and Reduced Availability of Policies [...] To do so, Schiff is casting a spotlight on an obscure corner of the business: reinsurance, an … Continue Reading
July 09, 2024
Rep. Schiff Announces Over $77 Million for Zero-Emission Electric Buses in Los Angeles
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced that Los Angeles will be receiving $77,536,675 from the Department of Transportation to purchase dozens of battery electric buses and install new chargers at its West Hollywood bus yard. Schiff recently urged U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to fund this critical project.“Electric buses mean cleaner air, less traffic, and more reliable service for Los Angeles residents,” said Rep. Schiff. “With this … Continue Reading
July 09, 2024
Schiff, Armenian Caucus Co-Chairs Urge Accountability for Azerbaijan at NATO Summit
Washington, D.C.— As the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan arrive in D.C. for this week’s NATO Summit, Congressional Armenian Caucus Co-chairs - Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.), and David Valadao (R-Calif.) - called for the Biden Administration to support Armenia’s sovereignty and withhold military aid to Azerbaijan.“As Washington hosts the NATO Summit this week, the U.S. must ensure Azerbaijan faces consequences for its actions … Continue Reading
July 08, 2024
Schiff Announces Over $8 Million Coming to Burbank Airport for New Terminal
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced that a total of $8,167,605 from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will support the construction of a new 355,000 square foot terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport.“This investment coming to the Burbank Airport is a shining example of how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is transforming our local infrastructure and boosting our economy,” said Rep. Schiff. “This new terminal will improve the travel experience for millions … Continue Reading
July 05, 2024
Schiff Joins Stansbury in Demanding Republican House Leadership Take Up Judicial Ethics Legislation
Washington, D.C.— In case you missed it, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) urged Speaker Johnson and Republican leadership to take up judicial ethics legislation to rein in the questionable actions of the country’s highest court. In a letter, Schiff, Stansbury, and 46 House Democrats called on House Republican leadership to fulfill their obligation to the American public and conduct appropriate, good-faith Congressional oversight.“We are writing to request … Continue Reading
July 01, 2024
Reps. Schiff and Golden, Colleagues Urge DoD to Support Ukraine’s Request to Train Additional F-16 Pilots
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Jared Golden (D-Maine) along with 13 House colleagues urged Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to support Ukraine’s request for 10 additional F-16 pilots to be trained this year as part of their ongoing fight against Russian aggression. “This request comes at a critical juncture in Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia, where the deployment of F-16 aircraft has the potential to significantly influence the outcome of the war. … Continue Reading
July 01, 2024
STATEMENT: Rep. Schiff Slams SCOTUS Ruling on Trump’s Claims of Presidential Immunity
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s unprecedented and destructive ruling in Donald Trump v. United States: “Today’s Supreme Court decision on Donald Trump’s immunity claim is far worse than anything I imagined, effectively giving a president immunity for any crimes committed while in office as long as that president can plausibly claim the action was taken in some form of official capacity. “It must … Continue Reading
June 27, 2024
Reps. Schiff, Goldman Applaud Biden Administration for Condemnation of Sexual Violence by Hamas, Continued Support of Israel
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) released the following joint statement in response to the Biden Administration’s leadership on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CSRV), including Hamas' sexual violence against Israelis on October 7: “We’re grateful that the Biden Administration is taking such a strong and unequivocal stance to address the egregious sexual violence committed by Hamas on October 7th. The evidence of the crimes committed … Continue Reading
June 27, 2024
WATCH: Rep. Schiff Schools Jim Jordan, Exposes Judiciary Republicans’ Political Contempt
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) blasted Republicans during a sham House Judiciary Committee hearing recommending that the House of Representatives cite Mark Zwonitzer, President Joe Biden’s ghostwriter for two memoirs, for contempt of Congress. Watch the full video of Schiff’s remarks HERE.Key Excerpts:On Chairman Jordan failing to reach out to the White House before charging Zwonitzer with contempt:Schiff: You have not corresponded with the White House seeking … Continue Reading
June 27, 2024
Reps. Schiff, Goldman Urge Clarity on Biden Administration's Omission of Hamas Sexual Violence in Fact Sheet
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Daniel Goldman (D-N.Y) sent a letter to President Biden requesting that the Administration clarify and update a recently released fact sheet to include Hamas' sexual violence against Israel on October 7.The lawmakers note that while the White House fact sheet on conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) identifies specific instances of CRSV, including the implementation of sanctions based on atrocities against women in Ukraine, … Continue Reading
June 26, 2024
PHOTOS: Rep. Schiff Speaks to Communications Workers of America National Conference
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) spoke at the Communications Workers of America’s National Legislative and Political Conference. Schiff stressed the importance of strengthening labor laws and passing the PRO Act, addressing the digital divide through expanded broadband access and the intertwined challenges of the economy and democracy. Schiff also highlighted the need to protect democracy by voting in record numbers. In the House, Schiff has led on issues … Continue Reading
June 26, 2024
Schiff and 47 Bipartisan Representatives Call for Swift Action to Protect Armenian Cultural Heritage Sites in Nagorno-Karabakh
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Vice Chair of the Congressional Armenian Caucus, and 47 bipartisan Members of Congress, called on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to take immediate action to prevent the continued destruction of Armenian cultural, historical, and religious sites by Azerbaijan in the ethnically Armenian region of Artsakh, also known as Nagorno-Karabakh.Schiff led the bipartisan group of lawmakers in expressing their deep concern over … Continue Reading
June 14, 2024
Rep. Schiff Statement on House GOP’s Poison-Pilled NDAA
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement after voting no on the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included poison-pill amendments from House Republicans that infringe on the rights of women and LGBTQ servicemembers:“Once again, far-right Republicans in the House are inserting their anti-choice, climate denying, anti-LGBTQ amendments into the national defense bill. Not even our service members are safe from … Continue Reading
June 13, 2024
WATCH: Rep. Schiff Blasts Trump for First Visit to Capitol Hill Since January 6th Insurrection
Washington, D.C.— Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined MSNBC’s Nicole Wallace to discuss Donald Trump’s visit to Capitol Hill, including the disgraced former President calling Department of Justice officials “dirty, no-good bastards” and far-right Republican efforts to delegitimize the verdict in Manhattan.Watch the full video of the interview HERE.Key Excerpts:On Republicans’ Hypocrisy After January 6th[...] I was with them on January 6th. I was on the House floor as these rioters … Continue Reading
June 13, 2024
Schiff, Meeks Urge President Biden to Make Bold Commitment to Vaccine Alliance
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory W. Meeks (D-N.Y.) urged President Biden to boldly fund Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, in a letter sent to President Biden. Gavi’s routine child immunization programs have vaccinated more than one billion children in 78 countries, preventing more than 17 million child deaths.“As you know, U.S. support for Gavi has for decades had strong bipartisan support. In 2014, we were … Continue Reading
June 13, 2024
WATCH: “Guilty. Guilty. Guilty, Guilty. Guilty. Guilty…”
Washington, D.C.— Today, during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) offered the following remarks: “I want to begin by quoting the Jury in the Manhattan Hush Money payment trial. “Guilty. Guilty. Guilty, Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. … Continue Reading
June 13, 2024
NEWS: Rep. Schiff Introduces Language Access for Workers Act to Improve Translation Services for Employees
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the Language Access for Workers Act, which would help alleviate the language barriers many workers face in the workplace that make it difficult for them to receive the critical occupational training, risk assessments, and health services they need to safely do their jobs. For farm workers and other frontline workers in the service industry who handle hazardous materials, fully understanding the risks and their rights is … Continue Reading