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December 09, 2021

House Passes Schiff-Championed Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen, Protect Our Democracy

Today, the House passed the Protecting Our Democracy Act on a bipartisan basis – a comprehensive package of reforms that will strengthen America’s democratic institutions against future presidents who could seek to abuse the power of their office for corrupt purposes. The proposals – many of which have been supported by both Democrats and Republicans in the past – will restore the federal government’s system of checks and balances, strengthen accountability and … Continue Reading


December 07, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Raising the Debt Ceiling

“Playing fast and loose with the full faith and credit of the United States would cost millions of people their life savings and their livelihoods. Tonight's vote paves the way for Congress to increase the debt limit, allowing us to keep our promises to seniors and veterans who rely on their Social Security and pension benefits. It allows us to continue the most significant reduction of child poverty in American history. And it allows us to continue making headway in our economic … Continue Reading


December 07, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Passage of 2022 National Defense Authorization Act

“Our national security mission is only as strong as our support for the brave men and women who serve in the armed forces. This year’s National Defense Authorization Act will improve the quality of life for those who have answered the call of duty, boost America’s ability to fight the climate crisis, and make important investments in the current and future needs of our national security infrastructure.   “At the same time, our national security efforts must live … Continue Reading


December 07, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Biden-Putin Call

"It's clear that President Biden delivered a strong and clear message today to President Putin regarding Russia’s belligerent behavior along the Ukrainian border. For far too long, the Kremlin has acted with impunity on the world stage – from cyber-attacks, to election meddling, to its illegal annexation of Crimea – and it is important that the President of the United States stand firm against its continued aggression. In unison with our allies, we must forcefully convey to … Continue Reading


December 02, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Passage of Continuing Resolution

“Today, the House acted to avert a calamitous and needless government shutdown. This continuing resolution will guarantee that we make good on our promises to struggling workers, families, veterans, and seniors. And it will allow this Congress to remain wholly focused on passing critical legislation like the Build Back Better Act which will cut costs for child care and health care and benefit every single family in America.   "I urge the Senate to swiftly pass this legislation so … Continue Reading


December 01, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Clark Contempt Vote

“The January 6 Select Committee has voted unanimously and in bipartisan fashion to move forward a criminal contempt of Congress against Jeffery Clark. Mr. Clark has direct knowledge of former President Donald Trump’s efforts to politicize the Department of Justice following the November election and prevent the peaceful transfer of power. Clark reportedly discussed efforts to enlist the Justice Department in a plan to slow the appointment of electors in Georgia and other states and … Continue Reading


December 01, 2021

Schiff, Smith Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Lifesaving HIV Prevention Drugs

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) introduced legislation that will expand access to lifesaving HIV prevention medications. The PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2021 addresses the underutilization of HIV prevention drugs – known as PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) and PEP (Post-exposure prophylaxis) – in high-risk communities by ensuring these medications and any associated costs are covered by health insurance. The … Continue Reading


November 19, 2021

Congressman Schiff on House Passage of the Build Back Better Act

“Today, House Democrats delivered solutions to help support working families across America as they face the pains of an economy recovering from a global pandemic. “The Build Back Better Act will dramatically lower everyday costs that burden families like childcare, housing, health care, and prescription drugs. It will make high-quality preschool universal, and lift millions of children out of poverty. It will bring clean energy to households across America and fight the … Continue Reading


November 17, 2021

Schiff, Hayes Introduce See the Board Act to Equitably Expand Free Vision Care in Schools

Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) introduced the See the Board Act, legislation to help millions of students access optometry care at no cost to their families, bringing life-changing mobile vision services to schools in both rural and urban communities and helping ensure children have the opportunity to succeed in the classroom. Due to inequitable access to vision care, it is estimated that more than two million students nationwide go to school each day … Continue Reading


November 16, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Azerbaijani Attacks on Armenia

"I am deeply disturbed by today's reports of Azerbaijani forces attacking Armenian soldiers at the border, including the reported murder or illegal detainment of more than two dozen Armenian soldiers. This unprovoked attack is in direct violation of Azerbaijan and Armenia's ceasefire agreement, and a grave reminder that the United States must be doing everything we can to deter Azerbaijan's ongoing aggression. "I urge the State Department to act immediately to use every diplomatic channel and … Continue Reading


November 15, 2021

Congressman Schiff on President Biden Signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Into Law

"President Biden came into office at the beginning of this year with a straightforward mandate: to build America back better, through physical infrastructure and investments in people that could lift up American families and set them on a path to a more prosperous future. Today, he delivered on the promise of modernizing and upgrading our roads, bridges, broadband, schools, hospitals, energy and water infrastructure in a way that will create jobs, grow our economy, fight climate change, and … Continue Reading


November 11, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Veterans Day

"Our veterans and service members represent the very best America has to offer - demonstrated through their unyielding courage and a love of country that knows no bounds. Their willingness to put everything on the line to defend our nation and uphold our values deserves nothing less than our utmost respect and gratitude, today and every day. That is why I will never stop working to ensure that when they return home, these brave individuals have all of the tools and resources they need to … Continue Reading


November 06, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

"In California, like much of the country, we have fallen too far behind and too many of our roads, bridges, and schools are crumbling. But today, Congress took tangible action to invest in our country's infrastructure and put our communities on a pathway to thrive, because building modern roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, water, and electric grid infrastructure is a vital part of building a better economy - one that works for everyone. The investments made by the bipartisan infrastructure … Continue Reading


November 04, 2021

Schiff, Feinstein, Huffman, DelBene, Colleagues Urge USDA to Improve Standard of Care for Captive Marine Mammals

Today, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Representatives Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) and Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) led a group of their colleagues in calling for improvements to outdated standards of care for marine mammals in captivity. "Nearly four decades have passed since the USDA last updated key elements of the handling and care standards for marine mammals in 1984," the members wrote in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "Since then, … Continue Reading


November 03, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Senate Failure to Pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

"There is no right more fundamental, more vital, and more sacred to our democracy than the right to vote - it is what separates a democracy from an autocracy, a free nation from a despotic regime. Today, far too many Senate Republicans failed to put our democracy first - and instead, made it clear that they would prefer to pick their voters, rather than let their voters pick them. "It is time for Congress to start legislating like our democracy is on the line - because it is. It's time to end … Continue Reading


November 02, 2021

Congressman Schiff on FEC Ruling Allowing Foreign Money in U.S. Ballot Initiative Campaigns

"That the Federal Election Commission plans to throw open the doors of our democracy to foreign money and interference is utterly incomprehensible, and would establish a dangerous precedent ripe for abuse. This ruling would potentially chart a new path for adversarial governments to interfere in our democratic process for their own gain. It would be a tremendous mistake for the FEC to purposefully weaken our electoral system so egregiously. "We have seen the consequences of foreign … Continue Reading


November 02, 2021

Schiff, Fitzpatrick, Underwood, Bush Introduce Legislation to Keep Families and Pets Together in Public Housing

Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Penn.), Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.), and Cori Bush (D-Mo.) introduced the Pets Belong with Families Act - a bill that would prohibit vague and sweeping restrictions against dogs based on breed or size, allowing families to keep their beloved pets in the home. "For millions of Americans, pets are cherished members of their families. But far too often, pet owners are forced to make impossible choices between their beloved … Continue Reading


October 26, 2021

Schiff, Padilla Introduce Legislation to Make Access to Equitable Health Care a Protected Civil Right

Today, California Democrats Congressman Adam Schiff and Senator Alex Padilla introduced the Equal Health Care for All Act, bicameral legislation to address the racial inequities in America’s health care system by making equitable medical care a protected civil right. “The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the many inequities that plague our society and particularly health care system – and it’s exposed just how catastrophic those inequalities are for Black, Brown, and … Continue Reading


October 22, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Facebook Whistleblower Allegations

"These new allegations from a former Facebook employee are a further indication that the company is too willing to look the other way as hateful, false, and dangerous content flourishes on the platform. If public reports based on a new whistleblower account are true, this is deeply irresponsible behavior from a widely-traded company. "It is increasingly urgent that Congress act to conduct rigorous oversight of Facebook and other social media platforms - so we can increase transparency and … Continue Reading


October 21, 2021

Congressman Schiff on Contempt Vote in the House

"As Congress reconvened in the hours after the violence of January 6, there was a chance for moral clarity, when members of both parties could have come together to recognize that horrible day for what it was: a bloody insurrection designed to overturn a free and fair election. That moment of lucidity quickly gave way, as many Republicans now endeavor to rewrite history and diminish the threat posed by that insurrection to the very pillars of our democracy. "Today's vote to hold Steve Bannon … Continue Reading

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