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November 07, 2023

Reps. Schiff, Ruiz Introduce Lifesaving Bill to Help Schools Prevent Opioid Overdoses

Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-Calif.) introduced the Helping Educators Respond to Overdoses (HERO) Act, legislation that would save lives by expanding access to opioid overdose reversal drugs, such as Narcan, in schools, providing critical training for staff, and implementing educational resources for students and communities to combat the opioid and fentanyl epidemic.According to the CDC, 106,699 Americans died from a drug overdose in … Continue Reading


November 02, 2023

Rep. Schiff Statement on H.R. 6126

Washington, D.C. — Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement in opposition of H.R. 6126:“During this time of crisis, when the Congress should provide bipartisan emergency assistance to Israel, Speaker Johnson has chosen to play dangerous political games instead. Today’s proposal conditions aid to Israel on a right-wing domestic priority — defunding the IRS — which not only destroyed bipartisan support for the aid package but also would make the deficit worse, not … Continue Reading


November 02, 2023

Reps. Schiff, Hayes Introduce Legislation to Help Provide Cost-Free, Mobile Vision Services for K-12 Students

Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) introduced the See the Board Act, legislation directing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to make grants available for nonprofit organizations that provide cost-free, mobile vision services for students in public elementary and secondary schools. Due to inequitable access to vision care, it is estimated that more than two million students nationwide go to school each day without the … Continue Reading


November 01, 2023

Rep. Adam Schiff Releases Statement on Senate Confirmation of US Ambassador to Israel

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released a statement on the Senate’s confirmation of the United States Ambassador to Israel, Jack Lew.“Yesterday's Senate confirmation of Ambassador Jack Lew is a crucial step in safeguarding our relationship with Israel. The brutal attack by Hamas on October 7 demands the full attention and expertise of our Ambassador, and I have full confidence that Jack Lew is exceptionally well-suited for this role.Ambassador Lew's extensive … Continue Reading


October 27, 2023

ICYMI: Rep. Schiff’s Bill to Grant Striking Workers Unemployment Insurance Applauded by Labor Unions & Organizations

Washington, D.C.— In case you missed it, this week, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), joined by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Donald Norcross (D-N.J.), and over 35 colleagues, introduced the Empowering Striking Workers Act, legislation that has received broad support from over 20 unions and labor organizations. Schiff’s legislation would ensure that workers exercising their legal right to collectively bargain are eligible for unemployment insurance benefits after 14 days of striking. … Continue Reading


October 26, 2023

ICYMI: Rep. Schiff Introduces Bill to Grant Striking Workers Unemployment Insurance, Garners Support from Colleagues, Labor Unions

Washington, D.C. — In case you missed it, this week, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), joined by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Donald Norcross (D-N.J.), and over 35 colleagues, introduced the Empowering Striking Workers Act, legislation that has received broad support from over 20 unions and labor organizations. Schiff’s legislation would ensure that workers exercising their legal right to collectively bargain are eligible for unemployment insurance benefits after 14 days of … Continue Reading


October 25, 2023

Reps. Schiff, Ocasio-Cortez, Norcross, and 35 + Colleagues Introduce Bill to Grant Striking Workers Unemployment Insurance

Over 20 labor unions endorse the bill such as the United Auto Workers, American Federation of Teachers, Writers Guild of America-West, California Labor Federation, and more Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), and Donald Norcross (D-N.J.), introduced the Empowering Striking Workers Act, new legislation that would ensure workers exercising their legal right to collectively bargain, as well as workers indirectly impacted, are … Continue Reading


October 19, 2023

Schiff’s Congressional Office Helps Six Constituents & Their Families Evacuate Israel During Ongoing Crisis

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced that his constituent services team, in coordination with the State Department, helped facilitate the safe evacuation of six constituents and their families out of Israel via charter flights and commercial air. “Last week, when my office received calls, texts, and emails from those with loved ones in Israel, we worked quickly with the State Department to assist with the safe evacuation of six constituents and their … Continue Reading


October 12, 2023

Reps. Schiff, Vargas, Colleagues Urge SEC to Include Stricter Greenhouse Gas Emissions Disclosures for the Biggest Corporations

Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Juan Vargas (D-Calif.) led a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler, urging the Commission to require the largest corporations to fully disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. Schiff and Vargas were joined by 24 members of the California delegation.California recently passed legislation that takes on the fossil fuel industry by requiring giant corporations in California to accurately … Continue Reading


October 11, 2023

Rep. Schiff’s Head Start Bill Applauded by Community Leaders, Advocates for Early Childhood Education

Washington, D.C. — Representative Adam Schiff’s (D-Calif.) forward-thinking Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act has received support from a wide range of community leaders and advocates for early childhood education. Schiff’s legislation would invest billions of dollars in Head Start programs, infrastructure, and workforce in order to provide critical, high-quality education, health, and social services to young children and families from low-income households. “As a parent, I know just … Continue Reading


October 08, 2023

Statement: Rep. Schiff Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Israel Amidst Terrorist Attacks

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) issued the following statement in response to the terrorist attacks in Israel:"I stand strongly with Israel in the face of this terrorist attack by Hamas and declaration of war on the people of Israel. Israel has a right to defend itself, and the U.S. must do all it can to assist Israel as it protects its citizens and takes all necessary steps to recover the hostages taken. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those … Continue Reading


October 07, 2023

Statement: Rep. Schiff, Jewish Members of the House of Representatives Condemn Terrorist Attacks in Israel

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), Brad Schneider (D-Ill.), Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.), Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.), Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.), Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.), Lois Frankel (D-Fla.), Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.), Mike Levin (D-Calif.), Kathy Manning (D-N.C.), Dean Phillips (D-Minn.), Kim Schrier (D-Wash.), Brad Sherman (D-Calif.), Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.), and … Continue Reading


October 06, 2023

Rep. Schiff Introduces Bill To Protect Individuals From Harassment By Foreign Governments

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) re-introduced legislation to bolster the prosecution and oversight of transnational repression - efforts by foreign governments to harass, intimidate, or harm individuals beyond their own borders, including in the United States, in order to silence or coerce persons who oppose or are critical of a government.“My legislation will give the U.S. government the tools it needs to protect individuals and their families who have chosen … Continue Reading


October 04, 2023

Rep. Schiff and Colleagues Demand Answers from Elon Musk Over Recent Firings of Election Integrity Staff

Washington, D.C— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), joined by Representatives Hank Johnson (D-Ga.), Andre Carson (D-Nev.), Nikema Williams (D-Ga.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Lori Trahan (D-Ma.), and Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), sent a letter to Elon Musk demanding answers regarding reports that Musk laid off half of X's election integrity team. These firings represent the latest example of the misinformation and hostile environment Musk has fostered on X's platform since purchasing the … Continue Reading


October 03, 2023

Rep. Schiff, Sens. Luján, Klobuchar Write Letter Urging FEC to Regulate Deceptive AI

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) sent a letter to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) in support of their unanimous decision to advance Public Citizen’s petition requesting rulemaking to address the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in deceptive campaign advertisements. The letter also urges the Commission to use its authority to regulate the use of generative AI in campaign … Continue Reading


October 03, 2023

Rep. Schiff Statement on Vote to Oust Kevin McCarthy as Speaker

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the motion to vacate brought forward in the House of Representatives. “Under Kevin McCarthy's speakership, the House of Representatives has lurched from crisis to crisis. Simply put, Kevin McCarthy lacks the integrity, honesty and skill necessary to govern. He voted to overturn the election. He broke his word to the President on the budget deal. He brought us to the brink of a shutdown. We need … Continue Reading


October 02, 2023

Rep. Adam Schiff Introduces the Jamal Khashoggi Protection of Activists and Press Freedom Act of 2023

Washington, D.C. — This week, Representative Adam Schiff, joined by Representatives Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) and Gerry Connolly (D-Va.), introduced the Jamal Khashoggi Protection of Activists and Press Freedom Act of 2023 to protect activists and journalists, codify the Khashoggi Ban, and introduce the Khashoggi Amendment to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act. Five years ago, the brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi at the hands of Saudi intelligence officers, acting on explicit orders of the … Continue Reading


September 30, 2023

Rep. Adam Schiff Releases Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution

Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the passage of a 45 day continuing resolution to fund the government. “Today's bipartisan continuing resolution, while not perfect, upholds our fundamental duty of funding the government and provides crucial support for disaster relief, the FAA, and our service members. I supported this bill to prevent a government shutdown, which would harm our recovering economy and families across the nation.  It was … Continue Reading


September 29, 2023

Statement: Rep. Adam Schiff Statement on Passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein

Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.). “Today, the nation has truly lost a giant of the U.S. Senate, California has lost its trail-blazing leader, and I lost a real friend and mentor. Senator Dianne Feinstein was one of the finest legislators we have ever seen, and her accomplishments made our country and world a better place. “The Senator’s legacy is unmatched. “Senator Feinstein … Continue Reading


September 28, 2023

Rep. Adam Schiff Introduces Bill to Protect Affordable Housing Programs During Potential Government Shutdown

Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act, which would exempt several federal rental assistance programs from the impact of a government shutdown.  The Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act would safeguard critical housing assistance for the most vulnerable such as low-income Americans, seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children.  “Californians should not bear the … Continue Reading

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