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andquot;I commend Sen. Clinton for her service to our country, and her tireless leadership. Over the years, I have seen firsthand what a wonderful and dedicated public servant she is. Today, I know that she, too, stands firmly behind Sen. Obama as he looks forward to the general election. We are the people's party, and we are unified in our mission: to return our focus to ensuring a better America for generations to come.andquot;
Rep. Doris Matsui Statement on Sen. Barack Obama Becoming the Democratic Presidential Nominee
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Wed., June 11, 2008
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Rep. Doris Matsui Votes for Legislation to Invest in Rail and Mass Transit
Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) joined her colleagues in passing the Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act (H.R. 6003) to modernize and expand Amtrak and other intercity passenger rail service and infrastructure.
Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) announced that Damarys Solorzano, a junior from Florin High School, has been named the Congressional Art Competition winner from California's Fifth District. Ms. Solorzano will travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in a reception honoring the winners from across the nation and see the unveiling of her artwork in the United States Capitol.
This afternoon, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) was named to the powerful Energy and Commerce Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives. The Energy and Commerce Committee has jurisdiction over a vast amount of issues, ranging from national policy on health care and energy, to interstate and foreign commerce and consumer safety.
Rep. Doris Matsui Appointed to Powerful Energy and Commerce Committee
Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-5) successfully amended the Defense Department Authorization Bill to ensure that America's veterans receive the full scope of education benefits to which they are entitled. After being contacted by a constituent, Rep. Matsui investigated the issue with the Army and Department of Defense and crafted an amendment to correct the current law.
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Thurs., May 15, 2008
Rep. Doris Matsui Introduces Home Retention and Economic Stabilization Act
Will Provide Relief to Sacramento Homeowners
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Wed., May 14, 2008
Congresswoman Doris Matsui Lands Major Victory In the Farm Bill
Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-5) landed an astounding victory for the citizens of the Sacramento region. After more than a year of meeting with interested parties and working with her colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives, Matsui was successful in establishing national priority status for the Sacramento River Watershed in this year's much-anticipated Farm Bill.
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Tues., May 13, 2008
Rep. Doris Matsui Welcomes Sacramento Attorney to Washington, D.C.
Local Resident Receives National Honor
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Wed., May 13, 2008
Rep. Doris Matsui Recognizes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
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Wed., May 14, 2008
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Matsui Resolution
Volunteers Provide Support, Strength to Communities
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. Doris Matsui's House Resolution honoring Americorps Week, which is celebrated from May 11th through the 18th. This nationwide recognition focuses on how Americorps members engage in intense citizen service to address national and local challenges.