Washington, D.C. - “I am sickened by the violence at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. I’m praying for the congregants and the entire American Jewish community. We all have a responsibility to speak out against anti-Semitic rhetoric, which grows into acts of violence like this one. My heart is one with the Jewish community.” ###
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Washington, D.C. - “Today, I am deeply disappointed by the confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to sit on the United States Supreme Court. I am concerned that this confirmation process will have a chilling effect on survivors of sexual assault coming forward. We all witnessed Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s powerful testimony, yet by confirming Judge Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, Senate Republicans are sending a message to women, girls, and sexual assault survivors everywhere that their experienc...
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Washington, D.C. - "I believe any credible and thorough FBI investigation should include interviews with the two key witnesses – Judge Kavanaugh and Dr. Ford. That did not happen. While I have the upmost respect for the men and women of the FBI, it is clear that the restrictions placed on the FBI by the Trump administration did not allow for a proper or credible investigation. The Trump Administration purposely limited the scope of the investigation, excluding not just Judge Kavanaugh and Dr. Fo...
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Matsui, Guthrie Introduce H.R. 6913, the Blockchain Promotion Act of 2018 Legislation would convene federal and industry stakeholders to develop a consensus-based definition of blockchain Washington, D.C. –Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressman Brett Guthrie (R-KY), Members of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittees on Communications and Technology and Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection, introduced H.R. 6913, the “Blockchain Promotion Act of 2018,” which would establish a working ...
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Matsui Applauds Passage of H.R. 6 WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui’s (D-CA) “Access to Telehealth Services for Substance Use Disorders Act,” H.R. 5603, and “Behavioral Health IT Legislation,” H.R. 3331 passed the House as part of H.R. 6 – SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation is expected to move swiftly through the Senate and to the president’s desk. “This is an important step in our work to address the opioid epidemic,” said Congresswoma...
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WASHINGTON - Today, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans voted along party lines to send the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh to the full Senate. They should be ashamed of themselves. Committee Republicans cast their vote despite Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s courageous and powerful testimony yesterday. It has been painstakingly obvious throughout this process that the Republican strategy is simply to ignore the survivors. Two women have publicly alleged that Judge Kavanaugh sexually assaulted them...
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Matsui Applauds House Passage of Natomas Levee Funding Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) applauded the House of Representatives’ passage of legislation providing $42 million for continued construction of the Natomas Levee Improvement Project. When completed, the Natomas Project will reduce flood risk for 80,000 people and $7 billion dollars of property. “It’s clear that Congress recognizes the importance of our levee projects in the Sacramento area and the need to fund them expeditiously...
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WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) led 90 House Members on a letter opposing the Trump Administration’s rollback of federal fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards for cars. In August, the Administration announced a plan to freeze the standards at the 2020 level through 2026. The plan also threatens states’ authority to set their own greenhouse gas standards under the Clean Air Act. “After reviewing your preferred alternative in the NPRM, it is clear that your prop...
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WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Bill Cassidy (R-Louis.) and U.S. Representatives Doris Matsui (D-Calif.) and David Price (D-N.C.) introduced a resolution recognizing September 11 as a national day of service and encouraging the American public to engage in a charitable service of their choosing on or around 9/11. In 2009, Congress established September 11 as a National Day of Service and Remembrance in tribute to the 9/11 victims, first responders, recovery workers...
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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) released the following statement on the passing of Senator John S. McCain III: "America has lost a dedicated and tenacious patriot in Senator John McCain. Senator McCain exemplified the spirit of our nation's values throughout a life that was tirelessly committed to public service: as a naval officer and United States Senator. Senator McCain’s profound loyalty and commitment to the principles of a free and just society made our country a bette...
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