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. Congresswoman Doris Matsui Fights to Make Sure American Veterans Receive Education Benefits Successfully Amends Bill After Hearin...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thurs., May 15, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Introduces Home Retention and Economic Stabilization Act Will Provide Relief to Sacramento Homeowners "This year, I have met with many Sacramento area families who are struggling with their mortgages in today's volatile economy. I believe that we must preserve the American dream of homeownership, and help hard-working Americans to weather these uncertain economic times," said Rep. Matsui. With the record number of defaults and foreclos...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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. The Watershed is desi...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tues., May 13, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Welcomes Sacramento Attorney to Washington, D.C. Local Resident Receives National Honor Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) welcomed Sacramento attorney Ralph Livingstone to her Washington, D.C. office (see attached photo for print). Mr. Livingstone was in the capitol to receive the Older Volunteers Enrich America Award from the MetLife Foundation. Mr. Livingstone was one of just 25 Americans over the age of 50 to receive the distinction for his ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wed., May 13, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Recognizes Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Today, in recognition of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. Earlier this year, she recorded her oral history for the United States Capitol Historical Society. The Historical Society and the Heritage Series LLC have joined together to create an oral history series featuring six current and former Asian Pa...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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. "It is all too evident that as we have become a mor...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mon., May 5, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Appointed to Two New Positions at the Smithsonian Institution Will Oversee New Museum, Chair Strategic Planning & Programs Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) was named a member of the National Museum of African American History and Culture Council. Matsui will replace Walter Massey as the Board of Regents' representative on the Council. She was also named as the Chair of the new Strategic Planning and Programs Committee. The National Museum...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thurs., April 24, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Amends Legislation to Keep Americans Safe on Cruise Ships Awareness and Protection are Key to Preventing Crimes on Cruise Ships Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) included key provisions in the Coast Guard Authorization Act to keep Americans safe on cruise ships. The Matsui amendment will ensure that the public is aware of the potential for a crime to occur at sea. . Representatives Ted Poe (TX-02), Christopher Shays (CT-04), and Caro...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wed., April 23, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Amends Legislation to Provide Resources for Sacramento Organizations Path to Making Small Business Owners' Dreams a Reality Will Be Made Easier Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) successfully amended the SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act (H.R. 5819) to help entrepreneurs implement their ideas and shepherd them through production and commercialization. The amendment will encourage business incubators-entities that provide startup companies wi...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tues., April 22, 2008 Rep. Doris Matsui Introduces the Energy Conservation Through Trees Act Will Promote Cleaner Air, Reduce Global Warming Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) introduced the Energy Conservation Through Trees Act of 2008 to help lower utility bills and improve air quality. By promoting the strategic planting of trees, the amount of energy needed to heat and cool homes will be reduced. "Today, we are tasked with reducing our dependence on foreign oil, stabilizi...
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