Rep. Doris Matsui Calls For Second Stimulus Package Joins Colleagues in Calling for Additional Help for Working Families Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) joined over 25 of her colleagues in sending a letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi calling for a second, broader economic stimulus initiative. In addition to calling for short-term initiatives to stimulate the economy like extending unemployment benefits, increased infrastructure investment and increased food stamp payments, this letter focuses on cr...
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Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) introduced the Safe and Complete Streets Act of 2008 to make the nation's roadways accessible to alternate modes of transportation. Complete streets are designed and operated to enable safe access to motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and riders of public transit. Rep. Doris Matsui Introduces Complete Streets Legislation Bill Will Increase Options for Travel, Make Roads Accessible to Cyclists and Pedestrians "Once again, gas prices have hit record highs this week....
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Published in the Natomas Journal in May of 2008Making Investments to Strengthen Our EconomyBy Congresswoman Doris O. Matsui, California's 5th Congressional DistrictBy now, it is clear that Natomas, and all of California, has been particularly hard-hit by the current economic climate. That is why I am developing legislation to address the housing crisis and provide responsible assistance for hard-working Americans who have been affected by the current trends. Thanks to the action taken by Congre...
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Published in Politico in April of 2008.It May Be Easy Going GreenBy Congresswoman Doris O. Matsui, California's 5th Congressional DistrictDuring the 110th Congress, the new Democratic majority has made reforming our energy policy a top priority. Unfortunately, this goal has been stymied by the President's continued veto threats of the bills we have crafted. Despite this stonewalling, the fact remains that the world we live in is rapidly changing, with nature succumbing to the effects of global ...
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Published in The Hill in April 2008Two-pronged legislation aims to boost supply of public health workers in U.S.By Congresswoman Doris O. Matsui, California's 5th Congressional DistrictEveryday, we see new reports of emerging trends and illnesses that threaten our health and well-being. News stories appear almost daily in our papers warning us of the rise in staph infections, TB, sexually transmitted diseases, and more. When these concerns arise, our public health workforce is there to help kee...
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Rep. Doris Matsui Calls for More Relief on Tax DaySupports Bill to Simplify the Tax Code Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) joined the majority of her colleagues in passing the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act. This legislation will make the tax-code more user-friendly, and protect American citizens from harassment by private tax collection agencies. “We know that we are faced with a stubborn Administration that continues to funnel money overseas while Americans are facing very real chal...
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Rep. Doris Matsui Recognizes Teen Safety Driving Week Sacramento, Calif. - Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) recognized Teen Safety Driving Week, pointing to the need to promote safe, responsible driving in Sacramento. Rep. Matsui has drafted the STANDUP Act (Safe Teen and Novice Driver Uniform Protection) to accomplish this goal. “We are losing too many teenagers to traffic accidents. We must keep our children out of harm's way, and provide them with the skills to be safe, responsible drivers,” ...
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Rep. Doris Matsui Encourages Sacramento Teens to Apply for World Youth SummitNational Awardees to Visit Washington, D.C. Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) encouraged Sacramento-area teens to apply to the “Teening Up for a Greener World Youth Summit” program. Sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association, participants will spend three days in the nation's capital where they will meet lawmakers and learn about public transportation. The summit will be held June 22-25, 2008 in Washingt...
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Rep. Doris Matsui Receives Congressional Honors Award Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) was presented with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Congressional Honors Award. The National Capital Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society grants this award annually to Members of Congress for their support of initiatives fro cancer research and patient services. Sen. Mike Enzi (R-WY) also received the award this year. “I am honored to be presented with this award. Cancer touches each of us in one wa...
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Rep. Doris Matsui Co-Sponsors Alzheimer’s LegislationSeeks to Provide Better Care and Support to Alzheimer’s Patients Today, Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-05) became a co-sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Treatment and Caregiver Support Act. The bill would expand treatment and support services for Americans affected by Alzheimer’s disease. “Millions of Americans suffer from this disease, and have to rely on their family members and loved ones for support. They provide comfort and care to the victims of Alzhei...
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