Press Releases
America COMPETES Act Passes House with Two Takano Amendments
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Mark Takano (D-Calif.) voted to pass H.R. 4521, the America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing Pre-Eminence in Technology and Economic Strength (America COMPETES) Act of 2022, which included one amendment that he introduced, and one amendment that he co-sponsored. The bill passed the House 222-210. The America COMPETES Act of 2022 will fix our supply chains, push to produce more products in America, strengthen our scientific and technological … Continue Reading
February 03, 2022
Rep. Takano Reintroduces Legislation to Establish a National Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Mark Takano (D-Calif.) reintroduced legislation to establish a national Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution in recognition of his legacy of fighting against the illegal incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. "Fred Korematsu was a staunch defender of civil rights who stood up for the 120,000 Japanese Americans who were wrongfully interned during World War II, including my own parents and grandparents. His history … Continue Reading
February 02, 2022
Reps. Takano, Casten, Foster, and Beyer Reintroduce the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act
Washington, DC - Today, Reps. Mark Takano (D-CA), Sean Casten (D-IL), Bill Foster (D-IL), and Don Beyer (D-VA) reintroduced the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act to strengthen the existing Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) by making it more available and accessible to Members' needs. "For more than two decades, the Office of Technology Assessment provided relevant, unbiased, technical and scientific assessments for Members of Congress and their staff. As … Continue Reading
January 06, 2022
Rep. Takano Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the January 6 Insurrection
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement on the one-year anniversary of the insurrection at the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021. "It's been said many times, but January 6, 2021, was truly one of the darkest days in our nation's history. "As Congress was carrying out its Constitutional duty of certifying President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris' historic victory, violent insurgents provoked by then-President Donald Trump and members of … Continue Reading
December 07, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on Congressional Progressive Caucus’ Endorsement of 32-Hour Workweek Act
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (CA-41) released this statement announcing that the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) formally endorsed the 32-Hour Workweek Act. This legislation would reduce the standard workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours by lowering the maximum hours threshold for overtime compensation for non-exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). "As a longtime member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, I am proud that the caucus voted to formally … Continue Reading
November 19, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on Passage of the Build Back Better Act
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following the passage of H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act (BBB). "After many months of intense negotiations, today is a monumental day in the history of our nation as House Democrats successfully passed the remainder of President Biden's agenda, the Build Back Better Act, and took a concrete step toward delivering for the American people," said Rep. Mark Takano. "This is a transformative investment in our … Continue Reading
November 06, 2021
Rep. Takano Votes to Pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Washington, DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). "Passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act represents a major win for the American people as we take one step closer toward passing the entirety of President Biden's Build Back Better agenda," said Rep. Mark Takano. "This bill makes critical investments in our nation's roads and bridges, public transit and rail, and broadband, and … Continue Reading
October 25, 2021
Statement on the Passing of Nancy Takano
Riverside, CA - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) regretfully shares the news that his mother, Nancy Takano, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at the age of 80. She is survived by her husband, William Takano, her four children, numerous grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A survivor of the Japanese-American internment during World War II, a former staff member at John W. North High School of the Riverside Unified School District, a successful insurance agent for New York … Continue Reading
October 21, 2021
Rep. Mark Takano and Rep. Tim Ryan Reintroduce the Congressional Maker Caucus
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) and Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) reintroduced the Congressional Maker Caucus which will connect members to their local makers, educate Congress and the public about the maker movement, support emerging technologies, and ensure that emerging regulations are designed to support makers and ancillary industries. The innovation and creativity that has long defined the American economy is undoubtedly making a comeback as new technology like robotics, … Continue Reading
October 19, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on the Death of a Local Veteran by Suicide at Loma Linda VA
Riverside, CA - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following reports of a local veteran dying by suicide at Loma Linda VA. Veterans can learn more about available mental health resources here. "It is with a heavy heart that I learned of a veteran dying by suicide at Loma Linda VA Medical Center yesterday morning, and I offer my deepest and sincerest condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones," said Rep. Mark Takano. "As Chairman of the House Committee on … Continue Reading
October 14, 2021
Rep. Takano leads 22 Members in Sending a Letter to Speaker Pelosi and Leader Hoyer in Support of America’s College Promise in the Reconciliation Package
Washington, DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) along with twenty-two Members of Congress sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer expressing their strong support for President Joe Biden's America's College Promise proposals to remain in the reconciliation package. In the letter, the Members state, "Thank you for your steadfast commitment and leadership in advancing President Biden's Build Back Better agenda through the process of budget reconciliation. As … Continue Reading
September 24, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on House Passage of the Women’s Health Protection Act
Washington, DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following the House passage of the Women's Health Protection Act, a bill that codifies the constitutional right to an abortion upheld in Roe v. Wade, creates federal protections against state laws that fail to protect women's access to reproductive health care and that intrude upon personal decision-making, and prohibits medically unwarranted restrictions that single out abortion services or the facilities that provide them. … Continue Reading
September 24, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on House Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
Washington, DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following the House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. The NDAA authorizes $768 billion in discretionary spending for national defense to support servicemembers and their families, protect our national security, invest in emerging technologies, and honor our values. "The NDAA makes generational investments in our country and our servicemembers that will ensure our defense … Continue Reading
September 20, 2021
Rep. Mark Takano, Rep. Mark Pocan, and Rep. Chris Pappas Co-Lead Resolution Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the Enactment of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Repeal
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA), along with Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) and Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH), lead a resolution to recognize the 10th anniversary of the enactment of the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Don't Pursue," also known as "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was a policy that forced LGBQ servicemembers to conceal their sexual orientation to serve in the military. It was codified in the FY1994 National Defense Authorization Act and signed into law by … Continue Reading
July 29, 2021
Rep. Mark Takano Launches Bipartisan Congressional Energy Storage Caucus with Rep. John Curtis
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) launched the bipartisan Congressional Energy Storage Caucus with Rep. John Curtis (R-Utah) to unify energy storage efforts and initiatives and advance energy storage through legislation and advocacy. "The creation of the Congressional Energy Storage Caucus is an important environmental undertaking that will allow Congress to focus its resources on expanding and implementing our energy storage efforts," said Rep. Mark Takano. "We must … Continue Reading
July 27, 2021
Rep. Takano Introduces Legislation to Reduce the Standard Workweek to 32 Hours
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) introduced legislation that would reduce the standard workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours by lowering the maximum hours threshold for overtime compensation for non-exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). A shorter workweek would benefit both employers and employees alike. Pilot programs run by governments and businesses across the globe have shown promising results as productivity climbed and workers reported better … Continue Reading
July 16, 2021
Rep. Takano Secures $6 Million to Fund Community Development Projects Across Riverside County
Riverside, CA - The House Committee on Appropriations passed the FY22 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies spending bill, as well as the FY22 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies spending bill, which together include $6,050,000 that Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) helped secure to fund seven community development projects across Riverside County. The projects that were funded in the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and … Continue Reading
July 08, 2021
Rep. Takano Statement on Second Installment of GAO Report on the Use of Forensic Algorithms by Law Enforcement
Riverside, CA – Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) released this statement following the release of part two of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on the use of forensic algorithms by law enforcement. The report titled, “Forensic Technology: Algorithms Strengthen Forensic Analysis, but Several Factors Can Affect Outcomes,” provides an assessment on the use of forensic algorithms and gives policy recommendations to help address challenges with the use of forensic … Continue Reading
July 02, 2021
Rep. Takano Applauds Biden Administration Action to Support Noncitizen Veterans, Servicemembers, and their Families
Riverside, CA - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, released this statement following a DHS and VA announcement of an initiative to support noncitizen servicemembers, veterans, and immediate family members. "Deported veterans are exiled from the country they were willing to die for, and their deportation prevents them from accessing the VA benefits they earned and that they are legally entitled to. Servicemembers and their families also … Continue Reading
July 02, 2021
Rep. Takano Secures $1 Million to Improve Access to Clean Water in Mead Valley
Washington, DC - The House Committee on Appropriations passed the FY22 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies spending bill which included $1 million that Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) helped secure to fund the Mead Valley Water Booster Station Replacement Project. The Mead Valley Water Booster Station, constructed in 1964, is nearing the end of its useful life. This project aims to rehabilitate the exhausted pumps at the facility to ensure that a traditionally underserved community in … Continue Reading