Press Releases
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on Final Gainful Employment Rule
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Education released the final gainful employment rule: “At every step of the way, I, and many of my colleagues, supported the Department of Education’s efforts to create gainful employment regulations. I commend the Department for issuing a final rule that increases both transparency and accountability, despite fierce opposition from the for-profit college industry that refuses to … Continue Reading
October 29, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on Ebola Monitoring of Inland Empire Residents
Riverside, CA - Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after it was announced that two Inland Empire residents were being monitored and quarantined after traveling from Ebola-stricken countries: "My office has spoken to Riverside County Hospital officials and they have assured us that the two Inland Empire residents being monitored are showing no symptoms of the Ebola virus. The county officials also reiterated to me that hospital staff was properly trained in quarantine … Continue Reading
October 24, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on the Death of Lance Cpl. Sean Neal
Riverside, CA - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released the following statement after learning that Riverside resident Marine Lance Cpl. Sean P. Neal died in Iraq while serving in Operation Inherent Resolve: “I’m deeply saddened to learn about the death of Lance Cpl. Sean Neal in Iraq. Lance Cpl. Neal’s dedication to serving our country is admirable and I know that all Inland Empire residents will join me in honoring his memory. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved … Continue Reading
October 15, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Praises Investing in Manufacturing Communities Program
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano praised the Investing in Manufacturing Communities Program (IMCP), which gives communities priority when competing for up to $1.3 billion in federal funding from 11 different federal agencies. Earlier this year, Rep. Mark Takano lead a bipartisan letter from the Inland Empire Congressional delegation to the United States Department of Commerce calling for Riverside and San Bernardino counties to be designated as a manufacturing community … Continue Reading
October 14, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Issues “Jobs Agenda for the Inland Empire”
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano released a report titled “Jobs Agenda for the Inland Empire” - a comprehensive plan to reduce unemployment in the Inland Empire. Over the last year, Rep. Takano visited 100 businesses in the 41st Congressional District and heard directly from business owners about the economic climate in the Inland Empire. After the meetings with businesses of various sizes and in different business sectors, clear trends began to emerge about how to … Continue Reading
October 09, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano U.S. Service Academy Information Night Event
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October 08, 2014
San Francisco Federal Reserve Community Development Department Issues Report on the Rise of Single-Family Rental Units
Washington DC - Last week, the Community Development Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco issued a report titled, “The Rise of Single-Family Rentals in Arizona, California, and Nevada” examining trends in rental housing composition, with a focus on areas that have seen the fastest growth in single-family rentals, and their implications for community development. [i] The report outlines the increase in single-family rental housing saying it, “has become the fastest … Continue Reading
October 02, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on For-Profit College Rule Being Overturned
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after a U.S. District Court judge overturned a Department of Education rule that limits how the schools recruit students: “Today’s decision by the D.C. District Court overturning a Department of Education rule that limits bonuses to recruiters based on the number of students they enroll who graduate is misguided and goes against the interest of students and taxpayers. With the for-profit college industry accounting for … Continue Reading
October 01, 2014
Schwartz, Takano and Davis Lead Efforts to Ensure Same-Sex Couples Receive the Social Security Benefits They've Earned
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Reps. Allyson Y. Schwartz (PA-13), Mark Takano (CA-41), and Susan A. Davis (CA-53) led 127 U.S. Representatives today in urging the Social Security Administration to improve outreach to same-sex couples. State and federal laws determining Social Security benefits for same-sex couples have changed significantly in recent years. Prior to 2013, same-sex couples were unable to obtain Social Security benefits, even if they were legally married and lived in a state … Continue Reading
October 01, 2014
Rep. Takano Applauds the VA Awarding $3 million for Riverside County Homeless Veterans
Washington DC - Yesterday, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs announced it was dedicating $207 million toward the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program that will help 70,000 homeless veterans in their families. Riverside County, which has the eighth largest number of veterans in the nation, will receive $3 million. The SSVF program will provide supportive services to veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The veterans … Continue Reading
September 30, 2014
Rep. Takano Statement on the Supreme Court Blocking Ohio Early Voting
Washington DC -Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court blocked early voting in Ohio: “Yesterday’s decision by the Supreme Court’s conservative bloc to limit early voting in Ohio goes against one of our nation’s fundamental rights - the right to vote. Early voting in Ohio and other states allows millions of voices to be heard that might otherwise be unable to participate in our democracy. By shortening early voting and eliminating ‘Golden … Continue Reading
September 22, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano U.S. Service Academy Information Night Event
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September 17, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Celebrates Rubidoux Community Services District Being Awarded Funds to Replace Wastewater Facilities
Last year, the staff of Rep. Mark Takano met with Rubidoux CSD Director Skerbelis and inquired with the Federal Emergency Management Agency about funds for the Rubidoux Community Services District. In July, the Rubidoux Community Services District received word that they will be receiving $915,991.00 from FEMA and $360,185.00 from CalEMA. Rubidoux Community Services District General Manager sent the following letter to Rep. Takano thanking him and his staff for their role in the … Continue Reading
September 17, 2014
Rep. Takano Votes No on Amendment to Train and Equip Syrian Rebels
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano voted “no” on the Amendment to train and equip elements of the Syrian opposition. After the vote, Rep. Takano released the following statement: “After receiving briefings from Administration officials and Congressional leadership, and speaking with numerous national security officials and experts, I decided to vote against the McKeon amendment that would train and equip elements of the Syrian opposition for the purpose of confronting and … Continue Reading
September 10, 2014
Rep. Takano Statement on LGBT Veterans Benefits Amendment
Washington DC - Earlier this morning, Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) introduced an amendment in the House Committee on Veterans Affairs based on her bipartisan bill H.R. 2529, the Veteran Spouses Equal Treatment Act. The Veteran Spouses Equal Treatment Act amends the definition of “spouse” in Title 38 of the U.S. Code to ensure equal treatment for same-sex spouses, thereby aligning the VA with the Department of Defense and the Supreme Court ruling in Windsor v. U.S. Supported by the VA, the change … Continue Reading
August 29, 2014
Rep. Takano Meets with Border Agents, Mexican Government Officials at U.S.-Mexico Border Facility
Washington DC - Earlier this morning, Rep. Mark Takano traveled to McAllen, Texas with a delegation of Congressional members to meet with members of the Mexican Chamber of Deputies, U.S. border patrol and enforcement officials and a delegation from the Mexican government. Rep. Takano visited Hidalgo International Bridge, the McAllen Border Patrol Station, and the Department of Health and Human Services BCFS Harlingen Children’s Facility. While at the Hidalgo International … Continue Reading
August 26, 2014
Rep. Takano Releases 100 Businesses of the Inland Empire Report
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released a report titled “100 Businesses of the Inland Empire,” which uses the knowledge gained through the 100 Business Tour that he conducted last year. Takano visited book stores, coffee shops, manufacturers, software companies, retailers, and a number of other types of businesses across the Inland Empire. Although the businesses varied in size, location, and business sector, some of the most common concerns that business owners … Continue Reading
August 19, 2014
Rep. Takano Releases Report on Public Transportation in Riverside County for Seniors and Disabled
Washington DC - Earlier this morning, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released a report titled “Public Transportation In Riverside County: How to Break Down Barriers to Access for the Disabled and Elderly” during an event with the Riverside Transit Agency about the RTA’s Travel Training Program. The report details the difficulty seniors and disabled residents in Riverside County have while using public transportation. Some key finding in the report: By 2015, more than 15.5 million … Continue Reading
July 30, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Announces Legislation to Protect Students from For-Profit Colleges
Washington, DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (CA-41) announced the Protections and Regulations for Our Students Act (PRO Students Act) in a press conference with Rep. Susan Davis (CA-53) and Rep. Steve Cohen (TN-09). The legislation would: Require proprietary institutions to derive at least 15% of their revenue from non-federal student aid and ensure that military and veterans’ education benefits are included in that calculation. Prohibit schools from using … Continue Reading
July 30, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Introduces Legislation to Let Deaf and Hard of Hearing Serve in the Air Force
Washington, DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) introduced legislation that would allow deaf and hard of hearing individuals to serve in the United States Air Force in a demonstration program. Original co-sponsors include Rep. Niki Tsongas, Rep. John Garamendi, Rep. Henry Waxman, and Rep. Chris Van Hollen. Currently, the Department of Defense sets medical standards for enlistment. Within the “hearing” section, there are requirements for hearing levels that would exclude an … Continue Reading