Press Releases
Rep. Mark Takano Announces “100 Businesses in 100 Days” Tour
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) announced today that he will be conducting a tour of one hundred local Inland Empire businesses over the next one hundred days. The tour, dubbed "100 Businesses in 100 Days," will give Rep. Takano the opportunity to talk with business owners and their employees about the business climate and their challenges. "The Inland Empire has been hit particularly hard during The Great Recession. With the unemployment rate peaking at 15% and one in every … Continue Reading
August 02, 2013
Rep. Takano and Thirty Seven Members of Congress Travel to Israel and Palestinian Territories
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano will accompany House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer, who will serve as the senior Member of a group of 37 House Democrats visiting Israel and the West Bank from August 5th to 11th to learn more about issues critical to the U.S.-Israel relationship and international security. "The Israeli and Palestinian governments restarting peace talks has brought a renewed a sense of hope for a long term agreement," said Representative Takano. "I look forward to expanding my … Continue Reading
July 31, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Issues Statement on Sikh Temple Spray Painting
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after the Sikh Temple in Jurupa Valley was vandalized by the word "terrorist" being spray painted on a wall surrounding the temple: "I'm appalled by the recent actions of an unknown perpetrator who has committed an act of unthinkable intolerance against the Sikh Temple in Jurupa Valley. These types of actions have no place in Riverside County and I have grave concerns about such unfounded, ignorant statements being levied … Continue Reading
July 24, 2013
Rep. Takano Highlights Benefits Residents in Inland Empire Receiving from Affordable Care Act
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released information that detailed the benefits thousands of residents in California's 41st Congressional District are receiving from the Affordable Care Act, which House Republicans voted to undermine for the 38th time last week. "Three years have passed since the Affordable Care Act became law and despite Republican attempts to chip away at it, its benefits are beginning to take effect for residents in the Inland Empire," Rep. … Continue Reading
July 19, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Issues Statement on the Student Success Act
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) voted "no" on H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and issued the following statement: "Earlier today, I voted against the Student Success Act that was introduced by House Republicans. Despite the legislation's name and its stated goal to fix the flawed No Child Left Behind Act, it does just the opposite. "This legislation harms students - plain and simple. It guts education funding by locking in the sequester, rolls back numerous … Continue Reading
July 15, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano to Hold YouTube Town Hall on Immigration Reform
Washington, DC - This Tuesday, July 16, Rep. Mark Takano will hold a YouTube Town Hall on immigration reform with Frank Sharry, Founder and Executive Director of America's Voice. WHAT:Rep. Mark Takano YouTube Town Hall on Immigration Reform WHO:Rep. Mark TakanoFrank Sharry - Founder and Executive Director of America's Voice WHERE:YouTube.com/RepMarkTakano WHEN:Tuesday, July 16, 20137:00pm - 8:00pm (Pacific)10:00pm - 11:00pm (Eastern) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: … Continue Reading
July 11, 2013
Rep. Takano Formally Invites President Obama to the Inland Empire to Discuss Immigration Reform
Washington DC - Earlier this week, it was reported that President Obama is considering traveling the country to discuss comprehensive immigration reform with American citizens. Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) sent a letter formally inviting the President to the Inland Empire to speak with residents about the benefits of immigration reform. Full text of letter: Dear Mr. President: I understand that you are considering traveling around the United States to explain, inform, and answer questions … Continue Reading
July 11, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on Perris Valley Line Settlement
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after the Riverside County Transportation Commission settled with a community group to allow the Perris Valley Line project to continue: "I'm pleased to see the Riverside County Transportation Commission reach an agreement with a community group that will allow the Perris Valley Line project to move forward. This is a win for our region as not only will the proposed 24-mile rail line take an estimated … Continue Reading
July 03, 2013
Rep. Takano Applauds Department of Transportation Finalizing Loan to Improve SR-91
Washington DC - Earlier today, the United States Department of Transportation closed a $422 million Transportation Infrastructure Finance Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan to the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) to improve SR-91. The project will extend two tolled Express Lanes and add an additional general purpose lane on an eight-mile segment stretching from Orange County to Riverside County. Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) applauded the closing of the loan saying, "This loan from … Continue Reading
June 27, 2013
Rep. Takano Announces Department of Labor Grant for Homeless Riverside Veterans
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) announced the United States Department of Labor has awarded $157,000 to the Riverside United States Veterans Initiative. The grant was announced by the United States Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) with 120 others, which cumulatively totaled almost $29 million. The grants were awarded through the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) and will provide more than 14,000 veterans with … Continue Reading
June 26, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Issues Statement on DOMA and Proposition 8 Supreme Court Decisions
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court released its decisions on Perry v. Hollingsworth (Proposition 8) and United States v. Windsor (Defense of Marriage Act): "Today is a monumental day for families across America as we take a step closer toward full equality for LGBT Americans. By striking down Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act and allowing the Ninth Circuit court ruling to stand on California's Proposition 8, the Supreme … Continue Reading
June 25, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on the Supreme Court Striking Down the Voting Rights Act
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court issued its decision on Shelby County v. Holder and ruled Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act as unconstitutional: "Today's decision by the Supreme Court to strike down Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act is incredibly disappointing. For over 45 years, the Voting Rights Act has provided voting protections to millions of Americans who are susceptible to disenfranchisement by prohibiting … Continue Reading
June 14, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on National Defense Authorization Act
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act: "Earlier today, I voted in for favor of the National Defense Authorization Act, which ensures that our military remains the most advanced, most capable force in the world. This legislation contains important provisions that support March Air Reserve Base and its vital mission for our nation. I'm also pleased to see that military bases with Remotely … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Applauds California National Guard Work for Warriors Program Funding from U.S. Department of Defense
Washington DC - Last week, the United States Department of Defense announced that the California National Guard will be receiving $1 million for the Work for Warriors Program (WFW), which aims to reduce unemployment in the California National Guard by 25%. Established in 2012, the Work for Warriors Program directly places unemployed California National Guard members into jobs by utilizing business contacts from the WFW Business Coordinator and provides details on job openings. WFW staff also … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Rep. Takano Applauds Senate Advancing Comprehensive Immigration Reform in Overwhelming Bipartisan Vote
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after the United States Senate voted 82-15 to invoke cloture and begin debate for the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013 (S.744): "I'm incredibly heartened by the Senate's overwhelming show of bipartisan support for comprehensive immigration reform. By voting to begin debate on the Gang of Eight's proposal, the Senate has begun a crucial step, as the final … Continue Reading
June 10, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on Santa Monica Shooting
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement regarding the recent shooting in Santa Monica: "The mass shooting last week in Santa Monica was a senseless, deplorable act of violence. As the investigation continues and the authorities search for answers, let us keep the victims and their families in our thoughts and prayers. "Sadly, these types of mass shootings are occurring more frequently. I urge my colleagues in Congress to take up responsible … Continue Reading
June 07, 2013
El Congresista Mark Takano Emite Una Declaración Acerca de la Enmienda Republicana Que Exige la Deportacion de Soñadores.
Washington DC- El día de hoy, el Congresista Mark Takano (D- Riverside) emitió la siguiente declaración acerca de la enmienda que el Congresista Steve King (R-IA) propuso que requerirá que el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) enfoque el mismo tiempo y la misma energía en individuos que respetan la ley, incluyendo a 800,000 Soñadores que a criminales. "La enmienda que propuso el Congresista King hoy, que ultimadamente paso la Cámara de Diputados, que actualmente tiene una … Continue Reading
June 06, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on Republican Amendment That Calls for Deportation of DREAMers
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement regarding Rep. Steve King's (R-IA) amendment that would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to focus an equal time and energy on law-abiding individuals, including 800,000 DREAMers, as on lawbreakers: "The amendment proposed by Rep. King earlier today, which was ultimately passed by the House Republican Majority, is misguided and wrong. The vast majority of immigrants that come to the … Continue Reading
May 28, 2013
EVENT: Rep. Takano to hold Open House and Town Hall in Perris
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May 22, 2013
Rep. Takano Honors Harvey Milk on the House Floor
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) honored Harvey Milk on the House floor by entering his most famous words into the Congressional Record on his behalf.Milk was the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in California when he was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1978 and is considered one of the earliest LGBT activists. Today, May 22, would have been Harvey Milk's 83rd birthday and is recognized as "Harvey Milk Day." … Continue Reading