Press Releases
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
May 22, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on Exclusion of Bi-National Same-Sex Provisions from Immigration Reform
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) issued the following statement after the exclusion of an amendment in the Senate Judiciary Committee that would have provided protections to bi-national same-sex couples:"I'm incredibly disappointed that the Senate Judiciary Committee decided not to include provisions in the Immigration Reform bill that would have granted bi-national same-sex couples the same rights as everybody else. "While this is a definite step backward, I am committed to working … Continue Reading
May 22, 2013
Rep. Takano Issues Statement on Keystone XL Vote
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) voted no on H.R. 3 and issued the following statement:"Earlier today, I voted against H.R. 3, otherwise known as the Northern Route Approval Act, which declares that a presidential permit is not required for the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. This legislation brought forth by House Republicans also bypasses several important regulatory steps that provide transparency and information about the project's impact on neighboring communities. … Continue Reading
May 10, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Releases “A Quick Guide to Understanding Immigration Reform” Video
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released a video titled "A Quick Guide to Understanding Immigration Reform."The 90-second viral video explains several of the key provisions in the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013 (S.744). [[{"fid":"284","view_mode":"teaser","type":"media","attributes":{"alt":"A Quick Guide to Understanding Immigration Reform","class":"media-element … Continue Reading
May 10, 2013
El Congresista Mark Takano Presenta Un Video Titulado, “Una Guía Sencilla Para Comprender La Reforma Inmigratoria”
Washington, DC - El Congresista Takano (D-CA) presenta un video titulado. "Una Guía Sencilla Para Comprender La Reforma Inmigratoria".Este video explica varias de las principales disposiciones del Acta de Seguridad Fronteriza, Oportunidad Económica y Modernización Inmigratoria del 2013 (S.744). [[{"fid":"282","view_mode":"teaser","type":"media","attributes":{"alt":"Una Guía Sencilla Para Comprender La Reforma Migratoria","class":"media-element … Continue Reading
May 08, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Conducts Transportation Safety Awareness Survey to Determine Inland Empire Needs
Washington DC - Yesterday, Rep. Mark Takano released a Transportation Safety Awareness Survey to determine the infrastructure needs of Riverside County.In the survey, Rep. Takano asked residents which specific improvement or repairs should be the priority for the Inland Empire. Residents were able to select and provide details on either Public Transportation; Roadway Maintenance and Improvements; Freeway Maintenance and Improvements; Bicycling and Walking; Bridge Maintenance and Improvements; … Continue Reading
May 08, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Honors Former Riverside City Councilman Ameal Moore on House Floor
Washington DC - Yesterday, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) honored former Riverside City Councilman Ameal Moore in a speech on the House Floor:[[{"fid":"280","view_mode":"teaser","type":"media","attributes":{"alt":"Rep. Mark Takano Pays Tribute to Ameal Moore","class":"media-element file-teaser"}}]] Full Remarks: "Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to former Riverside City Councilman Ameal Moore. "Born and raised in the South, Ameal experienced 'Separate but Equal' and injustice first … Continue Reading
May 08, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on South Korean President Park Geun-hye’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released the following statement following the address of South Korean President Park Geun-hye to a joint session of Congress:"President Geun-hye's address today before a joint session of Congress is yet another example of America's commitment to South Korea's safety and ending North Korea's buildup of nuclear capabilities. The international community can no longer sit idly by as North Korea continues to engage in behavior that repeatedly puts American … Continue Reading
May 08, 2013
Veterans’ Affairs Committee Clears Bills for House Floor Consideration
WASHINGTON, DC - The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs voted to approve six bills during a full committee markup today, including two pieces of legislation introduced by Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA).The VetSuccess Enhancement Act (H.R. 844) increases disabled veterans' access to critical vocational and educational services by extending the eligibility period for the Department of Veterans Affairs' Vocational Rehabilitation & Education (VR&E) VetSuccess program. Currently, disabled … Continue Reading
May 01, 2013
Rep. Takano Calls for Investigation of Nevada’s Busing of Mentally Ill Patients into the Inland Empire
Washington DC - Yesterday, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) joined Rep. Ami Bera (D-Sacramento) and nineteen other members of the California Delegation in sending a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice requesting an investigation into the busing of mentally ill patients from Nevada to California. "If this practice of shipping patients with a history of mental illness to other states, known colloquially as 'Greyhound Therapy,' is occurring, it would … Continue Reading
April 26, 2013
Rep. Takano Votes to End FAA Air Traffic Controller Cuts
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) voted for legislation that grants the Secretary of Transportation the flexibility to transfer funds to prevent the Federal Aviation Administration's Air Traffic Controller cuts.After the vote, Takano said, "While this bill is good news for travelers, I was disappointed that it did nothing to address the equally harmful cuts to countless other programs throughout the country and here in the Inland Empire. With countless economists … Continue Reading