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Rep. Mark Takano Requests Urban Areas Security Initiative Funding Eligibility for Inland Empire
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside), Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-Palm Springs), and Rep. Gloria Negrete McLeod (D-Chino) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson requesting the return of the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metropolitan area to the funding eligibility list for the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI). The letter states, "Since 2008, the Riverside UASI Region has used these grant funds to invest in critical initiatives, … Continue Reading
February 27, 2014
Rep. Takano and Three Additional Members of Congress Announce “Congressional Maker Caucus”
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Mark Takano joined today with Congressmen Steve Stivers, Tim Ryan, and Mick Mulvaney to co-found the Congressional Maker Caucus, which will help promote America's growing "maker" economy, including the use of new technologies with the potential for revolutionizing American manufacturing and lowering barriers to entrepreneurship. Through the use of maker technologies such as desktop 3D printers, CNC machines, and consumer grade laser cutting machines, … Continue Reading
February 26, 2014
Rep. Takano Applauds Prioritization of March Air Reserve Base for MQ-9 Reapers
Washington DC - The United States Air Force and the National Guard Bureau have chosen the California National Guard's 163rd Reconnaissance Wing, located at March Air Reserve Base, to receive the next tranche of MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft (RPA). This is especially important as they replace the current aging MQ-1 Predator assets at March. Last year, Rep. Takano (D-Riverside), along with Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona) and Rep. Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley), included language in the … Continue Reading
February 20, 2014
Rep. Takano Releases Statement on President Obama Dropping Chained CPI from Budget Proposal
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) released the following statement after it was reported that President Obama was no longer offering to lower Social Security cost-of-living increases by chaining it to the consumer price index: “One of the promises that I made when I came to Congress last year was to oppose any cuts to Social Security and Medicare. If implemented, chained CPI would cut seniors benefits by $650 a year by the time they reach 75, and more than $1,000 a … Continue Reading
February 17, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Announces Fire Prevention and Safety Program Funding Opportunity Opening Date
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano announced the opening date of the Fiscal Year 2013 Fire Prevention and Safety Funding Opportunity through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The application period for the Fiscal year 2013 Fire Prevention and Safety Program will open on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. EST and will close on March 21, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. EST. The 2013 Department of Homeland Security … Continue Reading
February 03, 2014
Rep. Takano Announces Service Academy Nominations
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) announced the nomination of fourteen Inland Empire students for appointment to the United States Service Academies. If offered an appointment, these students will join their academy’s class of 2018. To qualify, applicants must be residents of California’s 41st Congressional District; be at least 17 years old, but not older than 23; have a high school education with high academic standing; participate in extracurricular … Continue Reading
February 03, 2014
United States House of Representatives Passes Legislation Introduced by Rep. Mark Takano
Washington DC - Earlier today, the United States House of Representatives passed the GI Bill Tuition Fairness Act (H.R. 357), a bipartisan piece of legislation that would improve veterans benefits with regards to education, vocational rehabilitation, and job training. The GI Bill Tuition Fairness Act includes the VetSuccess Enhancement Act (H.R. 844) and the Work Study for Student Veterans Act (H.R. 1453), both of which were originally introduced by Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside). Upon … Continue Reading
January 30, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on the Retirement of Henry Waxman
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) issued the following statement after Rep. Henry Waxman announced his retirement from the House of Representatives after serving nearly forty years: "I was saddened to learn that Henry Waxman announced his retirement earlier today. I have long admired his tireless work on the environment, consumer protection and health care. While his record of accomplishments is vast, most notably, his dedicated crusade against the tobacco industry in the 90's … Continue Reading
January 30, 2014
Rep. Takano and Sen. Carper Applaud New Website for Student Veterans to Report Abuses by Colleges
This morning, Rep. Takano and Sen. Carper commended the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense as they unveiled their new complaint intake website for student veterans who feel that they have been deceived, abused, or otherwise taken advantage of by colleges. Rep. Takano said, “I am very pleased to see the VA and DOD take up this issue. Many for-profit colleges specifically target veterans, using aggressive recruitment tactics that intentionally invoke pain and fear to … Continue Reading
January 29, 2014
Rep. Takano Reacts to SOTU; Urges Increased Commitment to Veterans
WASHINGTON, DC - In reaction to President Obama’s remarks regarding veterans in last night’s State of the Union Address, Rep. Mark Takano (CA-41) released the following statement: “I was encouraged by Congress’ bipartisan support for President Obama’s remarks regarding veterans in last night’s State of the Union address. The president’s account of Sergeant First Class Cory Remsburg’s resolve reminds us all of what we know to be true—our veterans are capable of tackling any obstacle blocking … Continue Reading
January 28, 2014
Rep. Takano Statement on President Obama’s Executive Order Raising the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after President Obama announced that he would raise the minimum wage for federal contract workers through an Executive Order: “The President’s announcement today that he will raise the minimum wage for federal contract workers is a huge victory for working class Americans. By taking this single action, hundreds of thousands of Americans who work hard every single day, yet still struggle just to get by will finally be able to … Continue Reading
January 28, 2014
Rep. Takano Statement on President Obama’s State of the Union Speech
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano released the following statement after President Obama delivered his State of the Union speech: "Earlier tonight, President Obama delivered his fifth State of the Union speech and laid out his vision for 2014. Throughout his remarks, the President called on Congress to act on the important issues that face our nation. "I join the President in calling for Congress to pursue legislation that would create jobs and expand economic opportunity for all … Continue Reading
January 27, 2014
Rep. Takano Statement on Goldman Sachs-American Homes 4 Rent Bond Deal
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano issued the following statement after it was announced that American Homes 4 Rent, which is the second-largest single-family landlord in the nation, struck a deal with Goldman Sachs to arrange a bond backed by rental payments: “The deal between Goldman Sachs and American Homes 4 Rent further illustrates the need for Congressional hearings and regulation on rental backed securities. This second deal shows a clear pattern for investment groups who are looking … Continue Reading
January 23, 2014
Rep. Takano Calls for Congressional Hearings into Rental Backed Securities
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano sent a letter to House Financial Services Chairman Jeb Hensarling and Ranking Member Maxine Waters requesting Congressional hearings into single-family rental backed securities that are being developed by The Blackstone Group. In the letter, Rep. Takano says, “The Financial Services Committee can help resolve unanswered questions about these new bonds and the impact they may have on the housing market. Proper oversight of new financial … Continue Reading
January 23, 2014
Rep. Takano Releases “Rent on the Rise in Riverside” Report
Washington DC - Earlier today, Representative Mark Takano (D-CA) released his “Rent on the Rise in Riverside” report showing that one in three renters in Riverside County is paying more than fifty percent of their income on rent, a twenty percent increase since 2007. The report also show that the number of people paying more than half of their income on rent in Riverside County is rising faster than other Southern California counties. The report, gathered from information available in the … Continue Reading
January 15, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Statement on Omnibus Appropriations Bill
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano voted in favor of H.R.3547, the Fiscal Year 2014 omnibus appropriations bill and released the following statement: “For the past several years, Congress has unfortunately imposed many self-inflicted economic wounds, including implementing sequestration, failing to raise the debt limit, and shutting down the government. This deep dysfunction has slowed our recovery and cost us jobs. “However, the bipartisan budget passed late last year … Continue Reading
January 07, 2014
Rep. Mark Takano Releases Year-End Report for California’s 41st Congressional District
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released his year-end report for California’s 41st Congressional District. “Throughout 2013, my staff and I were committed to providing a level of constituent services and representation that residents of the Inland Empire have not had in decades,” said Rep. Takano. “This report, which shows that my office returned over $1 million in benefits to constituents, held numerous town halls, and responded to thousands of residents … Continue Reading
December 06, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano to Attend Major Announcement Regarding Perris Valley Line December 9
Washington, DC - On Monday, December 9, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) will attend a funding announcement regarding the Perris Valley Line. WHAT: Perris Valley Line Funding Announcement WHO: Representative Mark Takano Representative Ken Calvert Deputy Federal Transit Administrator Therese McMillan Perris Mayor Daryl Busch Riverside County Transportation Commission Chair Karen Spiegel Supervisor Marion Ashley WHERE: Perris Transit … Continue Reading
December 05, 2013
El Congresista Takano Ayunara en Apoyo a la Reforma Migratoria Comprensiva
Washington, DC - Anoche, el Congresista Mark Takano (D- Riverside) se reunió con el grupo Fast for Families, que han estado ayudando por varias semanas en apoyo a una reforma de inmigración. El martes pasado, después de ayunar por 22 días, Eliseo Medina suspendió su ayuno y lo paso al Congresista Joe Kennedy (MA-4). El Congresista Kennedy a su vez paso su ayuno después de 24 horas al Congresista Juan Vargas (CA-51), quien igual después de 24 horas paso su ayuno al Congresista Joe Garcia … Continue Reading
December 05, 2013
Rep. Takano to Fast in Support of Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Washington DC - Last night, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) met with the immigration group Fast for Families, who have fasted for the past several weeks in support of comprehensive immigration reform. This past Tuesday, after fasting for 22-days, Eliseo Medina broke his fast by passing it on to Representative Joe Kennedy (MA-4). Rep. Kennedy passed the fast on to Representative Juan Vargas (CA-51), who then passed the fast on to Representative Joe Garcia (FL-26). On December 6 at 8:00 … Continue Reading