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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
April 25, 2013
Rep. Takano Veterans Legislation Moves Forward in Congress
Washington DC - Earlier today, two pieces of legislation introduced by Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) received unanimous votes of approval by the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.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
April 24, 2013
Rep. Takano to Host Congressional Town Hall Meeting
Riverside CA - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) will hold a Congressional Town Hall Meeting this Saturday, April 27. Rep. Takano will provide an update to residents on important issues and take questions.WHO:Rep. Mark TakanoLocal Residents WHAT:Congressional Town Hall Meeting WHERE:Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary School4501 Ambs DriveRiverside, CA 92505 WHEN:Thursday, April 27, 201311:00am ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This event is free and open to the public. … Continue Reading
April 16, 2013
Rep. Mark Takano Expresses Support for Senate Immigration Proposal
Washington DC - Earlier today, a bipartisan group of Senators, known as the "Gang of Eight," released their outline for reforming our nation's immigration system.After its release, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) expressed support for the plan but detailed his concern about the legislation's lack of provisions for bi-national LGBT spouses. Takano said, "The proposal released today by the 'Gang of Eight' is an important first step in reforming our immigration system. I'm especially pleased that … Continue Reading
April 15, 2013
Rep. Takano Statement on Boston Marathon Terrorist Attack
Washington DC - Rep. Takano (D-Riverside) released the following statement regarding the terrorist attack during the Boston Marathon:"My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of today's senseless terrorist attack during the Boston Marathon. The bravery of the first responders on the scene exemplifies the American spirit and I have the utmost confidence in the authorities, who will undoubtedly bring the responsible parties to justice. "For Inland Empire residents in need of assistance in … Continue Reading