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Rep. Mark Takano Joins Rep. Hoyer and Democratic Colleagues to Unveil New “Make It In America” Legislative Priorities
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano joined House Democrats today to unveil new Make It In America priorities for the 113th Congress, which develops a national manufacturing strategy, increases manufacturing exports, encourages businesses to bring innovation and jobs back home, and invests in training and securing the skilled workforce needed to support manufacturing in the twenty-first century. During the press conference, Takano said, "How to make America a manufacturing powerhouse once again … Continue Reading
April 05, 2013
Rep. Takano Statement on FAA Delaying Tower Closures
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released the following statement regarding the FAA's decision to delay tower closures until June 15:"Today's decision by the Federal Aviation Administration to delay the closure of all 149 federal contract air traffic control towers, including the Riverside Air Traffic Control Tower until June 15 to review risk mitigations, is a step in the right direction. "The risks of closing Riverside Air Traffic Control Tower are clear, as it … Continue Reading
April 01, 2013
EVENT: Rep. Takano to Host District Office Open House April 4
Riverside CA - Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) will hold an open house event for his district office in Riverside.WHO: Rep. Mark Takano Local Residents WHAT: District Office Open House WHERE: Rep. Mark Takano - District Office 3403 10th Street, Suite 610 Riverside, CA 92507 WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 2012 - 6:00pm ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Light refreshments and food … Continue Reading
March 21, 2013
Rep. Takano Votes “No” on House Republican Budget
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) voted "No" on the House Republican Budget and issued the following statement:"Earlier today, I voted against Congressman Paul Ryan's budget as it does not address the real crisis in this country - the jobs crisis. Slashing key investments like infrastructure and education will not help our recovery. A century of evidence has shown us that the austerity policies in this budget will not lead to prosperity. "Furthermore, the Ryan … Continue Reading
March 20, 2013
Rep. Takano Denounces Republican Budget on House Floor
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) denounced the Republican Budget proposal called "The Path to Prosperity", introduced by House Budget Committee Chairman Rep. Paul Ryan.In his remarks, Rep. Takano said, "My Republican colleagues call this proposal 'brave' and 'necessary' - but I couldn't disagree more. I don't believe it's brave to break the promises we made to our seniors. I think it's dangerous. I don't believe that it's necessary to cut funding for police, firefighters and programs … Continue Reading
March 19, 2013
Rep. Takano Introduces “Job Skills For America’s Students” Act
Washington, DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) introduced the "Job Skills for America's Students" Act, which encourages partnerships between employers and educational institutions by providing employers with a $2,000 tax credit per student participating in a qualified technical training and skills program, with a total credit amount cap of $10,000 per year.The legislation would promote partnerships like those that Riverside Community College District's Nursing Program has with local healthcare … Continue Reading
March 14, 2013
Rep. Takano and 18 Additional Freshman Democrats Send Letter to Chairman Paul Ryan Requesting Budget Specifics
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) and 18 additional Freshman Democrats sent a letter to House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan requesting specifics for his 2014 Budget.Rep. Takano was joined in the letter by Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH), Rep. Tony Cardenas (CA), Rep. Matt Cartwright (PA), Rep. Steven Horsford (NV), Rep. Jared Huffman (CA), Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY), Rep. Joe Kennedy (MA), Rep. Dan Kildee (MI), Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA), Rep. Ann McLane Kuster (NH), Rep. Alan Lowenthal (CA), … Continue Reading
March 11, 2013
Rep. Takano Sends Letter to FAA Administrator To Keep Riverside Air Traffic Control Tower Open and Operating
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) sent a letter to Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Michael Huerta urging him to keep the Riverside Air Traffic Control Tower open and operating.In the letter, Rep. Takano details the numerous safety concerns that closing the Riverside Air Traffic Control Tower would pose, as well as the effect its closure would have on the local economy. As a result of sequestration, the FAA was forced to cut between five and eight … Continue Reading
March 08, 2013
Rep. Takano Talks Inland Empire Effects of Sequestration on MSNBC’s The Daily Rundown
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) appeared on MSNBC's The Daily Rundown and discussed sequestration and its effects on the Inland Empire. In the interview, Rep. Takano expressed the anxiety of Inland Empire residents saying, "There's general anxiety. We've talked to some of the base commanders [at March Air Reserve Base] and they let us know about some of the things and personnel that will be cut or furloughed. [The Base has] a $500 million local impact. We're already … Continue Reading
February 28, 2013
Rep. Takano Votes to Reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) voted to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (S.47), which provides the tools necessary to law enforcement, federal, state and local government to assist and help protect victims of sexual assault, stalking, and domestic violence.Earlier this month, the Senate passed the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) with strong bipartisan support as 78 Senators voted in favor of the reauthorization. After the vote, Rep. Takano said, "I'm … Continue Reading
February 26, 2013
Rep. Takano Sends Letter to President Obama Regarding Prop. 8 Supreme Court Case
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) sent the following letter to President Obama regarding the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on Hollingsworth v. Perry, which will decide the constitutionality of California's Proposition 8 that banned marriage equality.In the letter, Rep. Takano thanks President Obama for instructing the Department of Justice to file a brief on behalf of the United States in United States v. Windsor, which challenges the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and urges the … Continue Reading
February 25, 2013
Rep. Takano Sends Letter to Speaker Boehner Expressing Concerns Regarding Sequestration and Urges Action
Washington DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) sent a letter to Speaker Boehner and House Majority Leader Eric Cantor expressing his concerns regarding sequestrations. The cuts, due to take affect March 1, have been estimated to cost the national economy over 1 million jobs this year. Although Members of Congress returned to Washington this week, the House of Representatives has not scheduled anytime for legislation that would avoid the sequester. Full Text: February 25, 2013 … Continue Reading
February 20, 2013
Rep. Takano Unveils First Bill to Congress - The VetSuccess Enhancement Act
Riverside CA - Earlier today in a press conference, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) unveiled the first piece of legislation he will introduce to Congress - the VetSuccess Enhancement Act.With far too many disabled veterans no longer eligible to participate, The VetSuccess Enhancement Act extends the Department of Veterans Affairs' Rehabilitation & Education (VR&E) VetSuccess program eligibility period by 5 years - from 12 years from their date of separation to 17 years.During the press … Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
Rep. Takano: House Republican Leadership is Stalling on Sequestration Negotiations
Washington DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released the following information on the impact the drastic, across-the-board spending cuts known as sequestration would have on our nation and the Inland Empire:The EconomyThe Congressional Budget Office projects sequestration would cut economic growth in 2013 by half.George Mason University estimated a loss of 2.14 million jobs nationally, half of which would come from small businesses.An estimated 10 percent of the FAA's Air Traffic … Continue Reading
February 12, 2013
Ranking Member Mark Takano Statement on President Obama’s Proposal of Withdrawing 34,000 Troops from Afghanistan by 2014
Washington DC - Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA), the Ranking Member of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, released the following statement after it was revealed that President Obama plans to announce a drawdown of 34,000 troops from Afghanistan in the State of the Union speech tonight:"I commend the President for keeping his promise to end the War in Afghanistan and bring 34,000 troops home safely this year. The men and women who serve our nation exemplify … Continue Reading
February 12, 2013
Rep. Takano Statement on President Obama’s State of the Union Speech
Washington DC - Following President Obama's State of the Union speech Tuesday night, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released the statement below:s"Tonight, President Obama laid out his vision for his second term and the steps needed to create jobs and grow the middle class, which has served as our economic backbone for so long. By investing in manufacturing, education, infrastructure, and clean energy, we can create an economy that is built to last and breaks the vicious boom/bust cycles we've … Continue Reading
February 11, 2013
Rep. Takano Announces Local Leader Mary Figueroa as Guest for President Obama’s State of The Union
Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) announced local leader and elected official Mary Figueroa as his guest for President Obama's 2013 State of the Union. Since the age of 16, Ms. Figueroa has been involved in local politics and community activism in the Inland Empire area. Ms. Figueroa's dedication to the region was recognized in 2005 as she was awarded the "Inland Empire Influential Latino of the Year Award." In addition to serving as a correctional counselor at the … Continue Reading
February 08, 2013
Rep. Takano Statement on the Death of a Riverside Police Officer
Washington, DC - Earlier today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Riverside) released this statement following the death of a Riverside Police Officer:"My thoughts and prayers are with the family members and friends of the Riverside Police Officers who were ambushed earlier this week. I join the Riverside community and the Riverside Police Department in mourning the loss of the slain officer and promise that his dedication and service will not be … Continue Reading
February 06, 2013
Rep. Takano: “The Budgets Passed By the House Republicans Are Less Valuable Than the Paper They Are Written On”
Washington DC - Today, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives regarding H.R. 444 (Require a PLAN Act). During the proceedings, Rep. Takano offered an amendment to the legislation, which blames President Obama alone for the national debt. The amendment changes the Findings section of the bill to reflect Congress' Constitutional responsibility to pass budgets and appropriate funds. Original Text: (3) Since taking office, the President has al-lowed the … Continue Reading
February 05, 2013
Rep. Takano Joins Bipartisan Small Business Caucus
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Reps. Scott Tipton (R-CO) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME) announced the formation of a bipartisan caucus committed to open dialogue on the issues that most impact small businesses. Members of the Congressional Small Business Caucus are dedicated to advancing efforts to foster the economic certainty needed for small businesses and entrepreneurs to succeed and create jobs. In addition to Tipton and Pingree, 19 Members of Congress have joined the Small Business Caucus to date … Continue Reading