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Economic Equality NowThe Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is essential to the well-being of our middle class. For more than 20 years, working families have used the FMLA to take unpaid leave for things like caring for a new baby...
Securing our Communities Last month, all Members of Congress took an oath to protect and defend the Constitution and the American people. Over the past two weeks, House Democrats have come together to fulfill that duty, holding hearings and briefings...
Vow for VAWAFor nearly two decades, the Violence Against Women Act has brought domestic violence out of the shadows, protected women and children from harm, and saved lives. This week, House Democrats introduced the Violence Against Women Act of 2013...
Preventing Gun ViolenceNo words can comfort and console the loved ones brutally taken from us in Newtown, Aurora, Tucson, and other senseless tragedies. While we continue to pray for the families and honor the memories of those lost, here in...
Strengthening our Economy and our Middle ClassIn the 113th Congress, we have an opportunity for a new beginning to work together to strengthen our middle class and small businesses and grow our economy. We have a moral imperative to invest...
A Victory for the Middle ClassOn New Year’s Day, the House passed the Senate’s bipartisan legislation to make tax cuts for the middle class permanent, extend critical tax credits for working families, and avert the so-called “fiscal cliff”. The bill...
Sending our Prayers and Support to the Newtown CommunityNo words can console the parents of the children murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary School or describe the pain and shock of such an unspeakable tragedy. No words can comfort the loved...
Fighting for Your 2KToday, the Department of Labor reported that the economy added 146,000 jobs and the unemployment rate fell to 7.7 percent in November. With 147,000 jobs added by private businesses, this marks the 33rd consecutive month of private...
Time is Running OutStanding with President Obama, Democrats' principles have been clear: we support a balanced plan to address deficit reduction that creates jobs, grows the economy, and protects crucial investments in our future. As Members from both parties work...
A Time to Give ThanksOn Thanksgiving, we come together to offer our gratitude for the blessings in our lives, for our families, friends, and loved ones, for the strength of our community, our city, and our country.I was honored to...
Fighting for the Middle Class House Democrats support a balanced, bi-partisan approach to address our fiscal challenges and strengthen our economy. We support an agreement that is grand in scope; that increases revenues by asking the wealthiest to pay their...
Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes On Veterans Day, Americans pause to honor and celebrate all of the men and women who went to war and came safely home; who traveled to distant battlefields on behalf of our freedom and security; who...
A Time to Join Together Our thoughts and prayers rest with the families, friends, and loved ones of all those who have lost their lives in the course of Hurricane Sandy, and our hearts go out to the millions of...
Go Giants, Go! Congratulations to the San Francisco Giants for advancing to the World Series. Last night, they celebrated their second win over the Detroit Tigers in the series. As the Member of Congress representing the Giants, I was pleased...
Fighting for San Francisco’s Seniors House Republicans continue to support a plan to end Medicare as we know it; raising costs on our nation’s seniors and reducing their benefits. In San Francisco, their plan would:Eliminate new preventive care benefits for...
San Francisco Leads the Way When it comes to transportation, San Francisco always leads the way. This week I joined partners and leaders from federal, state, and local government to celebrate our investments in the next phase of the Third...
Medicare: Our Bedrock Promise On Tuesday, House Democrats held a hearing to discuss Republican proposals to end the Medicare guarantee and its potential impact on seniors and Medicare beneficiaries. Republicans in the House have voted six times to end Medicare...
Since taking the majority, House Republicans have supported policies that protect millionaires at the expense of Medicare and the middle class.
On Wednesday, I had the privilege of delivering remarks at a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring Daw Aung San Suu Kyi for her unwavering commitment to peace, non-violence, and Democracy in Burma.
Our solemn pledge remains clear: to never forget those who perished on 9/11, to always give voice to those silenced forever 11 years ago, and to draw inspiration from the families of the victims.
One year ago, President Barack Obama presented a clear plan to create jobs now and grow our economy.
On Tuesday, I was honored to join many of my friends at a Chinatown community celebration of the progress we have made for San Francisco, the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community, and our country over the past 25 years.
The Republican Congress has been marked by many attacks on rights critical to the health and security of American women.
The Republican budget ends Medicare as we know it and raises costs for seniors, while making drastic cuts to vital investments for America’s middle class.
Our thoughts and prayers rest with the families, friends, and loved ones of those killed in Oak Creek.
The difference between the two parties in Congress could not be clearer this week: House Republican policies held middle income tax cuts hostage to tax breaks for the top two percent, while Democrats fought to extend tax cuts for all Americans and ensure fairness for the middle class.
House Republicans are now the last obstacle standing in the way of middle class tax cuts.
The thoughts and prayers of all Members of Congress are with Coloradans as they grapple with the random, senseless act of violence that took the lives of innocent people.
Last Friday, the California Senate passed legislation to finance the start of construction of California High-Speed Rail.
Last week, in a great victory for the American people, the Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act. Now, instead of passing jobs legislation, House Republicans have vowed to repeal current protections and patients’ rights.
In passing health reform, we made history for our nation and progress for the American people.
To have moral authority around the world, we must speak out against prejudice at home.
With only 15 days remaining until federal funding for highways, public transportation, and safety programs expires, good-paying American jobs are hanging in the balance.
Moments ago, Republicans in the Senate blocked consideration of the Paycheck Fairness Act, just days after House Republicans voted unanimously against bringing the bill to the House floor for a vote.
Instead of blocking this legislation again, Republicans must join Democrats to ensure pay equity.
The AAPI community—the fastest-growing population in the U.S. – will continue to help shape our nation and define its future.
All people deserve to be protected from domestic violence; there should be no special exceptions to this law.
With the President’s support, we look forward to the day when all American families are treated equally in the eyes of the law.
Millions of American women and children are counting on Congress to pass the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Giving Americans a strong education is a critical investment in the strength and future of our workforce and the growth of our economy.
Unless Congress acts soon, on July 1st, the interest rate on need-based student loans will double – rising to 6.8 percent.
San Francisco was hit early and hit hard by the devastation of HIV/AIDS, but we came together as a community to be a model for America and eventually the world
My Democratic colleagues and I will continue to work with the President to crack down on energy speculators and lower the price at the pump for Americans now.
This week, House Republicans passed a budget that ends the Medicare guarantee, gives tax breaks to the wealthiest, destroys jobs and threatens Americans’ health care by repealing the Affordable Care Act.
Today, I was pleased to join Bay Area women’s and health care organizations to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and to discuss how the law benefits women.
On Wednesday, the Senate passed a bipartisan transportation bill by a vote of 74 – 22 to create jobs, invest in road, rail, transit, and highway construction, rebuild our infrastructure, and strengthen our economy.
As gas prices continue to rise, Congress must take strong action to protect consumers from speculation.
During Women’s History Month, we look back with pride over our nation’s movement toward equality and look forward with hope toward even better days of progress.
Last week, House Republicans held a hearing on women’s health, an issue that impacts millions of American women seeking safe and affordable coverage for basic preventive health care, including contraception.
This week, House Republicans put forth a highway transportation bill that kills 550,000 American jobs, undermines public safety, cuts highway investments in 45 states, and bankrupts the Highway Trust Fund by $78 billion.
After more than 400 days in the majority, House Republicans have failed to put forward a clear plan to create jobs or strengthen the middle class. Instead, they have introduced legislation that would potentially destroy 2 million jobs.
This week, House Republicans doubled down on their pledge to let Medicare “wither on the vine,” leading to an end of the guarantee and an increase in costs for our seniors.
This week, President Obama delivered a strong vision in his State of the Union address of an economy that’s built to last; one that ensures a thriving middle class, promotes fairness for working families, and reignites the American dream.
Instead of actively working to increase health costs for millions of Americans, the GOP should work on our nation’s top priority – job creation.
On Wednesday, I was pleased to visit multiple small businesses on a Merchant Walk in Noe Valley to discuss House Democrats’ commitment to America’s small businesses—including fighting and succeeding in continuing the payroll tax cut for 160 million working Americans.
Instead of passing legislation to put Americans back to work, over the last 367 days they have voted to end the Medicare guarantee, slash college aid, and repeal health insurance for young people and children while protecting tax breaks for millionaires and companies that ship jobs overseas.
Along with President Obama, House Democrats remain committed to a yearlong agreement to extend the payroll tax cut and unemployment insurance, and ensure seniors can continue to see the doctor of their choice.
Americans can't wait. Congress must act now.
Congress must not go home for the holidays until we extend the payroll tax cut and unemployment insurance, two essential pieces of the President’s American Jobs Act.
Strengthening the Middle ClassHouse Republican leaders continue to protect people making more than a million dollars a year while risking a $1,000 tax hike on the middle class and the loss of at least 400,000 jobs.My Democratic colleagues and I...
Democrats repeatedly supported a big, bold, and balanced plan to reduce our deficit and grow our economy.
On Wednesday, the Congress was honored to bestow the Congressional Gold Medal on American astronauts John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins.
On the battlefield, the military pledges to leave no soldier behind. As a nation, let it be our pledge that when they return home, we leave no veteran behind.
After 300 Days, Still No Jobs Plan After more than 300 days in the majority, Republicans have failed to enact a jobs agenda. Instead, they have voted 17 times against Democratic proposals to create or protect American jobs.In recent weeks,...
President Obama’s American Jobs Act will help American small businesses grow and hire, rebuild America, and support nearly 400,000 education jobs; preventing layoffs and putting tens of thousands more teachers and other education workers back in the classroom.
Last Thursday, I was pleased to join local Latino small business owners at Mission Language and Vocational School in the Mission District for a roundtable to discuss ways to strengthen small businesses, empower entrepreneurs, and create jobs.
After 283 days in the majority, House Republicans have yet to pass a single bill to put Americans back to work.
Over the last three weeks, I have met with numerous small businesses in San Francisco to hear how Congress can best help them succeed, grow, and thrive.
Keeping America Number OneOn Thursday, I was pleased to tour Anchor Brewing Company in Potrero Hill and join San Francisco manufacturers for a roundtable to discuss how Congress can best help small businesses grow and hire. Our nation’s small businesses...
Congress must act now to pass the American Jobs Act and get our economy back on track. The legislation is fully paid for; is based on bipartisan initiatives; and is consistent with House Democrats’ back-to-basics plan to create jobs: Make It In America, Build America, Community Recovery Corps.
I was proud to join other Democratic Members of the House in calling for the immediate passage of the American Jobs Act.
The American Jobs Act will not only put Americans back to work, it will be fully paid for.
On Labor Day, we renew our commitment to strengthening America’s workforce and expanding economic opportunity.
Women play a vital role in stimulating and driving the expansion, health, and success of our economy.
My colleagues and I will continue to work to address the number one priority of America’s families: creating jobs.
No recovery can take place until we address kitchen table concerns of America's families: having a steady paycheck, being able to make ends meet, and helping our small businesses and entrepreneurs attract customers, grow, and hire.
House Republicans continue to waste time on proposals that would end Medicare, cut Medicaid benefits, and jeopardize Social Security while protecting the top 2 percent of Americans.
Saturday marks the 200th day since Republicans took control of the House and yet not a single bill to create jobs and put Americans back to work has been passed.
I was proud to join other Democratic women Members of Congress in calling for a balanced agreement to reduce the deficit that strengthens Medicare and Social Security for beneficiaries while doing no harm to the economy.
House Democrats are adamantly opposed to cuts to Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries, which break the promise our country has made to our seniors, that they would be able to depend on these vital programs to protect them in retirement.
Today marks the 45th anniversary of the launching of Medicare, one of Democrats’ proudest achievements.
President Obama has made it clear: we are now beginning the process of bringing our troops home and ending the war in Afghanistan.
Last night, I was proud to vote against an extreme Republican bill that takes food out of the mouths of children and seniors, increases the risk of food-borne illnesses, undercuts common sense financial regulations, and protects Wall Street speculators who are driving up gas prices.
Twenty-four years ago yesterday, I was sworn in as San Francisco’s Representative to Congress. It has been an honor to serve you every day since. I always look forward to hearing from you on issues of concern to you.Honoring our...
Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage MonthLast Friday, I joined Asian American Pacific Islander community leaders at the International Hotel in San Francisco for a roundtable to discuss budget priorities in San Francisco and the devastating potential impact of the Republican...
Ensuring our Security and Protecting our PrivacyLast night, I voted against legislation that would extend some of the most controversial and troubling aspects of the Patriot Act. House Republicans failed to seize the opportunity to enact measures and improvements needed...
We Have a Plan. It’s Called Medicare.As House Republicans continue their fight to end Medicare as we know it, House Democrats have a plan – it is called Medicare. We will fight against any effort to cut benefits or roll...
Taking Responsibility for our Energy FutureAs Americans continue to face a challenging economy and record-high gas prices – and the top five oil companies rake in huge profits every quarter – House Republicans are working to increase offshore drilling and...
Tax Breaks For the Oil Industry?As families, workers, and small businesses across the country continue to face tough economic times, record gas prices – averaging nearly $4.00 per gallon – are causing additional hardship. It is especially unfair that these...
Last month, House Republicans voted to pass a budget to end Medicare as we know it and dramatically raise seniors’ health costs.
Last week, House Republicans passed their budget, which ends the Medicare guarantee for seniors in spite of overwhelming opposition from the American people.
After 100 days, the Republican majority in the House has passed a budget that would end Medicare and promoted legislation to destroy one million jobs.
This week, Republican leadership released its budget plan for 2012, which contains the same old choices for the American people while adding $8 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.
On Monday, I had the privilege of celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act with Bay Area constituents benefiting from health insurance reform.
Thanks to the Recovery Act, Americans are paying taxes at the lowest rates since 1950. As the tax deadline of April 15th draws near, my office would like to pass along a few online tax resources that may help you with your filing process.
This week, I joined leaders from across the San Francisco Bay Area to discuss crucial investments that will create jobs and lay the foundation for long-term economic growth in our City.
This week, Congress passed and the President signed legislation to keep the government open for the next two weeks. While I did not support all the cuts within it, it is my hope that this short-term measure will give us the time to do the right thing: to work together to keep our government running in a way that continues our economic recovery, reduces the deficit, and does not undermine education and the future for our children.
Dear Friends,Knowing of your interest in supporting the arts in our city and across the country, I am writing to update you on recent actions taken by House Republicans to cut funding for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA),...
Knowing of your interest in job creation and economic development in San Francisco and across the nation, I wanted to update you on recent efforts to create and save jobs.
This week, the House debated the Republicans' irresponsible spending proposal – a bill that will shed over 800,000 jobs while harming our families, young adults, seniors, children, and our veterans. Democrats support President Obama’s budget to out-innovate, out-educate, and out-build...
The American people want us to be working to create jobs. Unfortunately, the Republican majority is prioritizing a package of extreme legislation that represents the most comprehensive and radical assault on women’s health in our lifetime. While masquerading as legislation to simply make permanent the existing prohibition on federal funding for abortion, these bills go far beyond current law and would have far-reaching consequences for our tax code and long-standing practices in our private insurance market.
Over the past week, we have been inspired by the people of Egypt seeking real democracy through peaceful protests.
San Francisco, always a leader in innovation, was ready to take advantage of the opportunities in the Recovery Act. This morning, I was pleased to witness the results of our federal investments on a tour of the historic Tenderloin YMCA housing development, which received $54 million from the Recovery Act and will generate 390 jobs in San Francisco.
This week, House Republicans sided with insurance companies and passed the Patients’ Rights Repeal Act – a bill that would impact the lives of millions of Americans already benefiting from the new consumer protections of the Affordable Care Act.
With great sadness, the House of Representatives came together this week to honor Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, her staff, and her constituents who were victims of the horrific shooting in Arizona.
As we begin the 112th Congress, my number one priority will continue to be putting Americans to work. Each new proposal will be measured by a simple test: does it create jobs? Does it strengthen our middle class? And does...
Over the past two years, we have produced historic legislation in the areas of health care, veterans’ benefits, women’s rights, Wall Street reform, and cutting taxes for 95 percent of the American people and millions of small businesses. With these...
This landmark vote closes the door on a fundamental unfairness and repeals a policy that does not contribute to our national security. Ending “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” reflects a core principle in our nation: that anyone who wishes to serve, secure, and defend this country should be welcomed, judged by their abilities, and honored for their sacrifice.
I am so pleased that the House passed the DREAM Act of 2010 by a vote of 216 to 198 on Wednesday. I have long been committed to the passage of this critical legislation, which offers young immigrants the chance to attain citizenship and contribute to our country’s future by pursuing a college education or serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Yesterday, the House passed the Middle Class Tax Relief Act of 2010, which will make permanent tax cuts for the middle-class to spur economic growth and help the vast majority of Americans struggling through a tough economy.
This Thursday, families in San Francisco and across the country will sit down together and give thanks. As we show our gratitude for the comfort of our loved ones and the many blessings of American liberty, let us remember those who are struggling to put food on the table for their families during these difficult economic times.
Our first priority is to create jobs; the American people want to get back to work. Unemployment Insurance is a lifeline for millions of jobless Americans still looking for work, as well as a proven economic booster, returning $2 into the economy for every $1 invested
Each year on Veterans Day, we remember those who perished at war and celebrate the courage of those who come home. In Congress, our work is founded on a solemn promise: just as the military pledges to leave no soldier behind on the battlefield, we will leave no veteran behind when they return home.
Voting is a fundamental right. Generations of Americans have struggled and even died to ensure that all of us have the right to vote. We all can honor their sacrifice today, November 2nd.
On Tuesday, I was honored to join with leaders of the University of California, local officials, doctors, medical students and patients to break ground on the new UCSF hospital in Mission Bay.
Democrats in Congress are fighting to keep our economy moving forward, and that means working day in and day out to improve the lives of women and their families.
The recent outbreak of youth suicides around the nation by LGBT teens who have been teased and bullied is a clarion call for our country that we must take immediate action to stop the bullying now.
On Wednesday, I had the privilege of touring the McRoskey Mattress Company, a family-owned business that has been manufacturing mattresses in San Francisco since 1899.
In response to the worst recession since the Great Depression, the 111th Congress took action to bring our economy back from the brink and restore American jobs here at home.
The most eloquent voices in this debate have been the small business owners themselves, who are still having difficulties obtaining the capital they need to keep their doors open and to grow.
On Monday, I joined Small Business Administrator Elizabeth Echols and local small business owners at the opening of The Culinary Edge, a new small business in San Francisco that provides integrated culinary services to the restaurant and foodservice industries.
The thoughts and prayers of the Bay Area and the nation go out to the victims of the natural gas explosion in San Bruno.
Yesterday, I was proud to join student veterans at San Francisco State University (SFSU) to discuss the Post 9/11 GI Bill – restoring the promise of a full, four-year scholarship for our Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their dependents.
Today, I gathered with women leaders in San Francisco to honor the brave suffragettes who marched, struggled, and sacrificed for the cause of equality – and in the name of a better life for generations of women and girls yet to come.
On Tuesday, I was honored to join Navy Secretary Ray Mabus and Mayor Gavin Newsom at a ceremony to endorse the Terms of Transfer of Treasure Island to our City of San Francisco.
The House passed the Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act to save and create nearly 320,000 American jobs. This legislation will save 161,000 teaching jobs, including 16,500 teacher positions here in California – just in time for the coming school year.
On Thursday, the Senate passed legislation to deliver critical funding to states and local communities and create and save 290,000 American jobs
Over the past 20 years, the ADA has stood as a shining example of progress for the world to follow.
After seven weeks of Republican obstruction, on Wednesday evening, the Senate passed legislation to extend unemployment insurance (UI) benefits to millions of American families.
On Monday, I spoke with children, parents, seniors, and other community members at Mission Neighborhood Centers, Inc. (MNC) on Capp Street in San Francisco.
Since the Affordable Care Act was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Obama, several health insurance reforms have already gone into effect to put Americans back in charge of their health care.
Last Friday, I led a roundtable discussion at the Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) in San Francisco to talk about initiatives funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and its impact on job creation in the Bay Area.
This historic legislation represents the toughest Wall Street reform in generations, and will hold Big Banks and Wall Street accountable by ending taxpayer-funded bailouts, increasing transparency in the financial system, and protecting and empowering consumers through a Consumer Financial Protection Agency.
This weekend marks the 40th Anniversary of the San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade. San Francisco Pride is the largest gathering of LGBT people and allies in the nation.
I am proud to announce Claire Kowalewski Marsh as the winner of the 29th annual Congressional Arts Competition from California’s 8th Congressional District.
The BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is the worst environmental disaster in American history. New estimates from scientists show more than 1 million gallons of oil are leaking from the broken pipe each day threatening the local economies of coastal communities, as well as the Gulf states’ wildlife refuges and marine sanctuaries.
Last night, the House passed a landmark amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that calls for a repeal of the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. It acknowledges the tens of thousands of lesbian, gay, and bisexual service members who serve honorably in our military, and finally allows them to do so openly and without fear of prejudice or persecution.
Last Saturday, I had the privilege of touring the Maxine Hall Health Center, a community health center serving the Western Addition community in San Francisco. This health center successfully meets the needs of a diverse population – eliminating barriers of language and location through telemedicine and translation, and increasing access to quality care as a right and not a privilege.
On Thursday, the House began consideration of the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act, a bill that will reaffirm America’s leadership in science and in industry. By doubling the funding for scientific research over the next 10 years, this bill will spur innovation, modernize manufacturing, and create jobs.
On Thursday, the House passed the bipartisan Home Star Energy Retrofit Act, by a vote of 246 to 161. The legislation will provide immediate incentives for consumers to make their homes more energy-efficient – creating jobs here at home, reducing our dependence on foreign oil, and spurring energy savings for American families.