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26th District
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Agriculture is the cornerstone of Ventura County’s economy, supporting thousands of jobs throughout our region. It is also a proud part of our heritage, giving our community its unique beauty. In Congress, I have worked hard to support our farmers, farmworkers, and businesses that help feed the nation.
We have a sacred responsibility to those who have served our country in uniform. As a daughter, sister, and niece of veterans, I take no responsibility more personally and seriously. When I came to Congress, the very first committee I asked to serve on was the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. Both here in Ventura County and at the national level, I have made it my priority to put our nation’s veterans first. That means helping our servicemembers transition back into civilian life and caring for our veterans by ensuring they all receive the timely, high-quality healthcare and benefits they have earned and deserve. It also means tackling veterans homelessness and unemployment and addressing high suicide rates that continue to plague our nation’s heroes. Finally, as more and more women join our Armed Forces and return home after their service, I’ve made it a special focus to ensure that the VA is prepared for the changing veteran demographics. Women represent the fastest-growing veteran population and the VA needs to adapt to meet their needs. That means making sure the VA offers gender-specific healthcare, addressing the unique circumstances leading to female veteran suicide, and providing critical wrap-around services like job-training, child care, and caregiver assistance. It’s long past time to recognize the contributions that all veterans, female and male, have made to our great nation.
We must invest in our nation’s infrastructure including our airports, roads, bridges, and waterways that are vital to the movement of people and goods across our country. As a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I have been working to address the infrastructure challenges facing Ventura County and the nation.
As Ventura County’s Representative in Congress, I view everything I do through the lens of how it will create jobs and grow our economy. From our ports, to our large and small businesses, to our naval base, to our agricultural community, I strive to advance federal policy that will support our diverse job creators.
The 26th District
The district includes most of Ventura County and a portion of Los Angeles County, including the cities of Oxnard, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Camarillo, Newbury Park, Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, and Calabasas. If you are interested in browsing district-specific population statistics, you can look up Census data for the 26th District. I am honored to serve the residents of the 26th Congressional District of California.
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2024 was the hottest year on record and extreme weather events continue to devastate communities nationwide. Now, more than ever, we need to address this rapidly intensifying issue with the urgency it demands.
As a member of the House Natural Resources Committee and the Sustainable Energy ...and Environment Coalition, I am working to combat the climate crisis. I am fighting to advance legislation to protect our public lands and waters, strengthen wildfire resilience, defend environmental safeguards, and invest in a clean energy future.
In California, we know what’s at stake. When lives are lost, when homes are destroyed, when wildfires rage, we are reminded that climate change is not abstract. It’s real. It’s personal. And it demands bold action now. #ShowYourStripes
In the United States of America, we have no kings.
Yesterday, I marched alongside more than 12,000 people across #VenturaCounty in united opposition to Donald Trump and the dangerous, reckless policies of his administration that threaten our democracy.
We came together to stand up... for our Constitution, defend our democracy, and reject the autocracy that has no place in our country. We will continue to hold this administration accountable.
For 13 years, #DACA has transformed lives and shown the immense value of allowing people to live and work here legally. These young people have only ever known this country as home, yet they continue to face overwhelming uncertainty – especially today.
We have failed to provide them with... a path to citizenship, even as they pay into a system that offers them little in return.
DACA recipients are American in every way but on paper. The best way to honor the 13th anniversary of DACA is to secure a future where they can pursue the American Dream without fear.
I call on my colleagues in Congress to pass permanent protections from deportation and finally deliver the security and rights these remarkable young people deserve. #HomeIsHere
Today marks the 81st anniversary of D-Day, the launch of the Allied landings on the beaches of Normandy that changed the course of World War II and laid the foundation for the defeat of fascism and tyranny.
Words alone cannot express our nation’s gratitude to the brave servicemembers who... took part in Operation Overlord. Their courage and sacrifice helped turn the tide of the war and set the Allied Forces on a decisive path to victory – all in the name of freedom and democracy.
I join a grateful nation in honoring the American servicemembers who answered the call. Their sacrifices remain a powerful testament to the enduring strength of American patriotism, courage, and resilience.
Under the cover of night, House Republicans jammed their egregious tax scam through Congress. Instead of providing leadership when it mattered most, Speaker Johnson and House Republicans shamefully bowed down to Donald Trump, shirking their responsibility to the people they were elected to ...represent and selling out hard-working Americans to benefit billionaires.
The Republican budget will make America hungrier, poorer, and sicker. For more than 29 hours, House Democrats stood united to expose this bill for what it is: a tax scam that redistributes wealth to the ultra-rich while imposing the largest cuts to Medicaid and food assistance in American history. It kicks an estimated 14 million Americans off their health care and slashes critical food assistance programs relied on by more than 42 million people, literally taking health care from the sick and food away from the hungry. All while adding trillions to the national debt to line the pockets of the wealthiest Americans, leaving future generations to bear the financial burden of their greed and irresponsibility.
But let me be clear: this is not the end. Every single House Democrat voted no on this cruel and despicable bill, and we will continue to fight it every step of the way. We are united in our opposition, and as this bill moves through the legislative process, we will use every tool at our disposal to stop it in its tracks. The American people deserve better, and we are not backing down.
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This #ArmedForcesDay, we recognize the brave individuals who serve our nation in uniform, both here at home and abroad. Our servicemembers and their families are the heart and soul of America’s defense.
Words are not enough to express our country’s gratitude to those who have answered ...the call to serve — and I will never stop fighting for them.
I would especially like to recognize the servicemembers, reservists, and their families at Naval Base Ventura County and the 146th Airlift Wing at Channel Islands Air National Guard Station, as well as those serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. I join a grateful nation in thanking you for your service and sacrifice.
During #NationalPoliceWeek, law enforcement officers from across the country descend on Washington, DC to honor the fallen and recognize the service of our nation’s heroes. Alongside them, first responders, including paramedics, nurses, and medical personnel, provide critical on-the-ground ...support for the week’s ceremonies and events.
This year, #VenturaCounty’s own Dave Conahey, a dedicated nurse and National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) responder from #Moorpark, was among them. Dave has deployed across the country to support communities and health systems in the wake of disasters, answering the call wherever and whenever he’s needed.
Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to meet with Dave and other first responders who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our law enforcement officers and help our nation in times of crisis.
Earlier this week, the Oxnard Police Department held its 26th Annual Police Memorial Ceremony to honor the memory of seven fallen officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
As we reflect on their bravery, we are reminded of the profound courage and commitment of law ...enforcement officers here in #VenturaCounty and across the country.
On #PeaceOfficersMemorialDay, and every day, we honor their service and express our deepest gratitude for their selfless dedication to protecting and serving our communities.
Photo Credit: Oxnard Police Department
I recently joined First 5 Ventura for their Take 5 🖐️ and Read to Kids! campaign to encourage families to talk, read, and sing with young children. Together, we’re raising awareness about the critical importance of early childhood language and literacy development.
Every child ...deserves the chance to dream big. When we invest in early literacy, we’re not just reading stories – we’re helping build a brighter future for them.