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Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced five students from California’s 26th Congressional District, who she nominated to the U.S. Service Academies and who have accepted appointments to attend these prestigious institutions of higher learning in the fall.

Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced the introduction of a resolution designating September 10, 2024, as National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day to raise awareness about the growing firearm suicide crisis in the United States and promote the importance of storing firearms safely and security as an essential component of suicide prevention.

Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley introduced the Renewable Energy Certificate Study Act, which would require the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study of the use of renewable energy certificates by federal agencies.

Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley introduced the Methane Border Adjustment Mechanism Act, which would establish a tax on methane emissions from foreign oil and natural gas producers.

Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced the introduction of the Saving Our Interconnected Lives (SOIL) Act (H.R. 8754), which encourages conservation practices that benefit both soil and wildlife habitat under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).

Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley issued the following statement in response to House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley issued the following statement of disapproval after House passage of H.R. 8580, the FY2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Funding Bill.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley introduced the Federal Disaster Assistance Act and the Disaster Loan Forgiveness Act to improve and expand federal disaster loan programs that provide critical resources and assistance to communities significantly impacted by natural disasters and other emergencies.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced Lynn Moline from Newbury Park High School as the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for California’s 26th Congressional District. Lynn’s piece “Memories” will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol complex for one year. 

Attending a U.S. Service Academy is a great honor and an excellent way for young Americans to serve their country. Every year, I have the honor of nominating students from Ventura County and the Conejo Valley to represent our district at one of the five prestigious service academies in the nation.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley issued the following statement following House passage of the bipartisan and bicameral FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other aviation safety and infrastructure programs for the next five years. This bill is critical to maintaining America’s leadership in aviation safety and aerospace innovation, strengthening the U.S. aviation workforce, making groundbreaking investments in sustainability and resiliency, and improving consumer protections and accessibility.

Over the past year, I have worked with local leaders and stakeholders to secure over $13 million in much needed investments for 15 community projects throughout Ventura County and the Conejo Valley. From a state-of-the-art telecommunications system for local law enforcement agencies to municipal water and sewer pipeline replacements to building a new public library to improvements to our transportation systems, these community projects will not only meet the unique needs of our region but they will also bolster our local economic growth and create good-paying jobs.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced the introduction of the VA Marriage and Family Therapists Equity Act, legislation which would expand access to professional therapists for veterans and their families. Specifically, this bill would remove an onerous regulation that limits the practice of nearly half of all the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) employed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Congresswoman Julia Brownley joined Congressman Mike Ezell in introducing a resolution marking the 82nd anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, more commonly known as the “Seabees.” The resolution recognizes the tremendous sacrifices and contributions of the Seabees, who have fought and served on behalf of our country. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and Senator Roger Wicker introduced the companion legislation in the United States Senate.  

I am excited to invite all high school students in grades 9-12 throughout California’s 26th Congressional District to participate in the 2024 Congressional Art Competition! This is a wonderful opportunity for our region’s youth to showcase their creativity and talent. The winning artwork will be publicly displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for a year, along with winners from across the nation.

Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced Congressional action calling on the U.S. Office of Science, Technology, and Policy (OSTP) to issue strong guidance that mitigates risk and misuse of synthetic nucleic acids, a vital bio-material. Brownley’s effort was co-led by Representatives Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Neal P. Dunn, MD (R-FL), Bill Foster (D-IL), Andy Harris, MD (R-MD), Sara Jacobs (D-CA), Rich McCormick, MD, MBA (R-GA), August Pfluger (R-TX), and Haley M. Stevens (D-MI), as well as Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA), in a letter to OSTP Director Arati Prabhakar urging the agency to issue guidance to gene synthesis providers that will ensure safety, while promoting innovation. 

Congresswoman Julia Brownley announced an award of $3,806,152 for the City of Oxnard to replace aging cast iron waterline pipes at risk of failure throughout the city. The 60-year-old pipes have reached the end of their useful life, and are constantly in need of repairs, which is disruptive and costly to the residents of the city. With this funding, the city will be able to deliver clean water to the residents of Oxnard while creating good-paying jobs in the region.

Recently, Congresswoman Julia Brownley presented $963,000 to the County of Ventura to upgrade the region’s 15-year-old analog simulcast radio communications system. The funds will go toward establishing a state-of-the-art digital radio communication system which will utilize 700MHz frequencies. The upgraded radio system will be used by all public safety entities throughout the county to improve communications interoperability for public safety and first responder individuals as they respond to incidents and disasters.