E-Newsletters

I know Americans are counting on Congress to take action on the issues that matter the most to you - increasing prices, inflation, and the climate crisis. I'm back in Washington, D.C. this week to vote on the Inflation Reduction Act.

Over the past several weeks, our nation has been devastated by gun violence. While we were still reeling from the racially-motivated shooting in Buffalo, NY, a gunman massacred elementary school children in Uvalde, TX. This week alone we have seen shootings at a hospital in Tulsa, OK, a Walmart in Pittson, PA, and a high school in Los Angeles, CA.

Every Congressional district is unique and each one has unique, specific needs that the Congressional funding process doesn't always address. That's why I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to champion fifteen local projects for funding consideration by the House of Representatives.

Over the past month, we have watched in horror as Vladimir Putin's Russia has launched an illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. We have also been touched by the strength and resilience of the Ukrainian people. In particular, I know we have all been inspired by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

As we all know, the Omicron variant has caused a significant increase in COVID-19 cases throughout the country.

While the vaccine is still the most effective way to protect against COVID-19 and has been vital in preventing serious illness, testing is also an important tool for slowing the spread.

We've come a long way since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the scientific breakthroughs that have given us three approved vaccines, and the selfless efforts of Americans across the country—spread, cases, and hospitalizations are down from their peaks.

This week, Democrats took historic action to level the playing field for American families, rebuild our crumbling infrastructure, and combat climate change.

During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, access to quality, affordable health coverage is more important than ever.