Thank you Downtown Napa Association for hosting the fifth annual Napa Table Dinner. The dinner benefits our local food banks through CANV [TAG]. CANV does amazing work providing affordable, nutritious food to our Napa community. No one in Napa Valley should go to bed hungry.
The Administration is proposing over 30 new firearm rules that they admit could allow for more mass shootings. That should scare every American. Met with an Everytown 20-year Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) veteran who explained the terrible impacts these regulations will have. These changes will make it easier for gun traffickers to avoid detection, require ATF to destroy gun records making it harder for law enforcement to track down criminals, and permit individuals to buy guns over the internet and have them shipped to their front door.
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for portions of our region. Be vigilant and follow all instructions from law enforcement and safety officials.
We've issued a Red Flag Warning for portions of the Sacramento Valley for Weds morning - Thursday afternoon. Gusty northerly winds and low humidity will lead to critical fire weather conditions! #cawx
Today is World Ocean Day! Protecting our oceans is vital to protecting the health of our planet. Join me today in recommitting to protect our lands, water, and oceans.
June is National Safety Month. Preventable injuries and deaths are among the leading causes of death nationally. This month, let’s work to strengthen safety in our workplaces, roads, and homes.
Since it opened, 3.2 million Napans and visitors have biked the Napa Valley Vine Trail. I’m proud to have secured over $16 million to support this project over the years.
Davis Pridefest is a great celebration for our LGBTQ+ community in Yolo County. The event offers support, education, and a safe space for individuals in the community both in Davis and beyond.
Congratulations to Napa Valley College for cutting the ribbon on its new Donna Altes Hospitality Training Center. This center will be an amazing place for future generations of hospitality leaders to gather and learn.
Our Napa Valley wine community once again stepping up this evening to support our community’s health and children’s education. Congratulations to the Napa Valley Vintners for another successful Auction Napa Valley.
Congrats to Sam’s on the opening of their Sonoma store! They are now serving people in Sonoma, St. Helena and at their original location in Calistoga! Small businesses rock!
Thank you to Concilio of Yolo County and Winters Community Corazón for co-hosting this town hall with me. It was important to discuss affordability, protecting our community from ICE, and safeguarding our democracy with members of our community.
On World Environment Day, we’re reminded that protecting our natural resources isn’t optional. As an avid outdoorsman, farmer, and conservationist, I’m proud to work to protect our planet.
One year ago, the Block the Bombs Act was introduced to stop offensive weapons transfers to Israel. I co-sponsor this legislation because we must protect civilian lives in Gaza and prevent the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel.
On Gun Violence Awareness Day, I am proud to stand with survivors of gun violence. I #WearOrange to keep those we have lost close to my heart and recommit to taking action to end gun violence.
Rep. Mike Thompson: "I've searched hard to find constituents in my district who believe this economy is golden…Electricity bills are up 8.5%. Is that golden?"
Bessent: *refuses to answer*
Thompson: "Health insurance costs are up 26% — that's not golden. Childcare costs are up 9% — that's not golden. Gas prices are up nearly 50% — that's not golden. Grocery prices are still straining family budgets — that's not golden."