Press Releases
Cárdenas Secures $19.1M for San Fernando Valley in Federal Surface Transportation Bill
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) announced he secured provisions in the INVEST in America Act that will benefit the San Fernando Valley. The $547 billion surface transportation reauthorization bill, which includes $19.1 million for California's 29th Congressional District, will be considered by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure during a markup today. "Recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic requires us to reimagine our community's … Continue Reading
June 09, 2021
Cárdenas, Castor, Davis, Upton Introduce Bipartisan Pandemic Effects on Home Safety and Tourism Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29), Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-FL-11), Congressman Rodney Davis (R-IL-13) and Congressman Fred Upton (R-MI-6) introduced the bipartisan Pandemic Effects on Home Safety and Tourism Act. The legislation would require the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to study the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on injuries and deaths associated with consumer products. It would also help improve tourism across the country by … Continue Reading
June 08, 2021
Cárdenas, Fitzpatrick, Murphy, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Compliance with Mental Health Parity Laws
WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., (R-La.), both members of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pension Committee, on Tuesday introduced legislation that would incentivize further compliance with federal mental health parity laws. The Parity Implementation Assistance Act would authorize $25 million in grants to states to support their oversight over health insurance plans' compliance with mental health parity requirements, as … Continue Reading
June 02, 2021
Cárdenas, E&C Leaders Applaud CPSC Vote on Infant Sleep Safety Rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ), Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee Chair Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee Vice Chair Tony Cárdenas (D-CA) released the following joint statement today after the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted to finalize a new safety standard for infant sleep products: "We commend the Consumer Product Safety Commission for finalizing a strong new safety … Continue Reading
June 02, 2021
Cárdenas, Castor, Davis, Upton Introduce Bipartisan Pandemic Effects on Home Safety and Tourism Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29), Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-FL-11), Congressman Rodney Davis (R-IL-13) and Congressman Fred Upton (R-MI-6) introduced the bipartisan Pandemic Effects on Home Safety and Tourism Act. The legislation would require the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to study the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on injuries and deaths associated with consumer products. It would also help improve tourism across the country by … Continue Reading
May 28, 2021
Cárdenas, Lee Introduce Legislation to Make Solar Energy More Affordable for Low-Income Families
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13) re-introduced the Affordable Solar Energy for Our Communities Act. The legislation establishes a $200 million grant program to finance the planning and construction of solar installations for low-income families. "All Americans, regardless of zip code, deserve access to cost-saving solutions that will help us fight the climate crisis," said Congressman Cárdenas. "As our nation … Continue Reading
May 20, 2021
Cárdenas Re-Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Ban Greyhound Racing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29) re-introduced the bipartisan Greyhound Protection Act with Congressman Mike Waltz (R-FL-06), Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-09), Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy (D-FL-07), and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01). The legislation will amend the Wire Act to end greyhound racing and live-lure training. "Greyhound racing is cruel and must end," said Congressman … Continue Reading
May 18, 2021
Cárdenas Requests Over $17.5 Million in Federal Funds for San Fernando Valley Community Initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Earlier this month, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) announced he is requesting $17,750,638 in federal funding for initiatives and programs in the San Fernando Valley. The Community Project Funding (CPF) requests were submitted to the House Committee on Appropriations for consideration for FY2022. “As a Member of Congress, my number one priority is to take care of the people living in my home community – California’s 29th … Continue Reading
May 17, 2021
Cárdenas Statement on Violence in Israel and Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) released the following statement on the situation in Israel and Gaza: "I am alarmed by the violent escalation between Israel and Hamas that has killed hundreds, including women and children. I fully support Israel's right to defend itself from indiscriminate attacks that are putting the lives of innocent civilians at risk. I also recognize that Hamas' sickening practice of using dense areas of civilians for cover makes this … Continue Reading
May 13, 2021
Cárdenas, Schakowsky Introduce Safe Sleep for Babies Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), Vice Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, and Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-9), Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, introduced the Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2021 following several reports of infant deaths tied to inclined sleep products and crib bumper pads. The legislation will add inclined sleepers for infants with … Continue Reading
May 13, 2021
Cárdenas, Sherman Announce $196 Million for CSUN, San Fernando Valley Community Colleges
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - Today, Congressmen Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Brad Sherman (CA-30) announced more than $196 million in emergency funding for colleges and universities in the San Fernando Valley under the American Rescue Plan. The funding will help local institutions cope with the severe financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and continue serving their students safely. At least half of the funding each institution receives will be distributed in emergency cash assistance … Continue Reading
May 12, 2021
Cárdenas Organiza Junta Virtual Comunitaria Para el Lanzamiento del Programa Beneficio De Emergencia Para Internet
VALLE DE SAN FERNANDO - El Congresista Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) recientemente organizó una junta virtual con la Presidenta de la Comisión Federal de Comunicaciones, Jessica Rosenworcel, y líderes de la comunidad del Valle de San Fernando para anunciar el lanzamiento del Programa Beneficio De Emergencia Para Internet (EBB). En diciembre de 2020, el Congreso aprobó $3.2 mil millones en fondos federales para establecer el EBB. El programa proporciona máximo … Continue Reading
May 12, 2021
Cárdenas Hosts Virtual Community Roundtable to Highlight Today’s Launch of the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) recently hosted a virtual roundtable with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel and San Fernando Valley community leaders to highlight today's launch of the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) Program. In December 2020, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, which established the Emergency Broadband Connectivity Fund and allocated $3.2 billion for the Emergency Broadband … Continue Reading
May 10, 2021
Cárdenas Announces Winner of Congressional Art Competition During Virtual Art Show
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - On Saturday, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) announced the winner of this year's Congressional Art Competition during a virtual art show. "Each year, I am in awe of the talent and creativity of San Fernando Valley students. This year is no exception," said Congressman Cárdenas. "I'd like to congratulate our 2021 winner of the Congressional Art Competition, Kathia Hernandez, for her piece 'Skating Summer Days.' We look forward to seeing her artwork … Continue Reading
April 30, 2021
Cárdenas, Craig Introduce the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act
WASHINGTON, DC - This week, Congressmen Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Angie Craig (MN-2) introduced the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act of 2021. The bill would help reduce the cost of prescription drugs by encouraging competition and increasing access to biosimilars. "We need to do everything we can to make sure Americans have access to the life-saving medicine they need," said Congressmen Cárdenas. "My bill reduces the cost of expensive prescription drug prices while also … Continue Reading
April 29, 2021
Cárdenas, Bass Introduce Legislation to Protect Minors in the Justice System
The Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act is part of juvenile justice a legislative package that Congressman Cárdenas will introduce in the coming weeks WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Congresswoman Karen Bass (CA-37) introduced the Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act, legislation that would protect minors in the event they are arrested. The Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act is part of a juvenile justice reform legislative package … Continue Reading
April 28, 2021
Congressman Cárdenas Invites San Fernando Valley CVS Pharmacy Technician as Virtual Guest to Presidential Address
Alejandra Salazar has been able to provide vaccinations thanks to President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan SAN FERNANDO VALLEY — Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) will virtually watch President Joe Biden’s Joint Address to Congress with guest Alejandra Salazar, a CVS Pharmacy technician who has been instrumental in getting vaccines in arms throughout the San Fernando Valley. For over a decade, Alejandra has spent her career caring for … Continue Reading
April 22, 2021
Cárdenas Response to Supreme Court Decision on FTC Act Section 13(b)
WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court released its opinion on AMG Capital Management v. FTC. Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement: "For decades, the Federal Trade Commission has protected consumers by seizing and returning stolen money to victims of fraud," said Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), the Chair and Vice Chair of the Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee, … Continue Reading
April 21, 2021
Cárdenas, Hayes, Padilla, Warnock Introduce Clean Commute for Kids Act
Legislation would invest $25 billion to transition diesel school buses to zero-emission vehicles Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressmembers Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) introduced the Clean Commute for Kids Act, a bill that would transition much of the nation's school bus fleet to zero-emission vehicles and protect children's health. The bicameral legislation would invest $25 billion to … Continue Reading
April 20, 2021
Cárdenas Introduces Consumer Protection and Recovery Act
WASHINGTON, DC – On Tuesday, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA-29), Vice Chair of the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce introduced the Consumer Protection and Recovery Act. This bill will cement the Federal Trade Commission’s ability to retrieve money for victims of fraud and scams. The bill is cosponsored by every Democrat on the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce: Full Committee … Continue Reading