Press Releases
Cárdenas Independence Day Statement
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) releases the following statement: “‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.’ “Those are the words enshrined in our Declaration of Independence. 253 years later, those words ring true today as it did then. These inspiring words of hope serve as a reminder that our pursuit … Continue Reading
June 27, 2019
Cárdenas: Including a Citizenship Question on the Census Would Hurt all Americans
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Supreme Court of the United States adjudicated on the case of U.S. Department of Commerce v. New York prohibiting the Trump Administration from including a citizenship question on the 2020 census. Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) releases the following statement: “Including a citizenship question on the 2020 census would hurt all Americans. I am pleased with the Supreme Court’s decision to not allow this question to appear on the census. Every American should … Continue Reading
June 26, 2019
Cárdenas Urges Senate to Approve Critical Aid Package to Address Humanitarian Crisis at American Border
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, the House passed an emergency aid bill to address the humanitarian crisis at the American border. The aid package provides $4.5 billion in emergency spending to fund priorities including food, water, sanitary items, medicine and medical service, support services for unaccompanied children and other additional resources. “Last night, my colleagues and I approved critical humanitarian funding to help with the life-threatening situation at the border,” said … Continue Reading
June 21, 2019
Cárdenas: Es tiempo de abrir una investigación de “impeachment” contra el presidente
“Después de estudiar cuidadosamente el reporte de Mueller y viendo cómo este presidente instruye a los funcionarios actuales y anteriores a ignorar las citaciones del Congreso y actuar ilegalmente, el Congreso no tiene otra opción que abrir una investigación de “impeachment” contra el presidente Trump. Los residentes americanos han sido testigo del constante y obvio desprecio del presidente y la falta de respeto por la ley de nuestro país. El presidente Trump y su administración han estado … Continue Reading
June 20, 2019
Cárdenas: It’s Time to Open an Impeachment Investigation into the President
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) has called on Congress to open an impeachment inquiry into President Trump. Congressman Cárdenas releases the following statement: “After carefully studying the Mueller report and watching how this President instructs current and former officials to ignore Congressional subpoenas and to act unlawfully, Congress has no choice but to open an impeachment inquiry into President Trump. The American people have witnessed the … Continue Reading
June 20, 2019
Cárdenas Statement on EPA’s Decision to Roll Back Clean Power Plan
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its decision to roll back President Obama’s Clean Power Plan (CPP). Congressman Cárdenas releases the following statement: “This Administration of science deniers is more concerned with appeasing for-profit polluters and special interests than the health of the American people, our children, and the future of our planet. With this decision to dismantle the historic Clean Power Plan, President Trump and EPA … Continue Reading
June 14, 2019
Cárdenas Holds Healthcare Roundtable
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA - Today, U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) hosted a healthcare roundtable with doctors and community healthcare professionals to discuss Democratic efforts to strengthen the Affordable Care Act (ACA), protect Americans with pre-existing conditions, and fight to lower prescription drug prices. Congressman Cárdenas stated the following: “Every person in this great country should have access to healthcare. Period. “No parent should be forced to choose … Continue Reading
June 13, 2019
Cárdenas, Espaillat, Schweikert Introduce Less Traffic with Smart Stop Lights Act
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), David Schweikert (AZ-6), and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) introduced the Less Traffic with Smart Stop Lights Act of 2019. This bipartisan legislation would create a Smart Technology Traffic Signals Grant Program at the Department of Transportation. These grants would be used to modernize stoplight signals and, in turn, would reduce traffic, improve safety, reduce fuel costs, and lessen air pollution. “There are real economic … Continue Reading
June 12, 2019
Cárdenas Introduces Safe Sleep for Babies Act
WASHINGTON - On Monday, U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) introduced the Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2019 following reports of infant deaths tied to incline sleep products. This legislation would prohibit the sale of inclined sleepers with an inclined surface of greater than 10 degrees that is intended, marketed, or designed to provide sleeping accommodations for infants up to one year old. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) introduced a companion bill in the Senate. “I believe that … Continue Reading
June 12, 2019
Cárdenas Statement on Three Years Since Pulse Nightclub Shooting
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) releases the following statement on the 3rd anniversary of the horrific Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando: “Today marks the 3rd anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando that killed 49 people and left 53 injured, most of whom were LGBTQ Americans. I am reminded that even though marriage equality is the law of the land, bigotry and hate are still present. “But I’m also reminded of a sobering fact; it’s been three … Continue Reading
June 10, 2019
Cárdenas Statement on the Anniversary of Equal Pay Act
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) releases the following statement on the 56th anniversary of the passage of the Equal Pay Act: “56 years ago today, President John F. Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act into law. On this day, we recognize the trailblazers who led the fight to ensure that all Americans, regardless of gender, are paid equally. And although we have made progress, there’s still much work to be done. “Today, women are still not compensated fairly making only … Continue Reading
May 24, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas’ bills Clean Commute for Kids Act and Low Income Solar Act included in the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Infrastructure Package.
Yesterday, Congressman Tony Cárdenas spoke about the Energy and Commerce Committee’s comprehensive infrastructure package called the Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s America or LIFT Act. The LIFT Act includes the Clean Commute for Kids Act and the Low Income Solar Act, two bills championed by Rep. Cárdenas. “It is our responsibility as we build for the future to provide a safe environment for everyone today, and for our children and grandchildren tomorrow,” Rep. Cárdenas said. “We … Continue Reading
April 12, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas Introduces the End Debtor’s Prison for Kids Act
Today, I am introducing the Ending Debtor’s Prison for Kids Act. We need to eliminate the cruel practice of collecting fines and fees that keep children in jail and American families in debt. Right now, across this country, young people are being held in detention centers not for crimes they committed at home or in school, but because they can’t afford the legal fees of our justice system. Today, in America, 12-year-old children are in jail for being poor. Court expenses, treatment … Continue Reading
April 03, 2019
Reps. Cárdenas, Brooks, Vela and Banks introduce bill to protect 5G networks from nationalization
Today, Reps. Tony Cárdenas (D-CA), Jim Banks (R-IN), Filemon Vela (D-TX), and Susan Brooks (R-IN) introduced the Eliminate From Regulators Opportunities to Nationalize The Internet in Every Respect Act (E-FRONTIER Act). This bill would safeguard the commercial 5G broadband networks from nationalization without authorization from Congress. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) introduced the Senate version of the bill on March 27. “Private investment in broadband … Continue Reading
April 02, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas introduces Second Chance Month, with more criminal justice legislation coming
As an elected official for over 20 years, I have made it a priority throughout my career to fix our criminal justice system so that more Americans can be set on a path to succeed. I am proud to announce that this year, my office has introduced legislation officially declaring April as Second Chance Month, and will soon release legislation aimed at reforming the broken criminal justice system in the United States. Too often in this country, we lock people up and throw away the key. It’s no … Continue Reading
March 28, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas Introduces Resolution Honoring the Life of César Chávez
Today, I am proud to introduce a resolution in the House of Representatives recognizing the late César Chávez. This resolution honors the life of the labor leader who organized migrant and farm laborers in the western United States. I am thankful that 70 of my colleagues in Congress have committed to support this bill, and will advocate for its passage in the People’s House. My father came to this country to work as a farm laborer, and my parents worked hard to support our family. Chávez … Continue Reading
March 27, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas votes to lower healthcare costs
Today, I voted to lower healthcare costs and give the American people and my constituents in the San Fernando Valley more access to affordable healthcare and affordable prescription drugs. I am keeping my promise to the American people to lower healthcare costs. Actions speak louder than words. These bills will give seniors and families access to affordable, life-saving prescription drugs and will provide needed changes in our healthcare laws to keep costs low, while the president is using … Continue Reading
March 26, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas votes for the Save The Internet Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2019 Contact: Bryan Doyle 202-423-4583 bryan.doyle@mail.house.gov I take pride in being a thoughtful policymaker for my constituents in the San Fernando Valley. I believe in an open and free Internet so every American has the information necessary to do their homework, run their small business, and access innovation. As a member of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communication and Technology, I was able to study the bill during the hearing and … Continue Reading
March 11, 2019
Statement from Congressman Cárdenas on T-Mobile Response to Lifeline Letter
In February, I led the effort to send a letter signed by 50 Members of Congress asking T-Mobile and Sprint about their future commitment to the Lifeline Program should their merger gain approval from the Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department. These 50 Members of Congress represent districts from across this great nation, from coast to coast and from small towns to big cities. We all agree that Lifeline is vital to Americans who have fallen on hard times and need mobile … Continue Reading
March 08, 2019
Congressman Cárdenas on the passage of HR1, the #ForThePeople Act
The American people elected the new Democratic Majority to reform Washington. Today, we honor that promise by passing the For The People Act to protect American citizens' right to vote. I have protected the right to vote for more than 20 years, from the halls of the California state capitol to the Halls of Congress, and I will continue to fight to make sure that every American has that right. This bill is also a bill of second chances. The For The People Act also restores the right to … Continue Reading