Press Releases
Cárdenas Introduces Package of Juvenile Justice Bills
This week, Congressman Tony Cárdenas introduced a package of legislation aimed at addressing issues within our juvenile justice system. This package included bills that were both bicameral and bipartisan. “Our children are our future,” said Rep. Cárdenas. “We owe them every possible opportunity, and that starts with a system that works for them, not against them. Improving juvenile justice and youth violence can’t happen overnight. It requires change across our society, from our courts … Continue Reading
April 05, 2017
Cárdenas joins McMorris Rodgers, Sessions, Smith, and Langevin to Announce Introduction of ABLE 2.0: Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance ABLE Accounts
U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas (D-CA) along with Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Pete Sessions (R-TX), Chris Smith (R-NJ), and Jim Langevin (D-RI) today introduced a package of bills to enhance the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act of 2014. The package includes the ABLE to Work Act, the ABLE Financial Planning Act, and the ABLE Age Adjustment Act. “ABLE accounts already help thousands of Americans with disabilities live a fuller life,” said Congressman … Continue Reading
March 28, 2017
Dismantling EPA is an Attack on Our Economy
Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas, a member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, Environment Subcommittee, released the following statement regarding the President’s executive order rolling back the Clean Power Plan. “Before the EPA was created the San Fernando Valley had unfettered development. Since then, we’ve suffered the cost. Our taxpayers are paying $1 billion just to make our water drinkable. We can’t afford to have a decimated EPA, unable to protect our children and … Continue Reading
March 27, 2017
Cárdenas: Trump Puts Politics Over Public Safety
Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas released the following statement regarding the Trump Administration’s decision to withhold grant funds from “sanctuary cities.” “The Trump Administration’s attack on sanctuary cities is unwarranted and misguided. As the facts have shown time and again, sanctuary cities are both safer and better off economically. This Administration’s backwards policies will make life worse for the millions of Americans that live in these cities. We’ve already seen the … Continue Reading
March 24, 2017
Cárdenas: American Healthcare 1, Trump 0
Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas released the following statement regarding the Republicans’ decision to pull their healthcare repeal legislation. "This decision is a victory for the American people, especially the millions who have made their voices heard in the past two months. Americans spoke out and the Republicans could not ignore them. It was your words and your stories that made the difference. I hope Republicans finally give up on tearing away healthcare from American … Continue Reading
March 02, 2017
Cárdenas on Sessions: Do Republicans Work for Trump or the American People?
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas released the following statement regarding Attorney General Sessions’ contact with Russia. “Attorney General Sessions swore under oath and moments later lied under oath. He should resign. The Republicans should join Democrats and the American people in demanding the truth that they deserve. This can only be uncovered by an independent special prosecutor. It's time to see if Republicans work for Trump's Administration or the American … Continue Reading
March 02, 2017
Cárdenas: Republicans Hiding ACA Repeal Text from American Public
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas, a member of the Energy & Commerce Committee and Health Subcommittee, released the following statement regarding Republicans’ refusal to allow Members of Congress to read their drafted Affordable Care Act repeal legislation. “Tuesday, House Speaker Paul Ryan said on national TV that Republicans were not, ‘hatching some bill in a backroom and plopping it on the American people’s front door.’ Yet only two days later, that’s … Continue Reading
March 01, 2017
Cárdenas Leads Letter on Medicare Advantage
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas led a bipartisan letter with over 260 signatories urging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to preserve Medicare Advantage. “Millions of Americans rely on the supplemental coverage they receive from Medicare Advantage. In the San Fernando Valley and around Los Angeles, senior citizens and individuals with disabilities know how critical this program is, and they appreciate that Medicare Advantage puts patients … Continue Reading
December 09, 2016
Rep. Cárdenas: “Durbin-Graham Bill Protects Dreamers and Prevents Economic Setback”
WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) released the following statement in response to the introduction of legislation by Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) to create a provisional protected presence that would shield DACA recipients from deportation: "I commend Senator Durbin and Senator Graham for their work on the BRIDGE Act. I am optimistic about a plan to ensure that individuals who were brought to this country as young children, through … Continue Reading
December 07, 2016
Rep. Cárdenas: "We Do Not Rob Our Seniors and Disabled Communities of their Dignity"
Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley), together with House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Ted Deutch (D-FL), and Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT), held a press conference with seniors and activists who delivered more than one million petition signatures demanding that Republicans in Washington, DC and across the country keep their hands off American's hard-earned Medicare. "I genuinely hate when … Continue Reading
December 06, 2016
Congressman Tony Cárdenas Elected to New Democratic Caucus Leadership Position
Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) released the following statement after being elected to the new Democratic Caucus Leadership position created for Members of Congress who have served five terms or less. "I am honored to have been elected by my colleagues to this new position on the House Democratic Leadership team. I thank my fellow contenders for the job for their devotion and perseverance to Democratic American values. Debate and good competition makes every one of … Continue Reading
December 05, 2016
Cárdenas Kicks Off Computer Science Education Week
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley), a member of the Congressional STEAM Caucus and a graduate in electrical engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara, released the following to mark the beginning of Computer Science Week: "Today kicks off Computer Science Education Week! Did you know that California currently has 69,025 open computer science jobs, but only 3,500 computer science grads in 2014? We need to work together on the … Continue Reading
December 01, 2016
Cárdenas Announces Run for New Leadership Position
Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) announced his intention to run for a new leadership position created to represent Members of Congress who have been in the House of Representatives for five terms or less. In a letter sent to his colleagues, Congressman Cárdenas asked for the support of his Democratic Caucus colleagues. "I'm proud to have been working every single day to support and encourage the next generation of Democratic leaders," said Congressman Cárdenas. … Continue Reading
December 01, 2016
CÁRDENAS: “California Will Be Safer with Becerra as our State AG”
CÁRDENAS: "CALIFORNIA WILL BE SAFER WITH BECERRA AS OUR STATE AG" WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) issued the following statement in response to Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra's nomination by Governor Jerry Brown to serve as California Attorney General: "I'm so excited for California. Congressman Xavier Becerra has been a champion in Congress for many years, and has done an amazing job as our Democratic Caucus Chair. I am proud to call … Continue Reading
November 15, 2016
Congressman Cárdenas Statement on Selection of Stephen Bannon as White House Senior Advisor
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) released the following statement in response to the president-elect's selection of Stephen Bannon as White House senior advisor: "Over the course of the past couple of days, dozens of my constituents have reached out to me to communicate their concern and outrage at various government appointments made by the president-elect, particularly Stephen Bannon as White House senior advisor. "Mr. Bannon has time and time … Continue Reading
November 11, 2016
Cárdenas to Veterans, Service Members: "We Are Here For You"
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day: "Today, we celebrate and honor the men, women, and families who have sacrificed so much to defend the United States of America," said Congressman Cárdenas. "Service members, Veterans, and military families, I want you to know that while we gather today to celebrate you, it's our duty to have your back every single day. I am dedicated to serving you. We … Continue Reading
November 02, 2016
Cárdenas: "DOJ Allegations Against AT&T Are Troubling"
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas released the following statement in response to the recently announced U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit against DirecTV and its corporate successor, AT&T Inc. "The allegations made by the Department of Justice against AT&T and DirecTV are troubling. For three years, Dodgers games have been blacked out for everyone in Los Angeles except Charter/Time Warner Cable subscribers. Dodgers fans, and I include myself in that group, … Continue Reading
October 24, 2016
CÁRDENAS HOSTS ANNUAL VETERANS DAY FORUM
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley) will host the annual Veterans Day Forum on November 11, 2016 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Forum will take place at the Richard E. Byrd Middle School Multipurpose Room, in Sun Valley, California. Congressman Cárdenas will be joined by California State Senator Bob Hertzberg, Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nury Martinez, and LAUSD School Boardmember Mónica Ratliff. "Far too often, the care and assistance that we offer our … Continue Reading
September 29, 2016
Cárdenas Continues to Stand Up for Consumers and Content, Renews Call for FNPRM
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) released the following statement in response to the Federal Communication Commission's elimination of the set-top box item from the September 29, 2016 Open Meeting agenda: "I appreciate that Chairman Wheeler has been receptive to the concerns of consumers and the content industry, and that we now have the opportunity to make improvements to the proposed rule. I agree that competition in the set-top box market is important, and … Continue Reading
September 28, 2016
Cárdenas Honors the Extraordinary Life of Shimon Peres
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) today issued the following statement on the passing of the ninth President of the State of Israel, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, and Presidential Medal of Freedom and Congressional Gold Medal Awardee, Shimon Peres. "Yesterday, the world lost a visionary leader, legendary statesman, and a man who set the course of the world's history on a better path. President Shimon Peres was a kind and compassionate man who truly loved Israel and was … Continue Reading