Press Releases
Cárdenas Calls on FAA to Investigate Whiteman Airport Safety Following Recent Plane Crashes
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - Today Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) sent a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) requesting a report examining the safety of Whiteman Airport in Pacoima. The request comes after several plane crashes have impacted the Northeast San Fernando Valley community, including the most recent incident in which an aircraft was struck by an oncoming commuter train. "The regularity of these incidents raises … Continue Reading
January 06, 2022
Cárdenas Marks the One-Year Anniversary of the January 6th Insurrection
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) released the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the January 6th insurrection: "One year ago today, I went to work to fulfill my constitutional duty and certify the 2020 presidential election results. What started off as a good day, turned into one of the darkest moments in modern American history when domestic terrorists tried to destroy the people's trust in our democratic system. "Thinking about that day brings … Continue Reading
December 29, 2021
Cárdenas Tests Positive for COVID-19
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) released the following statement after testing positive with a breakthrough case of COVID-19: "I have tested positive for COVID-19. Thankfully, I am experiencing mild symptoms, which I credit to being fully vaccinated and boosted. As we enter a new phase of this pandemic, I want to reiterate that the best protection against severe illness is the vaccine. We're all in this fight together, and the only way to protect our … Continue Reading
December 09, 2021
Cárdenas Bill to Create Oral Health Literacy Campaign Passes House
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2021, bipartisan legislation led by Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12). The bill aims to curb the rise of oral disease and related illnesses by directing the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to create a five-year oral health literacy campaign specifically reaching underserved communities. A video of Congressman … Continue Reading
November 30, 2021
Cárdenas Announces New Chief of Staff
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) announced that Ahmed Elsayed, former Communications Director, has been named Chief of Staff, following the departure of Tejasi Thatte. "It's an honor to welcome Ahmed back to our team in a new role," said Congressman Cárdenas. "Ahmed has always been an indispensable member of our team, going above and beyond the call of duty to serve our constituents and get the job done. His strong communications and leadership … Continue Reading
November 19, 2021
Cárdenas Votes to Pass Historic Build Back Better Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) voted to pass the Build Back Better Act, which delivers once-in-a-generation action to bring down the everyday costs that burden San Fernando Valley families. This landmark legislation creates good paying jobs, cuts middle class taxes and lowers the costs of health care, child care and family care - fully paid for by asking the wealthiest few and biggest corporations to pay their fair share. “When President Biden took office, … Continue Reading
November 08, 2021
Cárdenas Votes to Create Millions of New Jobs, Rebuild America with Bipartisan Infrastructure Package
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) voted to create millions of good-paying union jobs with a once-in-a-century investment in rebuilding infrastructure, including roads and bridges, transit, rail, clean drinking water and wastewater systems and high-speed broadband networks. The bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will repair and modernize crumbling and outdated infrastructure across the nation, ensuring all communities have the infrastructure to succeed … Continue Reading
October 28, 2021
Cárdenas Joins Gonzalez to Introduce Legislation to Spur Research on the Neurological Impact of COVID-19
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Anthony Gonzalez (OH-16), Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), Susan Wild (PA-07), Scott Peters (CA-52), Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), Dave Joyce (OH-14) and Peter Meijer (MI-03) introduced The Brycen Gray and Ben Price COVID-19 Neurological Impact Act, legislation that would authorize the National Science Foundation, in consultation with the National Institutes of Health, to award grants on a competitive basis to support research on neurological and … Continue Reading
October 26, 2021
Cárdenas Introduces Bill to Require Adoption for Animals Used for Research
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) introduced the Companion Animal Release from Experiments (CARE) Act, legislation to require research facilities that use dogs, cats and rabbits for research purposes and receive funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop and implement adoption policies for such animals when no longer used for research. The bill also requires facilities to maintain records of the animals and make them available to the public. … Continue Reading
October 21, 2021
Cárdenas, Espaillat, García, Correa, Escobar and Latino Leaders Demand Lasting Protections for Undocumented Communities
WASHINGTON, DC - Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and national Latino leaders held a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday to demand lasting protections for undocumented immigrants and their families, emphasizing the vast contributions of immigrants to our economy and local communities and underscoring the political power Latinos have in demanding urgent solutions. The event was held as Senate Democrats continue to negotiate the inclusion of immigration reform in the … Continue Reading
October 21, 2021
Cárdenas, Trone, Spartz Introduce Youth Justice Action Month Resolution
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, in a press conference at the United States Capitol, Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), David Trone (MD-6) and Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) announced the introduction of a resolution designating October 2021 as "National Youth Justice Action Month." The resolution recognizes the importance of rehabilitating and treating youthful offenders while holding them accountable and maintaining public safety. Senate companion legislation will be introduced by Senator … Continue Reading
October 20, 2021
Cárdenas, Blunt Rochester, Fitzpatrick, Herrera Beutler Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Access to Crisis Care
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.), Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-Calif.) and Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-Wash.) introduced the Behavioral Health Crisis Services Expansion Act. Millions of Americans are struggling with worsening mental health. Severe major depression, suicide, and anxiety are on the rise, with one in five adults and one in six young Americans experiencing the effects of mental illness … Continue Reading
October 13, 2021
Cárdenas Leads Resolution Commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) has led 36 of his colleagues in introducing a commemorative resolution recognizing September 15th through October 15th, 2021, as Hispanic Heritage Month. "Latino history is American history, inseparable from the birth of our nation to the present, and into its bright future," said Congressman Cárdenas. "Our community's involvement and influence on America's cultural, economic and political tapestry is something that deserves … Continue Reading
September 28, 2021
Cárdenas Leads Letter Urging the Department of Labor to Improve Workforce Diversity and Accessibility Through Oversight of Internship Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, in a joint initiative with Pay Our Interns (POI), Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) led 36 of his colleagues in a letter asking the Department of Labor to help leverage internships to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility by ensuring oversight and increasing data transparency of the internship economy. "If we want to build a truly diverse workforce, we need to create equitable access to opportunity early on," said Congressman … Continue Reading
September 23, 2021
Cárdenas Amendment to Create Report on Azerbaijan's Activities in Nagorno Karabakh Passes in Annual House Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, which includes an amendment introduced by Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and co-led by Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-28) and Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-30). The amendment requires a report from the Secretary of Defense on the use of U.S. technology in Turkish drones deployed by Azerbaijan against Nagorno Karabakh in 2020, on any illegal use of … Continue Reading
September 22, 2021
Cárdenas Votes to Keep the Government Open, Deliver Emergency Relief, Prevent Catastrophic Default
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) voted to pass H.R. 5304, which would prevent a catastrophic default on the federal debt and ensure that the government can continue to deliver critical services to families that depend on them. This legislation would extend government funding, suspend the debt limit, provide emergency funding to uplift communities devastated by recent natural disasters and help resettle Afghan refugees. "My vote to keep the government … Continue Reading
September 10, 2021
Cárdenas, Jayapal Lead Lawmakers in Introducing Legislation to Expand Health Care, Nutrition Assistance and Other Critical Support Programs to Immigrants
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representatives Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) led lawmakers today in introducing legislation to remove cruel, xenophobic and harmful barriers to federal public benefits for immigrants. The LIFT the BAR Act eliminates the current five-year waiting period for access to Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and the Supplemental … Continue Reading
September 01, 2021
Cárdenas, Padilla Announce Legislation to Help with Children’s Hospital Patient Surge During COVID-19
WASHINGTON, D.C - This week, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Senator Alex Padilla announced the Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare (PATCH) Act to support and bolster the nation's vital pediatric healthcare infrastructure. The resurgence of COVID-19 and increased patient visits has placed major strains on the capacity of children's hospitals. The PATCH Act will help ensure that the pediatric safety net for children and adolescents remains strong for all families. "Children's … Continue Reading
August 26, 2021
Cárdenas Statement on Terrorist Attack in Kabul
WASHINGTON, D.C - Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) released the following statement on the terrorist attack in Kabul, Afghanistan today, which killed and wounded U.S. servicemembers: "I join all Americans in condemning the horrific loss of life in today's terrorist attack at Kabul Airport. "Norma and I send our deepest condolences to the families of the 12 U.S. servicemembers killed. Their bravery and heroism will never be forgotten. "As we pray for the safety of troops on the … Continue Reading
August 24, 2021
Cárdenas Votes to Pass Historic Budget Resolution
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) voted to advance President Biden's historic Build Back Better agenda, which will deliver life-changing benefits for working families. With today's vote, the House took a key step required in order to move forward on writing and passing the forthcoming Build Back Better Act, which will include overwhelmingly popular initiatives to create more jobs, cut taxes for families and lower health care costs - and do so by making the … Continue Reading