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House passes bipartisan Israel Security Assistance Support Act

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) has voiced his support for H.R. 8369, the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which recently passed the House on a bipartisan basis. The legislation mandates the delivery of defense weapons to Israel, a key ally of the United States, as it continues its battle against radical terrorists.

By Antelope Valley Today | May 16, 2024

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Biden signs law renaming post office after local veteran Bill Reynolds

President Biden has officially signed into law Representative Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) legislation to rename the Valencia Post Office at 24355 Creekside Road as the “William L. Reynolds Post Office Building”. This momentous recognition pays tribute to Bill Reynolds, a highly esteemed Vietnam war veteran and a beloved figure in the Santa Clarita community.

By Antelope Valley Today | May 10, 2024

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Rep. Garcia Introduces Bill to Prevent Healthcare Fraud

By Antelope Valley Today | May 3, 2024

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) has put forth H.R. 8089, known as the Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act, aimed at combating healthcare fraud. The legislation seeks to enhance and streamline the Medicaid validation process across all 50 states to tackle fraud and abuse in healthcare.In a statement, Rep. Garcia emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "Every dollar stolen from our healthcare programs is one dollar too many." He further highlighted the significance of Medicare and Medicaid, expressing concern over the challenges posed by rising costs,...

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Rep. Garcia’s Bipartisan Bill Passes the House to Improve Flood Forecasting and Water Storage

By Antelope Valley Today | Apr 30, 2024

Representative Mike Garcia's (CA-27) bipartisan bill aimed at enhancing flood forecasting and water storage has successfully cleared the House. The legislation, known as the Improving Atmospheric River Forecasts Act, was integrated into the Weather Act Reauthorization Act of 2023, specifically designed to enhance the prediction of atmospheric rivers, which are known for causing severe flooding and snowfall in California.In a statement following the bill's passage, Rep. Garcia highlighted the pressing need for improved forecasting capabilities, especially in light of the...

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Rep. Garcia’s Bipartisan Bill Passes the House to Improve Wildfire Forecasting

By Antelope Valley Today | Apr 29, 2024

Representative Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) Fire Weather Development Act has passed the House on a bipartisan basis on April 29, 2024. The legislation aims to enhance wildfire forecasting, detection, and communication during emergency events to better assist communities at risk of wildfires.Rep. Garcia stressed the importance of the bill, stating, “Our community is all too familiar with the dangers that wildfires pose to our homes and livelihoods.” He emphasized his dedication to improving wildfire prediction and response efforts to ensure the safety of homes and firefighters....

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Rep. Garcia Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Firefighters and Protect Vulnerable Communities

By Antelope Valley Today | Apr 25, 2024

Representatives Mike Garcia (CA-27) and Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) have introduced the Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations (ACERO) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at enhancing the support for firefighters in their mission to protect communities from wildfires.Rep. Garcia emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “This is a game-changer for both our firefighters and communities vulnerable to wildfires.” He further stressed the necessity of drones in firefighting efforts, noting, “I’ve had countless conversations with firefighters in my district who...

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Rep. Garcia Joins Fox News to Discuss Iran’s Attacks on Israel

By Antelope Valley Today | Apr 16, 2024

Rep. Mike Garcia (CA-27) recently appeared on Fox News to address the recent attacks by Iran on Israel amidst escalating tensions in the region. Emphasizing the significance of supporting Israel and holding Iran accountable, Rep. Garcia expressed concerns over the vulnerability of Israel to multiple threats.Speaking on the situation, Rep. Garcia stated, "This isn’t a sophisticated projection of power from Iran, but what it does demonstrate is just how vulnerable Israel is. They’ve got threats from all 360 degrees - from the north from Hezbollah, from the south from Hamas,...

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Reps. Garcia and Bipartisan Colleagues Call on NASA to Fully Fund Mars Sample Return Program

By Antelope Valley Today | Mar 20, 2024

Representatives Mike Garcia (CA-27), Judy Chu (CA-28), and Adam Schiff (CA-30) have spearheaded a bipartisan effort urging NASA Administrator Bill Nelson to fully fund the Mars Sample Return Program. In a letter co-signed by 20 other Members of Congress from California, the lawmakers emphasized the importance of securing adequate funding for the program."The bicameral and bipartisan consensus of Congress is to strongly support the mission and the importance of NASA expeditiously committing to a new architecture that ensures a timely launch to recover the samples," stated...

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Rep. Garcia Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve National Security and Environmental Research

By Antelope Valley Today | Mar 13, 2024

Representative Mike Garcia emphasized the importance of the bipartisan legislation, stating, “The ARF is critical to America’s national security and environmental research.” He expressed his pride in taking steps towards ensuring the safe operation of the research vessels and highlighted their significance in various national interests.Fellow Representative Haley Stevens echoed Garcia's sentiments, noting, “The U.S. Academic Research Fleet plays a critical role in advancing our understanding of our oceans and Great Lakes.” She emphasized that the ANCHOR Act would provide...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Los Angeles County rise or fall in 2021?

By Antelope Valley Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Los Angeles County received $14.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Los Angeles County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Antelope Valley Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Los Angeles County received $8,523,441 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System in California

By Antelope Valley Today | Aug 31, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System in California published on Aug. 24.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Secures Highest Pay Raise in American History for Junior Enlisted Troops

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 22, 2023

This week, Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) secured the highest base pay raise in American history for junior enlisted servicemembers. Rep. Garcia released the following statement after this historic victory for our troops.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Applauds House Appropriations Committee Passage of Historic VA Bill

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 21, 2023

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) released the following statement after the FY24 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill was reported favorably to the full House by the Appropriations Committee.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Congratulates 15 Military Service Academy Appointees

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 15, 2023

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) hosted a reception to congratulate the U.S. military service academy appointees from California’s 27th District.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Introduces Bill to Improve Atmospheric River Forecasting

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 14, 2023

On June 9, Representatives Mike Garcia (R-CA) and Jay Obernolte (R-CA) introduced the Improving Atmospheric River Forecasts Act, which would establish a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve the forecasting of atmospheric rivers, powerful storms that carry the risk of severe flooding and snowfall that caused substantial damage across the state this year.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Announces 2023 Congressional Art Competition Winner: Emily Kai

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 8, 2023

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) announced that Emily Kai, a junior at Saugus High School, has been selected as the winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for California’s 27th District. Emily’s drawing, “All for US,” was selected by a panel of independent judges and will be sent to Washington, D.C. where it will hang in the halls of Congress.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Releases Statement on House Passage of Fiscal Responsibility Act

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 6, 2023

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Honors Fallen Heroes at Memorial Day Ceremony in Newhall

By Antelope Valley Today Report | Jun 5, 2023

Yesterday, Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) delivered a speech during the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Eternal Valley Memorial Park in Newhall, California in honor of servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation.

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Rep. Mike Garcia Demands Action to Address the Fentanyl Crisis

By Antelope Valley Today Report | May 29, 2023

Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) delivered a speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of H.R. 467, the HALT Fentanyl Act, which permanently classifies fentanyl analogues as Schedule I drugs and provides law enforcement with the proper tools to get fentanyl traffickers off the streets.