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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens and U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin announced the Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act at the Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island, MI. The bill prevents Chinese connected vehicles from entering the U.S., including through our neighbors to the north and south. This legislation is a significant step towards protecting our national security and the U.S. auto industry.

The Chinese auto industry is heavily subsidized by the Chinese Communist Party, allowing them to undercut competitors and quickly flood new markets. We’ve seen this process play out rapidly in Europe and South America. In Mexico, Chinese vehicles have quickly gained roughly 15% market share. In January 2026, Canada announced a trade deal with China that will see Canada dramatically reduce tariffs on tens of thousands of Chinese vehicles. The threat of connected vehicles from China is now at both of our backyards, to the North and South.

For years, Stevens has made protecting the United States from the national security and economic threats posed by Chinese connected vehicles a priority. Most recently, introduced the No Chinese Cars Act to protect American automakers and Michigan jobs. This legislation would grant the United States Trade Representative (USTR) the authority to expand existing 301 tariffs on Chinese auto exports to autos arriving in the United States from other countries if those autos: are produced by a firm from a country subject to existing tariffs; and, are produced by a firm from China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. This legislation drew support from Michauto.

“The Chinese Communist Party should never have access to sensitive information about American drivers, roads, or critical infrastructure. The Protect America from Chinese Cars Act closes dangerous loopholes that currently allow Chinese connected vehicles to enter the United States through Canada and Mexico,” said Representative Stevens. “This bill is about staying laser focused on protecting American national security and standing up for Michigan autoworkers who build the best vehicles in the world.”

“This is an economic security issue and a national security issue, and we must prevent these vehicles from driving over our border and into our communities,” said Senator Slotkin. “They’re surveillance packages on wheels – fully capable of geolocating individual drivers, collecting full-motion video, and mapping sensitive infrastructure sites, including our military. This bill builds on my bipartisan Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 and bans fully finished Chinese vehicles from driving over in any capacity, even just for the day.”

The Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act would prevent connected vehicles from China and other adversarial nations from entering the U.S. through the following actions:

1. Prohibits connected vehicles from China and other adversarial nations from entering the United States. This includes connected vehicles manufactured or designed in China, as well as vehicles manufactured by a Chinese company or an entity in which Chinese companies have a greater than 15% stake.
2. Establishes a process by which vehicle manufacturers can apply for a specific authorization to allow otherwise prohibited vehicles to enter the U.S. Specific authorizations could only be granted under strict conditions, with both transparency and congressional oversight.
3. Requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to develop rules and procedures related to implementing these prohibitions, including a list of prohibited vehicles, within 90 days of the bill’s enactment.

Read the one-pager on the Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act here.

 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Frank Pallone (6th District of New Jersey)

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids published an opinion piece in the Washington Examiner highlighting the importance of long-term infrastructure investment to strengthen America’s competitiveness against China, support economic growth, and keep Kansas moving forward.

The piece comes after Davids voted last week in the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to advance a bipartisan, five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill investing in roads, bridges, transit, rail, and transportation safety programs. While the legislation does not include every Davids-supported provision, it would create good-paying jobs, strengthen supply chains, and improve the safe and efficient movement of people and goods.

Read the full piece in the Washington Examiner or below:

When most people think about infrastructure, they picture orange cones, traffic jams, and potholes. Trust me — I get frustrated by them, too. But as someone who proudly considers herself an infrastructure nerd, I also see something bigger: whether America is serious about competing for the future.

That’s especially true in Kansas.

Our state sits at the crossroads of the American economy. The roads, railways, bridges, broadband networks, and energy systems that run through Kansas help move crops to market, keep supply chains running, power manufacturers, and connect rural communities to opportunity. When those systems fail, the consequences ripple far beyond our state lines.

That’s why, since coming to Congress, I’ve made infrastructure one of my top priorities as a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. I went to the White House to help negotiate the bipartisan infrastructure law, and I worked alongside colleagues from both parties to help write and pass it because I believed then — and still believe now — that America cannot afford to fall behind.

Make no mistake: we are in a global competition.

China is investing aggressively in transportation, logistics, ports, manufacturing capacity, and energy infrastructure because they understand something simple: economic strength depends on whether goods, people, and information can move quickly, safely, and efficiently.

America must understand that too.

The next surface transportation reauthorization bill is a test of whether Congress is willing to build on the progress we made through the bipartisan infrastructure law or retreat back into the cycle of short-term patches and political dysfunction that left our infrastructure lagging behind for years.

In Kansas, we are already seeing what long-term investment can accomplish.

The bipartisan infrastructure law is helping folks in Olathe replace aging lead pipes so families can trust the water coming from their taps.

It is strengthening the electric grid in central and western Kansas, helping reduce wildfire risks and expand access to affordable energy.

Communities from Wichita to Ottawa and Overland Park are improving road safety and preventing fatal crashes.

And expanded broadband infrastructure is helping connect rural and underserved communities to jobs, education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. 

These projects are not abstract political talking points. They create jobs. They help farmers and manufacturers move products more efficiently. They strengthen supply chains. They lower long-term costs. They provide stability. And they help make sure communities in Kansas can compete economically for decades to come.

That certainty matters.

Businesses do not invest based on two-year political fights. Manufacturers do not hire workers or expand facilities based on congressional chaos. States cannot responsibly plan major transportation projects while wondering whether Washington will pull the rug out from under them every few years.

That’s why the next transportation reauthorization bill matters so much — and why Congress can’t afford to delay it.

And frankly, Kansas understands this better than most places.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, a Kansan, created the interstate highway system because he understood infrastructure was about more than roads. It was about national strength, economic growth, mobility, security, and preparing America for the future.

That same mindset should guide us now.

And this should not be a partisan issue. The bipartisan infrastructure law proved that when Congress comes together and focuses on solving problems instead of scoring political points, we can still deliver real results for the American people.

Now we have an opportunity to keep building.

America cannot outcompete China with crumbling roads, aging freight systems, and outdated infrastructure. Kansas families, workers, farmers, and businesses deserve better than that. And if Congress is willing to stay focused on the future instead of the politics of the moment, we can get there.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

April 9, 2026

Contact: Jin.Choi@mail.house.gov

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Nanette Barragán (CA-44) released the following statement:  

“House Democrats came to the floor this morning with a motion to stop Trump’s reckless war of choice — Republicans rejected the opportunity to end the war. 

We will not stop until we get a vote and put every member of the House on record. Families have already paid the price for Trump’s war, which has claimed the lives of U.S. service members and thousands of Iranian civilians. 

A two-week ceasefire where both sides don’t even seem to agree on the details is insufficient with a madman in the White House. House Republicans need to stop their blind support for Trump’s costly, dangerous war, and put the American people first.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

3 April 2026

Contact: jin.choi@mail.house.gov

Washington, D.C.— Yesterday, Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) introduced a resolution to recognize and honor our Cambodian veterans and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces for their service and sacrifices in support of the U.S. Armed Forces and freedom in Southeast Asia. The resolution recognizes the contributions of Cambodian veterans during the Vietnam War era, who had served in the Khmer Republic Armed Forces (KRAF) and fought side by side with the U.S. and allied forces. The KRAF provided critical intelligence, disrupted enemy supply networks, and supported American operations.

The U.S. is home to over 338,000 Cambodian Americans, many of whom are descendants of the veterans who sought refuge in the U.S. after they were targeted for their service in the Khmer Rouge regime’s genocide against Cambodians. Long Beach, in the Congresswoman’s district, remains home to the largest Cambodian population in the country. 

“Cambodian veterans stood with the United States during a critical time and faced unimaginable loss in the years that followed. Even through profound trauma and displacement, Cambodian veterans and their families have made lasting contributions to communities across our country, through their service in health care, education, public service, community leadership, and Armed Forces,” said Rep. Barragán. “This resolution is about recognizing that impact and ensuring their stories are never overlooked.”

“Among the 160,000 soldiers who served in the Khmer National Armed Forces, only a small number  (less than 5,000) managed to escape the turmoil of 1975. Tragically, approximately 150,000 of them, along with their family members, lost their lives in the tragedy of the Killing Fields. It’s a somber reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact of this dark chapter in our history,” said Sar Sithan, Vietnam Veteran, Cambodian Veterans, Inc. 

Specifically, this resolution:

• Recognizes and honors the sacrifices of Cambodian Veterans and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces (KRAF) for their service and support of the United States during the conflict in Southeast Asia.
• Honors the memory of those who lost their lives during the Khmer Rouge genocide, including members of the Khmer Republic Armed Forces and their families.
• Recognizes the resilience and contributions of Cambodian veterans and Cambodian Americans who resettled in the United States and continue to serve their communities.

For the full text of the resolution, click HERE. 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

3 April 2026

Contact: jin.choi@mail.house.gov

San Pedro, CA –Today, Congressmembers Nanette Barragán (CA-44) and Norma Torres (CA-35) were at a gas station in San Pedro with local residents to show how Trump’s war of choice in Iran has raised costs for Americans here in Los Angeles. Billions of dollars have been sent overseas on a weekly basis to pay for Trump’s war on Iran, money that the Representatives stated could have been used to help working families cover the rising cost of living. The Representatives also called for Republicans to join House Democrats to end the war and bring prices down for working Americans. 

Angelenos shared their stories of how the rising gas prices have made it harder to support themselves and their loved ones. One constituent shared how she must work double just to afford the supplies for her transportation services for folks who need wheelchair accessibility. A single mother shared her worries on how the rising cost of gas and other living expenses will affect whether she can open her small business and still support her family. And a father shared how he holds two jobs, both as an administrative clerk for his city and as an airline employee, and spends much of his time driving for work and for his children’s activities. He feels the growing strain of the rising gas prices and worries about how he will make ends meet. 

“Every time people pay for gas at a gas station, they have to foot the bill for Trump’s war of choice on Iran,” said Congresswoman Barragán. “Californians have already paid nearly $1 billion more in gas costs since the start of this war. That’s money that should be going toward people’s rents, groceries, and taking care of families. This is unacceptable. Americans should not have to pay the price for Trump’s harmful decisions, and Republicans need to join House Democrats’ fight to end this war and lower costs so families can afford to live in dignity.” 

“This is what failed leadership looks like. Donald Trump promised to lower costs, but instead, families in the Inland Empire are now paying over $6 a gallon just to get to work. For the hundreds of thousands of people in my district who commute over 80 miles every day to and from work, this isn’t just frustrating, it’s devastating,” said Congresswoman Torres. “When gas prices rise, everything else goes up too, and working families are being forced to make impossible choices. I will always fight to lower costs and make sure our economy works for the people, not against them.”

For footage of the event and photos, click HERE. 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

April 30, 2026

Contact: Jin.Choi@mail.house.gov

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) and Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) introduced H.R. 8500, the Ensuring Timely Access to Coverage Decisions Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at improving Medicare patients’ access to timely and appropriate care.

Currently, Medicare beneficiaries experience delays and unnecessary administrative hurdles in seeking coverage decisions through the local coverage determination process due to inconsistent standards and a lack of transparency. This legislation would increase stakeholder involvement, require timely completion of requests, and create a formal review process for reconsideration decisions.

Congresswoman Barragán said, “Too often, seniors and people with disabilities face long delays or inconsistencies in Medicare covering innovative medical devices or treatments that could improve their quality of life. That is why I am co-leading the bipartisan Timely Access to Coverage Decisions Act with Congressman Dunn and Congresswoman Tenney, which would make the Medicare coverage decision process more timely, transparent, and better backed by clinical expertise. This bill is an important step to helping ensure Medicare enrollees can access the appropriate care they need, when they need it.”

“Americans on Medicare too often face unnecessary delays and red tape in seeking coverage determinations for needed care. This bipartisan legislation will work to ensure patients receive timely coverage decisions and improve access to quality care,” said Congressman Dunn. “I thank Congresswoman Barragán for her work on this bipartisan legislation to bring fairness to Medicare coverage.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (CA-44)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

April 25, 2026

Contact: Jin.Choi@mail.house.gov

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Nanette Barragán (CA-44) released the following statement:  

“At White House Correspondents Dinner as guest of C-SPAN and it’s absolute chaos. Heard the shots and had to get under our table.

Grateful for the immediate response from the USSS and security as they worked to apprehend the shooter and secure the area. 

Political violence is never, EVER the answer. It must end.”

FOR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS, CLICK HERE.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)

LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, U.S. Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) spoke at the Federal Courthouse for the newly renamed Felicitas and Gonzalo Méndez U.S. Courthouse in Downtown Los Angeles, honoring the legacy of the Méndez family and their fight for school desegregation. In 2024, Rep. Gomez secured passage of legislation renaming the federal courthouse after Felicitas and Gonzalo Méndez, whose landmark case helped end school segregation in California and paved the way for broader civil rights victories nationwide. 

“I want to acknowledge the Méndez, Estrada, Guzman, Palomino, and Ramirez families, whose courage and sacrifice helped change the course of American history,” said Rep. Gomez. 

“Today, we gathered to honor families whose bravery transformed our nation. For too long, their story was overlooked in our history books, even though their fight helped lay the foundation for one of the most important civil rights victories in American history.” 

“That is why I was proud to lead the legislation in Congress to rename this courthouse in honor of Felicitas and Gonzalo Méndez.” 

The Méndez family fought alongside the Ramirez, Estrada, Guzman, and Palomino families in the landmark 1947 federal court case Méndez v. Westminster that led to the end of segregation in California schools. This case laid the groundwork for Brown v. Board of Education, which desegregated schools nationwide. 

Gomez introduced legislation that was included in the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 which was signed into law by President Biden, making the Felicitas and Gonzalo Méndez U.S. Courthouse the first federal courthouse in history named after a Latina. 

As a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the son of Mexican immigrants, the courthouse naming is personal to Gomez. “Today is a recognition of people being at the center of changing our laws and the course of our nation’s history. When Felicitas and Gonzalo Méndez and four other courageous families challenged segregation in California schools more than seven decades ago, they not only stood up for their own children, but for me, my three-year-old son, and generations of students of color,” said Rep. Gomez

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Joaquin Castro (20th District of Texas)

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