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Mark Takano criticizes anti-LGBTQ+ measures in national defense budget

In a series of tweets dated December 11-12, 2024, Congressman Mark Takano criticized actions perceived as anti-LGBTQ+ within the national defense budget and called out public figures for disparaging comments about LGBTQ+ servicemembers.

By NW Riverside News | Dec 12, 2024

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Mark Takano emphasizes human rights and economic issues in recent tweets

U.S. Congressman Mark Takano highlighted key issues such as human rights advocacy and economic competition in his recent tweets dated December 11, 2024.

By NW Riverside News | Dec 11, 2024

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House passes National Defense Authorization Act with support from Congressman Ken Calvert

By NW Riverside News | Dec 11, 2024

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with a bipartisan majority vote of 281-140.

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House passes WRDA bill supporting Riverside County water projects

By NW Riverside News | Dec 10, 2024

Today, the House of Representatives passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), S. 4367, with a vote of 399 to 18.

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Mark Takano emphasizes healthcare reform and local infrastructure improvements

By NW Riverside News | Dec 10, 2024

Congressman Mark Takano addresses key issues including healthcare reform and local infrastructure funding through recent tweets dated December 8 and December 10, 2024.

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Mark Takano appointed first vice-chair of CAPAC amid ongoing advocacy efforts

By NW Riverside News | Dec 5, 2024

In recent tweets by Mark Takano dated December 4 and December 5, he announces his appointment as First Vice-Chair of CAPAC while outlining commitments towards combating discrimination and supporting migrant rights alongside collaborations with...

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Mark Takano addresses gun violence and trans rights in recent statements

By NW Riverside News | Dec 4, 2024

In early December 2024 tweets, Congressman Mark Takano discussed key social issues including gun violence remembrance in San Bernardino and support for transgender rights at the Supreme Court.

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Rep. Calvert criticizes Defense Department's failed audit

By NW Riverside News | Dec 2, 2024

Today, Ken Calvert, Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, addressed concerns over the Department of Defense's recent audit results.

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Economic challenges highlighted by Mark Takano in recent tweets

By NW Riverside News | Nov 25, 2024

Congressman Mark Takano addressed key economic issues through a series of tweets posted between November 23-25, 2024.

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Mark Takano emphasizes trans rights and political unity in recent statements

By NW Riverside News | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Mark Takano has taken to social media to address important societal issues such as transgender rights and political unity.

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Mark Takano criticizes corporate fees and calls for action on various issues

By NW Riverside News | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Congressman Mark Takano addresses key issues through recent tweets posted in mid-November 2024.

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Rep. Calvert proposes interest-earning fund for conservation program

By NW Riverside News | Nov 19, 2024

The House Natural Resources Committee recently held a legislative hearing on H.R. 9515, a bill introduced by Representative Ken Calvert from California's 41st district.

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Calvert announces military academy nominations for 41st Congressional District

By NW Riverside News | Nov 8, 2024

Today, Congressman Ken Calvert from California's 41st Congressional District announced his nominations for the U.S. Service Academies.

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Lawmakers address veteran healthcare issues at Palm Springs roundtable

By NW Riverside News | Oct 31, 2024

Congressman Ken Calvert and House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost have issued a joint statement addressing issues faced by veterans in accessing healthcare.

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Ken Calvert supports Israeli action against Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

By NW Riverside News | Oct 17, 2024

Today, Congressman Ken Calvert from California's 41st District addressed the recent actions taken by the Israeli Defense Forces. The statement came in response to the elimination of Yahya Sinwar, a leader within Hamas.

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Lawmakers question Cleveland National Forest's refusal of staffing help

By NW Riverside News | Sep 27, 2024

Today, Representatives Ken Calvert (CA-41) and Young Kim (CA-40) led a bipartisan letter to the Supervisor of the Cleveland National Forest (CNF), raising concerns about staffing shortfalls. The letter was also signed by Representatives Darrell Issa (CA-48), Mike Levin (CA-49), and Lou Correa (CA-46). The lawmakers questioned the CNF management's decision not to accept staffing assistance from the Orange County Fire Authority earlier this year.

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House passes bill to improve VA phone system

By NW Riverside News | Sep 25, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed the Stuck On Hold Act, H.R. 6656, introduced by Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41). The bill mandates the Veterans’ Administration (VA) to implement a new customer service telephone system. This system will inform callers of their estimated wait times and offer an automated callback option if the wait exceeds 10 minutes.

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Rep. Calvert introduces EMBER Act targeting wildfire threats at southern border

By NW Riverside News | Sep 19, 2024

Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) introduced the Ending Major Borderland Environmental Ruin from Wildfires (EMBER) Act, H.R. 9682, aimed at reducing wildfire threats along the southern border and protecting Border Patrol officers.

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Rep. Calvert criticizes delays in navy's shipbuilding program

By NW Riverside News | Sep 19, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Ahead of a classified oversight briefing with Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA) released prepared remarks addressing persistent delays and cost overruns in the Navy's shipbuilding program.

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House passes bill ensuring veterans' benefits continuity

By NW Riverside News | Sep 17, 2024

Today, the House of Representatives passed the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act, H.R. 9468, to ensure veterans' benefits remain uninterrupted and hold the Biden Administration accountable for budgeting errors. Representative Calvert was an original cosponsor of the legislation.