Press Releases
Rep. Huffman Applauds President Biden’s Executive Orders to Combat the Climate Crisis
San Rafael, CA - Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), Member of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis and Chair of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, released the following statement on President Joe Biden's new environmental executive orders: "For the past four years, we have fought against Trump's dirty energy agenda that put polluters over people, focused on lining the pockets of oil and gas executives, and ignored science," said … Continue Reading
January 27, 2021
Rep. Huffman to Introduce Bills to Protect Pacific & Arctic Oceans From Offshore Drilling
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced he will reintroduce this week the West Coast Ocean Protection Act and the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act to permanently protect these places from the dangers of offshore oil drilling. This comes as President Biden continues to sign a series of executive orders focused on combatting climate change and moving the United States away from fossil fuels and expanding alternative, renewable energy, including suspension of … Continue Reading
January 20, 2021
Rep. Huffman Celebrates Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released a statement following the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: "The inauguration of President Biden and Vice-President Harris is a turning point for our country - the first page in a new chapter of unity, integrity, and progress," said Rep. Huffman. "After four years of chaos and corruption under the Trump administration, it was an honor to attend this historic celebration to usher in … Continue Reading
January 14, 2021
U.S. Representatives Huffman and Rice Lead Letter Requesting Members of Congress be Permanently Required to Pass Through Magnetometers Before Entering the House Floor
Washington, D.C. - In the aftermath of last week's deadly domestic terrorist attack on the U.S. Capitol, Representatives Jared Huffman (CA-02) and Kathleen Rice (NY-04) sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Committee on House Administration Chair Zoe Lofgren, and House Committee on Rules Chair James P. McGovern requesting that they make permanent the requirement that all Members, guests, and spouses pass through magnetometers before entering the House floor. The letter, co-signed by … Continue Reading
January 13, 2021
ICYMI: Rep. Huffman Floor Speech on H.Res. 24, Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for Incitement of Insurrection
Washington, D.C. - On Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives in support of H.Res. 24, impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for incitement of insurrection. Below are the Congressman's remarks: Click here to watch a recording of Rep. Huffman's speech. Representative Huffman: Madam Speaker, history is watching and saving the receipts. Today, my colleagues across the aisle must … Continue Reading
January 12, 2021
ICYMI: Rep. Huffman Holds Virtual Town Hall on Capitol Riots
Washington, D.C. - On Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held a virtual town hall to respond to questions and provide a report on the Wednesday, January 6 assault on the Capitol and Congress during the certification of the Electoral College results. Topics included the 25th Amendment, articles of impeachment, Capitol Police readiness, holding rioters and those who incited violence accountable, as well as ways to ensure a safe, peaceful transfer of power in the … Continue Reading
January 06, 2021
Congressional Freethought Caucus, Secular Community Issue Statements on the Passing of Tommy Raskin
Washington, D.C. - Today, members of the Congressional Freethought Caucus and co-founder Jared Huffman (CA-02) released the following statement of condolence for fellow co-founder Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and his family on the passing of their beloved Tommy Raskin. The Freedom from Religion Foundation, the Secular Coalition for America, and American Humanist Association joined the Congressional Freethought Caucus in extending their sympathies. "Losing such a brilliant and … Continue Reading
December 28, 2020
Huffman, Speier Introduce Bill to Increase Gun Safety in the U.S. Capitol
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) and Representative Jackie Speier (D- Hillsborough) introduced the No Congressional Gun Loophole Act, which would exclude Members of Congress and from the Capitol Police Board's exemption for firearms on Capitol Grounds. While in the Capitol and House office buildings, the legislation would explicitly prevent Members from carrying firearms, nullifying the Capitol Police Board regulations that allow this, and would require … Continue Reading
December 21, 2020
Huffman Votes to Pass Emergency Coronavirus Relief, Year-End Funding Bill
Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 133, the omnibus appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2021, which included provisions secured by Democrats to combat the coronavirus and put money in the pockets of working families who are struggling. "Thousands of Americans have been holding on by a thread, desperately waiting for relief. I'm glad we were able to reach this deal, but we have not secured anywhere close to the support that's needed to combat the … Continue Reading
December 21, 2020
Rep. Huffman and Senator Markey to Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in the New Congress
Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) began the process of accepting bids for an oil and gas lease sale for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge currently scheduled to take place on January 6, 2021. Oil and gas exploration and seismic testing would threaten endangered polar bears in dens on the Coastal Plain and likely result in significant and long-lasting harm to the unique Arctic Refuge habitat, which is why … Continue Reading
December 19, 2020
Congressman Huffman Receives COVID-19 Vaccine
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) issued the following statement after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine: "Based on the recommendations and direction of the House Attending Physician, I received the vaccine for COVID-19 today. I'm happy to report that it was not painful, and I did not experience any side effects," said Rep. Huffman."I strongly encourage everyone to get vaccinated as soon as it's available. The path to our recovery from this pandemic depends on … Continue Reading
December 18, 2020
Huffman, Case Unveil Magnuson-Stevens Act Reauthorization Discussion Draft to Update Federal Fisheries Management
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), Chair of the Water, Oceans, and Wildlife Subcommittee, and subcommittee member Ed Case (D-Honolulu) introduced a discussion draft to reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA), the primary law governing federal fisheries management and conservation that has made the U.S. a global leader in sustainable fisheries. This draft is the culmination of a year-long listening tour Rep. Huffman led to get feedback on the … Continue Reading
December 16, 2020
Huffman, Markey Lead House and Senate Members in Joint Letters to DOI Opposing Lame-Duck Oil and Gas Lease Sale and Seismic Exploration in Arctic Refuge
Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Jared Huffman, Chair of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, and Senator Ed Markey, were joined today by 29 Senate and 79 House members in expressing strong opposition to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge oil and gas lease sale scheduled for January 6, 2021. In companion letters sent to the Department of Interior, the group of lawmakers ask the U.S. Bureau of Land Management to halt efforts … Continue Reading
December 16, 2020
Huffman Introduces Bill to Rename Historic Petaluma Post Office to Honor Former North Bay Congresswoman Lynn C. Woolsey
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) introduced legislation to rename the historic downtown post office building in Petaluma, California, in honor of former California Congresswoman Lynn C. Woolsey. Congresswoman Woolsey spent much of her distinguished public service career as a representative of Petaluma, and the U.S. post office has always been an essential part of American society and democracy, making the Petaluma post office an altogether fitting place to … Continue Reading
December 15, 2020
Huffman Leads Colleagues in Call for Increased Gun Safety in the U.S. Capitol
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representatives Jared Huffman (CA-02), Robin Kelly (IL-02), and Jackie Speier (CA-14) led 18 colleagues in a letter to House Leadership requesting a change in House Rules for the 117th Congress to ensure that Members of Congress are held to the same firearm safety rules as the public while they are on Capitol grounds. With escalating rhetoric and threats of political violence, the Members asked Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy to reexamine the … Continue Reading
December 10, 2020
Huffman Statement on 2021 Inauguration Tickets
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced that in light of the worsening pandemic in California and Washington, D.C., his office will not be disbursing tickets for in-person activities related to the January 20, 2021, inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris. "As we continue our work on vital year-end business including COVID relief, federal funding, and helping families and small businesses, I have also received many … Continue Reading
December 08, 2020
Huffman Votes to Pass Bipartisan Water Resources Legislation, Celebrates Wins for Northern California
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, voted in favor of the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020, legislation that is critical to the Nation's ports, inland waterways, locks, dams, flood protection, ecosystem restoration, and other water resources infrastructure. WRDA 2020 will also create good paying jobs and strengthen economic growth and competitiveness in California's … Continue Reading
November 17, 2020
Huffman Celebrates Deal to Keep Klamath Dam Removal on Track
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) praised a new deal announced today to move forward with removal of four dams on the Klamath River and begin the largest river restoration in United States history. The negotiated settlement between California, Oregon, the Yurok and Karuk tribes, and dam owner PacifiCorp and Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway acknowledges that there is no time to wait if Klamath River salmon fisheries are to be revived for tribes and coastal … Continue Reading
November 17, 2020
Rep. Huffman Announces Winner of Congressional App Challenge
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today announced that Beck Lorsch and Amrit Baveja from Marin Academy are the winners of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge for California's second congressional district. Beck and Amrit's winning submission, MarinTrace, is a free contact tracing app that will be piloted in select Marin County schools. Students would use the self-reporting tool to catalog their symptoms to aid teachers and administrators in contact tracing efforts. … Continue Reading
November 09, 2020
Huffman Announces Departure of Chief of Staff Ben Miller, Names Jennifer A. Goedke as New Chief
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), announced the departure of his longtime Chief of Staff, Ben Miller. Miller has held this role since 2013, when Rep. Huffman was first elected to office. Prior to joining Rep. Huffman's team, Miller worked for former Congressman George Miller (D-CA), a member of the House Democratic leadership and a former chairman of three House committees. He served in multiple roles on Congressman Miller's staff, including as Legislative … Continue Reading