Press Releases
Huffman: Climate Change Threatens Future Winter Olympics, Winter Sports Industry
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) spoke on the House floor today and noted that climate change threatens the future of the winter Olympics and the United States’ $66 billion winter sports industry. “Climate change is threatening the very concept of the Winter Olympics and snow sports in general. Warmer winters and less snow will be disastrous to the United States’ $66 billion ski industry,” Congressman Huffman said. “Until this weekend California had only 12% of its average … Continue Reading
February 11, 2014
Committee Approves Huffman-Cosponsored Bipartisan Budget Reform Bill
WASHINGTON—Today the House Budget Committee approved the bipartisan Biennial Budgeting and Enhanced Oversight Act (H.R. 1869), which is cosponsored by Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael). The bill would convert the federal government to a two-year budget cycle, alleviating much of the uncertainty caused by the current annual budget cycle. “Congress should have a long-term budget plan rather than relying on the chaotic, crisis-by-crisis budgeting process we have now. This bill would … Continue Reading
February 05, 2014
Huffman Votes Against Cynical and Flawed House Republican Water Bill
WASHINGTON-Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) voted against a cynical, flawed House Republican water bill, the so-called Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley Emergency Water Delivery Act (H.R. 3964). The partisan bill does not create new water and would do nothing to alleviate the effects of California's record drought, but would instead disrupt ongoing efforts to combat drought and would override decades of state and federal law. If signed into law, H.R. 3964 would elevate … Continue Reading
February 05, 2014
Huffman Applauds President Obama for Investments on Broadband Connectivity
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today applauded the Federal Communications Commission's announcement that it will invest $2 billion in bringing broadband Internet connections to schools and libraries through the federal E-rate program. In December, Huffman and two dozen colleagues urged the FCC to modernize the federal E-rate program to better help connect schools and libraries to affordable, high-speed broadband internet access. "Digital connectivity will only become … Continue Reading
February 05, 2014
Huffman: NOAA Backs Down In Dispute Over California Shark Fin Law
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), who has led the Congressional effort to protect California's landmark law banning the sale, trade and possession of shark fins, applauded the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) decision to revise a proposed rule that would have potentially undermined state bans on shark finning. In July, Huffman led 61 Members of Congress in sending a letter to NOAA opposing the administration's misguided implementation of 2010's … Continue Reading
February 04, 2014
Huffman Introduces Bill to Modernize Army Corps of Engineers Reservoir Operations
WASHINGTON—Responding to the record drought in California and the need to improve long-term water planning, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today introduced a bill to bring Army Corps reservoir operations in line with modern science, save water, and help communities through extreme weather events, like droughts. The Army Corps of Engineers operates many of its reservoirs—critical for the water supply of cities and towns throughout the country—on outdated and obsolete water control … Continue Reading
January 29, 2014
Huffman Introduces Bill to Modernize U.S. Postal Fleet
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), joined by Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA), today introduced a bill to help modernize the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) inefficient and outdated vehicle fleet. The Federal Leadership in Energy Efficient Transportation (FLEET) Act of 2014 (H.R. 3963) would require the USPS to reduce their petroleum consumption by 2% each year over the next 10 years. This Act will increase cost savings by reducing expenditures on petroleum fuel and … Continue Reading
January 29, 2014
Huffman Votes for Farm Bill
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement after voting for the Agricultural Act of 2014 (H.R. 2642), also known as the Farm Bill: “While the final Farm Bill compromise is far from perfect, it includes some hard-won victories and critical provisions for California agriculture, rural communities, and conservation. Moreover, the funding of nutrition programs, while still inadequate, improved dramatically from previous versions of the bill. I am … Continue Reading
January 29, 2014
Rep. Huffman Statement on President Obama’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement tonight after President Obama delivered the State of the Union Address before Congress: “There was much to like in President Obama’s speech: he presented a concrete plan to strengthen the middle class, boost our economy, and address the growing income disparity in America. As a new member of Congress, I share President Obama’s frustration that House Republicans refuse to work with him—or anyone—on many … Continue Reading
January 28, 2014
Huffman to Hold Telephone Town Hall to Discuss State of the Union Address, 2014 Priorities
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) will hold a Telephone Town Hall this Thursday, January 30 at 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Constituents will have a chance to discuss President Obama’s State of the Union address, hear Rep. Huffman’s priorities for 2014, and share their priorities. “I’m looking forward to discussing my priorities for 2014 with my Northern California constituents,” Congressman Huffman said. “This should be a great discussion about President Obama’s State of the … Continue Reading
January 23, 2014
Huffman Presents Sustainability Certificate to Mendocino Solar Service
Fort Bragg, CA—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today presented Bruce Erickson and Maggie Watson, owners of Mendocino Solar Service, with his Sustainable North Coast Certificate in recognition of their ongoing commitment to reduce carbon emissions, increase renewable power, and fight climate change. Photos of the event will be available HERE. “Mendocino Solar Service is a pioneer in renewable energy and demonstrates a dedication to environmentally-friendly practices and community … Continue Reading
January 22, 2014
California Congress Members Respond to National Review Story on California Drought, Delta Smelt
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Northern California Congress Members Jared Huffman (CA-2), Mike Thompson (CA-5), George Miller (CA-11), Doris Matsui (CA-6), Jerry McNerney and John Garamendi (CA-3) released the following statement today in response to the National Review's story on the California drought. The story on California's drought was also discussed on MSNBC's Morning Joe. "The California drought, now in its third and most severe year, cannot be oversimplified as farmers versus fish. It is a very … Continue Reading
January 17, 2014
Rep. Huffman Applauds U.S. Sentencing Commission Action on Trespass Marijuana Cultivation Operations
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today applauded the U.S. Sentencing Commission for agreeing to take action on the environmental damage caused by trespass marijuana cultivation operations. Huffman led a letter with California Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer and other lawmakers to the Sentencing Commission in November, asking that the agency help counter the environmental damages of drug production. "Trespass marijuana grows are threatening endangered … Continue Reading
January 15, 2014
Huffman Votes for Omnibus Bill to Fund the Government
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement after voting for the Fiscal Year 2014 Consolidated Appropriations Act, H.R. 3547, the omnibus budget bill to fund the government through September 30, 2014. The bill provides $1.012 trillion for the operation of the federal government and avoids a government shutdown. It passed by a bipartisan vote of 359-67. “This bill was far from perfect, but today’s vote demonstrated a vital step away from the … Continue Reading
January 09, 2014
Rep. Huffman, Freshman House Democrats Call on Speaker Boehner: Schedule Immediate Vote to Extend Emergency Unemployment Insurance
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) and 48 other freshman House Democrats today urged Speaker of the House John Boehner to schedule an immediate, up-or-down vote to extend emergency unemployment insurance for the 1.3 million Americans who lost their benefits due to congressional inaction at the end of 2013. Huffman is also a cosponsor of H.R. 3546, which would immediately extend emergency unemployment insurance for an additional year. “As members of the freshman class, we … Continue Reading
January 08, 2014
Rep. Huffman Releases “Ask Jared” Video Looking Back on 2013, Sets Priorities for 2014
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today released a video reflecting on his first year in the United States Congress and he discussed his priorities for 2014. This video is the latest in his “Ask Jared” video series. “2013 was a year of a lot of frustrations. But, even in that difficult climate we got some things done. I was also really proud to do something most freshmen members of Congress haven’t been able to do, and that is to pass a bill,” Congressman Huffman said. “In … Continue Reading
December 18, 2013
Huffman to FCC: Improve Broadband Internet Capacity In North Coast Schools
WASHINGTON¬—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), along with over two dozen colleagues including Representatives Jared Polis (D-CO), Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Chris Gibson (R-NY), and Don Young (R-AK), urged the FCC to modernize the federal E-rate program to better help connect schools and libraries to affordable, high-speed broadband internet access. E-rate provides discounts of up to 90 percent to help schools and libraries throughout the United States obtain affordable telecommunications … Continue Reading
December 16, 2013
***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Huffman to Attend Camp Meeker Post Office Reopening Ceremony
Sonoma County—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) will attend the reopening ceremony for the Camp Meeker Post Office on Tuesday, December 17, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific. The U.S. Postal Service was considering closing the Camp Meeker Post Office, but after community outcry and Congressman Huffman’s input, the Postal Service has suspended the discontinuance process and will reopen the post office. WHO: Congressman Jared Huffman WHAT: Camp Meeker Post Office … Continue Reading
December 13, 2013
Huffman Votes For Bipartisan Budget Compromise
WASHINGTON- Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) voted in support of a budget compromise today that provides a measure of fiscal stability through September 30, 2015 (date), and restores $31.5 billion in non-defense sequester cuts over the next two years that would otherwise continue to undermine the economic recovery and weaken the social safety net. "This budget agreement was far from perfect, but it is better than the alternative of allowing the full sequester to continue in … Continue Reading
December 11, 2013
Huffman, House Democrats: Congress Must Not Adjourn for Year without Extending Federal Unemployment Insurance
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) and 165 House Democrats urged Speaker Boehner not to adjourn the House for the year without extending federal unemployment insurance, which is scheduled to expire Dec. 28. If Congress doesn’t act, 1.3 million Americans would immediately lose all jobless aid, including 214,800 unemployed California workers. An additional 1.9 million Americans would lose their jobless aid in the first half of 2014, including 325,800 unemployed … Continue Reading