Press Releases
Rep. Huffman Takes Action to Prevent Doubling of Student Loan Interest Rates
WASHINGTON-Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) has taken action to force an up-or-down vote on key legislation that would stop the doubling of the interest rate on subsidized Stafford loans on July 1. The bill would freeze the interest rate on these loans at 3.4% for the next two years, giving Congress time to enact comprehensive student loan reform as part of a reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. Huffman joined his colleagues in signing a discharge petition, led by … Continue Reading
June 13, 2013
Huffman to take the SNAP Challenge, live off of $4.50 a day for food
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) will take the SNAP Challenge next week, limiting himself to $4.50 per day for food, the average daily benefit for a recipient of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as “food stamps.” This coincides with consideration of the House Farm Bill, authored by Chairman Frank Lucas (R-OK) which cuts $20 billion from SNAP. This bill will eliminate food assistance to nearly two million low-income Americans, and shuts … Continue Reading
June 12, 2013
Natural Resources Committee Advances Rep. Huffman’s First Bill as U.S. Congressman
Washington—The House Committee on Natural Resources today voted to advance the first bill introduced by Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) as a U.S. Congressman, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act of 2013 (H.R. 1411). The next step for Huffman’s bill is a vote on the House floor. Huffman’s bill expands the California Coastal National Monument by 1,255 acres through the addition of Mendocino’s Point Arena-Stornetta Public … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Newsletter: Straight Talk on America’s Budget
Dear Friend, One of my highest priorities in Congress is resolving our country's fiscal problems in a fair and responsible way. With such huge implications for our economy and our future, I know this is a subject of concern to you as well. That's why I'm launching periodic "Budget Straight Talk" newsletters like this one - to share what I've learned in my first few months as your Congressman, and what I'm working on as a member of the House Committee on the Budget. It's in the Budget … Continue Reading
June 11, 2013
Natural Resources Committee To Hold Markup on Rep. Huffman’s First Bill as U.S. Congressman
Washington-The House Committee on Natural Resources will hold a markup this Wednesday, June 12 at 10 a.m. ET, on the first bill introduced by Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) as a U.S. Congressman, the (H.R. 1411). This is the next step before a vote on the House floor for Huffman's bill, which would expand the California Coastal National Monument by 1,255 acres through the addition of Mendocino's Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands. The markup will be livestreamed . It is rare for … Continue Reading
June 06, 2013
Huffman Takes Key Votes on Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Homeland Security
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) voted on two key appropriations bills this week: he voted yes on the Military Construction/Veterans Affairs appropriations bill on Wednesday, June 5, and voted no on the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill on Thursday, June 6."Although not a perfect bill, I voted "yes" for the VA appropriations bill because it addresses critical needs by expanding support for veterans and ensuring that the VA addresses its massive … Continue Reading
June 05, 2013
Huffman Helps Lead Effort to Combat Sexual Assault in the Military
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) voted to pass the Ruth Moore Act (H.R. 671) last night, which expands critical benefits for victims of military sexual trauma. Huffman is a cosponsor of the Ruth Moore Act."The current system denies critical support to veterans who were victims of sexual trauma and struggle with PTSD or other mental illness," Congressman Huffman said. "We need to do everything we can to protect victims of sexual assault, and the Ruth Moore Act makes it … Continue Reading
June 04, 2013
Congressman Huffman Holds Events in his Northern California District
Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held a number of events in his Northern California district during the May 27-May 31 District Work Period, including the following. For more information about an event, click the link: A reception for the winner and finalists of the Congressional Art Competition at his San Rafael District Office on May 28, 2013 A roundtable discussion on higher education and preventing a student loan interest rate hike at the College of Marin on May 29, 2013 A … Continue Reading
May 31, 2013
Huffman Holds Town Halls in Petaluma and Mill Valley on Protecting Social Security and Medicare
CALIFORNIA-Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held town halls in Petaluma and Mill Valley, California on protecting Social Security and Medicare. Huffman discussed his efforts in Congress to preserve and protect America's social safety net and took questions from constituents. Photos of the event will be located HERE. Huffman was joined by Max Richtman, President/CEO, and Carroll Estes, Board of Directors, of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, as … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Huffman Presents Sustainability Certificate to Real Goods and the Solar Living Institute
HOPLAND, CA-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) visited Real Goods and the Solar Living Institute in Hopland, California, today and presented them with his Sustainable North Coast Certificate in recognition of their work championing renewable energy and sustainable living. Photos of the event will be available HERE."Real Goods and the Solar Living Institute are champions of renewable energy and sustainable living," Congressman Huffman said. "Real Goods has been at the forefront of the … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Huffman Holds Town Hall in Ukiah on Protecting Social Security and Medicare
UKIAH, CA-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held a town hall today in Ukiah, California, on protecting Social Security and Medicare. Huffman discussed his efforts in Congress to preserve and protect America's social safety net and took questions from constituents. Photos of the event will be located HERE. Huffman was joined by Dr. Carroll Estes from the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, as well as Al Piombo of the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Huffman Visits Laytonville High School
LAYTONVILLE, CA-Today, Congressman Jared Huffman toured Laytonville High School and participated in an assembly recognizing students for participation in the Congressional Art Competition and the Veterans History Project. Photos from the event will be located HERE. "I enjoyed my visit to Laytonville High School, and was very impressed by all the students and teachers I met," Congressman Huffman said. "I'm proud that students participated in the Congressional Art Competition and the Veterans … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Huffman Announces Winner of Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced the winner of the 2013 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in California's Second Congressional District, which spans from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Oregon border. Huffman held a reception for finalists in his San Rafael District Office on Monday.Winner:Kalyn PetersonSir Francis Drake High School, San AnselmoGrade: 11Title: "Sad Clown on … Continue Reading
May 30, 2013
Huffman Holds Roundtable Discussion on Student Loan Rate Hike
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held a roundtable discussion Wednesday at the College of Marin on the affordability and accessibility of higher education. Huffman was joined by college students, parents, College of Marin President David Wain Coon, and representatives from MarinKids and 10,000 Degrees. Huffman discussed efforts to prevent the doubling of student loan interest rates on July 1, 2013, plans to make college more affordable, and his recent vote against a … Continue Reading
May 23, 2013
Rep. Huffman Holds First Telephone Town Hall
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held his first Telephone Town Hall yesterday, connecting with more than 10,000 constituents from California's 2nd Congressional District."It was a privilege to speak with so many of my constituents and answer questions about my work representing them in Congress," Congressman Huffman said. "As I return to California for a week of in-person meetings and visits, this was a great opportunity to use my time in Washington to connect with my … Continue Reading
May 23, 2013
Huffman Votes NO on GOP Bill That Would Increase Student Debt by $3.7 Billion
WASHINGTON-Today, Congressman Jared Huffman voted against H.R. 1911, a Republican bill that would make college more expensive for students and middle class families, forcing them into loans with skyrocketing interest rates."This Republican student loan bill is a dangerous bait and switch scheme that will charge students and families nearly $4 billion more in higher interest payments for their loans," Congressman Huffman said. "We need a long-term solution that ensures higher education is … Continue Reading
May 22, 2013
Huffman Speaks Out Against Keystone XL Pipeline
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives against a bill that would expedite the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline."This House is considering a bill to cut corners for a foreign corporation to transport dirty fuel and raise gas prices for Americans," Congressman Huffman said. "This bill, colleagues, is a betrayal of our priorities as members of the United States Congress."Footage of Congressman Huffman's speech may … Continue Reading
May 20, 2013
Huffman to Host Town Halls on Social Security and Medicare
Washington-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) will host three town halls on Social Security and Medicare in California's Second Congressional District during the upcoming district work period. Huffman will hold a town hall in Ukiah on May 30, and town halls in Mill Valley and Petaluma on May 31. He will discuss his efforts in Congress to preserve and protect America's social safety net and take questions from constituents.He will be joined by Max Richtman, J.D., President/CEO, and … Continue Reading
May 16, 2013
Huffman Speaks on House Floor: Invest in Rail Infrastructure to Fight Climate Change
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), a member of the Safe Climate Caucus, spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives today to urge investments in rail infrastructure to help fight climate change."We are in dangerous and uncharted territory: at 400 parts per million, there is now more carbon dioxide in our atmosphere than at any time in the past 3 million year, Congressman Huffman said. "Investments in rail networks at the national scale can increase efficiency, … Continue Reading
May 09, 2013
Natural Resources Committee Holds Hearing on Rep. Huffman’s First Bill as U.S. Congressman
Washington-The House Committee on Natural Resources today held a hearing on the first bill introduced by Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) as a U.S. Congressman, the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act of 2013 (H.R. 1411). Huffman's bill would expand the California Coastal National Monument by 1,255 acres through the addition of Mendocino's Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands. "I am pleased that the Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on my first bill as a United … Continue Reading