Press Releases
House of Representatives Passes Congressman Huffman’s First Bill
WASHINGTON-The United States House of Representatives voted today to pass the first bill introduced by Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), the California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act of 2013 (H.R. 1411). Huffman's bill expands the California Coastal National Monument by 1,255 acres through the addition of Mendocino's Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands. "I'm thrilled that the House has agreed to protect this jewel of the North Coast for future generations," said Huffman. … Continue Reading
July 19, 2013
Huffman Votes against GOP Bill that Underfunds Education
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 5, a House Republican education bill that would undermine America's schools, students, and future generations."America's future depends on a strong investment in education, and the House GOP bill underfunds education, lowers standards, and weakens protections for disadvantaged students," Congressman Huffman said. "We need to replace the outdated, overly rigid mandates of No Child … Continue Reading
July 19, 2013
California Representatives: Federal Reports Confirm BDCP Not Based On Sound Science
Washington, D.C. - Today, several U.S. Representatives from Northern California called on the Brown Administration to withdraw and fully revise their proposed Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) in light of draft environmental documents being found "biased" and "insufficient" by federal agencies in public comments made available yesterday. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Marine Fisheries Service provided these comments to the California Department of … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Huffman Holds First Twitter Q &A Session
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) held his first Twitter Q&A session today. Huffman answered 13 questions, ranging from climate change, to student loans, to his favorite ice cream flavor."I enjoyed talking with Northern Californians about what I'm working on in Congress and what we're facing as a nation," Congressman Huffman said. "This was a great way to connect with my constituents while I'm in Washington and discuss issues that matter to our district and our … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Huffman Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Environmentally Devastating Trespass Marijuana Cultivation Operations
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today introduced bipartisan legislation to address the environmental damage caused by rampant trespass marijuana cultivation. The Protecting Lands Against Narcotics Trafficking Act (PLANT Act) would establish new penalties for causing environmental damage while cultivating marijuana on federal public lands or while trespassing on private property. Huffman introduced the bill with bipartisan cosponsors Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Huffman Announces Winners of Landscape Photography Competition
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today announced the winners of his district-wide landscape photography competition. Sandy Evans of Ukiah took first place with 324 “likes,” and Anise Gemmell of San Rafael took second place with 290 “likes.” Their winning photographs may be found here. The winning photographs were determined by receiving the most votes in the form of Facebook “likes” from constituents. “This photography competition showcased exactly why I believe we have … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Huffman to President Obama: Redouble Efforts to Negotiate Nuclear Agreement with Iran
WASHINGTON-Congressman Huffman sent a letter dated July 18 to President Obama urging him to pursue the potential opportunity presented by Iran's recent presidential election and reinvigorate U.S. efforts to secure a negotiated nuclear agreement.A copy of the letter may be found HERE or below:Dear President Obama:As Members of Congress who share your unequivocal commitment to preventing a nuclear-armed Iran, we urge you to pursue the potential opportunity presented by Iran's recent … Continue Reading
July 17, 2013
Huffman to Hold 1st Twitter and Facebook Q&A Sessions
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) will hold his first Twitter question and answer session this Thursday, July 18, from 10:30-11:00 a.m. PT and his first "Facebook Friday" session this Friday, July 19,."I'm looking forward to talking with Northern Californians about my work representing them in Congress," Congressman Huffman said. "This is a great opportunity to use my time in Washington to connect with my constituents and discuss critical issues for our district and our … Continue Reading
July 17, 2013
Huffman Statement on 38th Attempt to Repeal Affordable Care Act
WASHINGTON-Following the House GOP's 38th vote to undermine the Affordable Care Act, Congressman Jared Huffman issued the following statement:"The budget isn't finished, student loan interest rates have doubled, and the House hasn't even considered immigration reform, yet the House GOP leadership is insisting on wasting our time with the 38th vote to undermine the Affordable Care Act," Congressman Huffman said. "We need to get back to work and move America forward, not waste time with … Continue Reading
July 11, 2013
Huffman: We Need Action on Student Loans
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman released his second "Ask Jared" videos responding directly to a constituent's email about student loans and higher education. Huffman. Huffman discussed his efforts to prevent student loans from doubling on July 1, 2013, a Republican bill that would increase student debt by $3.7 billion, and his hope that Congress can come together to keep higher education affordable for all Americans that want it. "We are seeing a growing gap between accessibility to … Continue Reading
July 11, 2013
Huffman Votes Against House Farm Bill
WASHINGTON-Following his "No" vote on the controversial House Farm Bill, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) issued the following statement:"The last flawed Farm Bill wasn't extreme enough for the Tea Party, so GOP leadership has decided to drop its nutrition and SNAP provisions entirely, potentially leaving millions of low-income families across America hungry. This split Farm Bill is a window into a deeply dysfunctional Republican caucus which unfortunately has serious consequences … Continue Reading
July 11, 2013
Huffman Introduces Bill to Help Sustain West Coast Fishing Communities
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) introduced bipartisan legislation to help sustain fishing communities and support jobs along the Pacific coast by refinancing a key fishing industry loan. This is Congressman Huffman's second piece of legislation to be introduced since taking office in January. Huffman was joined by Congresswoman Jaime Hererra-Beutler (R-WA), Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), Congressman Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Congressman Don Young (R-AK), and Congressman … Continue Reading
July 10, 2013
Huffman: “Fighting climate change is the biggest imperative of our time.”
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), a member of the Safe Climate Caucus, today spoke out on the House floor to urge Congress to act to fight climate change."President Obama's plan is a step in the right direction and I am encouraged that the E.P.A. is moving quickly on meaningful standards for power plants. Strong power plant standards are an imperative if we're going to avert the worst impacts of climate change," Congressman Huffman said. "Fighting climate change is the … Continue Reading
July 09, 2013
Huffman to NOAA: Don’t Interfere with State Laws Banning Shark Finning
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today led a bipartisan congressional letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration urging the agency to revise a proposed rule that could undermine state bans on buying or selling shark fins. Huffman's letter was cosigned by 61 Members of Congress, and is supported by 18 prominent and national conservation organizations, including Oceana and the Humane Society of the United States.Shark finning is a major contributor to … Continue Reading
July 02, 2013
Huffman Releases First Video Response to Constituent Email
WASHINGTON-Today, Congressman Huffman (D-San Rafael) released his first "Ask Jared" YouTube video responding directly to a constituent's email, letter, or phone call. Today's video is a response to an email from Carla from Corte Madera regarding the House Farm Bill's $20 billion in cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Huffman will record and release a video response as often as possible. "I'm starting this video series to begin a conversation with Northern … Continue Reading
June 27, 2013
Huffman at Budget Hearing: Shouldn't We Be Discussing the Budget?
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) slammed the House Budget Committee leadership for wasting time while refusing to take the necessary steps to move forward on a long-overdue federal budget resolution.House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today appointed Huffman and all other Democrats on the Budget Committee to serve on a conference committee to negotiate a budget compromise between the House and Senate, but Speaker John Boehner has refused to appoint Republican … Continue Reading
June 26, 2013
Congressman Huffman Announces District Landscape Photography Competition
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced that he will hold a district-wide landscape photography competition starting tomorrow. Constituents should email their original landscape photograph to Huffman.Staff@mail.house.gov, and include their name, hometown, and the location of the photo in the body of the email. Submissions will be accepted until July 5, 2013."This photography competition will showcase what is without a doubt the most beautiful Congressional District … Continue Reading
June 26, 2013
Huffman Statement on Supreme Court Decisions on DOMA and Prop 8
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act as unconstitutional, and issued a ruling in the Proposition 8 case that allows same-sex marriages to resume in California: “America is a symbol of freedom and equality, and today’s decisions brought us one step closer to realizing that promise for all Americans. DOMA was discrimination enshrined in law, and in striking it down, the Supreme … Continue Reading
June 26, 2013
Huffman Statement on Supreme Court Decisions on DOMA and Prop 8
WASHINGTON-Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act as unconstitutional, and issued a ruling in the Proposition 8 case that allows same-sex marriages to resume in California:"America is a symbol of freedom and equality, and today's decisions brought us one step closer to realizing that promise for all Americans. DOMA was discrimination enshrined in law, and in striking it down, the Supreme … Continue Reading
June 25, 2013
Huffman Statement on President Obama’s Climate Action Plan
WASHINGTON-Following President Obama's announcement of a new Climate Action Plan to fight climate change by cutting carbon pollution and increasing renewable energy production, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) issued the following statement supporting immediate congressional action:"President Obama's Climate Action Plan included a number of critical policy reforms, including greenhouse gas limits on power plants, advancements in energy efficiency, and investments in renewable … Continue Reading