Press Releases

Rep. Chu Supports Bill to Counter Supreme Court Ruling on Campaign Finance

April 29, 2010

Washington, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-CA) announced her support for The Democracy is Strengthened by Casting Light on Spending in Elections (DISCLOSE) Act.

"The Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United v. Federal ElectionCommission was a major setback for democratic elections in America. Today, Congress has taken an important step toward stemming the inevitable flood of special interest money into America's elections with the introduction of The DISCLOSE Act.

Rep. Chu Votes to Save Taxpayers Billions of Dollars by Cutting Waste, Fraud, Abuse in Government Programs

April 28, 2010

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Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA32, voted to save U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars by cracking down on waste, fraud, and abuse in government programs. The bipartisan IMPROVE Acquisition Act will reform the defense acquisition system to save American taxpayers $135 billion over the next five years and make sure that the men and women who are risking their lives to safeguard our country get the proper equipment they need to do their jobs and protect themselves on the battlefield.

Rep. Chu Issues Statement Decrying Harsh Arizona Immigration Law

April 27, 2010

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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA32, issued the following statement today about the harsh new immigration law signed into law by Arizona Governor Jan Brewer over the weekend:

"The passage of Arizona's harsh and unjust immigration law is strong proof that now more than ever, we need to pass the Comprehensive Immigration Reform bill authored by Rep. Gutierrez.

Issues:Immigration

Rep. Chu Votes to Block Congressional Pay Raise during Recession

April 27, 2010

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Continues Fight to Restore Fiscal Discipline and Accountability in Washington

House Passes Rep. Chu's Extension of Job Creation Program

March 24, 2010

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Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 4849, the Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act that included extension of vital job creation program in Los Angeles County informally referred to as Jobs NOW.

At a press conference today Congresswoman Judy Chu issued the following statement:

"Good afternoon! Today is a great day for Americans around the country – but an especially great day for Californians! Passage of H.R. 4849 means that Californians in 50 counties will see a very effective job creation program extended—the Jobs NOW program.

Rep. Chu Lauds Passage of Health Reform, Reconciliation Bills

March 22, 2010

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Rep. Judy Chu today issued the following statement lauding yesterday's historic House vote on health care reform. Congresswoman Chu voted yes on both H.R. 3590, the Senate version of the health care reform bill, and on H.R. 4872, the Reconciliation Act approved by the House to make changes to the Senate bill (Click here to see video of Rep. Chu's floor speech).

Issues:Health Care

Summary of the Final Health Care Reconciliation Bill

March 19, 2010

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Click here or on the link below for a comprehensive, 3-page summary of the final, historic health insurance reform legislation that the House will be considering this weekend.

Issues:Health Care

Rep. Chu Seeks Young Artists for Annual Congressional Art Competition

March 16, 2010

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Rep. Judy Chu announced today that the 32nd Congressional District of California is once again participating in the Annual Congressional Art Competition. This competition provides an excellent opportunity to encourage and recognize the rich artistic talents of our district's youth.

For the past 26 years, more than 300 Congressional offices have participated in this competition. The winning entries (one from each Congressional District) are displayed in the corridors of the U.S Capitol.

Rep. Chu Releases Statement on U.S. Consulate Staff Killed in Juarez, Mexico

March 15, 2010

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WASHINGTON, DC - This weekend, three people closely connected to the U.S. Consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, were shot to death by members of one of the local drug cartels. Rep. Judy Chu, CA-32 has been a vocal advocate for fighting the violence of the Mexican drug cartels since of one of her constituents, Bobby Salcedo, was senselessly murdered by the drug cartels on New Year’s Eve. Rep. Chu is a staunch supporter of American aid to Mexico as they continue to fight the violence of the drug cartels.

Rep. Chu's House Resolution Honoring Bobby Salcedo Passes Unanimously

March 9, 2010

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Washington, D.C. – Today the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1032, a resolution honoring Agustin "Bobby" Salcedo from El Monte. The resolution also expresses support for the U.S. government to assist the Mexican Government in fighting the drug cartels and curbing violence against Mexican and United States citizens, both in the United States and abroad.

Congresswoman Judy Chu made the following remarks on the House floor:

"Mr.