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December 14, 2011
The DIPLOMA Act is a solution that provides funding to local groups that coordinate, integrate and facilitate services such as tutoring, extending learning services, health care and social support. The bill contains strong accountability measures, including independent evaluations to measure the results of grant recipients and identify best practices. It builds on successful community school efforts already underway in many areas across the nation.
December 6, 2011
Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA, released the following statement in response to today's House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties hearing on H.R. 3541, "The Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act (PRENDA) of 2011."
December 6, 2011
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced a bill to provide low-income start-up companies with financial and business assistance. The Entrepreneur Startup Growth Act provides self-employed individuals with tax support and business development.
December 4, 2011
EL MONTE, CA – Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA32, has written a letter to Gov. Jerry Brown asking him to declare parts of the San Gabriel Valley a Disaster Area in the wake of last week's Santa Ana winds event, qualifying cities affected by the winds to apply for state funds to assist in cleanup and recovery efforts.
November 21, 2011
Rep. Judy Chu, D-CA32, released the following statement today after the Co-Chairs of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, Senator Patty Murray and Representative Jeb Hensarling, announced that the committee did not reach a bipartisan agreement.
November 18, 2011
This excerpt from the Pasadena Star News documents Rep. Chu's fervent opposition to the National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act.
Issues:Crime and Safety
November 18, 2011
This San Gabriel Valley Tribune article mentions Rep. Chu as one of many Members of Congress opposed to Industry consolidation plans.
Issues:Worker Rights and Labor
November 17, 2011
This article acknowledges the accomplishments of three Diamond Bar High students who won the 2011 STEM Contest, sponsored by the Chinese Institute of Engineers. Each of the winners received a certificate of recognition from Rep. Chu.
November 17, 2011
This piece from NPR's All Things Considered is about the National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act, which was recently passed in the House. Congresswoman Judy Chu voted against the bill because it would allow criminals convicted of selling drugs to children to carry loaded, concealed weapons.
Issues:Crime and Safety
November 16, 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Judy Chu (CA-32) voted in favor of HR 674, legislation containing a windfall of new tax provisions to benefit veterans, just after Veteran's Day.
Issues:Veterans