"The defense strategic review wisely notes the importance of force mobility, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), and cybersecurity in our evolving 21st century global environment," Congressman Garamendi said. "This is good news for residents of Solano, Yuba, and Butte counties as the functions of Travis and Beale Air Force Bases align with the new strategic priorities. The Pentagon's vision also continues a valuable role for the University of California and the national labs in Livermore."

California homeowners, and those throughout the country, continue to suffer as a result of the irresponsible and fraudulent actions of the mortgage industry.  We write in support of California Attorney General Kamala Harris' continued investigation into the potential misconduct and fraud by the mortgage industry. ... We believe that any meaningful settlement must provide assistance for struggling homeowners—particularly those underwater—and should not grant banks a broad release from liability for abuses that have not been investigated and are not remedied by the settlement.

"For the first time in nearly a decade, the NDAA does not keep tens of thousands of troops fighting a war of choice in Iraq, and that is a reason to celebrate," Congressman Garamendi said. "The most pro-troops patriotic thing Congress can do is to get our military personnel out of harm's way. After all, they aren't just heroes; they're also sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, husbands and wives."

"The Patient’s Bill of Rights is making quality health coverage more affordable for millions of seniors, with significant prescription drug savings and free preventative health screenings,"Congressman Garamendi said. "This is good new for every American who hopes to retire with dignity, and it’s only possible because President Obama and Democrats in Congress were willing to take the tough votes necessary to improve our health care system."