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PICTURES OF CONGRESSMAN HERGER WITH THE PEOPLE OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND WORKING IN WASHINGTON Herger presents a care package to Tremale Berger. After "aging out" of foster care, Tremale now attends The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. At the Orphan Foundation of America National Care Package event, Herger joined others in commending and presenting care packages to Tremale and similar students who have overcome great odds and are attending college (9/21/06) During his recent trip to the U.S.-Mexico border, Herger tours a previously concealed tunnel through which illegal immigrants smuggled themselves and narcotics. (8-25-06) Congressman Herger joins General Select Jake Polumbo, Commander of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing at Beale Air Force Base, at the roll-out ceremony of the advanced model of the Global Hawk spy plane. By gathering intelligence with remarkable accuracy, the Global Hawk is playing a critical role in the War on Terror. (8-25-06) Congressman Herger joins senior citizens at an "Anti-Scam" event in Yuba City. Herger organized the events to raise public awareness after a Northern California woman took her life after being defrauded of over $500,000 through an international lottery scam (8-15-06) Congressman Herger joins Representative Clay Shaw and Toshiba Hamlett, Denise Stoney, and Teresa Petty following a press conference commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Welfare Reform. At the event, Toshiba, Denise, and Teresa discussed how these reforms helped them transition from government dependence to good employment and self-sufficiency. (7-18-06) Congressman Herger speaks at the annual Capitol PurSuit Drive in Washington. At the event, Herger, along with other members of Congress and Capitol Hill staff, collectively donated thousands of suits and other professional clothes to lower income individuals who are seeking to secure a job. For more information, click here. (6/21/06) At Monument Hill outside Woodland on Memorial Day, Congressman Herger and California Department of Veterans Affairs Operations Director John Hanretty honored Sgt. Johnny Reed by presenting him with the Purple Heart and Bronze Star -- awards he earned for his service in Vietnam but had not received. Congressman Herger and Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt speak to senior citizens at a Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit (Medicare Part D) promotion event in Redding. Recent reports demonstrate that the overwhelming majority of seniors enrolled in Medicare Part D save money and are satisfied with their new prescription drug coverage (4/21/06) Congressman Herger speaks with a member of the "Greatest Generation," Mr. Ford Bishop, at the town hall meeting in Redding. Herger presented Mr. Bishop with medals he earned during World War II but had not been awarded. Mr. Bishop and his unit were captured by German troops after the end of the war, and were vastly outnumbered. The Germans were preparing to execute Mr. Bishop and his fellow soldiers, but, after the intervention of a German mayor, the German soldiers turned themselves over to American forces, and Mr. Bishop was freed. (3/25/2006) Congressman Herger speaks at the town hall in Redding. Last week, Herger hosted nine town hall meetings throughout Northern California. Hundreds of North State residents attended, and many took the opportunity to offer their viewpoints on a number of issues. (3/25/06) Congressman Herger with Karina Mora and Alissa Morrow of Williams. As selected participants in the "Presidential Classroom" program, Karina and Alissa came to Washington to learn firsthand about the policymaking and political processes. (3/15/2006) Congressman Herger speaks at a press conference discussing new measures to counter our nation's tragic Meth epidemic. The provisions are included in the renewal of the PATRIOT Act, which became law today. (3-9-06) Congressman Herger speaks at a press conference where a constructive and responsible budget proposal that would balance the budget in five years was unveiled. (3-8-06) |
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