More on Education
Dec 12, 2012
Congressman Garamendi Honors Jazz Legend & Contra Costa Native Dave Brubeck on Floor of Congress
I come to the House floor to celebrate the life of one of California's greatest native sons, the Ambassador of Jazz, Dave Brubeck.
Dec 12, 2012
Congressman Garamendi to Serve on Armed Services and Transportation & Infrastructure Committees in 113th Congress
"I am happy to join two committees where I can forcefully advocate for the needs of my constituents."
Sep 13, 2012
Garamendi Supports Veterans, National Labs in Vote to Fund the Government
"We have more to do in fulfilling our solemn obligation to our veterans, but this legislation moves us a big step forward by increasing funding to help disabled veterans," said Congressman Garamendi.
Aug 24, 2012
At Two Veterans Events, Congressman Garamendi Works on Job Opportunities for Veterans
Garamendi participates in Stand Down for homeless veterans, convenes veterans advisory committee, and works on job opportunities for veterans.
Aug 1, 2012
Garamendi Votes for Fair and Fiscally Responsible Middle Class Tax Cuts
"Instead of asking more from middle class families, who are struggling to make ends meet, we need everyone to pay their fair share," said Congressman Garamendi. "I call on my colleagues to join us to create a level playing field, where everyone who plays by the rules can live out their dreams."
Jun 29, 2012
Garamendi Votes for Jobs, Transportation, Flood Insurance, and More Affordable Education
"This compromise was essential. If we didn’t act, 7.4 million students would have effectively seen a $1,000 tax increase every year they took out Stafford Loans," said Congressman Garamendi. "As someone who voted against every tuition increase as a UC Regent and CSU Trustee, college affordability has always been a top priority for me. I’m glad this time Congress was able to put partisanship aside to help our students."
Jun 21, 2012
Congressman Garamendi's Statement on Senate Passage of Farm Bill
Garamendi led a California Delegation letter to the House Agriculture Committee outlining a number of priorities for California.
Jun 20, 2012
Rep. Garamendi Welcomes Art Competition Winner to Washington, DC
Julia, who will be a senior next year at Dougherty Valley High School in San Ramon, attended an awards ceremony today in celebration of her drawing "Hamster In My Hand," which will hang in our nation's Capitol building for an entire year.
May 31, 2012
Rep. Garamendi Announces AmeriCorps Education Grant for California Children and Families Foundation
"This is good news for California and for young children and their families. By focusing on children in disadvantaged households, this service will help narrow the achievement gap that exists between wealthy and lower income families."
May 18, 2012
Garamendi Manufacturing Amendments Pass House of Representatives
The NDAA amendment is a small but important step in assessing what challenges face the manufacturing sector and its ability to produce three-dimensional integrated circuits and advanced chips. The Manufacturing Extension Program amendment invests additional funds in a cost-effective, job creating program.
