Public Safety

Rep. Jim Costa’s Statement on the Trump Trial Verdict

May 30, 2024

FRESNO, Calif. – Congressman Jim Costa released the following statement:

“In America, throughout our nation’s history, we have always taken pride in a fair independent judiciary, whether or not we agree with the verdict.

Issues:Public Safety

Rep. Jim Costa unveils legislation to address major gaps in the regulation of Reedley Lab

April 23, 2024

Press Release

REEDLEY, Calif. - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) unveiled H.R.

Issues:Infrastructure and TransportationPublic SafetyHealthcare

Costa Co-Leads Bipartisan Effort to Support Law Enforcement, Combat Attacks on Police Officers

March 21, 2024

Press Release

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Dan Bishop (NC-08), Jim Costa (CA-21), and Henry Cuellar (TX-28) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act.

Issues:Public SafetyHealthcare

Addressing Divorce Settlement Evasion in California

January 15, 2024

In The News

Nation World News

California Congressman Jim Costa has introduced a bill known as “Jane’s Law” that aims to bring to justice individuals who flee court-ordered divorce settlements. The proposed legislation seeks to ensure that all parties involved in a divorce follow the terms and agreements established by the court, and seeks to end impunity for those who attempt to avoid their financial and legal responsibilities. If passed, this legislation could lead to significant changes in California’s family justice system.

Issues:Public SafetyVictims' Rights

2023 YEAR IN REVIEW: REEDLEY BIOLAB SPARKS INTERNATIONAL INCIDENT

January 2, 2024

In The News

The Business Journal

Not only one of the more unusual stories for the Central Valley in 2023, but the discovery of an illegal bio-lab in Reedley with links to the Chinese government made headlines across the globe.

Issues:Public SafetyForeign Affairs & National Security

Costa Backs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Child Care for Police Officers

December 14, 2023

Press Release

WASHINGTON – Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) joined the Problem Solvers Caucus in backing the bipartisan

Issues:Public SafetyHealthcare

Fresno County plans to inspect biological research labs. It follows Reedley crisis

December 12, 2023

In The News

The Fresno Bee

Still reeling from the discovery a year ago of a biological laboratory operating secretly – and illegally – in the city of Reedley, Fresno County supervisors unanimously gave initial approval to an ordinance requiring annual inspections of any privately-funded biological research labs that are not regulated under federal law.

Issues:Public SafetyForeign Affairs & National Security

U.S. Representatives unveil illegal Reedley lab investigation report

November 16, 2023

In The News

ABC30

WASHINGTON (KFSN) -- Valley Congressman Jim Costa, along with the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, has unveiled a report on their investigation into the illegal Reedley lab. Costa was joined by Congressman Mike Gallagher, former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, city officials from Reedley, and more in a news conference from the U.S. Capitol Wednesday afternoon.

Issues:Public SafetyForeign Affairs & National Security

Costa applauds U.S. Senate Confirmation of Judge Ana de Alba to the Ninth Circuit Court

November 13, 2023

Press Release

WASHINGTON - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement after the United States Senate confirmed Ana de Alba of California to serve as a Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Issues:Public SafetyHousingForeign Affairs & National SecurityVictims' RightsImmigration

Costa Statement on Arrest of illegal Reedley Lab Owner

October 21, 2023

Press Release

WASHINGTON - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement after Jia Bei Zhu, the owner of Universal Meditech bio-lab was arrested by federal authorities.

Issues:Public SafetyForeign Affairs & National Security