Press Releases

Fresno, Calif. – Rep. Jim Costa announced today the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded over $850,000 to three Valley airports for rehabilitation and renovation of their facilities.

Creates Positions for 3 Additional Victim Advocates

FRESNO, CA- Congressman Jim Costa released the following statement today regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announcement ending the suspension of inspection at Central Valley Meat Co., Inc, thus allowing the plant to resume operations today.

FRESNO, CA- Congressman Jim Costa is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expedite their review process for concerns regarding inhumane treatment of animals at Central Valley Meat Co., Inc.

Now is the Time to Complete Kennedy's Vision

Fresno, Calif. – Rep. Jim Costa released the following statement on Fresno State President John Welty's announcement that he would retire at the end of the 2012-2013 school year. Costa is 1974 Fresno State graduate and proud Bulldog who also serves on the Board of Fresno State's Maddy Institute with President Welty.

Washington, DC- Rep. Jim Costa, former House Majority Whip Rep. Tony Coelho, former speaker of the California Assembly Robert Hertzberg, and Assemblywoman Cathleen Galgiani joined together to express their deep appreciation for Rep. Dennis Cardoza's years of dedicated service to the people of the San Joaquin Valley. The officials released the following statements.

FRESNO,CA - Rep. Jim Costa released the following statement in response to the shooting at a Sikh Temple in Milwaukee.

"The Sikh community has made many contributions to our nation. The tragedy that occurred today affects all Americans. Our thoughts and prayers go to those who lost their lives, those who were injured, and their family and friends.