Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa today introduced legislation to honor Hmong Veterans in the Valley and across the nation. The bill would provide burial benefits in National Cemeteries to Hmong Veterans who served in support of U.S. forces in the Vietnam War.
Proposed rulewould impact Valley meat producers and processors
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa issued the following statement today upon House passage of an extension of emergency unemployment benefits. Approval by the House of Representatives sends the temporary extension to the President to be signed into law.
RecoveryAct-funded courthouse in Bakersfield boosts Valley jobs and business
Applauds actionby VA to step up care for soldiers with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
WASHINGTON,D.C. –Congressman Jim Costa today announced $10 million in funding for Valley farmersand ranchers to upgrade their tractors and agricultural equipment.