Press Releases
March 19, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) today issuedthe following statement regarding the release of the National Academy ofSciences report on water management and Bay Delta health.
"Our Valley needs waterto survive," Costa said. "We have made real progress lately, but we can't winthis fight completely until the one-sided and flawed biological opinions beingused to cut off our water are revised to reflect what is actually happening inthe Delta.
March 16, 2010
Responds To Latest Salazar Water Announcement
March 12, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – At today's House Subcommittee on Water and Power hearing, Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) criticized the Department of the Interior's handling of the drought crisis. Addressing Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation, Michael Connor, Costa reiterated that the Department has failed to provide sufficient drought relief to the Valley, and must increase the flow of water and aid to the Valley's farmers, workers, and communities.
Excerpts from Costa's remarks (as prepared) are below.
March 12, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a meeting last evening at the White House, Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) urged President Obama to increase his commitment to resolving the water crisis that is devastating the San Joaquin Valley. "Once again, I delivered our Valley's message directly to the President: Together, we can overcome this water crisis. But to do so, the Administration must increase our supply of water, and step up their commitment to our farmers, families, and workers.
March 10, 2010
Costa: FCI Mendota Means Valley Jobs And Economic Opportunity
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter to the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations, Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) called for additional funding for Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Mendota. The additional funding, in the amount of $27.4 million, would allow FCI Mendota to purchase needed equipment, hire staff and continue its activation process.
March 9, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) today announced $150,000 in funding to create jobs and grow the Valley's economy. The funds were awarded to the California State University, Fresno Foundation by the Department of Commerce to support regional economic development and enhanced entrepreneurship. "I am pleased that the California State University, Fresno Foundation will receive funding to create more jobs and opportunity for Valley residents.
March 4, 2010
Washington, D.C.- Congressman Jim Costa ( D-Fresno) released the following statement after passage of H.Res. 1117, a House Resolution commending the California State University system on the occassion of its 50th anniversary. "As an alumnus of CSU, Fresno, I would like to congratulate the California State University system on its 50th anniversary. Since its inception, CSU and its 23 campuses have played a critical role in the educational, economic, and cultural development of California and our nation.
March 4, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C – Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) released the following statement today after H. Res. 252, a House resolution recognizing the Armenian Genocide was approved by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Approval by the Committee is a key step towards the resolution being considered by the full House of Representatives. "As we approach the 95th anniversary of the start of the Armenian Genocide, I am pleased that members of the Foreign Affairs Committee came together to approve this resolution," Costa said.
March 4, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C – Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) today voted in support of tax cuts that will create jobs and spur economic growth in the Valley. By voting to amend H.R. 2847, the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act, Costa backed key improvements to the jobs bill passed by the Senate last week that will strengthen small business, invest in infrastructure, and ensure that the bill is fully paid for. "Along with increasing our water supply, strengthening our economy and getting people back to work are my top priorities," Costa said.
March 2, 2010
FRESNO, CA – Congressman Jim Costa (D-Fresno) today announced funding to bridge the technological divide and increase economic opportunities in vulnerable and low-income communities in the Valley. The grant, in the amount of $7.25 million, will fund digital literacy training for more than 675,000 individuals, enabling them to make use of key educational, employment, and health resources online.
"I ampleased to see that our Valley will receive funding to increase high-speedInternet access," Costa said.