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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.

Washington, DC- When House Republicans offered atemporary disaster relief bill today, Rep. Jim Costa called for real relief for farmers. The House voted to advance H.R.

Washington, DC- Rep. Jim Costa announced today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded more than $4.5 Million to Fresno County and the City of Hanford. The funding was made available through HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Grant, and the Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) programs.

Washington, DC- Rep. Jim Costa supported extending tax cuts for Valley families, businesses, and farmers who without action will see their taxes increase on January 1st. This legislation will extend the current tax rates another year.

Washington, DC- Rep. Jim Costa announced today that the City of Delano has been awarded a $2.8 million loan from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to build a new multipurpose communitycenter.