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Costa fought to secure funding for Valley specialty crops in 2008 Farm Bill

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa today announced $17,281,158 in federal funding to benefit Valley specialty crop growers. The funding, made available through the Farm Bill's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, was awarded to 64 projects across California. The Valley is a leading producer of specialty crops which include tree nuts, fruits, dried fruits, and vegetables.

New UC Merced – UC Davis program will start bringing medical students to train in the Valley

Funds allow city and county to better address effects of abandoned and foreclosed homes

Fresno, CA – Congressman Jim Costa today announced over $6 million in federal funds to help the city and county of Fresno further combat the effects of abandoned and foreclosed homes. The funds, made available through the Housing Department's Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), allow local governments to acquire, rehabilitate and resell homes that have been vacated or are in foreclosure.

Wastewater from Sacremento facilities is degrading the Delta, costing Valley water and jobs

Recovery Act-funded project invests in regional jobs and economic opportunity while moving America towards energy independence

Legislation provides support to states to prevent thousands of job losses

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Costa returned to Washington today amidst a six-week work period in the Valley to vote in favor of legislation that is estimated to save 311,000 American jobs in education, law enforcement, public safety and health care fields. The U.S. House of Representatives resumed session to consider the bill, the Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act, which passed with Costa's support by a vote of 247-161.