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October 26, 2018

Fresno, CA – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week it would award the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) over $3.7 million for two projects the District is spearheading to improve Valley air quality by reducing heavy-duty diesel vehicle emissions.

Issues:Agriculture
October 25, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement regarding the recent mailing of explosives to political leaders and media outlets:

"The recent targeting of political leaders and media outlets with explosive packages should raise concerns regarding our current political climate for all Americans.

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Rep. Costa, Merced Irrigation District, and Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at Oct. 16th Press Conference at Yosemite Lake
October 23, 2018

Merced, CA – The San Joaquin Valley is set to see substantial benefits from today's enactment of new federal water legislation, including increases in the Valley's ability to work through back-to-back years of drought conditions and reduce the risk of flooding during wet years.

October 19, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement on the President's memorandum aimed at streamlining regulatory processes and eliminating redundant and unnecessary water infrastructure regulations:

Issues:Water
October 19, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement on the reported death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi:

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MCOE, Congressman Costa Host School Safety Summit
October 19, 2018

Merced, CA– More than 80 school administrators, law enforcement officials and behavioral health experts met on Friday at the Merced County Fairgrounds to discuss school safety at the Merced County School Safety Summit.

Hosted by Merced County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steve Tietjen and Congressman Jim Costa, the summit including working sessions focused on school safety planning, behavioral health in schools and creating a campus culture that promotes student safety and wellbeing.

Issues:Education
October 17, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement after learning of the passing of Lt. Col. Seth "Jethro" Nehring who was serving in the U.S. Air National Guard's 144th Fighter Wing, which is based in Fresno:

October 5, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement regarding the critical need to better support and secure justice for victims and survivors of sexual assault and other crimes:

October 1, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) issued the following statement on the agreement between the United States, Canada, and Mexico on a renegotiated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA):

Issues:Agriculture
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 Rep. Costa Brings Biden Cancer Summit to Valley Cancer Fighting Community
September 21, 2018

Fresno, CA – Today Valley Congressman Jim Costa (CA-16) held a cancer summit at the Clovis Community Medical Center as part of a nationwide collaboration with Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden's cancer fighting movement.

Issues:Healthcare