Statements and posts
89 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Introduced legislation to prevent oil companies from abandoning wells on public lands.
“Oil companies can’t just walk away from abandoned oil and gas wells and leave taxpayers to bear the cleanup costs.”
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Pressed social media CEOs on combating election disinformation ahead of 2026 midterms.
“Platforms that condone, support, or advance efforts to disenfranchise U.S. voters will be scrutinized and held accountable, including through oversight and potential legislation”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Announced $25 million federal grant for State Route 71 freeway expansion in Pomona.
“I am proud to help deliver $25 million to expand the 71 Freeway and upgrade the pedestrian overcrossings for the thousands of Californians who take this route each day. It will improve safety and efficiency, reduce traffic congestion at one of our critical roadways in Pomona, and improve pedestrian access – making…”
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NEWS: Sens. Schiff, Ricketts Unveil Bipartisan Legislation to Help Endangered Species Recover Faster
Introduced bipartisan bill to modernize Endangered Species Act implementation and improve species recovery.
“Protecting the thousands of endangered species and strengthening recovery efforts must be a bipartisan cause – it is a shared responsibility that takes all of us. My new legislation with Senator Ricketts updates the Endangered Species Act to ensure policies that will help species on the verge of extinction survive and…”
Endangered Species Recovery Modernization ActPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Introduced bill requiring congressional approval before National Archives regional facilities can close.
“The administration is threatening access to historical and irreplaceable records, including closing down one facility in California that is home to countless photos and family heirlooms. Congress must exercise its oversight power to save decades of regional and national history.”
National Archives Protection ActGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Led colleagues in urging Department of Education to rescind new higher education accreditation rule.
“As the Department joins its counterparts across the executive branch of this administration in taking drastic steps to exert its influence within higher education, the proposed rule contains several policies which go against the statutory intent meant to give institutions and accreditors independence in setting and…”
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Secured $6.6 million in FEMA funding for wildfire survivor case management in California.
“Californians are still rebuilding and recovering after the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. I’m glad FEMA has finally heeded to our calls to release urgently needed financial assistance through the Disaster Case Management Program.”
Eaton and Palisades Fires RecoveryEmergency ManagementAI-read
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Called out GOP refusal to acknowledge Trump conspiracies; pledged to subpoena Jack Smith report.
“I’m going to make a motion at our next business meeting that calls for a subpoena, to subpoena your report. We should see it. The country should see it… They could’ve asked for your report. They don’t want to see your report. They don’t want the country to see your report… I hope we can let the country see your work…”
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Criticized GOP attacks on Jack Smith and refusal to acknowledge Trump conspiracies.
“You’re a dirtbag and you’re clearly concealing and boy have we got you you’re in trouble for perjury.”
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NEWS: Schiff, Padilla Secure $4 Million for Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Response Activities
Secured $4 million in emergency federal funding for glassy-winged sharpshooter pest response.
“California’s wine industry provides more than a million jobs and is crucial to our national economy.”
Agriculture and FoodAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to create first federal film tax incentive.
“we’re beholden to no corporation, no government, we are not subservient, we are, you know, on a par with our clients.”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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Led 38 California lawmakers opposing Trump administration's Roadless Rule rescission.
“At the time of its adoption, the Rule received over 600 public hearings and over 1.6 million comments—more comments than any other rule in the nation’s history. Despite the significant amount of public consultation that went into the 2001 Roadless Rule, this Administration only gave our constituents 21 days to comment…”
Roadless Rule Rescission OppositionPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Announced eight new bipartisan Senate cosponsors for federal film tax credit bill.
“For years, I’ve been championing a federal film tax credit to stop the exodus of TV and film production leaving the United States for countries offering higher incentives. Now, we have the best opportunity in decades to get it done. The direct and indirect jobs created by this creative and talented workforce are…”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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Called for Senate passage of War Powers Resolution to end Trump's Iran military deployment.
“In fact, the Lincoln set a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea without a port visit. And a record away from its home port of San Diego. And even now, just recently after stopping in Thailand for its first regular port call in nearly nine months — hull rusted, paint peeling — the Lincoln and its crew were…”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to establish federal film and television production tax credit.
“For years, I’ve been championing a federal film tax credit to stop the exodus of TV and film production leaving the United States for countries offering higher incentives. Now, we have the best opportunity in decades to get it done. The direct and indirect jobs created by this creative and talented workforce are…”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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Introduced legislation to levy excess profits tax on oil companies to prevent price gouging.
“After half a year of war, it’s clear who has benefited from rising gas prices: Big Oil companies. While American families struggle to fill their tanks, and farmers can’t afford diesel fuel, oil and gas companies are realizing massive profits. We need legislation to stop these companies from the price gouging that only…”
Fuel PricesAI-read
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WATCH: Sen. Schiff Breaks Down Need for Federal Film Tax Incentive to Keep Production in America
Promoted federal film tax incentive to boost production and jobs in America.
CommerceAI-read
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Urged Trump administration to extend Temporary Protected Status for Ukrainians for 18 months.
“Current conditions in Ukraine clearly merit the continuation of TPS status. The ongoing war has caused a humanitarian crisis and damage to critical civilian infrastructure has left many with limited or no access to heat, electricity or medical services. Ukrainian nationals cannot safely return at this time, and…”
ImmigrationAI-read
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Renewed investigation into Fish and Wildlife Service staffing crisis after agency dodged inquiries.
“Many are being forced to rely on outside nongovernment organizations for support of critical functions. Making matters worse, you removed the 16-year-long Chief of the Refuge System from her post without explanation. Further, there is currently a backlog of more than 400 species waiting for protection decisions,…”
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Urged Health Net to restore assisted living coverage for 3,000 Californians.
“The sudden loss of assisted living benefits could have potentially devastating repercussions for enrollees and their family members. I urge Health Net to reconsider this coverage termination.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Requested California AG investigate DHS whistleblower allegations of voter impersonation.
“Of particular interest to Californians are the claims that USCIS personnel were directed to misrepresent themselves on California’s voter registration site to access voter data.”
Election SecurityAI-read
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Introduced two bills to expand access to affordable meals for college students facing food insecurity.
“College students should never have to worry about where their next meal will come from or have to drop out because they can’t afford food and tuition. These bills are a commonsense approach to addressing student hunger and strengthening higher education.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Joined 44 Senate Democrats in demanding Defense Secretary Hegseth provide full accounting of Iran war costs.
“Meanwhile, at home, American taxpayers have already paid an extra $100 billion out of their pockets for higher gas and diesel prices alone and at least another $60 billion in higher costs for things like groceries, mortgages, and plane tickets as a result of the war.”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Criticized Trump's focus on renaming Kennedy Center while ignoring Iran War costs.
“It becomes not just absurd, but dangerously absurd that the president is spending so much mental energy on this ridiculousness.”
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Pressed Flock CEO for answers on surveillance technology abuse and privacy protections.
“Despite a professed public commitment to responsible governance, Flock has repeatedly failed to implement the safeguards necessary to protect Americans’ civil liberties.”
Flock Surveillance Camera MisusePrivacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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Advanced bipartisan bill creating first respiratory protection standards for federal firefighters.
“Firefighters are heroes, and it’s critical that we do everything possible to ensure they’re protected from the health risks associated with wildfires. This bipartisan solution will minimize the toxic exposures that firefighters face when they’re defending our communities and public lands. I am proud to see my language…”
Disaster ResponseAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan resolution condemning China's wrongful detention of American academics.
“China’s repeated and cruel pattern of wrongful detentions of American citizens, leaving some without access to legal counsel, is nothing short of an affront to the rule of law and infringes on their rights and freedoms. The U.S. government must redouble its efforts to ensure U.S. citizens unjustly detained abroad, like…”
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Criticized FBI Director Kash Patel for refusing to answer questions about wrongful terminations.
“You damn well better preserve records, because we’re going to be investigating all these hundreds of wrongful terminations, and we’re going to hold you accountable.”
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Blasted FBI Director Patel for firing agents investigating Trump and January 6 cases.
“and when it comes to the FBI, Director Patel has cleaned house there too. There isn’t a single man or woman with a gun, federal agent still in that organization, that had anything to do with the prosecution of President Trump.”
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NEWS: Schiff and Kaine File Oman War Powers Resolution
Filed War Powers Resolution to prohibit military action against Oman.
“Donald Trump threatened, and then launched a war with Iran. Donald Trump threatened, and then launched strikes against Venezuela. And last month, Donald Trump threatened strikes against Oman – his next potential target for yet another foreign war.”
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Demanded administration end collection of federal workers' medical records.
“The modified SORN does not resolve the fundamental privacy, legal, and constitutional concerns raised in our initial letter regarding a federal personnel agency maintaining a longitudinal repository of highly sensitive health information on more than eight million people…Most concerningly, the SORN states that OPM…”
Privacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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Released report on harmful SNAP cuts affecting 330,000 Californians.
“As the cost of food in the United States soars, the Trump Administration’s continued attacks on proven federal food assistance programs are putting the health and prosperity of American families across the country in jeopardy. By purging millions of people from SNAP and other nutrition programs, the legacy of the Trump…”
Social WelfareAI-read
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STATEMENT: Sen. Schiff Statement on the Clarity Act
Opposed Clarity Act, citing inadequate ethics provisions and corruption concerns.
“For these reasons, I voted against today’s procedural vote on the Clarity Act. But I remain open to continuing to work to get an ethics deal that will be acceptable to the American people and crack down on corruption by any and all public officials.”
CommerceAI-read
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Led bipartisan group of 157 lawmakers urging Interior Department to abandon proposed Yosemite land transfer to Trump donor.
“Protection of public lands is a bipartisan issue, overwhelmingly supported by the American people from all walks of life.”
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U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) in pressing Freedom 250 — the entity established by President Trump to plan and fund the widely panned…
“The American people deserve to know who has or will finance Freedom 250, how those funds are being or will be used, and whether the organization’s fundraising activities are creating financial conflicts of interest for President Trump or other administration officials.”
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In their letter to FBI Director Patel ahead of tomorrow’s oversight hearing, Senate Judiciary Democrats demand justification for the FBI’s recent decision to remove sex solicitation, bestiality, and theft from an employer from the list of…
“We write to request a full accounting of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) decision to gut hiring standards that have governed the FBI’s workforce for decades.”
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STATEMENT: Sen. Schiff: With AI Rapidly Advancing “Washington Cannot Afford to Sit on its Hands”
And I think it’s fair to ask whether Congress is asleep at the wheel as we hurtle towards AGI and the unknown.
“The stakes could not be higher, and time is of the essence for Congress to act.”
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STATEMENT: Sen. Schiff Statement Marking 25 Years Since September 11th Attacks
We honor the heroism of the first responders, passengers, crews and countless volunteers who put their lives on the line for our country.
“On this solemn anniversary, we are reminded that America must remain unified and resilient in protecting our democracy, national security and fundamental freedoms.”
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Today, bipartisan, bicameral legislation by U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.), the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act, was signed into law by President Donald Trump.
“Surviving a natural disaster can place an enormous financial burden on families. It is critical that we support victims of devastating disasters like the wildfires in California and across the country. That’s why I was proud to team up with Senator Rick Scott and Representatives Greg Steube, Mike Thompson and Jimmy…”
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U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined CNN’s The Story Is with Elex Michaelson to discuss the latest developments in his push to secure a bipartisan film tax incentive following President Donald Trump’s endorsement of its passage.