Mark Takano
U.S. Representative · CA-39 · Democrat · Ranking Member, Veterans' Affairs
Statements and posts
48 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 48 statements
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CECOT Survivor Andry José Hernández Romero Meets with Rep. Mark Takano
Met with asylum seeker wrongfully detained in El Salvador prison; criticized Trump Administration due process violations.
“What the American government did to Andry and others is a stain on the moral fabric of our nation”
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Library of Congress Erases Parts of Constitution from Website, Rep. Takano Demands Answers
Demanded answers from Library of Congress on deletion of Constitution sections from website.
“Seeing the Library of Congress erase whole sections of the Constitution was deeply alarming”
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Takano Signs onto Bipartisan Epstein Bill
Cosponsored bipartisan resolution to release information about Jeffrey Epstein's associates and enablers.
“I cosponsored this bipartisan legislation because the American people deserve the truth. Jeffrey Epstein committed horrific crimes andfor years, powerful people helped him, enabled him, or looked the other way. The public deserves to know who was involved.”
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Rep. Takano on Senate Passage of Republican Spending Bill
Criticized Republican spending bill for cutting SNAP, Medicaid and giving tax breaks to the wealthy.
“This isn’t governing. It’s grifting. This bill may be wrapped in populist packaging—but its contents are painfully clear: giveaways for the powerful, and devastation for the rest of us.”
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Rep. Takano Introduces Legislation to Halt Funding to El Salvador Mega-Prison
Introduced bill to halt U.S. funding to El Salvador's CECOT prison over documented human rights abuses.
“The United States should not be in the business of funding torture. CECOT is a mega-prison with a well-documented record of human rights abuses—electric shocks, beatings, and degrading conditions”
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Takano Slams House GOP’s Huge Cuts to Basic Needs Programs to Fund Tax Break for Billionaires
Criticized reconciliation bill for cutting health insurance and food assistance to fund tax breaks for billionaires.
“In dead of night, Republicans rammed through a budget bill that will strip health insurance from nearly 14 million Americans, put 11 million people on food assistance at risk of hunger, and increase the deficit by $2.3 trillion. Why make all these heartless cuts? To fund a tax break for billionaires.”
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Statement on the Passing of Representative Gerry Connolly
Released statement mourning the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly and praising his character.
“A witty, pugnacious, and principled fighter for our democracy and good government—we lost someone which great intelligence and deep experience. He will be missed.”
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Reintroduced Equality Act to ban discrimination against LGBTQ+ Americans in response to Trump administration attacks.
“Across the country, LGBTQI+ and trans Americans are being targeted and attacked, but we refuse to be cowed or intimidated by their hate. Instead, we reintroduce the Equality Act as our declaration that freedom and dignity are the birthright of every American. We will not rest until full equality is the law of the land”
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Takano, Durbin Introduce Legislation to Protect Students Against Fraud
Introduced bill to codify student protections against college fraud.
“Fraudsters are feeling empowered by this Administration, and the American people are looking for their government to do something”
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Takano, Simon, and Schatz Demand Fair Treatment for LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools
Introduced resolution supporting LGBTQ+ youth protections in schools.
“LGBTQ+ students’ right to exist has become a national debate”
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Takano Rebukes Executive Order Illegally Dismantling the Department of Education
Criticized executive order directing dismantling of the Department of Education.
“Secretary McMahon has been directed to deny American students their right to a free and fair education”
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Statement on the Passing of Representative Nita Lowey
Released statement honoring former Representative Nita Lowey following her passing.
“I had the privilege of serving along side Congresswoman Nita Lowey for nearly a decade in Congress until her retirement in 2020”
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Statement on the Passing of Representative Raúl Grijalva
Released statement mourning the death of Representative Raúl Grijalva.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of my good friend Raúl Grijalva. He first came into my awareness when he was among the first to endorse former Vermont Governor Howard Dean for President in 2003/2004. We forged a deep friendship when I was first elected to Congress in 2012.”
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Takano Blasts Leaked Executive Order Illegally Dismantling the Department of Education
Criticized leaked executive order directing dissolution of the Department of Education.
“I will fight tooth and nail against any illegal, lawless order that hurts American students.”
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Takano Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Guarantee Overtime Pay for Truckers
Reintroduced bipartisan bill to guarantee overtime pay for truck drivers.
“Truckers are vital for our supply chain, manufacturing, and the American way of life”
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Reintroduced bill prohibiting detention based on race, nationality or perceived characteristic.
“It is only right that we introduce this bill with the Korematsu and Takai name on the Japanese American Day of Remembrance”
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Led 96 members requesting urgent meeting with Education Department on Trump's plan to dismantle it.
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Takano, Rutherford Relaunch the Bipartisan Congressional Deaf Caucus
Relaunched the bipartisan Congressional Deaf Caucus for the 119th Congress.
“I am proud to relaunch the Congressional Deaf Caucus with Rep. Rutherford for the 119th Congress to continue working toward meaningful progress for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals”
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Takano: Trump Must Pledge to Stay Out of NTSB’s Investigation into DC Crash
Called on Trump to pledge not to interfere with NTSB investigation into Washington D.C. plane crash.
“My heart breaks for the families whose loved ones died in this terrible, tragic crash over D.C.”
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Condemned Trump's attempt to blame DEI policies for aviation tragedy.
“President Trump has made baseless claims that seek to blame people of color for this horrific tragedy. It is despicable. We don’t need racist lies, we need answers, and a leader who will put aside partisan politics to unite our country. President Trump has failed to meet this moment. The American people deserve better.”
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Rep. Takano Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Honoring Fred Korematsu
Introduced bipartisan legislation to award Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu.
“Fred Korematsu stood up for the over 125,000 Japanese Americans, including my parents, who were incarcerated under an unlawful executive order”
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Rep. Takano Blasts Trump Admin’s Unlawful Funding Freeze
Criticized Trump administration's federal funding freeze as illegal and harmful to working Americans.
“This is a fast-moving situation and as we ascertain the full implications of this illegal action, I am committed to keeping my constituents in the loop.”
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Rep. Takano Hails Gaza Ceasefire Deal
Praised Gaza ceasefire deal and called for humanitarian aid and permanent political resolution.
“After 15 months of bloodshed and heartbreak, today hopefully marks the beginning of a new chapter”
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