Robert Garcia
U.S. Representative · CA-42 · Democrat · Ranking Member, Oversight and Government Reform
Statements and posts
58 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on Passing of Dolores Huerta
Released statement mourning the passing of labor and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta.
“Dolores Huerta was one of the bravest and most relentless advocates for working families and farm workers that America has ever seen. Her work changed lives across the country, including those of families across my community and our state.”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Announces $545,000 Federal Grant to Upgrade Long Beach Water Taxi Fleet
Announced $544,904 federal grant to upgrade Long Beach water taxi fleet.
“Long Beach’s water taxi is one of the most iconic and unique ways to get around our city, and this investment is going to make it even better”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on Massie Amendment
Voted to block $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Financing to Israel, criticizing Netanyahu as corrupt.
“Today, I am voting yes on an amendment to block $3.3 billion in American taxpayer dollars for Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli military. Netanyahu, like Donald Trump, is a corrupt authoritarian who should face criminal courts—not receive billions more for weapons.”
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Announced House passage of bill to end penny production and reduce government waste.
“When it comes to taking on waste and making sure our tax dollars are spent wisely, it’s common sense that we should stop making a coin that costs nearly four times more than it’s worth to produce”
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Secured committee approval for $255 million Port of Long Beach channel deepening investment.
“This is a huge win for Long Beach, for our workers, and for people across the country who depend on goods moving through our port every single day”
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Announced $27 million in federal funding for taxiway reconstruction at Long Beach Airport.
“This $27 million is going straight to the infrastructure that keeps Long Beach Airport running”
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Released 2026 Pride Month playlist celebrating LGBTQ+ communities.
“Music is one of the most powerful ways we can celebrate and embrace who we are and what we live for”
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Demanded answers from GKN Aerospace about chemical emergency that forced 50,000 residents to evacuate.
“GKN Aerospace exposed Orange County and Garden Grove to the risk of a catastrophic chemical explosion”
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Secured inclusion of Piers Reinvestment Act in BUILD America 250 bill passed by committee.
“Our piers support small businesses, local economies, and entire coastal communities”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Introduces Bill to Upgrade Aging Piers and Invest in Coastal Communities
Introduced bill to expand federal funding for repairing aging coastal piers.
“Off California’s coast and waters across the country, our piers are aging and underfunded, leaving local municipalities to bear the costs and risks from storms and climate change. Piers are crucial parts of our communities, from the small businesses they support to the local economies they help sustain.”
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Announced $24 million federal investment for Long Beach Airport terminal improvements.
“As the former Mayor of Long Beach, I know firsthand how important our airport is to the city and our local economy. This federal investment is going to make our world class airport even better”
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Held roundtable with Epstein survivor and called for Trump administration to release Epstein files.
“Annie Farmer is a hero who deserves justice and I’m so glad that so many women are hearing her story”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on César Chávez Allegations of Abuse
Expressed support for women alleging abuse by César Chávez.
“I stand in solidarity and give my unwavering support to Dolores Huerta and the other courageous women who came forward with their stories of abuse by César Chávez. We must always stand with survivors and recognize the trauma and pain that has been inflicted by Chávez and so many others.”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Announces $3.7 Million for Community Projects Across Long Beach
Announced $3.7 million in federal funding for Long Beach community projects.
“I’m proud to bring federal dollars back home to support projects that make our communities safer, more connected, and more livable”
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Praised Supreme Court decision striking down Trump's tariffs as illegal and harmful to consumers.
“Donald Trump has caused chaos globally with his reckless tariff policies that have raised prices and impacted America’s ports”
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Announced $2.175 million in federal funding for Cal State Long Beach research center and archives.
“This funding is about investing in education, access, and opportunity for our entire community”
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Announced $1.5 million in federal funding for childcare and early learning improvements.
“We know reliable childcare can make a real difference for families, and the LBCC Child Development Center is a space that so many families rely on”
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Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on Passing of Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster
Released statement mourning the passing of former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster.
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Reintroduced bill to direct State Department to monitor and combat violence against LGBTQ+ people worldwide.
“The fact that same-sex marriage was challenged here in the United States shows that equality is never something we can take for granted”
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Praised Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi's historic legislative achievements and leadership.
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Announced Capitol Police arrest of individual who made death threats against congressman.
“Today, United States Capitol Police announced that they arrested a suspect who had made death threats to Congressman Garcia. The suspect attempted to enter the Congressional complex and had sent a message to the Congressman’s office stating that he was going to travel to Washington, D.C., to kill him.”
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Praised Long Beach Airport for rejecting Homeland Secretary Noem's request to display a partisan video.
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Welcomed Israel-Gaza ceasefire and peace negotiations, called for hostage release.
“We should all welcome the hopeful news of a ceasefire and peace negotiations happening in Israel and Gaza. All the hostages must come home safely and we must end this horrific nightmare immediately. Israeli & Palestinian lives have the same value and all deserve a lasting peace”
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Congressman Garcia Statement on H.R. 3565
Supported H.R. 3565 to limit offensive weapons transfers to Israel.
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Congressman Robert Garcia, Long Beach Leaders Break Ground on Studebaker Road Transportation Project
Secured over $1 million in federal funding for Long Beach Studebaker Road transformation project.
“The Studebaker Road Transformation Project is an excellent example of the power that collaboration between federal, state, and local governments has to connect our communities. I am proud to have delivered funding for this important corridor revitalization”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.