Reps. Sara Jacobs, Scott Peters, Mike Levin, Juan Vargas Announce Bill to Stop Data Center Construction at NAVWAR

Introduced legislation to block a commercial data center construction at NAVWAR without local approval.

“San Diego is a proud home for innovation, but we don’t want a massive unregulated data center in our backyard that skyrockets our utility bills, consumes excessive water, and strains our power grid. This is a bait and switch.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Pens Newsweek Op-ed on How to Win the AI Race

Wrote op-ed arguing Congress must address AI at multiple levels to compete with China.

“We’re not going to rush in and pass a piece of legislation that would do harm to the country and put China at an edge.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Responds to Trump’s Dangerous Comments on San Diego

Criticized Trump's comments suggesting Iranian attacks on San Diego acceptable.

“It’s unbelievably distressing that President Trump is the cause of this stress when he’s supposed to protect and reassure our country. His comments are inexcusable. They don’t need more context, and we don’t need a thicker skin to understand them.”

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Jacobs, Castro, Dean, Beyer, Casar, Escobar to Introduce Sanctions on Drivers of Settlement Expansion

Introduced bill to sanction Israeli settlement expansion in West Bank and Gaza.

“Pushing Palestinians out of their homes and off their land in Gaza and the West Bank is one of the greatest obstacles to a lasting pathway to peace”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Conducts In-Person Oversight of USS Abraham Lincoln

Conducted in-person oversight of USS Abraham Lincoln to address crew concerns and accountability.

“I’m relieved that the USS Abraham Lincoln will soon be back in San Diego, and I’m looking forward to welcoming them home. But our demand for accountability won’t end when they make port.”

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Jacobs, Meeks, Bera, Lead 26 Democrats in Urging AI Diplomacy with China

Led 26 Democrats urging Secretary of State to initiate sustained dialogue with China on AI safety risks.

“To mitigate the risks of AI at home, we must also address the risks internationally, especially with China given its capacity to develop advanced AI models of its own. Though there is much we disagree on, our nations are also vulnerable to the same AI risks.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Calls on Speaker Johnson to Cancel Recess to Act on AI; Speaker Johnson Starts Recess Early

Called on Speaker Johnson to cancel recess to pass AI safety legislation.

“Enough is enough. The American people have waited long enough for Congress to act on AI, and we can’t let all these warning signs pass without action.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Brings Home $825,000 for East County STEM and Entrepreneurship Non-Profit

Secured $825,855 in federal funding for East County STEM and entrepreneurship nonprofit.

“Our young people are facing a unique, constantly evolving job market”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Address AI Weaknesses and Failures at Pentagon

Introduced bipartisan bill to create AI incident reporting program at Pentagon.

“The Pentagon is racing to adopt AI like most other workplaces, but when AI fails at the Pentagon, the consequences can be deadly and could even pull the United States into a war”

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Reps. Sara Jacobs, Don Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Press Access at the Pentagon

Introduced bipartisan bill to restore press access at the Pentagon.

“Muzzling the Pentagon’s independent press corps blinds Congress and the American people to what’s happening in our name and with our money. Asking our military leaders tough questions and holding them accountable – especially during times of conflict – is a basic, but critical part of our democracy.”

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San Diego Congressional Delegation, California Senators Demand Answers Surrounding the Extended Deployment of USS Abraham Lincoln

Demanded answers from Pentagon inspector general on USS Abraham Lincoln's extended deployment.

“undertake an independent review of the processes, rationale, and decisions surrounding the extended deployment of the San Diego-homeported USS Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Strike Group 3 (CSG-3).”

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As AI companies threaten Great-Depression levels of mass unemployment, Jacobs, Casar, Foushee would tax companies to pay for jobs

Introduced bill to tax AI companies and fund jobs to offset AI-caused unemployment.

“If Congress does nothing, the rise of AI could create the biggest wealth transfer in history from the bottom to the top”

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Reps. Sara Jacobs, Celeste Maloy Introduces the ATOMIC Act to Strengthen AI Nuclear Security

Introduced bipartisan bill to establish AI nuclear security evaluation program at Department of Energy.

“No one wants another Three-Mile Island or any other major nuclear incident”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Pushes to Strengthen Capacity and Effectiveness at State Department

Voted for Foreign Service Modernization Act and against H.R. 9087 to strengthen State Department capacity.

“At a moment when the world feels like it’s on fire – when wars are escalating, alliances are fracturing, and more people are suffering – the State Department needs more expertise, capacity, and funding, not less.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Introduces Bill to Overhaul U.S. Security Assistance

Introduced bill to tie U.S. security assistance to partner nations' governance standards.

“Every gun the United States sends, and every soldier we train, is a decision that comes with lasting consequences for our country and the receiving military. When U.S.”

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Beyer, Barrett, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Human Control Over Autonomous Weapons

Introduced bipartisan bill requiring human control over autonomous military weapons systems.

“AI mistakes on the battlefield have the potential to be catastrophic: civilian casualties, friendly fire, unintended escalation, and calculations made on faulty data”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Statement on Massie Amendment to Republican Foreign Aid Budget Bill

Voted to halt $3.3 billion in U.S. military funding to Israel over civilian casualties in Gaza and Lebanon operations.

“Our vote should not be interpreted as opposition to initiatives such as the Nita M. Lowey Middle East Partnership for Peace Act programs or others that foster people-to-people engagement, strengthen civil society, and advance the long-term prospects for a just and lasting peace.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Led 54 Colleagues in Demanding Answers on Delayed DACA Renewals

Led 54 colleagues demanding USCIS expedite delayed DACA renewal processing.

“DACA recipients have done everything right, and yet the Trump Administration continues to punish them”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Re-Introduces Legislation to Protect Reproductive Health Records

Reintroduced SAFER Health Act to protect reproductive health records from disclosure.

“Especially in the post-Roe era, your medical records should never become evidence that’s used against you.”

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Jacobs, Bonamici, Scott, Murray Introduce Legislation to Overturn Harmful Child Care Rule

Introduced Congressional Review Act resolution to repeal Trump administration child care rule.

“The Trump Administration has made their agenda crystal clear: tear down the child care system in America, piece by piece, until nothing’s left”

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Jacobs, Meeks Issue Statement on RSF Siege of El Obeid

Called on State Department to secure agreement halting RSF siege of El Obeid in Sudan.

“As the driver of the Quad peace process, the United States must urgently secure an agreement that halts the RSF siege of El Obeid, provides unhindered humanitarian access to the city, and establishes a humanitarian corridor and safe passage for civilians seeking to leave.”

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Reps. Jacobs, Horsford, Moylan Introduce Legislation to Protect Workers from AI-Driven Layoffs

Introduced legislation requiring companies and agencies to disclose AI-related layoffs to Department of Labor.

“We know that AI will rapidly transform our economy and our workforce, but we don’t yet know when, how, or to what extent.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Leads Discharge Petition on the Right to Contraception Act

Led discharge petition to force House vote on Right to Contraception Act.

“As a young woman, contraception is a key part of my health care. I know what it means to have reliable, accessible contraception – whether it’s an IUD or Plan B. This isn’t abstract or hypothetical for me – and it’s not for millions of other Americans.”

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Votes Against NDAA Due to Lack of Constraints on Weaponization and Politicization of Military

Voted against FY 2027 NDAA over military spending and lack of constraints on Trump administration military use.

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Rep. Sara Jacobs Votes Against Blocking Child Care Funds Over Baseless Fraud Claims

Voted against blocking child care funds, opposing baseless fraud claims.

“Child care isn’t a luxury; it’s what families depend on for economic security and to provide their children a good start in life. I will keep fighting against all partisan attacks on our nation’s families.”

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