Press Releases

"Today, we remember all the heroes of 9/11. We praise the strength of thousands of firefighters, rescue workers, first responders and medical personnel who turned tragedy into inspiration and gave of themselves to help the city and our nation rebuild. We promised to help those who spent days, weeks, and months doing the hard work our government and the American people expected them to do in the recovery effort."

"One of the top goals of health reform was to preserve access to the doctor of your choice and a whole team of skilled medical professionals. Strengthening our health workforce is one way we keep that promise. Across California and nationwide, nurses, doctors, and health care professionals work each day to keep our families healthy. Their work is vital to preventing disease, treating chronic illnesses, and promoting healthy living. And an investment in this workforce is an investment in the well-being of our communities."

"In passing the Intelligence Authorization Act last night, the Senate upheld our first responsibility - to ensure the security of the American people - while addressing two key objectives. It expands and improves the Congressional notification process for covert action and provides the framework for GAO access to intelligence community information so that the GAO can conduct investigations, audits, and evaluations as requested by Congress."

"With the President's signature today, the Small Business Jobs Act will become law, and we will mark a great victory for America's small businesses. We will cut their taxes, provide them with greater access to credit, and help them create half a million jobs - all without adding a dime to the deficit."

"Technological innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit define San Francisco. Today's announcement of almost $8 million to expand broadband access recognizes our city's culture of innovation and forging creative partnerships to transform urban life, particularly for those most in need."

"Next week, we will bring The James Zadroga 9-11 Health and Compensation Act to the floor for a vote. It is our hope that we will have a strong, bipartisan vote to pass this critical legislation."

"The Patient's Bill of Rights breaks the stranglehold insurance companies have had over our health care decisions and puts power into the hands of the American people, where it belongs."

"In the name of America's small business people, we will send to President Obama legislation that will unleash hundreds of billions of dollars in loans for America's small businesses, create half a million new jobs, and provide billions of dollars in tax relief."