WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have selflessly answered our nation’s call to serve. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have stood on the front lines of freedom—from the beaches of Normandy to the mountains of Afghanistan, and everywhere in between. They fought for our values, our liberties, and our way ... Read More »
ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA – Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) gathered veteran advocacy leaders from across the district to address the urgent challenges our veteran community faces daily. Leaders from veteran service organizations joined Rep. Garcia and Jon Clark, Staff Director for the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, at City of Hope for a roundtable on the issues impacting those who’ve sacrific... Read More »
LANCASTER, CA – Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) held a Veterans Town Hall at the Antelope Valley Community Resource Center, where he connected with veterans, advocates, and local leaders to address urgent issues affecting veterans in CA-27. Joined by Jon Clark, Staff Director for the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Rep. Garcia provided crucial updates on recent legislative wins, new resources... Read More »
SANTA CLARITA, CA—Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) recently assisted the Dodson family in recovering the long-lost military medals of First Lieutenant Lee Dodson, a WWII B-17 pilot who made the ultimate sacrifice during a nighttime raid over Germany on September 13, 1944. Dodson, serving in the 384th Bombardment Group, held his damaged plane steady long enough for his crew to bail out before cra... Read More »
SANTA CLARITA, CA– Today, Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) and Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo (D-AD-40) led a bipartisan letter of state representatives petitioning Governor Newsom for a State of Emergency declaration at Chiquita Canyon. The letter, signed by 15 state legislators, outlines the urgent need for this declaration to protect the health and safety of residents living near the landfill. “... Read More »
SANTA CLARITA, CA– In response to an increase in constituent outreach on the issue of a national abortion ban, Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) issued the following statement: “I want to be absolutely clear: I do not and will not support a national abortion ban,” said Rep. Garcia. “After the Dobbs decision in 2022 – which reaffirmed the authority of states to make their own abortion laws – Calif... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) introduced the Chiquita Canyon Tax Relief Act, a critical piece of legislation aimed at protecting residents of Val Verde, Castaic, and Valencia from being unfairly taxed on the financial assistance and compensation they receive due to the ongoing Chiquita Canyon landfill crisis. This bill ensures that current and future payments will not be co... Read More »
SANTA CLARITA, CA —Rep. Mike Garcia (CA-27) hosted Service Academy Night at the College of the Canyons University Center, where over 200 students and family members filled the room to learn more about the nomination process for the U.S. military service academies. The event was an opportunity for those interested in serving to hear firsthand what it takes to join the ranks as one of our nation’s f... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) was honored with the prestigious 38th Annual George “Buck” Gillispie Congressional Award by the Blinded American Veterans Foundation (BAVF) for his continued leadership and steadfast support of America’s veterans. “I am humbled to receive this award and to stand among such remarkable heroes,” said Rep. Garcia. “The Blinded American Veterans may h... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rep. Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) bipartisan ACERO Act passed the House today, included as part of H.R. 8958, the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024. The ACERO Act, a key component of this legislation, not only strengthens wildfire response capabilities but also supports the Antelope Valley's aerospace economy, a critical sector for national security and American space leadership. “You can... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) ANCHOR Act, H.R. 7630, a bipartisan bill co-led by Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI-11), passed the House unanimously. This critical legislation facilitates much-needed cybersecurity and telecommunications upgrades for the 17 oceanographic vessels in the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, including three based in California. “These ships are vital to our natio... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, Rep. Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) legislation, H.R. 9468, the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024, was officially signed into law, securing critical benefits for 7 million veterans. This legislation addresses the $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), ensuring that veterans' benefits payments... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act, co-led by Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50), passed the U.S. House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support. This crucial legislation strengthens Medicare and Medicaid by preventing fraudsters from exploiting deceased providers' National Provider Identifiers (NPIs) to bill these programs fraudulentl... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mike Garcia’s Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024 passed the House unanimously, fixing a $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Without immediate action by September 20, this shortfall would have prevented the VA from processing benefits payments scheduled for October 1st, putting... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mike Garcia (CA-27) introduced the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024. This critical legislation fully funds the VA’s request for supplemental funding, addressing a $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Without immediate action, the benefits of over 7 million veterans will be di... Read More »
