Press Releases
Congresswoman Lee to Attend 40th Anniversary Celebration of the UC Berkeley's African-American Studies Department
For Immediate Release April 8, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham (510) 763-0370 OAKLAND - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) will attend the 40th Anniversary Reception and Cultural Celebration for the University of California, Berkeley's Department of African American Studies on Friday, April 9, 2010 at 7 p.m. The event to commemorate the founding of the department will be held at the Oakland African-American Museum and Library at 659 14th Street, Oakland, CA. Congresswoman Lee will … Continue Reading
April 08, 2010
Congresswoman Barbara Lee to Join the International Trade Administration and Economic Administration to Promote California Exports and Job Creation
For Immediate Release April 8, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham (510) 763-0370 OAKLAND - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) on Friday, April 9, 2010 will join Congressman Pete Stark (CA-13), officials from the Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration (ITA) and Economic Development Administration (EDA), along with regional business, government and labor leaders to discuss strategies to promote California exports and create jobs at the Manufacturing, Exports and Job Creation … Continue Reading
April 01, 2010
Barbara Lee Applauds Finalization of CAFE Standards
For Immediate Release April 1, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-9) applauded the finalized fuel economy standards released by the Obama Administration's to begin in model year 2012. By 2016 the fleet average will be 35.5 miles per gallon, which is four years earlier than the existing CAFE law requires. "I am proud to see standards pioneered by the State of California in 2004 reemerge after years of obstructionism … Continue Reading
March 30, 2010
Barbara Lee Attends Signing of Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act
For Immediate Release March 30, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released this statement following the signing of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act. "I was pleased to join my colleagues and President Obama for the signing of this historic investment in higher education that will expand educational opportunities for America's students and families nationwide. "The Health Care and Education Reconciliation … Continue Reading
March 26, 2010
Barbara Lee Joins Congressional Delegation to Haiti
For Immediate Release March 26, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington D.C. - Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) announced that she will join colleagues on a congressional delegation to Haiti today to examine recovery efforts following the devastating earthquake on January 12. This trip comes just a week before the Haiti Donors Conference, where the international community will gather to pledge their long term commitments towards the reconstruction of Haiti. "Now, more … Continue Reading
March 24, 2010
Barbara Lee Statement on The Disaster Relief and Summer Jobs Act
Washington D.C. - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA), delivered the following remarks today on the House floor of the House of Representatives in support of HR 4899 - Disaster Relief and Summer Jobs Act of 2010 : "Madam Speaker I rise in support of HR 4899, The Disaster Relief and Summer Jobs Act of 2010. "I want to especially thank Chairman Obey and Chairman Miller, for working with me and my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus to ensure that this legislation includes funding … Continue Reading
March 21, 2010
Barbara Lee to Support Health Care Reform Legislation
For Immediate Release March 19, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released this statement on her pending support for the upcoming health care reform legislation set to come before the House on Sunday. "This is a truly historic time in our country. We have never been this close to assuring quality, affordable health care for the American people. In the past two years, nearly 7 million Americans have lost their health … Continue Reading
March 21, 2010
Barbara Lee Releases Statement on Anniversary of Iraq War
For Immediate Release March 19, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) released the following statement on the seventh anniversary of the invasion of Iraq. "Seven years ago today, President George W. Bush launched our nation into one of the most disastrous, misguided, and dangerous military actions in our history - the initial invasion and proceeding occupation of Iraq. "As a co-founder of the Out of Iraq Caucus, my … Continue Reading
March 21, 2010
Barbara Lee Supports Historic Health Care Legislation
For Immediate Release March 21, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released this statement following her vote in support of the health care reform legislation. The legislation passed the House with a vote of "Tonight, my colleagues and I cast an historic vote to improve the health and wellness of millions of Americans who suffer because they are uninsured and under-insured and because of massive gaps in our nation's … Continue Reading
March 03, 2010
Barbara Lee Commemorates Women's History Month
For Immediate Release March 3, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement commemorating Women's History Month. "As we celebrate Women's History Month let us reflect on the generations of women who came before us and their many contributions that have brought us to this place in our history. Whether they were fighting for equal rights and equal pay in the workplace, marching for voting rights or … Continue Reading
March 02, 2010
Barbara Lee Tells Senate Republicans to "Stop the Madness"
For Immediate Release March 1, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA), released the following statement today in response to Senate Republican efforts to block emergency legislation to extend a range of programs including unemployment and COBRA benefits: "It is insensible that Senate Republicans - particularly Senator Jim Bunning of Kentucky - are working to deny critical benefits to millions of families who desperately need … Continue Reading
February 27, 2010
Barbara Lee Releases Statement on Earthquake in Chile
For Immediate Release February 27, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA), released the following statement today after learning of a major earthquake in Chile: "My thoughts and prayers go out to people of Chile and the Chilean-American community following this devastating earthquake. "I will continue to monitor the situation in Chile as well as the subsequent tsunami warnings and am committed to working with my colleagues … Continue Reading
February 25, 2010
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces Visit by Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke
For Immediate Release February 25, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham (510) 763-0370 Oakland - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) is pleased to announce that Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke will hold a White House Community Forum on Responsible Fatherhood and Economic Stability on Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center located at 388 Ninth Street, Oakland, CA. The forum will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. The forum is a key component of President Barack Obama's … Continue Reading
February 24, 2010
Barbara Lee Votes to Restore Competition, Fairness in Health Insurance Marketplace
For Immediate Release February 24, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee voted to ensure that American consumers get a real choice and a fair deal when purchasing health insurance. The Health Insurance Industry Fair Competition Act (H.R. 4626) will take away the anti-trust exemption for health insurance companies, requiring them to compete fairly and adhere to the same anti-trust laws as other companies. The measured passed the … Continue Reading
February 19, 2010
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Statement on Appointment of David Duong to the Board of the Vietnam Education Foundation
For Immediate Release February 18, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham 510-763-0370 Washington D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) applauded President Barack Obama on his appointment of David Duong to serve on the board of directors of the Vietnam Education Foundation. The Vietnam Education Foundation is an independent federal agency whose mission is to strengthen the U.S.-Vietnam bilateral relationship through educational exchanges in science and technology. The Congresswoman … Continue Reading
February 17, 2010
Port of Oakland to Receive Funding to Develop Marine Highway
For Immediate Release February 17, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham 510-763-0370 Announcement comes as the White House commemorates one-year anniversary of this historic funding Washington D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-Oakland) applauded the announcement by Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood that the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is awarding a total of $1.5 billion to states, tribal governments, cities, counties and transit agencies across the country to fund 51 … Continue Reading
February 16, 2010
Congresswoman Lee Receives Award for Work in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS
For Immediate Release February 16, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham (510) 763-0370 OAKLAND - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) on Monday, February 15, 2010 received an award from the Alameda County Commission on the Status of Women for her legislative efforts to combat HIV/AIDS both nationally and abroad. Congresswoman Lee was honored by the Alameda County Commission on the Status of Women and the Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA) during their Annual Black HIV/AIDS Awareness … Continue Reading
February 12, 2010
Congresswoman Lee's Statement on Lunar New Year
For Immediate Release February 12, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham (510) 763-0370 Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) released the following statement in commemoration of Lunar New Year, which begins Sunday, February 14, 2010: "Please join me as we celebrate one of the more joyous times for many Asian and Asian-American cultures - the Lunar New Year. Each year, Asian communities throughout the Ninth Congressional District gather to commemorate what has become a celebrated … Continue Reading
February 12, 2010
Spanish Speaking Unity Council to Receive DOL Grant
For Immediate Release February 12, 2010 Contact: Ricci Graham 510-763-0370 Grant award part of $1.6 billion in Stimulus Funding Congresswoman Lee has secured for the Ninth Congressional District Washington D.C. - Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) announced today that the Oakland-based Spanish Speaking Unity Council has been selected to receive $3.5 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The funding is being provided by the Health Care Sector and Other High … Continue Reading
February 08, 2010
Barbara Lee Releases Statement on Passing of Rep. John Murtha
For Immediate Release February 8, 2010 Contact: Nicole Y. Williams (202) 225-2661 Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman John Murtha of Pennsylvania. "The people of Pennsylvania and this entire country have lost a good and faithful servant today with the passing on Congressman John Murtha. "A veteran of the Vietnam War, Congressman Murtha served this country courageously and was a staunch advocate for … Continue Reading