Press Releases
Congresswoman Lee Highlights 48th Anniversary of Medicare
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Notes that The Affordable Care Act Has Improved Medicare, Including Providing Nearly $574 Million in Rx Drug Savings for Seniors in California Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee marked the 48th anniversary of the enactment of Medicare. President Lyndon Johnson signed Medicare into law on July 30, 1965. "Today, we celebrate the tremendous success of Medicare in providing seniors and people with disabilities … Continue Reading
July 25, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee on Recent Violence, Developments in South Sudan and Region
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 25, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Congresswoman Barbara Lee on Recent Violence, Developments in South Sudan and Region Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement on the recent violence in South Sudan and the Region: "I am alarmed by the deteriorating humanitarian and political situation in South Sudan. According to recent reports, the violence in Jonglei state has displaced an estimated 100,000 civilians … Continue Reading
July 24, 2013
Congresswoman Lee Responds to President Obama’s Speech on Rebuilding Cornerstones of Middle Class
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 24, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Congresswoman Lee Responds to President Obama's Speech on Rebuilding Cornerstones of Middle Class Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) released the following statement in response to President Obama's speech on the economy in Galesburg, Illinois: "Today, President Obama laid out a strong framework for his economic agenda to get our country further down the road to recovery. I was encouraged … Continue Reading
July 24, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Proposes Three Amendments to the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 24, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) submitted three amendments to the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Bill (SFOPS) for Fiscal Year 2014. Lee offered amendments ranging from replacing the sequester to restoring funding for the United Nations Population Fund and other related agencies. First, Congresswoman Lee offered an amendment that would replace the sequester by providing $99 … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Celebrates Mandela Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Congresswoman Barbara Lee Celebrates Mandela Day Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement as she marks Mandela Day: "Today, President Mandela's 95th birthday is not only an opportunity to celebrate his perseverance and leadership, but to honor his legacy by committing 67 minutes of service to our … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces $3 Million in Federal VA Grants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2013 Contact: Katherine Jolly (510) 763-0370 Oakland, CA - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced that three East Bay organizations will receive a total of $3,029,906 in federal grants from the U.S. Veterans Affairs' (VA) Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. Berkeley Food and Housing Project will receive a $1,007,000 for ROADS (Regional Outreach, Advocacy and Support) Home project. ROADS Home is a collaboration between the … Continue Reading
July 18, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Proposes Five Amendments to the Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Yesterday, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) proposed five amendments to the Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) Appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2014. The bill funds the Department of Commerce, the Department of Justice, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and other related agencies. Rep. Lee offered amendments ranging from grants to hire … Continue Reading
July 17, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Highlights that Hundreds of Thousands of People in California's 13th District Are Already Benefiting from Affordable Care Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2013 Contact: Katherine Jolly (510) 763-0370 Oakland, Calif. - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced that a new analysis shows that hundreds of thousands of people in California's 13th district are already benefiting from the Affordable Care Act. This analysis is being released as House Republicans are preparing to take their 38th vote to undermine, repeal, … Continue Reading
July 17, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Releases Report on Presidential Utilization of 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released a report from the Congressional Research Service (CRS) surrounding the presidential utilization to undertake military and other actions under the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), which was enacted in response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. "As the only Member of Congress to vote against the AUMF on September … Continue Reading
July 16, 2013
Reps. Lee, Ros-Lehtinen, and McDermott Re-Launch Bicameral, Bipartisan Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (Lee) (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-13), Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL-27), and Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA-7) joined together to re-launch the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus for the 113th Congress. The Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus is a bipartisan and bicameral Congressional Member Organization dedicated to serving as a source for information on developments related to … Continue Reading
July 16, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces $2M Federal Grant for Energy Efficient Buildings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2013 Contact: Katherine Jolly (510) 763-0370 Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces $2M Federal Grant for Energy Efficient Buildings Oakland, CA - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced that Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will receive a $2 million grant award from the U.S. Department of Energy. The grant is part of that agency's efforts to help small buildings save energy, save money, and reduce carbon emissions. "I am very pleased … Continue Reading
July 14, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Releases Statement on Trayvon Martin Verdict
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202 ) 225-4783 Oakland, CA--Congresswoman Barbara Lee issued the following statement regarding the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the 2012 murder of Trayvon Martin: "I join our nation as we continue to grieve the loss of Trayvon Martin. Trayvon's family, friends, and loved ones remain in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. "I encourage all who share in our nation's outrage to continue to embrace the … Continue Reading
July 14, 2013
Congresswoman Lee Announces $1.2 Million in Funding Through Affordable Care Act to Enroll Californians in Health Care Coverage
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15, 2013 Contact: Katherine Jolly (510) 763-0370 Oakland, CA--Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee announced over $1.2 million in federal funding for six East Bay community health centers to assist in the enrollment of uninsured Californians into affordable health coverage. The funding was made available through grants from the Health and Resources Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services. The HRSA grants provide … Continue Reading
July 12, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Receives Planned Parenthood’s Champion for Women’s Health Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- The following is a speech delivered by Congresswoman Barbara Lee upon receiving Planned Parenthood's 2013 Champion for Women's Health Award: "Good evening everyone! Thank you Liz Figueroa for that kind introduction! "Liz and I have been friends for many years. We served in the California legislature together, and I know she has been constant in her fight for women's rights, especially … Continue Reading
June 28, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Introduces JUSTICE Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced the Justice for the Unprotected against Sexually Transmitted Infections among the Confined and Exposed (JUSTICE) Act to address the spread of sexually transmitted infections in the federal prison system. The legislation expands access to STI prevention methods, testing, treatment, and counseling for incarcerated persons. "This week, we marked … Continue Reading
June 27, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Introduces Victims of Agent Orange Relief Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced the Victims of Agent Orange Relief Act of 2013, which would address the ongoing challenges faced by the victims of Agent Orange, four decades after the toxic defoliants were heavily used during the Vietnam War. "Generations of Vietnamese and Vietnamese Americans continue to suffer from the tragic effects of the Agent Orange defoliants," said … Continue Reading
June 26, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Hails Supreme Court Decisions on Marriage Equality
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Congresswoman Barbara Lee, a founding member and vice chair of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, released the following statement today as the Supreme Court handed down their rulings in the case of United States v. Windsor, a challenge to the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), and Hollingsworth v. Perry, a challenge to California's Proposition 8: "This is an amazing day … Continue Reading
June 25, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Responds to Voting Rights Act Ruling
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement as the court handed down their opinion on Section V of the Voting Rights Act in Shelby County v. Holder: "Today's Supreme Court decision is a serious blow to one of our most fundamental rights: the right to vote. "We have seen time and again that discrimination is still alive today and that it remains a very real threat to millions … Continue Reading
June 25, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Applauds President Obama on Climate Action Plan, Calls for Congressional Action
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2013 Contact: Carrie Adams (202) 225-2661 Washington, D.C.- Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) released the following statement in response to President Obama's Climate Action Plan which he outlined at Georgetown University. The President's Climate Action Plan takes critical steps to address carbon pollution and climate change. It makes a commitment to cut carbon pollution in America, prepare the country for the impacts of climate change, and make the … Continue Reading
June 25, 2013
Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces 900K Youth Re-entry Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2013 Contact: Katherine Jolly (510) 763-0370 Congresswoman Barbara Lee Announces 900K Youth Re-entry Grant Oakland, CA - Today, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) announced a $895,950 federal Face Forward-Serving Juvenile Offenders grant through the U.S. Department of Labor to Safe Passages, an Oakland community organization. These funds will be used for Safe Passages' Elev8 Law and Social Justice Career Pathway Project which aims to improve employment … Continue Reading