After a constituent lost retirement savings in a scam, I helped them work with the IRS to reduce their tax burden. The forms were accepted, and they now have peace of mind. I will continue my fight to make government work for those who need it most.

Reminder for CA-19 middle and high school coders, there’s still time to enter the 2025 Congressional App Challenge. Build an app for web, mobile, or desktop and submit by Oct 30 at 12:00 PM ET. Winners may be displayed at the U.S. Capitol!

The hepatitis B vaccine has saved countless lives. Yet this Admin is putting ideology over science by questioning proven protections for newborns. I’ll continue to stand with doctors, scientists & parents who know vaccines are essential to disease prevention. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

At my 22nd town hall, we talked about what matters most: protecting access to care, funding cancer research, and following science. I’ll keep working to ensure vaccine recommendations are based on evidence, not politics, and to protect Medi-Cal patients.

Speaker Johnson did not negotiate whatsoever to try to make the Continuing Resolution for the budget bipartisan. Instead, the Majority wants to stick with the same budget that cuts health care for working families so that billionaires can get a tax break. A budget that adds trillions to the debt.

The FCC’s political interference and pressure on networks is a direct attack on the First Amendment. That chilling effect on free speech is unacceptable. An investigation in the Oversight Committee is needed into this abuse of power. thehill.com/homenews/hou...

When a constituent couldn’t get any answers about her federal health insurance, she called my office. I worked with OPM to resolve the issue, helping her recover $2,496 in premium reimbursements and increase her monthly annuity.

Honored to join @CureSMA to recognize their work empowering families and advocating for those living with spinal muscular atrophy. I will keep pushing for all Disabled Adult Children to ensure their benefits if they get married. They shouldn’t have to choose between benefits and love.

Cutting millions in grants for Hispanic-serving institutions harmful to our local colleges and students who will feel the impact. I’ll keep fighting to restore this support for our students. www.ksbw.com/article/cali...

My parents fled an authoritarian regime—I know that attacking free speech is part 1 of the playbook. I led over half the caucus and @wgawest.bsky.social in a resolution condemning the firing of Jimmy Kimmel, this blatant attack on free speech and opposing authoritarian government censorship.

I appreciated the chance to join nonprofit leaders to talk about policies that fuel philanthropy, from food banks to scholarships to the arts. Grateful for the work being done to make giving more accessible and impactful for our communities.

When the federal government turns its back on science, states must step up. I support California and the West Coast alliance for keeping COVID vaccines accessible, guided by doctors and data, not politics. Public health should always put people first. www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...

The Administration is pushing state legislatures to gerrymander their congressional districts. That is why I’m fighting for the Redistricting Reform Act to end partisan gerrymandering.

Freedom of speech and the press are a cornerstone of our democracy. The Administration continues to try to suppress those rights, and the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel shows how it is trying to chill protected speech. I’ll continue to stand up for the First Amendment. www.cnn.com/2025/09/17/m...

Thank you to everyone who joined tonight’s town hall, my 22nd this year. We talked about the threats to public health, what’s at stake for our families and communities, and how we can continue to stand up for science and for each other.

Starting NOW: My telephone town hall on this Administration’s policies on vaccines, science, and public health. 📞 Call in: 833-380-0413 💻 Watch live: panetta.house.gov/live

This Admin’s immigration sweeps are targeting law-abiding residents who have built lives, raised families, and contributed to our communities. The arrest of Narciso, a father of three Marines, is not an isolated case. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/17/u...

I joined my bipartisan cochairs of the Ag Trade Caucus to highlight why Congress must take back its constitutional trade authorities. Farmers & ranchers deserve real agreements and stronger, more robust markets. Congress must step up and deliver for our producers and keep American agriculture strong

In just a few hours, I’ll be hosting another telephone town hall on Sec. RFK Jr. and his views on science and public health. 📞 Call in at 5:30 PM: 833-380-0413 💻 Stream: panetta.house.gov/live

Families are already feeling the squeeze of higher costs. Now this Admin and Majority have cut health care and put millions at risk of losing coverage. I will keep fighting to restore ACA subsidies and lower costs so every American can access affordable care. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Today, I joined @padilla.senate.gov, @schiff.senate.gov, and my House colleagues to re-introduce my Redistricting Reform Act. It’s time to put an end to Trump’s gerrymandering war and establish independent redistricting nationwide.

On the House floor, I fought against a rule that gives up Congress’s constitutional authority over trade. Article I of the Constitution makes clear that Congress, not the President, has the power over foreign commerce.

I met with agricultural leaders to discuss priorities on animal health, labor, and trade. Their perspective helps guide my work in Congress to strengthen American agriculture and support the farmers and producers who feed our nation.

Tonight at 5:30 PM, I’ll be joined by public health experts for a town hall on vaccines, science, and community health under Sec. RFK Jr.. Join us: 📞 833-380-0413 💻 panetta.house.gov/live

A constituent came to my office deeply worried about his immigration status. I connected him with resources and made sure that his issues were solved. Having grown up here from a family that immigrated here, I have always fought for those willing to come here, play by the rules, and work hard.

Tomorrow at 5:30 PM, I’m hosting another town hall with key experts on this Administration’s public health policies under Sec. RFK Jr. and the effect on the health of Americans. 📞 Call in: 833-380-0413 💻 Listen online: panetta.house.gov/live

As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, I’m proud to celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of our Latino communities. Their stories shape our nation and strengthen California’s 19th Congressional District and our country. I look forward to honoring that legacy.

The Administration’s cuts to Medicaid are forcing states into a chaotic competition just to keep rural hospitals open. That’s wrong. Patients deserve stable, fair support they can count on, and that’s what I’m fighting for. www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

Honored to meet with Gold Star families ahead of Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. Their courage and sacrifice remind us of the true cost of service. I’m committed to ensuring survivor families receive the support and benefits they have earned.

Larry deGhetaldi dedicated his life to making health care more accessible for our community. His leadership, advocacy, and kindness left a lasting mark on CA-19 and beyond. We are grateful for his service and example, and my thoughts are with his loved ones www.santacruzsentinel.com/2025/09/14/l...

While deployed, a U.S. Army officer missed thousands in TSP contributions. I worked with DFAS to recover over $18,000 in missed and misapplied funds. Soldiers shouldn’t have to battle bureaucracy while serving our country, and I’m proud to step in when they do.

The Administration is once again attacking workers and trying to strip protections. Good to work with Senator Warren & Rep. Sherman on legislation to support workers. goldrushcam.com/sierrasuntim...

Always grateful to meet with veterans from CA-19. Their advocacy is for our responsibility to ensure those who served receive the benefits, care, and opportunities they’ve earned. We must honor that commitment every day.

Monarchs are iconic to CA-19 and essential to our ecosystems, but their survival depends on us. I’m proud to author and continue to lead legislation to invest in habitat restoration, protect overwintering sites, and strengthen pollinator conservation across our nation.

Rolling back the Public Lands Rule threatens the conservation of our shared spaces. BLM lands safeguard wildlife, water, and communities. www.sfchronicle.com/politics/art...

One of my constituents reached out for help with their 2024 tax refund. I worked with the IRS and was able to get their $2,480 refund processed in less than two months. I’ll always work to ensure my constituents get the support they’ve earned.

Families are already struggling with the high cost of health care, and the Administration’s proposed drug tariffs would drive premiums even higher. We should be lowering costs, protecting coverage, and building a system where every American can afford care. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

Local service orgs make our communities stronger, yet their impact too often goes unrecognized. Our bipartisan resolution establishing Celebrate Community Week honors their service, uplifts their example, and reminds us of the importance of civic responsibility. thompson.house.gov/media-center...

Had a great discussion with biofuel leaders about the future of clean energy. By expanding access to homegrown fuels and advancing innovative solutions, we can support our producers, strengthen our economy, and build a more sustainable future for our nation.

Led my @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social colleagues in demanding the IRS stop sharing taxpayer data with ICE. Using sensitive information to target immigrants undermines taxpayers’ trust and diverts the agency from its core mission of fairly collecting revenue.

Housing costs are squeezing families across the country, from record mortgage payments to rents rising faster than inflation. The Census Bureau’s new data makes clear what so many working families in CA-19 already know: the cost of housing is out of control. www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

When a constituent’s work permit was stuck in limbo, I stepped in to help get it expedited. With our support, USCIS processed her case and lifted the uncertainty. I’ll keep fighting for timely solutions for our immigrant communities.

Speaker Mike Johnson continues to placate the President by abdicating the power of Congress under Article One of the Constitution. Our democracy depends on checks and balances. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/07/u...

The opening of Cotoni-Coast Dairies is a victory for our community. Thanks to years of work by local leaders and advocates, we now have new trails, restored lands, and a shared legacy to protect. Proud to celebrate, and to keep building on this win for our home. lookout.co/cotoni-coast...

Great to meet with Canadian leaders on Capitol Hill. As we approach the USMCA review, Congress must play its role in shaping trade policy that strengthens our North American partnership, grows good-paying jobs, and pushes back on tariffs that undermine our shared prosperity.

Cutting off Hispanic-Serving Institution funding pulls the rug out from under students who depend on these programs for opportunity. With 171 HSIs in California, this decision harms our colleges and our future. www.sfchronicle.com/california/a...

Met with California farmers to talk about the future of ag in California, making sure small farmers have a seat at the table, tackling sustainable water use, and standing with our dairy producers. I’ll keep working to ensure federal policy reflects the realities on the ground.

California is taking the right step by requiring law enforcement officers, including federal agents, to identify themselves during operations. I support legislation in Congress to ensure accountability and transparency across the nation so all families can feel safe. www.latimes.com/california/s...

Today, we remember the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on September 11, 2001. We honor the first responders, service members, and everyday Americans whose courage carried us through those tragic times. We stand with the families who still carry unimaginable grief and loss.

After months of silence from the IRS about her 2024 refund, a constituent contacted my office for help. I worked to cut through the red tape, and she got her full refund directly deposited. I’m always ready and willing to get the federal bureaucracy moving and working for you.