Congressman Doug Lamalfa
Recent News About Congressman Doug Lamalfa
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Congressman nominates 11 North State residents to US Service Academies
Congressman Doug LaMalfa has nominated 11 residents from the North State as candidates for the United States Service Academies.
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LaMalfa criticizes Biden's offshore oil ban plan
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a Republican from Richvale, issued a statement in response to President Biden's executive order that permanently bans new offshore oil and gas development in certain U.S. coastal waters.
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Rep. LaMalfa criticizes new national monument designation in California
Congressman Doug LaMalfa has voiced his concerns following President Biden's recent designation of two new national monuments in California.
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Doug LaMalfa begins seventh term focusing on rural support and energy affordability
Rep. Doug LaMalfa was sworn in for his seventh term as a U.S. House Representative, serving California's 1st Congressional District.
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Rep. LaMalfa introduces TORCH Act for improved forest management
Rep. Doug LaMalfa has introduced the Targeted Operations to Remove Catastrophic Hazards (TORCH) Act, a legislative proposal focused on reducing wildfire risks and improving forest health in the United States.
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American Relief Act passed: Support extended for agriculture and healthcare sectors
Today, Congress passed the American Relief Act, H.R. 10545, to ensure continued government operations until March 14, 2025.
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California receives EPA approval to phase out gas cars
Congressman Doug LaMalfa has expressed his disapproval following the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision to approve two waivers under the Clean Air Act.
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Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act signed into law by President Biden
Today, President Biden signed into law the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, known as H.R. 5863.
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Senate passes bill exempting wildfire relief payments from federal income taxes
The U.S. Senate has passed H.R. 5863, the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, which includes a significant provision from Congressman Doug LaMalfa's bill, H.R. 4970, known as the Protect Innocent Victims of Taxation After Fire Act.
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LaMalfa named chairman of Congressional Western Caucus
Yesterday, Representative Doug LaMalfa was elected as Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus for the 119th Congress.
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Doug LaMalfa elected chairman of Congressional Western Caucus
Today, the Congressional Western Caucus Executive Committee elected Doug LaMalfa as its Chairman for the 119th Congress.
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Lawmakers propose act for enhancing Pacific Flyway habitats
Congressmen Doug LaMalfa and Mike Thompson have introduced the Pacific Flyway Habitat Enhancement Act, a bill aimed at addressing wetland habitat concerns. The proposed legislation would allow the Secretary of Agriculture to enroll more agricultural lands in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, provided it is necessary for wetland habitat issues. It also encourages farmers to manage their croplands to support species dependent on wetlands by allowing seasonal flooding.
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House passes bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act aimed at wildfire prevention
This week, the House passed H.R. 8790, known as the Fix Our Forests Act. The legislation aims to improve forest management and reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfires through enhanced cooperation among federal, state, and tribal land managers while bolstering local restoration efforts.
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California lawmakers seek major disaster declaration for Park and Borel Fires
Congressman LaMalfa, Senator Padilla, and Congressman Fong have jointly requested a major presidential disaster declaration for the Park and Borel Fires in California. This follows Governor Newsom's formal request to President Biden for federal aid.
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Grants awarded for disaster recovery projects in California's First District
Rep. LaMalfa Announces Grant Awards for Disaster Recovery and Preparedness in District 1
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House Republicans advance bills targeting Chinese influence across multiple sectors
This week, House Republicans advanced a series of bills aimed at safeguarding America's economy, infrastructure, agriculture, and national security from increasing Chinese Communist Party (CCP) interference.
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LaMalfa calls for accountability after Secret Service Director resigns
Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) issued a statement following the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. Calls for Cheatle’s resignation have been persistent since the attempt on Former President Trump’s life in Butler, PA on July 13th. Decisions made by the US Secret Service under Cheatle's direction enabled a shooter to target and injure President Trump. Multiple reports of a threat were made prior to his appearance, and the shooter had been identified as a person of interest more than an hour before shots were fired.
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LaMalfa responds to Netanyahu's joint address before Congress
Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) released a statement on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to a joint meeting of Congress.
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House passes bill mandating proof of citizenship for federal elections
Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) issued a statement following the House's passage of H.R. 8281, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.