What Mike Thompson said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today alongside the Kiwanis Club of Napa to honor James ``Jim'' Jones on Jim Jones Appreciation Day in recognition of his years of dedicated community service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the town of Arbuckle, California, on the sesquicentennial anniversary of its founding, and to recognize its rich history and community spirit.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jim Lindley in recognition of his retirement after 28 years of public service, including service to our community as the City Manager of Dixon, California.”

“Mr. Speaker. I rise today to honor the Davis Farmers Market, a leader in local agriculture, sustainability, and community engagement, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. The Davis Farmers Market was founded in 1976 by University of California graduates Ann Evans, Martin Barnes, Annie Main, and Henry Esbenshade.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 1181, a bill which makes it harder to catch criminals and makes our communities less safe.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Bernardo ``Bernie'' Narvaez, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Community Service.”

“Mr. Narvaez's advocacy for the Latino community is deeply rooted in his heritage. Mr. Narvaez served an active role in launching the Napa County Hispanic Foundation to support young Latino leaders through training and mentorship.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sylvina Frausto, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Community Service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Community Projects, Inc., a local thrift store and non-profit organization, on its 85th anniversary of dedicated service to our Napa community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Grace Cheung-Schulman, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dirk Slooten whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Community Service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Israel ``Joe'' Guzman, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream Award for California's 4th Congressional District. This award recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Community Service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Carroll L. Estes, Professor Emerita of Sociology at the University of California, San Francisco, whose lifetime of scholarship, advocacy, and service has profoundly shaped aging policy and social welfare in the United States.”

“Dr. Estes founded the Institute for Health & Aging at UCSF and served as Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the School of Nursing.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Chief Tim Mattos as he retires after an impressive career in law enforcement and public service and to recognize his many contributions to our community.”

“Mr. Chair, I thank the gentleman for yielding me time. Mr. Chair, I rise in support of the amendments en bloc and specifically on the amendment introduced by me, Representative Valadao, and Representative Costa.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Deputy Chief Aaron Johnson, in recognition of his twenty-nine years of extraordinary service for our Rohnert Park law enforcement community. Deputy Chief Aaron Johnson was born in San Mateo, California and grew up in Forestville.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor James ``Jim'' Regusci. Mr. Regusci is being celebrated as our 2026 Napa Valley Grower of the Year for his contributions to our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the contributions of Munselle Vineyards and the Munselle family on their 150th anniversary of farming in Sonoma County, California. Since 1876, the Munselle family has farmed the Alexander Valley in North Sonoma County, California.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Oscar Robles for his contributions to the Community Health Initiative and to our community. For the last nine years, Oscar has served on the Community Health Initiative (CHI) board.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the contributions of the Rotary Club of Woodland, and to recognize their one hundred years of service to the Woodland community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Luis Santana, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2026 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Lake County in recognition of his leadership in strengthening our community's commitment to a sustainable future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Ruihong Zhang, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2026 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Yolo County, in recognition of her leadership in strengthening our community's commitment to a sustainable future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sean McNamara, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2026 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Solano County in recognition of his leadership in strengthening our community's commitment to a sustainable future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Christina Benz, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2026 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Napa County, in recognition of her leadership in strengthening our community's commitment to a sustainable future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Richard Dale, whom I have named California's 4th Congressional District's 2026 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Sonoma County, in recognition of his leadership in strengthening our community's commitment to a sustainable future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I have no further speakers. I am prepared to close, and I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, if we are serious about strengthening Social Security, we can't stop at incremental fixes.”

“We worked very closely on this. We have a genuine concern that we get this right, so the American people understand that we are not overlooking what is taking place.”

“Against Fraud, the National Taxpayers Union, and other organizations who have spoken out in support of this bill. A strong whistleblower program is essential to a credible tax system, one that rewards honesty, deters misconduct, and holds bad actors accountable.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Chief Chris Hartley, in recognition of his more than twenty-seven years of extraordinary service for our Napa Valley and California law enforcement communities.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor ParentsCAN Family Center for its twenty years of service to children with disabilities in Napa County and to recognize the work it has done as the sole Family Resource Center of Napa Valley.”

“Mr. Speaker, I just want to point out that in my friend Mr. Kelly's district, 27,000 of his constituents will face nutrition cuts, 24,000 will lose their health insurance, and 795 jobs will be lost due to canceling clean energy tax credits that were in that big, ugly H.R. 1.”

“Mr. Speaker, I just want to point out to the gentleman from Nebraska that 9,000 of his constituents will face nutrition cuts because of this bill. Mr. Speaker, 19,000 will lose their health insurance, and 3,098 jobs will be lost due to the cancellation of the clean energy tax credits.”

“Mr. Speaker, I just want to point out to the gentleman from Arizona that 10,000 of his constituents will face nutrition cuts and 26,000 will lose their healthcare.”

“Mr. Speaker, I just want to point out for the gentleman from Pennsylvania that 15,000 people in his district will face nutrition cuts because of this bill, 18,000 will lose their healthcare, and his constituents are going to be on the hook for part of that $4.2 trillion that this bill added to the national debt.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and contributions of Robert ``Bob'' Mulholland to our community. Bob Mulholland was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in December 1946.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Steve Sando, a local agricultural leader, on the 25th anniversary of his company, Rancho Gordo. Mr. Sando began his journey in the San Francisco Bay Area.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and contributions of Robert ``Bob'' Steinhauer in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to Napa Valley viticulture and our greater wine community.”

“Bob is survived by his wife of 57 years, Verna Grimm Steinhauer, his children, Erik John Steinhauer (Audrey) and Anne Christine Steinhauer: his granddaughter, Parker Gayle Steinhauer; and his cousin, Leonard Hoskins.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Maricarmen Reyes Larios. I have named Ms. Reyes Larios as the California 4th Congressional District's Woman of the Year for Sonoma County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Leslie Lew. I have named Ms. Lew as the California 4th Congressional District's Woman of the Year for Napa County. This honor recognizes women who have made important contributions to California's 4th Congressional District in Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, or Community Services.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Marisa Alcorta. I have named Mrs. Alcorta as the California 4th Congressional District's Woman of the Year for Yolo County. This honor recognizes women who have made important contributions to California's 4th Congressional District in Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, or Community Services.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Voris Brumfield Reed. I have named Mrs. Brumfield Reed as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Lake County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the City of St. Helena on the sesquicentennial anniversary of its official establishment as a municipality, and to recognize its rich history, community spirit, and enduring role as the heart of the Napa Valley.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Gary Edwards, the City of Sonoma's 2026 Honorary Alcalde, honoring more than two decades of service and leadership in support of the Sonoma community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Pence Gallery for their 50 years of dedicated service to the arts and commitment to fostering creativity in our Davis community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Margi Stern. I have named Mrs. Stern as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Solano County. This honor recognizes women who have made important contributions to California's 4th Congressional District in Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, or Community Service.”

“The Brain Awareness Campaign is a worldwide celebration of the brain that brings together scientists, families, schools, and communities. Brain Awareness Week is the culmination of these efforts and is celebrated throughout the United States and in many parts of the world.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Lawrence Arthur Nadeau upon his retirement from an exemplary career in the North Bay restaurant community. Mr. Nadeau was born in Hanford, Connecticut.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Micheal A. Passaglia, a new California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame Inductee, who is being recognized for his lifelong commitment to the preservation of waterfowl and their habitats throughout California.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Frederic ``Fritz'' A. Reid, a new California Waterfowlers Hall of Fame Inductee, who is being recognized for more than 45 years of extraordinary contributions to the preservation of waterfowl and their habitats.”

“Mr. Speaker, yield myself such time as I may consume. I thank Mr. Stauber for his time in public safety. I thank him for being a cop. We all owe a deep gratitude to those in uniform who keep us safe.”

“Also, on the issue of domestic abusers, the idea that this body would make it easier for domestic abusers to get new technology in tasers is just beyond explanation.”

“February 9, 2026. Speaker Mike Johnson, House of Representatives. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, House of Representatives. To Speaker Johnson and Leader Jeffries: In 2014, a Washington, DC resident (name withheld to protect the victim's privacy) abused his wife with a TASER, repeatedly shocking her in the face and head.”

“Mr. Speaker, for folks who make the argument that people are afraid, they want to have the newest taser technology to keep themselves safe in the civilian space, I understand that.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition to this legislation that prioritizes a partisan agenda over the health, privacy, and autonomy of women.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jennifer A. Goedke, who is retiring from Congress after 25 years of public service. Jennifer comes from a hard-working family in Illinois, Her father, Richard A.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Fire Chief Kristian Concepcion, as he retires after 35 years of dedicated commitment to the fire service, including 10 years leading our Vacaville Fire Department.”

“I thank the gentleman for yielding and I thank him especially for holding this Special Order hour for someone who we are all going to miss. He was a really great guy.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to share a few words about my dear friend, Congressman Doug LaMalfa. Doug was a husband, a father, and a fourth-generation rice farmer.”

“Mr. Speaker, House Democrats have fought for months to save Americans' healthcare. That led to four Republicans working with us to bring this bill to the floor today.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor TLC Child and Family Services as it celebrates 50 years of service to vulnerable youth and families in our Sonoma County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Yolo County Housing Authority, as the organization celebrates 75 years of dedicated service, delivering safe, affordable housing to our community members.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, Congressman Dan Newhouse, to honor Mr. Robert ``Bobby'' P. Koch, as he retires after 33 years of dedicated service and commitment to Wine Institute and our American wine community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Phil Murphy for his more than four decades of dedicated service to the Native Sons of the Golden West Parlor 53 and to our St.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise to call for a vote immediately to save America's healthcare. Across our country, American families are being squeezed by high grocery prices, high utility bills, and soaring costs for holiday gifts.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Roberto Juarez, an esteemed member of our community whose dedication to excellence in viticulture, leadership, lifelong learning, and service embodies the very best of our Napa Valley agricultural community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Marianna Dewitt Hawkins for her more than 35 years of dedicated service to the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sean Maher for his more than 25 years of service to the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Nimbus Arts as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2005 by Jamie Graff and Dana Johnson, Nimbus Arts has become an intrinsic part of our community, providing art education and fostering creative expression throughout our Napa Valley.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Robert Torres for his more than 25 years of service to the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Rio Vista American Legion Post 178 as it celebrates the 100th anniversary of its charter and a century of service to our veterans and our Rio Vista community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Judy Ahmann, who has been named the 2025 Member of the Year by the Napa County Farm Bureau. Judy is being recognized for her decades of advocacy for agriculture and her enduring commitment to the Farm Bureau and our Napa County's agricultural community.”

“Judy remains deeply involved in ranching alongside her daughters and their families, who now operate Running Deer Ranch. Despite the devastation caused by wildfires in 2018 and 2020, the Ahmann family has continued to rebuild, demonstrating resilience and an unwavering commitment to sustainable ranching and responsible land management.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Lower Putah Creek Coordinating Committee, an outstanding organization in our community. Their 25 years of dedicated service and commitment to restoring Putah Creek demonstrate why they deserve recognition today.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Linda Neal, who has been named the 2025 Agriculturist of the Year by the Napa County Farm Bureau. Ms. Neal is being recognized for her decades of dedicated service and lasting contributions to Napa Valley's agricultural community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Grace Episcopal Church for the organization's 150 years of dedicated service and commitment to the people of our community. Grace Episcopal Church was founded in 1875 in St.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise with Congressman John Garamendi to recognize Solano County Sheriff-Coroner Thomas A. Ferrara as he retires from law enforcement after 40 years with the Solano County Sheriff's Office and more than 45 years in law enforcement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor E Center, an esteemed organization in our community. Their more than 50 years of dedicated service to our Northern California region and unwavering commitment to fighting poverty and building healthy communities demonstrate why they deserve recognition today.”

“Seasonal Head Start, Migrant Early Head Start, CalAIM Enhanced Care Management, CalAIM Community Support and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). E Center's Head Start programs provide early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parental involvement services at no cost to participating families.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Phil Coturri as he celebrates his 60th harvest in Sonoma Valley. Over six decades, Mr. Coturri has become a pioneer in organic viticulture and a leading voice in sustainable winegrowing, leaving a lasting impact on California's agricultural and environmental landscape.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise along with my colleague Congressman Jared Huffman, to honor Calpine Corporation (Calpine) as The Geysers, located in our Lake and Sonoma Counties, celebrates 65 years of commercial geothermal operations.”

“Senior Center's Meals on Wheels program. Calpine also sponsors numerous community events, including Windsor's Concerts in the Park, the Cobb Area Council's Cobbler Festival, and the Rotary Club of Cloverdale's Asti Tour de Vine.”

“Mr. Speaker I rise today, along with my colleague, Mr. Huffman, to honor Dr. Lynn Cominsky, an esteemed member of the Sonoma County educational community. After 39 years of service to Sonoma State University, Dr.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor California Waterfowl as it celebrates 80 years of dedicated conservation service. This organization's decades long work protecting California's waterfowl and wetland resources has made it the largest state-based waterfowl group in the United States and a vital force for environmental stewardship in our state and district.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Rowland Freedom Center as it opens its new exhibit commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. This exhibit honors generations of marines who have served our Nation with distinction and upholds the Center's mission to preserve military history and inspire civic understanding.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind as it celebrates 75 years of service to our community. For generations, this organization has provided blind, low vision, and deafblind individuals with opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment designed specifically for their needs.”

“Founded in 1950 by Rose Resnick, who was blind herself, and Nina Brandt, Enchanted Hills Camp was established to fill a critical gap. At that time, no recreational facility on the West Coast offered blind children a place to explore, build confidence, and experience the joys of summer camp.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor La Luz Center, which is celebrating 40 years of supporting the Latino community of Sonoma Valley. This non-profit organization has provided a variety of essential services from community engagement, family support, youth education, professional development and more to our Sonoma Valley's most vulnerable families.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today, along with my colleague, Mr. Garamendi, to honor Lisette Estrella-Henderson as she retires after 40 years of dedicated service to public education in our district.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Barbara Nemko, Ph.D., on the occasion of her retirement after 28 years as Napa County Superintendent of Schools and a lifetime of service to education.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 35th anniversary of Women For WineSense's Napa-Sonoma Chapter and to commend the organization's longstanding contributions to our wine community and to our district.”

“As its founding goals were achieved, the organization evolved into a national entity that advances and connects wine professionals and enthusiasts. It has created a lasting platform and expanding community for professional growth, while fostering knowledge and appreciation of wine and its cultural and historical significance.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Riitta DeAnda, a leader and public servant who has been named California's 4th Congressional District 2025 American Dream Award Recipient for Solano County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Andres Olmedo, a leader and public servant who has been named California's 4th Congressional District 2025 American Dream Award Recipient for Yolo County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 25th anniversary of the St. Helena High School Agricultural Program, an esteemed organization of our Napa community. This milestone reflects decades of dedication, community support, and profound impact on students' futures.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Cinthya Cisneros, a leader and public servant who has been named California's 4th Congressional District 2025 American Dream Award Recipient for Napa County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Edgar Ontiveros, a leader and public servant who has been named California's 4th Congressional District 2025 American Dream Award Recipient for Lake County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Helene R. Dillard, an academic leader and member of our Davis community, on the occasion of her retirement as Dean of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at UC Davis.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Bonnie Sears, an esteemed member of the Lake County agricultural community. Mrs. Sears' leadership and dedication to Lake County's wine grape industry exemplify why she has been named as a Friend of the Farm Bureau.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Robert Gayaldo, an esteemed member of our Lake County community. Robert's dedicated membership to the Lake County Farm Bureau Board and vocal support for agriculture exemplify why he has been named as the 2025 Lake County Farm Bureau Member of the Year.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Pemba Sherpa, a leader and community-rooted entrepreneur who has been named California's 4th Congressional District 2025 American Dream Award Recipient for Sonoma County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Phil and Toni Scully, leaders and public servants who have been named the 2025 Lake County Farm Bureau Lifetime Achievement Award Winners.”

“Mr. Speaker, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act marks the most significant investment in our farm economy in decades and delivers the most sweeping reforms to SNAP since the program's creation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, this bill shamelessly hurts our constituents, cuts healthcare for 17 million Americans, and closes one in four nursing homes and many rural hospitals.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. McGovern) for yielding time. Mr. Speaker, Republicans are openly bragging about how the bill kicks children and the elderly off Medicaid, nutritional assistance, and more, all to pay for another tax break for wealthy Republican donors.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Staglin Family Vineyard as they celebrate 40 years of business. The longevity of this great establishment is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to the Staglin family's efforts in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, today I did not vote on Roll Call Nos. 148 and 149, as I was meeting with constituents. Had I been present, I would have voted NO on Roll Call No. 148, Ordering the previous question of H.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Napa Police Chief Jennifer Gonzales upon her retirement after 32 years of service in law enforcement. Chief Gonzales' career exemplifies commitment to community, service, and excellence, and her legacy in Napa will continue to inspire future generations.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize International House Davis (I-House) as the organization celebrates 40 years of service. Since its founding, I-House has helped make our Davis community a more welcoming and inclusive place by building cultural understanding and supporting international residents.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kate Miller, the Executive Director of the Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA). After 12 years of service at NVTA, Ms. Miller is retiring, ending her 30 year career in transportation and leaving behind a lasting impact on our Napa County community and the broader Bay Area.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis (UUCD) on its 70th anniversary and to commend its unwavering dedication to fostering an inclusive, compassionate, and justice-oriented community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize Latinos United of Lake County (LULC) as they celebrate their 30th Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival. This celebration not only honors cultural heritage but also highlights the LULC's three decades of outstanding service to the Latino community in Lake County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize William ``Bill'' Hanna, who has been selected as the recipient of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor celebrates his decades of service as a steward of the land, a leader in sustainable agriculture, and a deeply respected member of our Napa Valley community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Oscar Renteria on his selection by the Napa Valley Grapegrowers as the 2025 Napa Valley Grower of the Year. This award recognizes Mr.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Benovia Winery on the 20th anniversary of its creation and to recognize the incredible contributions of its founders, Mary Dewane and Joe Anderson, and its winemaker, Mark Sullivan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Rio Vista Caring Actions Reaching Everyone (CARE) as the organization celebrates 40 years of service to the Delta community. Since 1985, CARE has provided critical mental health and family support services to children, families, and individuals across Rio Vista and other rural communities in our district.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the late Suki Kahaulelio for his lifelong contributions to the preservation of Hawaiian culture and his decades of service as a mentor, teacher, and leader in our Sonoma County community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that will halt the largest tax increase on American families, bolster our hardworking farmers and rural communities, and give President Trump the tools he needs to make America safe again.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to this big, terrible bill. This bill takes healthcare away from 14 million people. With this bill, 9 million people lose food assistance.”

“Mr. Speaker, we are here in the dark of night because President Trump has one goal: to pass massive tax cuts for billionaires by cruelly stealing healthcare away from millions of Americans.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Officer Matthew Bowen of the Vacaville Police Department. Officer Bowen joined the Vacaville Police Department in 2023 and was celebrated by his friends, family, and colleagues for his kindness, humor, work ethic, and unwavering calm under pressure.”

“Mr. Speaker, I want to start today with some good news. I think it is fantastic that the Golden State Warriors played an incredible basketball game last night and brought them to victory over the Rockets out of Texas and are going to advance onto the next round of the basketball playoffs.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for the passion he brings to this issue. I know how much work he has put into it. I want to add a couple of things on the SALT topic.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Greg Cole and Beth Fairbairn, a husband-and-wife team who have played a critical role in shaping our Napa Valley restaurant scene.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Vacaville City Manager Aaron Busch, an esteemed member of our Solano County community. His 37 years of public service and his tireless dedication to our community exemplify why he is being honored today.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Robert Ashe, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2025 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Sonoma County for his extensive volunteer efforts to restore and protect the Santa Rosa Creek and surrounding areas.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Gustavo Avina, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2025 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Napa County because of his tireless dedication to sustainable viticulture and environmental stewardship.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Justina Salinas, whom I have named the California 4th District's 2025 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Solano County in recognition of her visionary leadership in regenerative agriculture, habitat restoration, and environmental advocacy.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Anthony Roberts, Chairman of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, as the California 4th District's 2025 Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Yolo County.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC), whom I have named the California 4th District's Climate Crisis Champion of the Year for Lake County for their outstanding leadership in advancing environmental resilience, wildfire prevention, and climate action in our area.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th anniversary of the South Lake Fire Protection District of Lake County, and to recognize this organization's unwavering dedication to protecting and serving its community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Cole McGowan for his dedicated service and exemplary leadership as a firefighter with the Yocha Dehe Fire Department. Mr. McGowan has been named the Yocha Dehe Firefighter of the Year, a recognition awarded by his peers for his commitment, work ethic, and embodiment of the department's core values.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Operation Tango Mike, a nonprofit community effort that has provided unwavering support to our deployed military personnel and their families for over two decades.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to announce that March 10th through March 16th marked Brain Awareness Week. The Brain Awareness Campaign is a worldwide celebration of the brain that brings together scientists, families, schools, and communities.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Lisa Hilas. I have named Ms. Hilas as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Solano County because of her excellent work in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Thea Hensel. I have named Ms. Hensel as the California 4th Congressional District's Woman of the Year for Sonoma County because of her excellent work in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Wilda Shock. I have named Ms. Shock as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Lake County because of her excellent work in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Norma Ferriz de Massaro. I have named Ms. Ferriz de Massaro as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Napa County because of her excellent work in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Mary Yin Liu. I have named Ms. Liu as the California 4th District's Woman of the Year for Yolo County because of her excellent work in our community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the inRESPONSE Mental Health Support Team of the Santa Rosa Police Department. I have named the team as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Sonoma County in recognition of their extraordinary selflessness, dedication, and service to our community.”

“Napa County as a result of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication and service to others. Born in Hayward, California, Sergeant Olson moved to Napa in 1980. He is a graduate of Vintage High School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration from Sonoma State University.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Canine Officer Murph of the Vacaville Police Department's K-9 Unit. I have named Canine Officer Murph as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Solano County because of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication and service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Officer Matthew Bowen of the Vacaville Police Department. I have named Officer Bowen as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Solano County in honor of his ultimate sacrifice to our community, tragically losing his life in the line of duty.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Detective Michael Nakahara of the Lake County Sheriff's Office I have named Detective Nakahara as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Lake County because of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication and service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Station Leader Roger Lutz, III of the Napa County Fire Department. I have named Mr. Lutz as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Napa County because of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication and service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Detective Kelsea Nelson of the Santa Rosa Police Department. I have named Detective Nelson as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Sonoma County because of her extraordinary selflessness, dedication, and service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Battalion Chief Emily Lo of the Davis Fire Department. I have named Chief Lo as the California's 4th District Public Safety Hero of the Year for Yolo County in honor of her 35 years of extraordinary selflessness, dedication and service to others, as she retires from firefighting.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Emergency Medical Technician Michael ``Mike'' Robinson of the Medic Ambulance Service's Solano Division. I have named Mr. Robinson as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Solano County because of his extraordinary selflessness, dedication, and service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Fire Captain Bret Butler, a dedicated and courageous member of the Lake Pillsbury Fire Protection District. I have named Captain Butler as the California 4th District's Public Safety Hero of the Year for Lake County in recognition of his extraordinary selflessness, leadership, and unwavering commitment to protecting his community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Phil Kirby, an educator who has dedicated 51 years of service to students and families, with 47 years in service to our Lake County community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Town of Yountville as it celebrates the 60th anniversary of its incorporation. Yountville's origins can be traced back to 1836, when George C.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise on behalf of thousands of California wildfire survivors. My district knows too well the devastation survivors of the southern California fires are facing. People have lost everything, and not just their homes and their belongings, but family members and friends.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Police Chief Ian Schmutzler, a leader and public servant who has served the Vacaville community and beyond for nearly three decades.”