Press Releases
Washington, DC (May 8, 2013) – Today, Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51), submitted testimony to the House Committee on Armed Services regarding the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2014. Rep. Vargas addressed numerous issues, all of which he said are top priorities for his district.
Washington, D.C. – Today, May 7, 2013, Congressman Juan Vargas (D-CA) issued the following statement honoring National Teacher Appreciation Day:
“In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day, I would like to thank all of the teachers who have sacrificed and worked tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of their students. Teachers play a pivotal role in the development of our children and oftentimes make a significant, positive impact on those they teach. They are responsible for igniting a lifelong curiosity and passion for lea
El Centro, CA (May 1, 2013) –Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-51) announces the opening of his newly relocated El Centro District Office, located at 380 North 8th Street #14, El Centro, CA 92243. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM- 5:30 PM and staff can be reached at 760-355-8800. The El Centro District office is available to help constit
El Centro, CA (April 30, 2013) –Today, Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-51) delivered the “Volunteer of the Year” award to Imperial Valley resident Betty Cloud. In honor of National Volunteer Week, Congressman Vargas acknowledged Betty Cloud for her exceptional volunteer service and countless hours serving the Imperial County and working to better the 51st Congressional District.
Washington, DC (April 26, 2013) –Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51) introduced his second bill this week, H.R. 1691, “Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range Transfer Act of 2013.’’ H.R. 1691 would transfer the administrative jurisdiction of certain public lands in the Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range (CMAGR), from the Bureau of Land Management to the Secretary of the Navy.
Committee on Foreign Affairs Member speaks out against Syrian use of chemical weapons
Washington, DC (April 25, 2013) – Today, Rep.
San Diego, CA (April 22, 2013) – Today, Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51) held a press conference to announce his first bill, “The Child Protection Act of 2013”- Hazel’s Law. “The Child Protection Act of 2013”- Hazel’s Law would remove the knowledge of age requirement for child sex trafficking cases. The bill, named after Hazel C., is based on a San Diego case which
Washington, DC (April 12, 2013) –This week, Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-51) delivered two profound speeches on the House floor highlighting the importance of fair and humane immigration reform.
Congressman Juan Vargas (D-CA) issued the following statement highlighting the work that has been done for California’s 51st Congressional District during his first 100 days in office: