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WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) announced he's backing a new bipartisan bill, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021, that will help fix the dire situation at California's ports, combat China's influence over international shipping, and

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) reacted to State Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4's hearing on reform at the Employment Development Department (EDD).

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) successfully secured passage of his green technology bill, the Pyrolysis Innovation Grants Act, out of the House Agriculture Committee.

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) sent a new letter to President Biden and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell in support of the State of California's request for a major disaster declaration in response to the ongoing extreme drought and wildfire conditions. A major disaster declaration would unlock resources and coordination to help Central Valley farmers and communities adapt and recover from the dual threats of extreme drought and wildfires.

WASHINGTON — After a months long push by Representative Josh Harder (CA-10), the Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced it has begun distributing the $2 billion it was allotted in March to help unemployment agencies like EDD implement desperately needed reforms. Rep. Harder voted to send $2 billion to the DOL through the American Rescue Plan to help states prevent unemployment fraud, promote equitable access, and ensure timely payment of benefits.

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) announced the launch of the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) application period which will help connect Central Valley families with the high-speed internet they need at home. The program covers the costs of laptops, tablets, Wi-Fi hotspots, modems, routers, and broadband connectivity for students, school staff, and library patrons. Rep. Harder is urging Valley schools and libraries to apply for funding to help them deliver the tools families need to connect to the internet.

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) is leading a new bipartisan effort to take on EDD fraud, recover lost funds, and support victims of identity theft alongside Republicans including House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) and Reps. Michelle Steel (CA-48), Devin Nunes (CA-22), and Darrel Issa (CA-50) .

WASHINGTON — In advance of today's meeting between President Joe Biden and the bipartisan group of senators negotiating the new infrastructure package, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) once again called on Congress and the president not to raise the gas tax. Earlier this month, Democrats and Republicans alike suggested raising the gas tax as a way to pay for a new infrastructure plan and the idea continues to garner support among some members of Congress. Rep.