Press Releases
WASHINGTON – Today, as California considers yet another housing agency, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) introduced new legislation to hold Sacramento bureaucracy accountable and stop housing costs from continuing to skyrocket. The Bring Down Housing Costs Act would establish a federal task force to investigate and conduct oversight of states failing to curb rising housing costs and develop emergency action plans to make housing more affordable.
WASHINGTON – Today, as the U.S. Supreme Court considers overturning skyhigh tariffs, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) released the following statement urging the Court to deliver immediate price relief by striking down tariffs and called on Washington to pass his plan to bring long-term price stability.
WASHINGTON – Today, as food assistance funding runs out, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) released the following statement condemning the ongoing and preventable government shutdown that will cut food assistance for more than 100,000 San Joaquin County residents and 5.5 million people across California:
Candy prices up by nearly 80% in the last five years
Average 100-piece assorted candy bag has almost doubled in price to $16.39
Range of fees intentionally hidden from customers causing prices to skyrocket
Harder pushing FTC to crack down on price gouging
LODI – Today, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) demanded an immediate reversal of cuts that will cancel funding for the Lodi Energy Center Hydrogen Project, which would lower energy bills, create jobs, and clean up our air. The U.S. Department of Energy is cancelling nearly $8 billion in projects across the country, which includes $35 million for the Lodi hydrogen facility. If completed, the Lodi project would be the only one of its kind in Northern California.
MANTECA – Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) helped kick off the 4th annual Durga Puja Festival with the Manteca Indians, American Desi Society, and over 600 people from Manteca. One of the biggest Hindu celebrations of the year, Durga Puja brings together family, friends, and neighbors to honor tradition with dancing, great food, and a packed night of entertainment.
STOCKTON – Last night, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) hosted his 2025 Military Scholarship and Opportunity Night at the San Joaquin County Office of Education to give Valley students an opportunity to explore exciting military careers. The event brought together representatives from U.S.
STOCKTON – Today, following his call for a flood risk re-evaluation, Rep.