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Today, Rep. Josh Harder announced his staff has been named one of the most diverse of the 116th Congress.
"From the start, I set a goal to build a team that could best serve Central Valley families—and to do that, I need a team who reflects the values, attitudes, and makeup of our community," said Harder. "In order to best serve our communities, we need people on our team who reflect the culturally diverse roots of the Central Valley. I am confident our A-plus team will deliver exceptional services for our district."
Modesto, CA—Following Governor Newsom's latest announced appointments to his Administration, Rep. Josh Harder released the following statement:
"I am pleased that Governor Newsom has listened to my calls to give the Central Valley a greater say in our state's water policy. Water is the lifeline of the Central Valley, affecting almost every aspect of our lives—from our families at home to the farmers in the field. That is why I stressed to the Governor that when it comes to water, the Central Valley must have a seat at the table.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. Josh Harder's bipartisan amendment to assist veterans and their families experiencing mental health emergencies.
Harder's amendment to the Veterans' Access to Child Care Act ensures that mental health crises are covered as one of the kinds of emergencies during which child care can be provided free of cost at VA Centers.
Washington, D.C. – Representative Josh Harder today announced he is launching a committee to advise him on how to best serve the Central Valley's veterans in Congress.
Harder's Congressional Veterans Advisory Committee will include veterans from diverse backgrounds and representatives from Veteran Service Organizations.
"Veterans from the Central Valley have bravely served us at home and abroad," said Harder. "As your Representative, it's my job to make sure Washington is focused on serving our local veterans' community."
Washington, D.C.—Last night, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) was appointed to serve on the House Committee on Agriculture for the 116th Congress.
Washington, D.C.—This week, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) was appointed to serve on the House Committee on Education and Labor for the 116th Congress. The goal of this committee is to ensure federal policy effectively empowers our students in and outside the classroom so that the United States leads the way in preparing the next generation of leaders. The committee also oversees initiatives that strengthen the U.S.
Washington DC—Today, Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) became a co-sponsor to H.R. 1, known as "For the People Act." This is the first piece of major legislation undertaken by the new Congress, and it is Rep. Harder's first step in keeping his promise to fight the corrupting influence of dark money, strengthen voting rights, and instill stronger codes of ethical conduct in Congress.
The For the People Act accomplishes the following:
Washington DC—Today, California Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) took a firm stand with farmers in the Central Valley by voting in favor of re-opening and funding the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This is a vital step in finally ending the pointless government shutdown and reviving crucial services that assist farmers in California and around the country.
Washington DC— Today, California Representative Josh Harder (CA-10) demanded that U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue extend the deadline for farmers seeking relief under the Market Facilitation Program—and the Secretary of Agriculture has agreed to act. Because of the government shutdown, farmers would have been unable to apply for this vital program if the deadline was not extended from its original date of January 15, 2019.
