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Torres Introduces Bill to Grow Advanced Manufacturing Workforce

June 8, 2017 Press Release

 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) introduced the Job Opportunities between Our Shores (JOBS) Act, a bill to promote advanced manufacturing in California and throughout the United States and give dislocated workers the training and skills they need to find new jobs in growing industries.

 

Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Rep. Torres Takes Part in US-Mexico Interparliamentary Group Meeting in Mexico City

June 7, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC – Earlier this week, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) represented the United States as part of a bipartisan congressional delegation to Mexico City for the 53rd United States – Mexico Interparliamentary Group Meeting.  Torres, along with ten other U.S. Members of Congress, took part in a series of sessions with Mexican legislators to discuss areas of mutual interest and concern.

Issues:
National Security and Foreign Policy

Rep. Torres to Play in Annual Congressional Softball Game in Honor of Local Breast Cancer Survivor

May 31, 2017 Press Release
ONTARIO, CA – On June 21st, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) will take the field for the Congressional Women’s Softball Game, an annual event where female Members of Congress compete against the women of the DC press corps to raise awareness and funds for the Young Survival Coalition. Torres, slated to play in the position of catcher, will play in honor of local breast cancer survivor Lisa Logan of Chino who was diagnosed at age 33.
Issues:
Health Care, Local Issues

Torres Statement on Withdrawal from Paris Climate Agreement

May 31, 2017 Press Release
ONTARIO, CA – Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement in response to reports President Trump will pull out of the Paris Agreement on climate change:
Issues:
Energy and Environment

55 Members of Congress Warn Against Appointment of Controversial Sheriff to DHS

May 24, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC – 55 Members of Congress, led by Reps. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) and Gwen Moore (D-WI) sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly urging him to reject the appointment of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke as assistant secretary in the Office of Partnership and Engagement at the Department of Homeland Security.

 

Issues:
National Security and Foreign Policy

In The News

Op-Ed - Trump’s budget hits Inland communities where it hurts: Norma Torres

April 18, 2017 In The News
Rep. Norma J. Torres

Eva works the graveyard shift as a 911 dispatcher for the Los Angeles Police Department.

Issues:
Budget and Fiscal Responsibility, Local Issues

Op-Ed - 911 dispatchers are not clerical workers

September 20, 2016 In The News
Rep. Norma J. Torres, The Hill
On any given day, a 911 dispatcher might direct police as a crime is in progress, provide lifesaving first aid, or speak to a caller on the brink of suicide. Dispatchers are critical members of the first responder community who use their specialized skills and training to save lives and keep communities safe. However, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has recently proposed that the position of “Public Safety Telecommunicator” be classified as an “Office and Administrative Support Occupation.”
Issues:
National Security and Foreign Policy

Ontario military shipping crate manufacturer keen on growth following tribal investment

August 15, 2016 In The News
Neil Nisperos, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin

ONTARIO >> A local manufacturer of fiberglass shipping crates for military weapons is hoping to double in size and output over the next decade.

Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Pomona awarded DOJ grant to help combat human trafficking and prostitution

August 10, 2016 In The News
John M. Blodgett, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin

POMONA >> The U.S. Department of Justice awarded Pomona a grant to combat human trafficking and prostitution, the office of Rep. Norma J. Torres, D-Pomona, announced Wednesday.

Issues:
Local Issues

Congresswoman Norma Torres Gets $69,550 To Help Pomona Police Anti-Prostitution Human Trafficking Campaign

August 10, 2016 In The News
Staff, Pomona Proud

Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded the City of Pomona with a $69,550 grant to combat human trafficking and prostitution.

Issues:
Local Issues
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