Press Releases
Torres Selects 15 Inland Empire Projects for FY24 Community Project Funding
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced that she submitted 15 proposed community projects, which if funded, would bring a total of $43,398,961 directly to California's 35th Congressional District. The submissions were made to the House Appropriations Committee as it kicks off the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Community Project Funding process. During FY22 and FY23, Congresswoman Torres secured $34 million for community projects to benefit Inland Empire residents."As a member … Continue Reading
April 27, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Responds to Biden Administration Actions to Enable Lawful Pathways to Immigration
Washington, D.C. - The Biden Administration today announced a series of actions regarding migration across the Western Hemisphere. This includes plans to establish regional processing centers in Central and South America to facilitate legal immigration pathways to the United States. Central America Caucus Co-Chair Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) has repeatedly called on the Administration to take action to stabilize Central America, establish stronger protections for asylum seekers, and … Continue Reading
April 21, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Announces 2023 Congressional Art Competition
Washington, D.C. - The 2023 Congressional Art Competition is underway for all high school students in California's 35th Congressional District, and today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued a call for submissions. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Complex for one year, and the winning artist will also receive roundtrip tickets to Washington, D.C. "Our district has so many talented young artists, and the Congressional Art Competition is a great opportunity … Continue Reading
April 20, 2023
Reps. Torres, Kelly, Fitzpatrick Introduce PROTECT 911 Act
Washington, D.C. - Representatives Norma Torres (D-CA-35), Robin Kelly (D-IL-02), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) introduced the bipartisan Providing Resources and Occupational Training for Emotional Crisis and Trauma (PROTECT) 911 Act to address important health and wellness issues for our nation's 9-1-1 call-takers and dispatchers. The introduction of this legislation follows National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a time to celebrate and thank those who dedicate their lives to … Continue Reading
April 18, 2023
Representatives Torres, Meng & Jayapal and Senators Gillibrand & Booker Introduce Fairness to Freedom Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Grace Meng (NY-06), and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), along with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (NY) and Cory Booker (NJ), introduced the Fairness to Freedom Act. This bicameral legislation establishes the right to legal representation for individuals facing removal from the United States who are unable to afford it. This historic piece of legislation is endorsed by over 170 groups and co-sponsored by Reps. James P. McGovern … Continue Reading
April 12, 2023
Representatives Norma Torres & Brian Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Honor Public Safety Telecommunicators
Washington, D.C. - During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35), the only former 9-1-1 dispatcher serving in Congress, and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), a former FBI Special Agent, introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the contributions of public safety telecommunicators to keeping our communities safe and helping save lives. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week occurs the second full week of April and honors dispatchers for this … Continue Reading
April 10, 2023
Reps. Norma Torres & Andy Kim Lead Letter in Support of Robust FY24 Funding for Military Criminal Investigative Organizations
Washington, D.C. - Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Andy Kim (NJ-03), who is Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel, recently led 16 of their fellow lawmakers in a letter that called for adequate, stable funding for Military Criminal Investigative Organizations (MCIOs) to be included in the FY24 Defense Appropriations funding bill. The lawmakers highlighted that MCIOs need additional resources after a series of high-profile crimes against … Continue Reading
April 10, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Leads Letter in Support of Funding for Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program
Washington, D.C. - Last month, Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) led 20 of her House colleagues in a letter to the House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations subcommittee requesting $40 million in funding for the Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program at the Department of Education. This program is based on the BASIC Act, introduced by Congresswoman Torres.As a Member of Congress, Torres has repeatedly heard from students about the … Continue Reading
April 06, 2023
Congresswoman Torres & 58 Lawmakers Call for Funding to Provide Legal Representation for People Facing Removal Proceedings
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) led 58 of her House colleagues in a letter requesting $150 million in funding to expand federal programs that provide legal representation for the thousands of immigrants, asylum seekers, families, and other vulnerable individuals who face federal immigration court removal proceedings. The letter was sent to Chairman Hal Rogers and Ranking Member Matt Cartwright of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and … Continue Reading
March 28, 2023
Oversight Subcommittee Ranking Member Torres Statement on Republicans’ Reinvestigation of Jan. 6
Washington, D.C. - Committee on House Administration Subcommittee on Oversight Ranking Member Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the following statement in response to the release of initial findings in Subcommittee Chairman Barry Loudermilk's reinvestigation of Jan. 6:"As the Ranking Member of the House Administration Oversight Subcommittee, I find it unacceptable - but not surprising - the Republican majority has released these findings without previously sharing any information with the … Continue Reading
March 23, 2023
Torres, Schakowsky, Booker, Lee, DeGette, Pressley, Strickland Reintroduce the Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act
Washington, D.C.?- Today, U.S. Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Vice Chair of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, and U.S. Senator Cory Booker were joined by U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky, Barbara Lee, Diana DeGette, Ayanna Pressley, and Marilyn Strickland in reintroducing their legislation, the Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act. In addition to the co-leads, the bill has 142 original cosponsors in the House. The Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act would repeal the 1973 … Continue Reading
March 16, 2023
Rep. Norma Torres to Lead New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Task Force
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced that she will be leading the New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Policy Task Force as Chair in the 118th Congress. Families in California's 35th District and across the nation have felt the impact of inflation and our nation's housing crisis, facing high rental prices and a lack of housing supply.Affordable and quality housing is critical for a strong economy, and Rep. Torres is focused on making this a reality. … Continue Reading
March 15, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Co-Leads Reintroduction of Registry Bill to Provide a Path to Citizenship for Millions of Immigrants
Washington, D.C. - Last week, U.S. Representatives Norma Torres (CA-35), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Lou Correa (CA-46), Grace Meng (NY-06), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) reintroduced H.R. 1511, the Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929. "In the United States, we rely on the work and efforts of immigrants, but our nation's broken immigration system has failed these hardworking men and women. They deserve better, and this historic bill - by … Continue Reading
March 07, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Secures $54 Million to Address Housing Needs in Inland Empire
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is providing over $54 million in funding to build affordable housing, support community development, and provide homeless assistance in San Bernardino, Los Angeles & Riverside Counties. The allocation was secured as a part of HUD's Fiscal Year 2023 funding and will be used for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME), … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Torres, McCaul, Raskin, McGovern Statement Condemning Persecution Against Ahmadiyya Muslims
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres (D-Calif.) and Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), co-chairs of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Caucus, along with Caucus Members Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) and James McGovern (D-Mass.) released the following statement on increasing persecution of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community throughout the world."The recent terrorist attack that resulted in the slaying of nine Ahmadiyya Muslims in Burkina Faso is a criminal display of hate. This religious minority has … Continue Reading
February 16, 2023
Congresswoman Torres to Serve as Air Cargo Caucus Co-Chair in the 118th Congress
Washington, D.C. - Today, Democratic Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced she will be a co-chair of the Air Cargo Caucus in the 118th Congress, alongside Republican Rep. Brian Mast (FL-21). The bipartisan, 34-member caucus was first established in 2019, and its mission is to educate Members and staff about the air cargo industry and its economic impact. The caucus also works to bring industry voices, including carriers and suppliers, to Congress."Air cargo is what makes our 21st … Continue Reading
February 13, 2023
Statement by Rep. Norma Torres on President Biden’s Removal of Architect of the Capitol Blanton
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the below statement following President Joe Biden's decision to fire Architect of the Capitol Brett Blanton:"Protecting the Capitol, members of Congress, staff, and democracy are not partisan issues. President Biden made the right decision to terminate Architect of the Capitol Brett Blanton for abusing his … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Joins House Administration Ranking Member Morelle to Call on Architect of the Capitol Blanton to Resign
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the following statement calling on Architect of the Capitol Brett Blanton to resign immediately:"As Ranking Member of the House Administration Subcommittee on Oversight, I found Architect of the Capitol Brett Blanton's answers at today's hearing appalling. Mr. Blanton's incompetency is a danger to his office, and I join House Administration Ranking Member Joe Morelle to call for his immediate … Continue Reading
February 03, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Announces Los Angeles–San Bernardino Area Set to Receive +$700 Million in Transit Funding
Washington, D.C. - Last week, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced $21 billion for Fiscal Year 2023 funding that will be distributed to state and local transit agencies across the United States. In total, California will receive $2,007,146,138, which includes funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Congresswoman Torres supported.As a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee and Transportation, and Housing and Urban … Continue Reading
February 02, 2023
In 118th Congress, Congresswoman Torres Retains Seat on Powerful Appropriations Committee, Joins House Administration
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced today that her committee assignments for the 118th Congress have been finalized. Congresswoman Torres will continue to serve on the House Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for appropriating all federal spending - both domestic and foreign. She will retain her subcommittee assignments on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD); State and Foreign Operations (SFOPS); and Financial Services and General … Continue Reading