Press Releases
Rep. Torres Calls for Resignation of LA Councilmembers Cedillo, De Leon and Martinez
Pomona, CA- Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres released the following statement in response to the recorded statements made by Los Angeles City Councilmembers Nury Martinez, Kevin De Leon, and Gil Cedillo:"This abuse of power makes me sick to my stomach. Listening to these recordings, it's hard to recognize the people behind the racist rants. Most hurtful is the fact that it came out of the mouths of three of only four Latinos Councilmembers serving in a city where Latinos make up 50% of the … Continue Reading
October 10, 2022
Congresswoman Norma Torres Commemorates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
POMONA, CALIFORNIA- Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) released the following statement recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day:"On this day, we should honor the traditions and contributions of the true first people of this continent," said Congresswoman Torres. "For too long, we have failed to honor indigenous communities, and the true roots of our own nation. We must also commit ourselves to doing far more to make this country a fairer and more just place for tribal communities. As … Continue Reading
October 10, 2022
Rep. Torres Thanks Governor Newsom for Calling Special Legislative Session on Gas Prices
Pomona, CA - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) released the following statement in support of Governor Newsom's announcement of a special legislative session of the California State Legislature to address rising gas prices. On Wednesday, Torres wrote to the Governor asking for him to reconvene the State Legislature to address this urgent issue: "I thank Governor Newsom for his leadership on this critical issue and for calling a special session of the State Legislature to address … Continue Reading
October 06, 2022
Representative Torres Asks Governor Newsom for Special Session on Gas Prices
POMONA, CA- Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35) wrote to Governor Newsom asking him to call a special session of the State Legislature to investigate and act on California's skyrocketing gas prices. With gas prices once again soaring, urgent legislative action is necessary."I urge you to consider calling a special legislative session to help address the dramatic increase in gas prices, which are unsustainable for the average Californian and families in the Inland Empire of Southern California," … Continue Reading
September 13, 2022
Rep. Torres Tours Fontana RAISE Grant Project with Transportation Secretary Buttigieg, Representative Aguilar, Mayor Warren
Fontana, Calif. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) joined Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Congressman Pete Aguilar, and Mayor Acquanetta Warren to celebrate the award of $15 million federal funding to the city through the RAISE grant program- touring the site and reviewing future plans. "It is truly wonderful to have Secretary Buttigieg visiting with us today to highlight the local impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law," said Congresswoman Torres. "I was proud to … Continue Reading
August 17, 2022
Torres Holds Medal Ceremony for Family of World War II Veteran
Pomona, CA — Yesterday, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) hosted a posthumous medal awards ceremony for the family of late veteran Lt. Adriano Barcelona Cartagena. Lieutenant Cartagena served in the Philippines during World War II, and his family now resides in Pomona. Lieutenant Cartagena's family came to the office seeking his service records, only to find out he was owed 8 medals and ribbons for his military service."Lieutenant Cartagena served our nation proudly and with honor," said … Continue Reading
August 12, 2022
Torres Introduces Resolution to Commemorate Warehouse Worker Recognition Week
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) introduced a resolution to recognize August 14th - August 20th as Warehouse Worker Recognition Week. Creating this recognition will help honor our nation's warehouse workers and their sacrifices to serving the American people, often on the front line of global pandemics and nationwide crisis. "The Inland Empire is home to thousands of warehouse workers, who have served on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic and risk their lives," … Continue Reading
August 10, 2022
Torres and Aguilar Announce $15 Million in Federal RAISE Grant Transportation Funding to the City of Fontana
Pomona, Calif. - Today, Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Pete Aguilar (CA-31) announced that the City of Fontana is a recipient of a $15 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The RAISE Grant funding will help Fontana continue safe and smart growth, expand access to affordable housing, improve transportation corridors, and build a better-connected Inland Empire. Thanks to the Bipartisan … Continue Reading
August 02, 2022
Torres and Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize National Night Out
WASHINGTON - Last week, Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize August 2, 2022, as National Night Out. Every year on the first Tuesday of August, communities across the United States and their local law enforcement agencies come together to promote public safety and build community-police partnerships in their communities. The resolution is supported by the National Association of Town Watch, which provides community … Continue Reading
July 29, 2022
House Passes Torres Wildfire Grid Resiliency Act as Part of Wildfire Response and Drought Legislative Package
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) applauded the passage of her bill, the Wildfire Grid Resiliency Act, as part of the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act, a legislative package aimed at addressing the wildfire and drought issues in the United States. The Congresswoman's legislation directs the Secretary of Energy to carry out a demonstration program for projects that improve electric grid resiliency with respect to wildfires. The Continental Divide Trail … Continue Reading
July 25, 2022
Torres Announces Inland Empire Victories in the FY2023 Government Funding Minibus Package
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced victories for the Inland Empire that she secured in the FY2023 government funding minibus package that passed out of the House of Representatives. The minibus package contains six spending bills providing funding for several federal agencies. Congresswoman Torres is a member of the Appropriations Committee, which developed the package."Yesterday, we passed a minibus funding package out of the House that will transform the … Continue Reading
July 20, 2022
Torres Co-Leads House Colleagues to Introduce Legislation to Update the Registry Immigration Cutoff Date
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Zoe Lofgren (CA-19), Grace Meng (NY-NY-06), Lou Correa (CA-34), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Chuy Garcia (IL-04) introduced the "Renewing Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929", legislation that will update Section 249 of the Immigration and Nationality Act known as registry."Our country relies on immigrants, both documented and undocumented alike," said Congresswoman Torres. "No matter the pandemic or crisis, immigrants have … Continue Reading
July 15, 2022
Five Torres Provisions Included in the National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON - This week, Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35) secured five key provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023. These amendments will help support human rights efforts in Central America, prevent misuse of security assistance, improve military cold case protocol, reinstate Congressional Notification for firearm exports, and reclassify 911 dispatchers to a protective service occupation. The National Defense Authorization Act specifies the annual … Continue Reading
July 06, 2022
Torres, Fletcher Urge FTC to Ensure Protections for Sensitive Data Following Roe v. Wade Reversal
WASHINGTON - Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) today led 70 lawmakers in sending a letter requesting Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan "immediately use the full power" of the agency to protect the data of people seeking abortion from predatory companies. This request comes in the light of evidence that data brokers have collected and sold location and other data that could help unscrupulous actors target those seeking reproductive care, including … Continue Reading
June 30, 2022
Torres Advances Central America Priorities in FY23 Government Funding Bills
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), through her role on the House Appropriations Committee, included funding for several key Central America foreign policy priorities in the State and Foreign Operations FY2023 government funding bill. "Promoting democracy, combating corruption, and stabilizing the governments of Central America are crucial foreign policy priorities for the United States, and will help create a stronger, more prosperous region," said Congresswoman … Continue Reading
June 29, 2022
Torres Calls for Immigration Reform in Light of Migrant Deaths in San Antonio
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) released the following statement in response to the news that at least 50 immigrants were left for dead in the back of a semi-truck in San Antonio, Texas. "This is a horrific tragedy. It's a moral failure by America that immigrants are forced to risk - and in too many cases, lose - their lives in an attempt to seek safety inside our borders. It's long past time to address the corrupt leaders whose citizens are forced to flee their … Continue Reading
June 28, 2022
Torres Advances $19.5 Million for Inland Empire Priorities in FY2023 Government Funding Bills
WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), through her role on the House Appropriations Committee, has included 15 community projects totaling more than $19.5 million for Inland Empire priorities in the FY2023 government funding bills. The government funding bills must still be passed by the entire House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, and signed by the president, before taking effect."These projects address some of our communities' most imminent concerns and needs, from public … Continue Reading
June 24, 2022
Torres Statement on Overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) today released the following statement on the news that the Supreme Court has reversed Roe vs. Wade, nearly 50 years after it was decided."With this devastating opinion, 6 members of the Supreme Court have concluded that women do not have the right to self-determination and personal autonomy. This conservative-majority Court, most of whom are men, has decided they have the authority to control and determine the most important aspects of a … Continue Reading
June 23, 2022
Torres Promotes Judiciary Workplace Standards and Protections in House Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), through her role on the House Appropriations Committee, secured language in the FY23 Financial Services and General Government Bill to address sexual harassment and workplace misconduct in the federal judiciary. "The 30,000 federal judiciary employees deserve the same anti-discrimination rights and workplace protections that private sector and government employees have," said Rep. Torres. "For too long, our nation's federal judiciary has … Continue Reading
June 14, 2022
Torres Sends Letter to Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Urging Steps to Address Blood Supply Shortage
WASHINGTON - Today, on World Blood Donor Day, Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) sent a letter to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Robert M. Califf urging him to address and stabilize our nation's blood supply infrastructure by establishing a National Taskforce to immediately review current systems and updating blood donation guidelines to evaluate all potential donors based on the same risks. The FDA has regulatory oversight over the U.S. blood supply. "In recent … Continue Reading