Press Releases
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
February 01, 2023
Representatives Norma Torres and Ken Calvert Introduce Legislation to Establish a Zip Code for the City of Eastvale
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) reintroduced legislation, H.R. 696, to establish a unique zip code for the city of Eastvale. Torres is the lead Democrat co-sponsor of the legislation."From day one, I have heard directly from Eastvale residents about the importance of this zip code issue and how it affects families, seniors, small businesses, and countless others. I believe in getting results for my constituents, and that is … Continue Reading
January 20, 2023
Torres, CAPAC Members Celebrate Lunar New Year 2023
Washington, D.C. — Today, CAPAC Members released the following statements to welcome the Lunar New Year, which begins on Sunday, January 22, marking the start of Year of the Rabbit in the Chinese zodiac and the Year of the Cat in the Vietnamese zodiac:Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35):"Lunar New Year is a joyous time for many Californians and people across the United States. In Congress, I am proud to support legislation to recognize the cultural and historical importance of this celebration, which … Continue Reading
January 09, 2023
Chair Thompson Announces Congresswoman Torres as Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Vice Chair for 118th Congress
Washington, D.C. - Today, Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35) as a Vice Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force for the 118th Congress."Words without action are meaningless, and since I first got to Congress, I have pushed for common-sense gun safety laws to save lives. As a Vice Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, I will keep working with my colleagues to pass measures to prevent gun … Continue Reading
January 07, 2023
Rep. Norma Torres Sworn-In to U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. - Early this morning, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) was officially sworn in as United States Representative for California's 35th Congressional District, representing the Inland Empire in the 118th Congress.Rep. Norma Torres being sworn in for the 118th Congress."I am honored that the people of CA-35 have once again entrusted me with the responsibility of representing them in Congress. Now, we can move forward with the work that matters, including lowering costs, … Continue Reading
January 06, 2023
Congresswoman Torres Commemorates 2nd Anniversary of Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol Attack
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) released the following statement on the second anniversary of the January 6 insurrection at the United States Capitol:"Two years ago, a deadly group of insurrectionists - provoked by the former president of the United States - attacked the U.S. Capitol. This violence was nothing short of an attempt to tear our democracy apart. I was in the House Gallery when the Capitol was breached, and my colleagues and I witnessed it all, … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Rep. Torres Celebrates Inland Empire Victories in FY2023 Government Funding Bill
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, today voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, a package of twelve government funding bills focused on helping families and communities across the United States. Congresswoman Torres used her position on the powerful committee to help shape the priorities included in the package, which will fund the government for FY2023, lower the cost of living for hardworking … Continue Reading
December 22, 2022
Congresswoman Torres Secures Almost $20 Million For Local Projects in End-of-Year Government Funding Bill
Pomona, CA - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced that $19,525,505 in Community Project Funding has been included in this year's government funding package. Rep. Torres previously secured this funding for California's 35th Congressional District as part of a package that originally passed the House of Representatives earlier this year. After this end-of-year government funding bill becomes law, its funds will go towards 15 community projects, supporting working families, … Continue Reading
December 20, 2022
Rep. Torres Leads Letter to ICE After Agency Released Identities of Over 6,000 Immigrants
Washington, D.C. - In response to reporting that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released the names, birthdates, nationalities, and locations of 6,252 asylum-seekers, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) last week led 12 of her House colleagues in sending a letter to ICE. In the letter, the lawmakers asked the agency a series of questions about current ICE policies and urged ICE to take immediate action to protect the privacy and safety of those immigrants who are seeking … Continue Reading
December 16, 2022
Torres, CAPAC Members Commemorate International Migrants Day
Washington, D.C. — Sunday, December 18 marks International Migrants Day, which recognizes the important contribution of migrants while highlighting the challenges they face. In the United States, approximately two-thirds of Asian Americans and one-sixth of Pacific Islanders are foreign-born. To commemorate the upcoming day, CAPAC Members released the following statements:Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35):"As we mark International Migrants Day, we must take this opportunity to reflect on how we can … Continue Reading
December 15, 2022
Rep. Torres Touts Securing $84+ Million in Water Resources Development
Washington, D.C. - The bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA) passed the U.S. Senate today, which now goes to President Biden to be signed into law. In the bill, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) secured authorization for federal assistance for six water development and infrastructure projects in the Inland Empire. These projects include: $40,700,000 for two water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including increasing the use of water recycling along Euclid Avenue … Continue Reading
December 14, 2022
Torres, Castro, Sires Lead Introduction of ARMAS Act to Stem Gun Trafficking to Latin America and Caribbean
Washington, D.C. - Today, Representatives Norma Torres (CA-35), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Albio Sires (NJ-08), Raúl M. Grijalva (AZ-03), Nanette Barragán (CA-44) Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Ilhan Omar (MN-05) introduced the Americas Regional Monitoring of Arms Sales (ARMAS) Act, legislation that seeks to disrupt firearm trafficking from the United States to Latin America and the Caribbean by implementing stronger transparency, accountability, and oversight mechanisms for U.S. small arms … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
As Commerce Department Implements CHIPS Act, Rep. Torres Sends Letter in Support of Local Small Manufacturers
Washington, D.C. - With the Department of Commerce in the process of implementing the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) today sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo in support of local small manufacturers in the Inland Empire to allow them to apply for, and potentially receive, funding. The Department is currently developing guidelines for the Chips for America Fund, which will distribute the bill's $50 billion to revitalize semiconductor … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Congresswoman Torres Applauds House Vote to Send Respect for Marriage Act to President’s Desk
Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to send the Respect for Marriage Act to the president's desk for his signature. In response to the vote, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued this statement:"Love is love, and with today's vote, Congress has taken the long overdue step to protect marriage equality for millions of Americans," said Congresswoman Torres. "I have been married to my husband Louis for almost four decades, and I believe that same-sex marriages … Continue Reading
December 01, 2022
Congresswoman Torres Highlights Ontario-Based Business That Received $10.8 Million Navy Contract
Washington, D.C. - Last month, the U.S. Department of Defense announced that HCI Systems Inc., based in Ontario, California, was awarded a construction contract from the U.S. Navy. The total award was $10,865,000, and the contract will provide for the upgrade of fire alarm and mass notification systems at the Naval Medical Center San Diego. In response to the news, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the following statement:"This contract represents an investment in our communities … Continue Reading
November 30, 2022
Congresswoman Torres’ Statement on House Passage of Legislation in Response to Pending National Rail Shutdown
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J.Res. 100 and H.Con.Res. 119, legislation together that will address the threat of a rail shutdown and give rail workers the annual sick leave they deserve:"I am a proud former union member. I am aware of how important the contract negotiation process is and how necessary it is for unions and their members to stand up for themselves. I worked at a job where … Continue Reading
November 22, 2022
Rep. Torres Announces Allocation of $2.75 Million in Clean Energy Funding for Inland Empire Communities
Washington, D.C. - Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) today announced that cities and counties in the Inland Empire received an allocation of over $2.75 million in clean energy grants. The funding comes through the Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, which supports the development of clean energy projects across the nation to cut pollution, lower energy costs for families, and keep the United States on track to meeting president's … Continue Reading
November 17, 2022
Congresswoman Norma Torres’ Statement on Speaker Pelosi
Washington, D.C. - Following Speaker Nancy Pelosi's remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued the following statement:"Speaker Pelosi has been a fierce, fearless public servant throughout her time in office, and I am proud to call her my friend, mentor, and role model. During my own time in Congress, she has inspired me and countless others as the leader of the People's House to do all we can to deliver for the American people."I … Continue Reading