Press Releases
Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Bipartisan Measure on Corruption in Central America
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the House Committee on Foreign Affairs unanimously approved H.Res 145, a resolution introduced by Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) along with John R. Moolenaar (R-MI) to reaffirm the United States Congress's commitment to fighting corruption in Central America."Today's unanimous approval of this bipartisan resolution is a recognition that combatting corruption is the key to progress on all fronts in Central America - from addressing drug and human trafficking to reducing … Continue Reading
March 27, 2017
Torres Hosts Town Hall in Ontario
ONTARIO, CA - On Saturday March 25th Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) hosted a town hall meeting at Chaffey Joint Union High School District's Hill Auditorium in Ontario for residents of the 35th congressional district, which includes Bloomington, Chino, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Pomona, and Rialto."In order for me to be an effective representative in Congress, I need to know where our community stands on the issues," said Torres. "This town hall gave me the opportunity to hear directly … Continue Reading
March 24, 2017
Torres Statement on Withdrawal of Healthcare Bill
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement following the decision by House Republican leadership to withdraw their bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act:"Today is a victory for the millions of Americans who rely on the Affordable Care Act, in particular the 300,000 residents of the 35th congressional district who rely on Medi-Cal and the thousands who were able to gain insurance for the first time thanks to the ACA. Putting at risk the healthcare of … Continue Reading
March 22, 2017
Reps. Torres, Engel, and Clarke Introduce Bill to Stop Gun Trafficking to Mexico
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Reps. Norma J. Torres (D-CA), Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), and Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) introduced legislation to stem the flow of firearms across the U.S.-Mexico Border. The "Countering Illegal Firearms Trafficking to Mexico Act" includes several common-sense measures to strengthen border security and crack down on the transnational criminal organizations that profit from the illegal arms trade. The new bill would expand a current requirement to report multiple rifle sales … Continue Reading
March 20, 2017
Torres Introduces Bill Simplifying Search for Small Business Loans
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) introduced the Communicating Lender Activity Reports from the Small Business Administration (CLEAR SBA) Act, legislation that will make it easier for small businesses to find available lenders and get the capital they need to grow and succeed."As I've talked to many business owners in our community, I hear time and again about how difficult it can be to find small business loans, in particular that there is a lack of information about resources … Continue Reading
March 16, 2017
Torres Opposes Trump Budget, Cuts to Transit and Community Development
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement on President Trump's budget plan and the harmful impact it would have on California's Inland Empire: "While Donald Trump's budget plan claims to make America great, it decimates the programs that keep us competitive, protect our security, and help communities thrive. In addition to egregious cuts to social programs, environmental protection, and education, I am especially concerned by the $2.4 billion in … Continue Reading
March 13, 2017
Torres on CBO report on GOP Healthcare Plan
ONTARIO, CA - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement in response to the release of a report by the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) on the House Republican healthcare bill: "CBO has reaffirmed what we already knew, the House Republican healthcare plan will rip health coverage from millions of Americans while gutting Medicaid and giving unnecessary tax breaks and giveaways to insurance companies and the wealthy. Just as I feared, the GOP plan will … Continue Reading
March 10, 2017
Torres Hosts Healthcare Telephone Town Hall
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday evening, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) held a telephone town hall on healthcare and the Affordable Care Act to discuss the newly introduced Republican repeal plan and how it would impact Californians. She was joined on the call by Tam Ma, Legal and Policy Director for Health Access California."There are over 100,000 residents in the 35th District who get their insurance through the Affordable Care Act, either through Medi-Cal or through the Covered California … Continue Reading
March 09, 2017
Reps. Torres and O'Rourke Introduce Bill to Protect Dreamers
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Reps. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) and Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) introduced legislation that would protect DACA recipients from the Trump Administration's executive orders. The bill, entitled "Dreamer Protection Act," would prevent the administration from spending taxpayer dollars to apprehend, detain, or deport Dreamers who lose their status as the result of potential changes to the DACA program by the President or other officials."Dreamers are brave young men and women studying … Continue Reading
March 06, 2017
Torres Condemns New Immigration Executive Order
ONTARIO, CA - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement condemning President Trump's new executive order which suspends the refugee program and limits travel to the United States for individuals from certain Muslim-majority countries:"I am extremely disappointed the President decided to reintroduce his travel ban. The order announced today may be more limited, but it is no less reckless, unnecessary, and damaging to our national security. Just as it did before, … Continue Reading
March 02, 2017
Torres Announces Upcoming Townhalls
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement on the importance of hearing directly from constituents and announced upcoming events for residents of the 35th district to make their voices heard:"Representing our community is my biggest privilege. That's why on Saturday, March 25th, I'll be holding a town hall meeting to hear directly from residents of the 35th District. Additional details will be forthcoming. In the meantime, I will also be hosting a … Continue Reading
March 02, 2017
Torres Calls for Resignation of AG Sessions
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement calling for the resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions:"During his confirmation hearings, Jeff Sessions explicitly said ‘I did not have communications with the Russians.' Now we have learned that he lied under oath. For the good of the country and our institutions, Sessions must resign. An independent prosecutor should be appointed and a bipartisan commission should be created to investigate ties … Continue Reading
March 01, 2017
Torres Responds to President's Address to Congress
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement in response to the President's Joint Address to Congress:"I was disappointed by tonight's speech. It did not provide any concrete guarantees that the over 100,000 people in my district who have healthcare through the ACA will be able to keep their coverage or that he has a plan to fund the roads, rail systems, and public transit on which the Inland Empire economy depends. The President has shown us that he … Continue Reading
February 24, 2017
Torres Invites Sudanese Immigrant Detained at LAX as Guest to Presidential Address
ONTARIO, CA - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) announced that she will be joined at the President's joint address to Congress by Areej Ali, a Sudanese-born green card holder who was initially prohibited from boarding a flight back to the US, and then detained once she arrived at LAX as a result of Donald Trump's travel ban. "I invited Areej to join me at the President's first address to Congress to show him the face of just one of the innocent people who has been swept up by his … Continue Reading
February 24, 2017
Rep. Torres & Tom Steyer Highlight Sustainability in the Inland Empire
ONTARIO, CA - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) joined NextGen Climate President Tom Steyer for tours of projects that are helping to make environmental sustainability a way of life for all residents of the Inland Empire. "Living in Southern California, we recognize how vulnerable our communities are to the impacts of environmental changes," said Torres. "I'm excited to have the opportunity to show one of the leaders in the movement to guard against climate change some of the people and … Continue Reading
February 21, 2017
Torres Convenes Regional Transportation Strategy Meeting with Localities and Regional Transportation Authorities
ONTARIO, CA - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) held a transportation policy roundtable meeting with local officials and regional transportation authorities to discuss short- and long-term regional priorities and increase coordination in planning and building regionally-oriented transportation solutions. "I convened today's meeting in order to encourage more effective regional cooperation in transportation planning," said Torres. "Our transportation needs don't suddenly change at the at … Continue Reading
February 17, 2017
Torres on Reports Administration is Considering Deploying National Guard to Roundup Immigrants
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) issued the following statement in response to reports of a Department of Homeland Security memo exploring the possibility of using National Guard troops to enforce immigration laws:"I really hope that the administration is not considering sending the National Guard into our communities. Using military forces to round up innocent civilians is a page straight out of the dictator's playbook. It is contrary to American values and our long-held … Continue Reading
February 16, 2017
Members Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming U.S. Commitment to Fighting Corruption in Central America
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Reps. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) and John R. Moolenaar (R-MI), joined by Reps. Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), Michael T. McCaul (R-TX), and Albio Sires (D-NJ), introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to reaffirm the United States Congress's commitment to fighting corruption in Central America. The resolution states that efforts to fight corruption must remain at the center of U.S. policy in Central America, that the Mission to Support the Fight against … Continue Reading
February 14, 2017
Torres Disappointed with ICE Director's Refusal to Meet with Hispanic Caucus
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-Pomona) issued the following statement after a scheduled meeting with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and ICE Acting Director Thomas D. Homan regarding this weekend's immigration raids was abruptly cancelled:"I am deeply disappointed Acting Director Homan has cancelled today's meeting with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. The communities we represent were the most impacted by ICE's activities this weekend, and ICE thus far has failed to … Continue Reading
February 09, 2017
Torres on 9th Circuit Ruling on Travel Ban
ONTARIO, CA - Today Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-CA) issued the following statement on the ruling by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals against reinstating President Trump's travel ban:"I am proud that our judiciary has stood up to the President and his dangerous overreach of power by ruling against reinstating the travel ban. In the short time this ban was in place, President Trump has already done a great deal of harm to our nation and our national security."He has tarnished America's image, … Continue Reading