My Letter to Congress: H.R.3261 Stop Online Piracy Act 
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H.R.3261 Stop Online Piracy Act
I am writing as your constituent in the 17th Congressional district of California. I oppose H.R.3261 - Stop Online Piracy Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
I represent the voice of an entire generation. We DESIRE collaborative consumption. We WANT to share. We NEED to distribute information horizontally, so that we may all contribute equally to society.
I am a college student. I have never been in trouble with the law. I am a positive member of society.
But if this law passes, I VOW to break SOPA every single day of my life. I VOW to subject myself to crime, and become a felon. I VOW to do this in the name of SOCIAL JUSTICE. I VOW TO SPARK A REVOLUTION.
All of you "Representatives" and "Congresspeople" make me sick to my stomach. You DO NOT "represent" any single one of us. You better make the RIGHT decision before our world collapses into nothingness.
I beg you. As a voice of people, PLEASE make the right decision.
DO NOT be swayed by money. DO the JUST thing. I beg you.
Sincerely,
Lauren Vargas
I represent the voice of an entire generation. We DESIRE collaborative consumption. We WANT to share. We NEED to distribute information horizontally, so that we may all contribute equally to society.
I am a college student. I have never been in trouble with the law. I am a positive member of society.
But if this law passes, I VOW to break SOPA every single day of my life. I VOW to subject myself to crime, and become a felon. I VOW to do this in the name of SOCIAL JUSTICE. I VOW TO SPARK A REVOLUTION.
All of you "Representatives" and "Congresspeople" make me sick to my stomach. You DO NOT "represent" any single one of us. You better make the RIGHT decision before our world collapses into nothingness.
I beg you. As a voice of people, PLEASE make the right decision.
DO NOT be swayed by money. DO the JUST thing. I beg you.
Sincerely,
Lauren Vargas
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on November 20, 2011.
Response from Congressman Farr
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If you did not contact me via my web site, I encourage you to check it out at www.farr.house.gov. As your federal Representative, I am dedicated to improving your access to information via my website. Additionally, you may sign up to receive e-newsletters that will update you to the latest news from Congress. Also, at my website, you will be able to locate information on legislation, find links to government sites, and locate my statements on issues of importance to you. You may also place requests for tours, flags, and assistance in dealing with federal agencies. I hope you will be able to use these tools to learn more about my work, our district, and your government.
Of course, I want to assure you that messages sent to me electronically by my constituents are brought to my attention. Whether you contact me by e-mail, U.S. postal mail, fax, or by phone to express your opinion, I will give each equal consideration. I am constantly striving to make this office more user-friendly. If you have suggestions, please let me know.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
California - 17
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I am writing as your constituent in the 17th Congressional district of California. I oppose H.R.3261 - Stop Online Piracy Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
I represent the voice of an entire generation. We DESIRE collaborative consumption. We WANT to share. We NEED to distribute information horizontally, so that we may all contribute equally to society.
I am a college student. I have never been in trouble with the law. I am a positive member of society.
But if this law passes, I VOW to break SOPA every single day of my life. I VOW to subject myself to crime, and become a felon. I VOW to do this in the name of SOCIAL JUSTICE. I VOW TO SPARK A REVOLUTION.
All of you "Representatives" and "Congresspeople" make me sick to my stomach. You DO NOT "represent" any single one of us. You better make the RIGHT decision before our world collapses into nothingness.
I beg you. As a voice of people, PLEASE make the right decision.
DO NOT be swayed by money. DO the JUST thing. I beg you.
Sincerely,
Lauren Vargas
If you did not contact me via my web site, I encourage you to check it out at www.farr.house.gov. As your federal Representative, I am dedicated to improving your access to information via my website. Additionally, you may sign up to receive e-newsletters that will update you to the latest news from Congress. Also, at my website, you will be able to locate information on legislation, find links to government sites, and locate my statements on issues of importance to you. You may also place requests for tours, flags, and assistance in dealing with federal agencies. I hope you will be able to use these tools to learn more about my work, our district, and your government.
Of course, I want to assure you that messages sent to me electronically by my constituents are brought to my attention. Whether you contact me by e-mail, U.S. postal mail, fax, or by phone to express your opinion, I will give each equal consideration. I am constantly striving to make this office more user-friendly. If you have suggestions, please let me know.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
California - 17
-----Original Message-----
From: "Web forms"
Sent: 11/20/2011 8:05:05 PM
To: "Representative Sam Farr"
Cc:
Subject: IMA MAIL ON TRANS
I represent the voice of an entire generation. We DESIRE collaborative consumption. We WANT to share. We NEED to distribute information horizontally, so that we may all contribute equally to society.
I am a college student. I have never been in trouble with the law. I am a positive member of society.
But if this law passes, I VOW to break SOPA every single day of my life. I VOW to subject myself to crime, and become a felon. I VOW to do this in the name of SOCIAL JUSTICE. I VOW TO SPARK A REVOLUTION.
All of you "Representatives" and "Congresspeople" make me sick to my stomach. You DO NOT "represent" any single one of us. You better make the RIGHT decision before our world collapses into nothingness.
I beg you. As a voice of people, PLEASE make the right decision.
DO NOT be swayed by money. DO the JUST thing. I beg you.
Sincerely,
Lauren Vargas
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on November 29, 2011.
Congressman Farr's Response
November 29, 2011
Lauren Vargas
332 Younglove Avenue
Santa Cruz, California 95060-5350
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for contacting my office. I value the input of every resident
of the Central Coast, and my office reads and reviews every message,
phone call and letter. I personally review much of this communication,
and I take your feedback into account.
My office also tries to follow up with as many constituents as possible,
so we will do our best to be in touch with a more substantive answer
soon. Please know that I appreciate hearing your comments and will keep
them in mind as Congress addresses the many important issues facing our
country.
For more information on a range of issues, please visit my Web site at
http://www.farr.house.gov
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Thank you again for offering your thoughts, and I hope to hear from you
soon.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on December 22, 2011.
Congressman Farr's End of the Year Newsletter
December 22, 2011
Lauren Vargas
332 Younglove Avenue
Santa Cruz, California 95060-5350
Dear Lauren:
As we bring 2011 to a close, I wanted to provide you with an update on
some of the top issues that touched our communities this year from
Washington to the Central Coast.
As always, please feel free to forward this email to friends and
neighbors. I also want to invite you to visit my website
facing our communities.
KEY ISSUES OF 2011
Congressional Gridlock - In my 19 years of serving in the House of
Representatives I have worked in a Democratic majority and minority, and
under both Republican and Democratic presidents. In that time I have
never seen the brand of extreme partisan politics that today has brought
our nation's capitol to a halt. Read more...
Investing in Healthy Futures - This year I took the role of Ranking
Minority Member on the Appropriations Agriculture Subcommittee, a
position that has allowed me to advocate for our local agriculture
industry and the increased access of healthy meals. Before the end of
the year, Congress passed-and the President signed-the committee's
appropriations bill that provides critical funding for food safety and
nutrition programs. Read more...
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Supporting our Troops and Veterans - As thousands of service members
continue to be deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan, this year-and every
year-we honored them with a renewed commitment to keep our promise of
support. Without the brave efforts of generations of soldiers, sailors,
airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen and their families, our country
would not be the beacon of freedom, hope and stability that it is today.
Read more...
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Protecting Seniors' Benefits - After two years, Social Security
beneficiaries received their first Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)
increase to help them deal with increasing consumer prices and health
care costs. Seniors received a notice in mid-November detailing the 3.6
percent benefits increase set to begin in January of 2012. Read more...
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Conserving our Beaches and Oceans - This year our Oceans, and the people
working to protect them, received some much needed support. As a member
of the House Appropriations Committee, I was able to reverse $48 million
in funding cuts for critical ocean conservation issues. Also,
legislation to support marine debris removal and prevention received two
hearings that will bring the bill closer to a vote. Read more...
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Iraq and Afghanistan - This year we welcomed the news that our troops
will be coming home from Iraq just in time to celebrate the Holidays
with their families. While this gives us cause to celebrate, I joined
with many of my Congressional colleagues-and many of you-to continue to
call on the President to bring our troops home from Afghanistan. Read
more...
Strengthening Our Tourism Industry - As a Co-Chair of the House Travel
and Tourism Caucus I have worked to support the tourism industry on the
Central Coast and across the nation. This year, I introduced the TRIP
Act, legislation to strengthen the tourism industry and job creation
through the promotion of regional domestic destinations. Read more...
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RESOURCES YOU CAN USE
Stay Connected - Everyday our nation's capitol is swirling with activity
and debate over issues critical to our communities. To help keep you up
to date on what's going on in Washington and on the Central Coast, I
invite you to follow me on Facebook and Twitter-two great forums to view
quick information and share your thoughts and opinions. Read more...
Are You Visiting Washington, DC? - If you're visiting our nation's
capital, I am ready to help you plan a memorable trip! My staff can help
reserve tours for many of the most popular sites in DC including the
White House, the National Archives, the Library of Congress, the Supreme
Court, the Pentagon, the Kennedy Center and the Department of State
Diplomatic Reception Rooms. Read more...
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Thank you for taking the time to read my update. I want to wish you a
safe and healthy holiday season, and I look forward to seeing you on the
Central Coast.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
SF/db
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on January 12, 2012.
Congressman Farr's Response
January 12, 2012
Lauren Vargas
332 Younglove Avenue
Santa Cruz, California 95060-5350
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for taking the time to write to me about the PROTECT-IP Act
and the Standards of Online Piracy Act (SOPA).
Current federal law provides legal protection against intellectual
property rights infringement, and I believe that we must do all that we
can to enforce these laws and fight against the theft of intellectual
property. I do support these bills' stated goals - providing additional
enforcement tools to combat foreign 'rogue' Web sites that are dedicated
to copyright infringement or counterfeiting.
However, the internet's success and popularity is largely based on its
ease of availability - both for the consumer and the owners and creators
of web sites. As it currently stands, internet provider companies do not
have the ability to censor what a consumer can and can not access on the
internet. Under the terms both SOPA in the House and the PROTECT - IP in
the Senate, the federal Department of Justice, as well as copyright
holders, could seek a court order against a Web site that illegally
hosts copyrighted content and then wall off the site permanently. As
drafted, this would expose law-abiding U.S. Internet and technology
companies to new uncertain liabilities, private rights of action and
technology mandates that would require monitoring of Web sites.
In other words, under the House version, private companies would be
allowed to sue Internet service providers for hosting content that they
say infringes on copyright. That represents a very big change in the
current law as created in the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, which
grants immunity to Web sites as long as they act in good faith to take
down infringing content upon notification.
SOPA is an effort to get at the very real problem of rogue Web sites -
most operating from overseas - offering illicit downloads of movies,
music and more. However, before we enact this legislation, we need to
make sure we minimize collateral damage to law-abiding consumers and
content providers.
We must cultivate an environment where creative innovative industries on
both sides of the digital world can flourish. Please know that I will
keep your thoughts in mind as internet freedoms and intellectual
property rights issues are considered on the House floor.
Again, thank you for contacting me about this important issue.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
SF/im
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This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D, CA] on February 03, 2012.
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein responding to your message
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for contacting me to express your opposition to the
"Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of
Intellectual Property Act," commonly known as the "PROTECT IP Act."
The "PROTECT IP Act" (S. 968) gives copyright and trademark owners and
the U.S. Department of Justice authority to take action against websites
"dedicated to infringing activities." These are websites that have "no
significant use other than engaging in, enabling, or facilitating"
copyright infringement, the sale of goods with a counterfeit trademark,
or the evasion of technological measures designed to protect against
copying. I'm sorry to say that theft of intellectual property is a
major problem and has primarily adversely affected the American motion
picture industry.
I voted for the "PROTECT IP Act" when it came before the Senate
Judiciary Committee, but I always had reservations about several aspects
of the bill.
First, I oppose censorship and am working to make sure the bill protects
First Amendment rights to free speech. In addition, as far back as
2010, I raised concerns about the website blocking provision. I was
pleased Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-VT) announced this
provision would be removed from the bill. I was also concerned that the
overbroad language of the bill could encompass non-pirate websites and
filed an amendment to fix this problem. Finally, I worked to alleviate
undue burdens on Internet advertising services and to minimize the risk
of litigation on growing technology businesses.
On May 26, 2011, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the "PROTECT IP
Act" by voice vote for consideration by the full Senate. Senate
Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) announced on January 20, 2012, that he
was postponing a procedural vote on this bill. I believe postponing
this vote was the right thing to do. In order to move forward, the bill
must be changed to prevent it from harming legitimate businesses and
Internet users in the process of protecting copyrights and trademarks.
In other words, the bill must be fair and balanced.
In mid-January, I convened a meeting in San Francisco with Google,
Yahoo! and Facebook to hear valid concerns of high-tech businesses and
public interest groups. I have spoken again with leaders at Google
about a path forward on this bill. My goal is to do everything I can to
bring all sides together - including copyright owners, high-tech and my
colleagues - to produce a fair and balanced bill.
As you may be aware, Representative Lamar Smith (R-TX) has introduced
the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (H.R. 3261), which is similar to the
"PROTECT IP Act", in the House of Representatives. Please know I will
keep your thoughts in mind should the Senate proceed to a vote on either
of these bills.
Once again, thank you for sharing your views. If you have any
additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my
Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841.
Wishing you a happy 2012.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
Further information about my position on issues of concern to California
and the Nation are available at my website, Feinstein.senate.gov
e-mail updates by subscribing to my e-mail list. Click here to sign up.
checkout my YouTube Page.
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D, CA] on February 03, 2012.
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein responding to your message
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for contacting me to express your opposition to the
"Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of
Intellectual Property Act," commonly known as the "PROTECT IP Act."
The "PROTECT IP Act" (S. 968) gives copyright and trademark owners and
the U.S. Department of Justice authority to take action against websites
"dedicated to infringing activities." These are websites that have "no
significant use other than engaging in, enabling, or facilitating"
copyright infringement, the sale of goods with a counterfeit trademark,
or the evasion of technological measures designed to protect against
copying. I'm sorry to say that theft of intellectual property is a
major problem and has primarily adversely affected the American motion
picture industry.
I voted for the "PROTECT IP Act" when it came before the Senate
Judiciary Committee, but I always had reservations about several aspects
of the bill.
First, I oppose censorship and am working to make sure the bill protects
First Amendment rights to free speech. In addition, as far back as
2010, I raised concerns about the website blocking provision. I was
pleased Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-VT) announced this
provision would be removed from the bill. I was also concerned that the
overbroad language of the bill could encompass non-pirate websites and
filed an amendment to fix this problem. Finally, I worked to alleviate
undue burdens on Internet advertising services and to minimize the risk
of litigation on growing technology businesses.
On May 26, 2011, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the "PROTECT IP
Act" by voice vote for consideration by the full Senate. Senate
Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) announced on January 20, 2012, that he
was postponing a procedural vote on this bill. I believe postponing
this vote was the right thing to do. In order to move forward, the bill
must be changed to prevent it from harming legitimate businesses and
Internet users in the process of protecting copyrights and trademarks.
In other words, the bill must be fair and balanced.
In mid-January, I convened a meeting in San Francisco with Google,
Yahoo! and Facebook to hear valid concerns of high-tech businesses and
public interest groups. I have spoken again with leaders at Google
about a path forward on this bill. My goal is to do everything I can to
bring all sides together - including copyright owners, high-tech and my
colleagues - to produce a fair and balanced bill.
As you may be aware, Representative Lamar Smith (R-TX) has introduced
the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (H.R. 3261), which is similar to the
"PROTECT IP Act", in the House of Representatives. Please know I will
keep your thoughts in mind should the Senate proceed to a vote on either
of these bills.
Once again, thank you for sharing your views. If you have any
additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my
Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841.
Wishing you a happy 2012.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
Further information about my position on issues of concern to California
and the Nation are available at my website, Feinstein.senate.gov
e-mail updates by subscribing to my e-mail list. Click here to sign up.
checkout my YouTube Page.
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D, CA] on February 03, 2012.
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein responding to your message
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for contacting me to express your opposition to the
"Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of
Intellectual Property Act," commonly known as the "PROTECT IP Act."
The "PROTECT IP Act" (S. 968) gives copyright and trademark owners and
the U.S. Department of Justice authority to take action against websites
"dedicated to infringing activities." These are websites that have "no
significant use other than engaging in, enabling, or facilitating"
copyright infringement, the sale of goods with a counterfeit trademark,
or the evasion of technological measures designed to protect against
copying. I'm sorry to say that theft of intellectual property is a
major problem and has primarily adversely affected the American motion
picture industry.
I voted for the "PROTECT IP Act" when it came before the Senate
Judiciary Committee, but I always had reservations about several aspects
of the bill.
First, I oppose censorship and am working to make sure the bill protects
First Amendment rights to free speech. In addition, as far back as
2010, I raised concerns about the website blocking provision. I was
pleased Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-VT) announced this
provision would be removed from the bill. I was also concerned that the
overbroad language of the bill could encompass non-pirate websites and
filed an amendment to fix this problem. Finally, I worked to alleviate
undue burdens on Internet advertising services and to minimize the risk
of litigation on growing technology businesses.
On May 26, 2011, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the "PROTECT IP
Act" by voice vote for consideration by the full Senate. Senate
Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) announced on January 20, 2012, that he
was postponing a procedural vote on this bill. I believe postponing
this vote was the right thing to do. In order to move forward, the bill
must be changed to prevent it from harming legitimate businesses and
Internet users in the process of protecting copyrights and trademarks.
In other words, the bill must be fair and balanced.
In mid-January, I convened a meeting in San Francisco with Google,
Yahoo! and Facebook to hear valid concerns of high-tech businesses and
public interest groups. I have spoken again with leaders at Google
about a path forward on this bill. My goal is to do everything I can to
bring all sides together - including copyright owners, high-tech and my
colleagues - to produce a fair and balanced bill.
As you may be aware, Representative Lamar Smith (R-TX) has introduced
the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (H.R. 3261), which is similar to the
"PROTECT IP Act", in the House of Representatives. Please know I will
keep your thoughts in mind should the Senate proceed to a vote on either
of these bills.
Once again, thank you for sharing your views. If you have any
additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my
Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841.
Wishing you a happy 2012.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
Further information about my position on issues of concern to California
and the Nation are available at my website, Feinstein.senate.gov
e-mail updates by subscribing to my e-mail list. Click here to sign up.
checkout my YouTube Page.
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D, CA] on February 03, 2012.
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein responding to your message
Dear Lauren:
Thank you for contacting me to express your opposition to the
"Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of
Intellectual Property Act," commonly known as the "PROTECT IP Act."
The "PROTECT IP Act" (S. 968) gives copyright and trademark owners and
the U.S. Department of Justice authority to take action against websites
"dedicated to infringing activities." These are websites that have "no
significant use other than engaging in, enabling, or facilitating"
copyright infringement, the sale of goods with a counterfeit trademark,
or the evasion of technological measures designed to protect against
copying. I'm sorry to say that theft of intellectual property is a
major problem and has primarily adversely affected the American motion
picture industry.
I voted for the "PROTECT IP Act" when it came before the Senate
Judiciary Committee, but I always had reservations about several aspects
of the bill.
First, I oppose censorship and am working to make sure the bill protects
First Amendment rights to free speech. In addition, as far back as
2010, I raised concerns about the website blocking provision. I was
pleased Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-VT) announced this
provision would be removed from the bill. I was also concerned that the
overbroad language of the bill could encompass non-pirate websites and
filed an amendment to fix this problem. Finally, I worked to alleviate
undue burdens on Internet advertising services and to minimize the risk
of litigation on growing technology businesses.
On May 26, 2011, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the "PROTECT IP
Act" by voice vote for consideration by the full Senate. Senate
Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) announced on January 20, 2012, that he
was postponing a procedural vote on this bill. I believe postponing
this vote was the right thing to do. In order to move forward, the bill
must be changed to prevent it from harming legitimate businesses and
Internet users in the process of protecting copyrights and trademarks.
In other words, the bill must be fair and balanced.
In mid-January, I convened a meeting in San Francisco with Google,
Yahoo! and Facebook to hear valid concerns of high-tech businesses and
public interest groups. I have spoken again with leaders at Google
about a path forward on this bill. My goal is to do everything I can to
bring all sides together - including copyright owners, high-tech and my
colleagues - to produce a fair and balanced bill.
As you may be aware, Representative Lamar Smith (R-TX) has introduced
the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (H.R. 3261), which is similar to the
"PROTECT IP Act", in the House of Representatives. Please know I will
keep your thoughts in mind should the Senate proceed to a vote on either
of these bills.
Once again, thank you for sharing your views. If you have any
additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my
Washington, D.C. office at (202) 224-3841.
Wishing you a happy 2012.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
Further information about my position on issues of concern to California
and the Nation are available at my website, Feinstein.senate.gov
e-mail updates by subscribing to my e-mail list. Click here to sign up.
checkout my YouTube Page.
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Barbara Boxer [D, CA] on February 22, 2012.
Responding to Your Message
Dear Ms. Vargas:
Thank you for writing to me regarding S.968, the PROTECT Intellectual Property Act (PIPA). I appreciate hearing from you.
As you may know, the bill's authors are now working to address the issues and concerns that have been raised.
I am hopeful that Congress can develop legislation that will prevent piracy and the theft of intellectual property while also maintaining the openness and innovation of the Internet that has made it such a vital engine of communication, creativity, and economic growth.
Be assured that I will keep your views in mind as the Senate continues to consider this vital issue.
Again, thank you for writing to me. Please feel free to contact me in the future about issues of concern to you.
Sincerely,
Barbara Boxer
United States Senator
Please do not respond to this message. If you would like to comment on legislation, please visit my website and use the correspondence form at https://www.boxer.senate.gov/en/contact/policycomments.cfm.
Thank you for writing to me regarding S.968, the PROTECT Intellectual Property Act (PIPA). I appreciate hearing from you.
As you may know, the bill's authors are now working to address the issues and concerns that have been raised.
I am hopeful that Congress can develop legislation that will prevent piracy and the theft of intellectual property while also maintaining the openness and innovation of the Internet that has made it such a vital engine of communication, creativity, and economic growth.
Be assured that I will keep your views in mind as the Senate continues to consider this vital issue.
Again, thank you for writing to me. Please feel free to contact me in the future about issues of concern to you.
Sincerely,
Barbara Boxer
United States Senator
Please do not respond to this message. If you would like to comment on legislation, please visit my website and use the correspondence form at https://www.boxer.senate.gov/en/contact/policycomments.cfm.
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on March 07, 2012.
Congressman Farr's Spring Enewsletter
March 7, 2012
Lauren Vargas
332 Younglove Avenue
Santa Cruz, California 95060-5350
Dear Lauren:
As we get ready to welcome the spring, I wanted to take the time to
provide you with an update about the issues I am working on in
Washington that are affecting our communities on the Central Coast.
As always, please feel free to share this information with friends and
neighbors. I also want to invite you to visit my website for more
information, and to follow me on Facebook and Twitter to share your
thoughts on issues facing our communities.
KEY ISSUES
Mending America's Economy:
America's economy is on the mend from the worst financial meltdown since
the Great Depression. We have seen important signs of growth, but we
aren't out of the woods just yet: unemployment in California is around
11% and people across the country are still struggling to put food on
their tables and keep roofs over their heads. Clearly, there is more to
be done, Read more.
Making Progress on Foreclosures:
Our economic recovery is directly tied to a recovery of the housing
market, as well as the ability to help families stay in their homes. The
recently announced $25 billion settlement between the state attorneys
general and the nation's five largest banks offers our communities
another step to recovery. Find out what the deal means for you. Read
More
A Commitment to our Veterans:
The debt that we owe to our nation's veterans is immeasurable. As a
member of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations
Subcommittee, I have continued to champion the cause of veterans on the
Central Coast and across the country. Read more
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Supporting Agriculture:
The 5-year Federal Farm Bill impacts multiple sectors of our economy,
not to mention our nation's food supply. Delaying a Farm Bill creates
unnecessary uncertainty for people who receive nutrition assistance, for
farmers making production and planting decisions, and for food and farm
businesses planning to grow, hire employees, and access new markets.
Read More.
Animal Welfare and Good Economics:
As an advocate for agriculture and animal welfare, I am proud to be a
co-sponsor of the Egg Products Inspection Act Amendments of 2012, a
common-sense bill that will help farmers, consumers, and animals. This
legislation is proof that animal welfare and what's good for industry
economics are not mutually exclusive. Read More.
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Preserving Healthy Marine Ecosystems:
America's coasts define the landscape across which a critical national
discussion is unfolding. Along the Central Coast, our economy depends
on healthy marine ecosystems, and I remain committed to preserving the
health and integrity of our ocean and coasts. Read More.
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RESOURCES YOU CAN USE
Stay Connected
Everyday our nation's capital is swirling with activity and debate over
issues critical to our communities. To help keep you up to date on
what's going on in Washington and on the Central Coast, I invite you to
follow me on Facebook and Twitter-two great forums to view quick
information and share your thoughts and opinions. Read More.
Are You Visiting Washington, DC?
If you're visiting our nation's capital, I am ready to help you plan a
memorable trip! My staff can help reserve tours for many of the most
popular sites in DC including the White House, the National Archives,
the Library of Congress, the Supreme Court, the Pentagon, the Kennedy
Center and the Department of State Diplomatic Reception Rooms. Read
More.
Thank you for taking the time to read my update, and I look forward to
seeing you on the Central Coast.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
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This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Sam Farr [D, CA-20] on August 07, 2012.
Congressman Farr's Summer Newsletter
August 7, 2012
Ms. Lauren Vargas
332 Younglove Avenue
Santa Cruz, California 95060-5350
Dear Lauren:
As Congress heads into the August recess, I want to take this
opportunity to update you on the issues that I'm working on to make our
Central Coast a better place. After reading this Newsletter, I hope
you'll think about the issues that matter to you most and please keep
in touch. You can always call, email or write me a letter and I'll do
my best to respond. You can also receive real time updates by "liking"
my facebook page here
following me on Twitter: @RepSamFarr
Hearing from you and listening to your comments helps me better
represent our needs in Congress. I am honored to serve you and look
forward to working together in the future!
BUILDING THE MIDDLE CLASS
One of my top priorities is stabilizing our economy and creating jobs
for the hardworking women and men living on California's Central Coast.
We in Congress must do everything in our power to shore up the middle
class and provide Americans with the support they need to provide for
themselves and their families. Read more.
AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE
In June, the Supreme Court handed down its decision that found the
health care reform law - the Affordable Care Act (ACA) - to be
constitutional, with one exception. If you recall, the Court was asked
to determine two things: whether the individual mandate was allowed,
and whether the Medicaid expansion could be imposed on states. Read
more.
INVESTMENTS IN EDUCATION
Investing the future and ensuring our students are well prepared is
incredibly important. We must invest in our schools to provide all our
students with the resources, skills and training they need to be
leaders in our global economy. We can no longer expect our students to
win the future if we don't give them the building blocks for success.
Read more.
SAVING HOMES
As our economy recovers, stabilizing our housing market and getting
homeowners the support they need is vital. Earlier this year, you may
recall that the CA state Attorney General and the nation's five largest
banks agreed to a $25 billion settlement for mortgage loan servicing
and foreclosure abuses. These funds should provide important assistance
for the struggling housing market and homeowners whose loans are owned
or serviced by one of the five largest mortgage lenders may qualify for
assistance. Read more.
OUR NEXT GREAT NATIONAL PARK
The Pinnacles have long been a special place for Central Coast families
to explore. The majestic volcanic spires and soaring condors create
lasting memories for visitors coming to experience this California gem.
We now have a real chance to elevate the Pinnacles into a National
Park. By placing it on the same level as other great parks, like
Yosemite or Death Valley, generations of tourists will want to visit
this natural wonder. Read more.
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WORKING FOR LOCAL FARMERS
People often ask 'Why do we need a Farm Bill?' Most of us on the
Central Coast understand how important a stable agriculture community
is to our lives and our economy. But still many people do not fully
understand exactly what the Farm Bill does. Read more.
CLEAN ENERGY SECURITY
To ignore mankind's contribution to climate change is perilous and
Congress must invest in clean, renewable and sustainable energy
technologies. Right here along our Central Coast, Fort Hunter Liggett
was selected as one of six pilot installations for the U.S. Army
net-zero energy program. Read more.
PROTECTING OUR OCEANS
Our Central Coast district is beautiful and our oceans are critical for
so many - surfers, swimmers, fisherman, scientists, students - and it's
a real boost for brining tourism dollars into our local economy. Since
the tsunami that rocked Japan last year, debris is edging closer and
closer to our coast. Already, a 66-foot dock washed ashore in Oregon
and an abandoned Japanese fishing boat has been found off the coast of
Washington. Read more.
PREVENTING ANIMAL CRUELTY
Animals play important roles in so many of our lives and I am proud of
my record as a strong supporter of animal rights efforts to end the
abuse of all animals. In fact, the Humane Society of the United States
recently named me the "Humane Legislator of the Year" for work done to
promote animal rights. Read more.
CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA
To help keep you up to date on what's going on in Washington, follow me
on Facebook and Twitter-two great forums for quick information and to
share your thoughts and opinions. You can join the conversation on
Facebook by clicking "Like" at facebook.com/RepSamFarr
@RepSamFarr.
VISITING WASHINGTON, DC
If you're visiting our nation's capital, I am ready to help you plan a
memorable trip! My staff can help reserve tours for many of the most
popular sites in DC including the White House, the National Archives,
the Library of Congress, the Supreme Court, the Pentagon, the Kennedy
Center and the Department of State Diplomatic Reception Rooms. Read
more.
Thanks for taking the time to read this Newsletter and hopefully this
information is useful. If there's something you have a question about,
or want more information, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
SAM FARR
Member of Congress
SF/ima
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