My Letter to Congress: H.R.2749 Food Safety Enhancement Act 
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November 21, 2011
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H.R.2749 Food Safety Enhancement Act.
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Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D, CA] Vote on Passage of H.R.2749: Not Voted Yet -
Rep. Nancy Pelosi [D, CA-8] Vote on Passage of H.R.2749: -
Sen. Barbara Boxer [D, CA] Vote on Passage of H.R.2749: Not Voted Yet
H.R.2749 Food Safety Enhancement Act
I am writing as your constituent in the 8th Congressional district of California. I am writing as your constituent in the 8th Congressional district of California. I oppose H.R.2749 - Food Safety Enhancement Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
Jon David Peterson
Sincerely,
Jon David Peterson
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Nancy Pelosi [D, CA-8] on November 21, 2011.
Reply from Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi
Thank you for contacting my office. Your comments and views are important to me.
For constituents of California's 8th Congressional District who have included their name and postal address, I will respond to your message as quickly as possible.
For constituents of California's 8th Congressional District who have included their name and postal address, I will respond to your message as quickly as possible.
This letter was a reply from the office of Rep. Nancy Pelosi [D, CA-8] on December 22, 2011.
Working for San Francisco and the Nation
December 22, 2011
Dear Friends:
After nearly a year in the majority, House Republicans have yet to address the number one priority of the American people – job creation. Instead of working to put the American people back to work, their time as leaders in Congress has been marked by missed opportunities and made-up crises. In order to protect tax breaks for the wealthy and those that ship jobs overseas, they have failed to bring forth a jobs agenda and have focused their efforts on proposals that undermine programs working to preserve the health, education and well-being of all Americans. This past spring, House Democrats stood united against the Republican effort to end Medicare as we know it. Their plan immediately raises costs for seniors, cuts funding for Medicare and forces many vulnerable seniors and people with disabilities to buy private insurance with a voucher that decreases in value each year.
My Democratic colleagues and I are committed to initiatives that promote job creation, strengthen the middle class, and reduce our deficit. Over the last three months, I have met with over 50 small businesses to get their perspective on how we can best foster the creation of jobs and aid our economic recovery. Our “Make It In America” initiative, working alongside President Obama’s American Jobs Act, will invest in innovation and technology, level the playing field with China and other trading partners, and rebuild our nation’s crumbling infrastructure. Our big, bold, and balanced plans include extending the payroll tax cut and unemployment insurance, measures that put money in the pockets of working families, create jobs and spur economic growth.
It is a privilege to represent San Francisco in Congress. This year, I was proud to help secure a Choice Neighborhoods grant of $30.5 million to redevelop and reinvigorate Hunters Point and to pass into law the America’s Cup Act of 2011 in order to ensure the success of the 34th America’s Cup, hosted by our beautiful city. As we celebrated the long-overdue end of the discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy and the 20th anniversary of the AIDS Memorial Grove this fall, I was pleased to lead my colleagues in filing an Amicus Brief to the Supreme Court arguing against the so-called Defense of Marriage Act. Just last week, we marked the official end to the war in Iraq, bringing our troops home in time for the holidays and ending a war that has cost the American people too much in lives, in dollars, and our reputation around the world.
In the new year, my colleagues and I will continue our efforts to reignite the American dream by building ladders of opportunity and tearing down barriers to success for anyone willing to work hard, play by the rules, and take responsibility. We are committed to strengthening the middle class, empowering our entrepreneurs and creating well-paying jobs. As always, I look forward to hearing from you on this and other issues of concern to you.
Best regards,
Nancy Pelosi
Member of Congress
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Dear Friends:
After nearly a year in the majority, House Republicans have yet to address the number one priority of the American people – job creation. Instead of working to put the American people back to work, their time as leaders in Congress has been marked by missed opportunities and made-up crises. In order to protect tax breaks for the wealthy and those that ship jobs overseas, they have failed to bring forth a jobs agenda and have focused their efforts on proposals that undermine programs working to preserve the health, education and well-being of all Americans. This past spring, House Democrats stood united against the Republican effort to end Medicare as we know it. Their plan immediately raises costs for seniors, cuts funding for Medicare and forces many vulnerable seniors and people with disabilities to buy private insurance with a voucher that decreases in value each year.
My Democratic colleagues and I are committed to initiatives that promote job creation, strengthen the middle class, and reduce our deficit. Over the last three months, I have met with over 50 small businesses to get their perspective on how we can best foster the creation of jobs and aid our economic recovery. Our “Make It In America” initiative, working alongside President Obama’s American Jobs Act, will invest in innovation and technology, level the playing field with China and other trading partners, and rebuild our nation’s crumbling infrastructure. Our big, bold, and balanced plans include extending the payroll tax cut and unemployment insurance, measures that put money in the pockets of working families, create jobs and spur economic growth.
It is a privilege to represent San Francisco in Congress. This year, I was proud to help secure a Choice Neighborhoods grant of $30.5 million to redevelop and reinvigorate Hunters Point and to pass into law the America’s Cup Act of 2011 in order to ensure the success of the 34th America’s Cup, hosted by our beautiful city. As we celebrated the long-overdue end of the discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy and the 20th anniversary of the AIDS Memorial Grove this fall, I was pleased to lead my colleagues in filing an Amicus Brief to the Supreme Court arguing against the so-called Defense of Marriage Act. Just last week, we marked the official end to the war in Iraq, bringing our troops home in time for the holidays and ending a war that has cost the American people too much in lives, in dollars, and our reputation around the world.
In the new year, my colleagues and I will continue our efforts to reignite the American dream by building ladders of opportunity and tearing down barriers to success for anyone willing to work hard, play by the rules, and take responsibility. We are committed to strengthening the middle class, empowering our entrepreneurs and creating well-paying jobs. As always, I look forward to hearing from you on this and other issues of concern to you.
Best regards,
Nancy Pelosi
Member of Congress
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This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Barbara Boxer [D, CA] on December 23, 2011.
Responding to Your Message
Dear Mr. Peterson:
Thank you for taking the time to write and share your views with me. Your comments will help me continue to represent you and other Californians to the best of my ability. Be assured that I will keep your views in mind as the Senate considers legislation on this or similar issues.
If you would like additional information about my work in the U.S. Senate, I invite you to visit my website, http://boxer.senate.gov. From this site, you can access my statements and press releases about current events and pending legislation, request copies of legislation and government reports, and receive detailed information about the many services that I am privileged to provide for my constituents. You may also wish to visit http://thomas.loc.gov to track current and past federal legislation.
Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. I appreciate hearing from 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 taking the time to write and share your views with me. Your comments will help me continue to represent you and other Californians to the best of my ability. Be assured that I will keep your views in mind as the Senate considers legislation on this or similar issues.
If you would like additional information about my work in the U.S. Senate, I invite you to visit my website, http://boxer.senate.gov. From this site, you can access my statements and press releases about current events and pending legislation, request copies of legislation and government reports, and receive detailed information about the many services that I am privileged to provide for my constituents. You may also wish to visit http://thomas.loc.gov to track current and past federal legislation.
Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. I appreciate hearing from 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. Nancy Pelosi [D, CA-8] on February 29, 2012.
My Office Is Here to Help You
February 29, 2012
Dear San Franciscan,
Thank you for the distinct privilege of representing you and the people of San Francisco in Congress for the past 25 years.
As you may be aware, my office provides assistance if you are experiencing difficulty with a federal agency, need help with the federal grants process, or are interested in touring D.C. landmarks. This e-newsletter includes tax tips and information about the many services my office can provide to you. For additional information, you may also visit my website or call my district office at (415) 556-4862.
Tax Tips for 2012
Assistance with Federal Agencies
U.S. Capital & White House Tours
Flag Requests
Federal Grants
Youth Opportunities
I look forward to continuing our work together to reignite the American Dream for our nation and San Franciscans by rebuilding the pillars of American entrepreneurship that have made our economy strong and the 8th district a vibrant community.
Please feel free to forward this information to your family and friends. To learn more about my work in Washington and San Francisco to serve our country and our city, please sign up to receive my electronic updates.
Sincerely,
Member of Congress
Tax Tips for 2012
As the tax deadline of April 17th looms on the horizon, my office would like to pass along a few online tax resources that may help you with your filing process. The IRS website has a host of online tools to help you submit your tax information, track your refund, and more.
Keep in mind the following things for this 2012 tax season:
Updated Tax Tips. Each year, the IRS distributes an updated list of tax tips for filers. The list can be found on the Tax Tips 2012 page on the IRS website.
Cut down on the paperwork. If you make less than $57,000 gross income, you may use Freefile, an IRS tool that allows you to file your tax forms online without the hassle of mailing.
Track your refund. Where’s My Refund? is an online tool that allows taxpayers to track their refunds. To receive your refund faster through setting up direct deposit, click here.
Tax credits for small businesses.In response to the recession, the Democratic-led Congress implemented new tax credits to spur economic growth and recovery. The Small Business Jobs Act and the Affordable Care Act created additional tax credits for small businesses. Click here to see if your small business qualifies for any of the tax cut provisions under the Small Business Jobs Act. Click here to see if you qualify for tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.
Tax credits for students. Parents and students may qualify for the American Opportunity Credit that may be claimed for the first four years of college expenses. Taxpayers are eligible for full credit if they are individuals earning less than $80,000 a year, or a couple earning $160,000 or less. For more information, click here.
Assistance with Federal Agencies
If you are experiencing issues with a federal government agency that is not primarily related to legislation, my office may be able to help. Examples include problems with Social Security, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Medicare, Veterans Affairs or difficulties with immigration and visa applications.
In most cases, federal agencies will be able to directly answer your questions. However, if you have already contacted an agency and are experiencing unusual delays or unsatisfactory service, I would be pleased to aid you in resolving your issue. For more information, please visit my website. If you would like to make an appointment with a caseworker, please contact my district office at (415) 556-4862.
U.S. Capitol & White House Tours
My office is able to coordinate tours of federal agencies and D.C. landmarks. To submit a tour request, please visit my website.
Flag Requests
You may order a flag to be flown over the Capitol here. Flags may be flown for a particular person, event or organization, and may be flown on a specific date. A certificate of recognition is included with each flag.
Federal Grants
There are many organizations that are eligible to apply for government grants. Typically, most grantee organizations fall into the following categories: Non-Profit, For-Profit, Public Housing, Local Government and Educational organizations. To learn more about grants opportunities and various grant seeker panels and workshops in San Francisco, please sign up for my Grants Newsletter. More information about grants can be found at Grants.gov.
Youth Opportunities
My office provides internships for college students in San Francisco and Washington, D.C. An internship with my office presents a variety of opportunities to participate in the daily operations of a Congressional office. If you would like more information, please visit my website.
You're Invited!
In the upcoming months, my office will be hosting several “Congress on Your Corner” events in San Francisco. My staff will be available to offer assistance in resolving issues with federal agencies, such as the Internal Revenue Service, and problems securing Social Security, Medicare or other federal benefits. To receive my electronic updates and information on other upcoming events, please sign up here.
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
10:00am to 2:00pm
Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF)
3200 California Street
Map It!
Thursday, April 19th, 2012
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Stong Room of the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL)
Main Branch
100 Larkin Street
Map It!
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
5:30pm to 8:30pm
SFPL Excelsior Branch
4400 Mission Street (at Cotter)
Map It!
Thursday, May 17th, 2012
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Stong Room of the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL)
Main Branch
100 Larkin Street
Map It!
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012
4:00pm to 6:30pm
SFPL Visitacion Valley Branch
201 Leland Avenue (at Rutland)
Map It!
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Dear San Franciscan,
Thank you for the distinct privilege of representing you and the people of San Francisco in Congress for the past 25 years.
As you may be aware, my office provides assistance if you are experiencing difficulty with a federal agency, need help with the federal grants process, or are interested in touring D.C. landmarks. This e-newsletter includes tax tips and information about the many services my office can provide to you. For additional information, you may also visit my website or call my district office at (415) 556-4862.
Tax Tips for 2012
Assistance with Federal Agencies
U.S. Capital & White House Tours
Flag Requests
Federal Grants
Youth Opportunities
I look forward to continuing our work together to reignite the American Dream for our nation and San Franciscans by rebuilding the pillars of American entrepreneurship that have made our economy strong and the 8th district a vibrant community.
Please feel free to forward this information to your family and friends. To learn more about my work in Washington and San Francisco to serve our country and our city, please sign up to receive my electronic updates.
Sincerely,
Member of Congress
Tax Tips for 2012
As the tax deadline of April 17th looms on the horizon, my office would like to pass along a few online tax resources that may help you with your filing process. The IRS website has a host of online tools to help you submit your tax information, track your refund, and more.
Keep in mind the following things for this 2012 tax season:
Updated Tax Tips. Each year, the IRS distributes an updated list of tax tips for filers. The list can be found on the Tax Tips 2012 page on the IRS website.
Cut down on the paperwork. If you make less than $57,000 gross income, you may use Freefile, an IRS tool that allows you to file your tax forms online without the hassle of mailing.
Track your refund. Where’s My Refund? is an online tool that allows taxpayers to track their refunds. To receive your refund faster through setting up direct deposit, click here.
Tax credits for small businesses.In response to the recession, the Democratic-led Congress implemented new tax credits to spur economic growth and recovery. The Small Business Jobs Act and the Affordable Care Act created additional tax credits for small businesses. Click here to see if your small business qualifies for any of the tax cut provisions under the Small Business Jobs Act. Click here to see if you qualify for tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.
Tax credits for students. Parents and students may qualify for the American Opportunity Credit that may be claimed for the first four years of college expenses. Taxpayers are eligible for full credit if they are individuals earning less than $80,000 a year, or a couple earning $160,000 or less. For more information, click here.
Assistance with Federal Agencies
If you are experiencing issues with a federal government agency that is not primarily related to legislation, my office may be able to help. Examples include problems with Social Security, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Medicare, Veterans Affairs or difficulties with immigration and visa applications.
In most cases, federal agencies will be able to directly answer your questions. However, if you have already contacted an agency and are experiencing unusual delays or unsatisfactory service, I would be pleased to aid you in resolving your issue. For more information, please visit my website. If you would like to make an appointment with a caseworker, please contact my district office at (415) 556-4862.
U.S. Capitol & White House Tours
My office is able to coordinate tours of federal agencies and D.C. landmarks. To submit a tour request, please visit my website.
Flag Requests
You may order a flag to be flown over the Capitol here. Flags may be flown for a particular person, event or organization, and may be flown on a specific date. A certificate of recognition is included with each flag.
Federal Grants
There are many organizations that are eligible to apply for government grants. Typically, most grantee organizations fall into the following categories: Non-Profit, For-Profit, Public Housing, Local Government and Educational organizations. To learn more about grants opportunities and various grant seeker panels and workshops in San Francisco, please sign up for my Grants Newsletter. More information about grants can be found at Grants.gov.
Youth Opportunities
My office provides internships for college students in San Francisco and Washington, D.C. An internship with my office presents a variety of opportunities to participate in the daily operations of a Congressional office. If you would like more information, please visit my website.
You're Invited!
In the upcoming months, my office will be hosting several “Congress on Your Corner” events in San Francisco. My staff will be available to offer assistance in resolving issues with federal agencies, such as the Internal Revenue Service, and problems securing Social Security, Medicare or other federal benefits. To receive my electronic updates and information on other upcoming events, please sign up here.
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
10:00am to 2:00pm
Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF)
3200 California Street
Map It!
Thursday, April 19th, 2012
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Stong Room of the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL)
Main Branch
100 Larkin Street
Map It!
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
5:30pm to 8:30pm
SFPL Excelsior Branch
4400 Mission Street (at Cotter)
Map It!
Thursday, May 17th, 2012
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Stong Room of the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL)
Main Branch
100 Larkin Street
Map It!
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012
4:00pm to 6:30pm
SFPL Visitacion Valley Branch
201 Leland Avenue (at Rutland)
Map It!
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