Open Congress : News Articles for Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard [D, CA-40]

Los Angeles Rebukes Citizens United Decision - Calls for Constitutional Amendment to Get Big Money out of Politics

2013-05-22T01:00:00Z

...city council, city attorney, and city controller; as well as Rep. Karen Bass, Rep. Tony Cardenas, Rep. Janice Hahn, Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Rep. Adam Schiff, Rep. Brad Sherman and Rep. Henry Waxman. Councilmember Richard AlarcĂł

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House votes to repeal Obamacare — for 37th time

2013-05-17T01:00:00Z

...hit back with some positive words: “No doughnut holes” . . .. “Preventative care saves” . . . “What America wants.” Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-Calif., chimed in: “Improving minority health” . . . and “Gender parity rates.” The Aff

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The closest calls in the 2012 House elections

2013-05-12T01:00:00Z

...were the most Democratic-leaning districts still represented by Republicans (and, conversely, which were the most Republican districts represented by Democrats). That told us half the story about what races might be most competitive next year: yes, it g

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Liza Minnelli Joins NOH8 Campaign (PHOTO)

2013-05-05T01:00:00Z

...to express this love through marriage. I stand strong in my support of the LGBT community and marriage equality." Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.) "Projects like NOH8 are ensuring that marriage equality continues to be in the forefront of our fight

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Members of Congress and Spouses Received $436K in Free Trips During 2 Week Spring Break

2013-04-25T01:00:00Z

...(D-Calif.) and spouse $16,230; Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) $14,712; Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) including spouse $15,220; Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.) and spouse $13,210; Fred Upton (R-Mich.) and spouse $14,002; Greg Walden (R-Ore.) and spouse $14,000, Earl B

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Members of Congress and Spouses Received $436K in Free Trips During Two-Week Spring Break

2013-04-25T01:00:00Z

...D-Calif., and spouse $16,230; Barbara Lee, D-Calif., $14,712; Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., including spouse $15,220; Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-Calif., and spouse $13,210; Fred Upton, R-Mich., and spouse $14,002; Greg Walden, R-Ore., and spouse $14,000, Earl Bl

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Who Remembers Weasel Words? Interpreting Ro Khanna

2013-04-23T01:00:00Z

...Cardenas Brad Sherman Grace Napolitano Henry Waxman Xavier Becerra Gloria McLeod Raul Ruiz Karen Bass Linda Sanchez Lucille Roybal-Allard Mark Takano Maxine Waters Janice Hahn Loretta Sanchez Alan Lowenthal Juan Vargas Scott Peters Khanna first announce

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This Earth Day Stop The Appalachian Health Crisis Caused by Mountain Top Removal

2013-04-22T01:00:00Z

...Rep. Michael Honda (D-CA), Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-PA), Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA), Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME), Rep. Janice Schakowksy (D-IL), Rep. Jim McDermott (D-WA), Rep. Eleanor Holmes No

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Senate Immigration Plan: Senators Unveil New Proposal That Includes Path To Citizenship

2013-04-16T01:00:00Z

...West (R-Fla.) "This is yet another example of executive branch overreach. We have a legislative process that ensures representative governance by the consent of the American people. This action should be crafted into legislation, debated in committee an

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Why Immigration Policy Is ‘Sexclusionary’ (and How To Fix It)

2013-04-10T01:00:00Z

...laws that punish aspiring Americans. Women, in particular, as primary caregivers are deeply affected. California Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard has proposed a fix to this, offering a bill that could be integrated into immigration reform legislation. The bil

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Immigration Bill Deal: Business, Labor Groups Iron Out Differences

2013-03-29T01:00:00Z

CAPAC members urge Senate to protect family-sponsored immigration

2013-03-12T01:00:00Z

...and as such, any immigration reform plan that is comprehensive must not prevent the unification of our families.” Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40): “As we move forward with comprehensive immigration reform, keeping families together must remain a

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212 Members of Congress File Historic Amicus Brief on DOMA Case before U.S. Supreme Court

2013-03-01T01:00:00Z

Washington March 1, 2013 - Today, Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), along with House Democ

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State of South LA's well-being: So-so, according to new rankings

2013-03-01T01:00:00Z

...(No. 66) and healthy behavior (No. 33). It's floundering when it comes to basic access, though, ranking 378th. CA-40 (Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard): Overall: ranked 94th out of 436 districts. Its strong areas are physical health (No. 77) and work environm

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OPINION: Is LA Ready for a Lady Mayor?

2013-02-26T01:00:00Z

...and volunteer—from women. The political action committee Emily’s List supported my candidacy, as did Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard and then-State Assemblyman Louis Caldera. Women from different parts of the country sent me donations. Having a

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Rep. Linda Sánchez authors law to fund gun buybacks

2013-02-22T01:00:00Z

...by Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca, Montebello Police Chief Kevin McClure, Rep. Janice Hahn, D-San Pedro, Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-Commerce and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas. The funds for the proposed grant program would com

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NALEO to Honor U.S. Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen with Award for Outstanding Public Service at 2013 NALEO Edward R. Roybal Legacy Gala

2013-02-21T01:00:00Z

...Emeritus, the late Congressman Edward R. Roybal . This year's Gala attendees will be joined by Roybal's daughter U.S. Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard , as well as tributors U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio , U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart , and City of Miami Mayor Tomas P

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Rep. Linda Sanchez authors law to fund gun buybacks with tax on gun purchases

2013-02-21T01:00:00Z

Mike Coffman: Immigration Reform Should Give Dreamers Path To Citizenship

2013-02-11T01:00:00Z

...John Boehner (R-Ohio) said last week that he would be willing to consider it, though he did not endorse the idea. Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-Fla.) and Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.) plan to introduce a Dream Act later this m

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Deportation's forgotten children

2013-02-11T01:00:00Z

...of respecting human rights. Rep. Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) serves as founder and co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth. Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-East Los Angeles) is also a member of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth....

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