Open Congress : News Articles for Rep. Jim Costa [D, CA-20]

CONGRESS, 21ST DISTRICT: Valadao thrives, emerges as favorite

2012-06-02T17:02:20Z

Unlike Gilmore, who quickly soured on Sacramento politics, Valadao thrived. So much so, he’s running for Congress now that redistricting has pushed Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, into another area. The top two candidates will advance to a November runoff.

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Crop insurance and the next farm bill

2012-06-01T01:00:00Z

...strong overreach into the agents’ world.” “That was pretty shocking to the members. You certainly don’t often see (California Rep. Jim) Costa — who isn’t a member of the subcommittee — come to the hearing to specifically talk about that. H

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Election notebook: Latinos come out for Hmong-American congressional candidate

2012-06-01T01:00:00Z

Blong Xiong , a candidate for the new 21st Congressional District, announced the co-chairs of his Latinos for Blong effort with a campaign stop in Bakersfield Thursday . Former state Assemblyman Juan Arambula and former Shafter Mayor Fran Florez will ser

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Crop Insurance And The Next Farm Bill

2012-05-30T17:13:03Z

For more, see here. “That was pretty shocking to the members. You certainly don’t often see (California Rep. Jim) Costa – who isn’t a member of the subcommittee – come to the hearing to specifically talk about that. Having testified many times ..

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News: At a Glance

2012-05-30T07:18:55Z

California pest and disease management Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, announced $15.5 million in Farm Bill funding to help Valley farmers and growers fight the spread of pests and plant diseases. This funding will go to 20 projects aimed at preventing and ...

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Crop insurance and the next farm bill

2012-05-30T01:00:00Z

...into the agents’ world.” “That was pretty shocking to the members. You certainly don’t often see (California Rep. Jim) Costa – who isn’t a member of the subcommittee – come to the hearing to specifically talk about that. Having testified m

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LOIS HENRY: Charity helps veteran gain a new smile, set of choppers

2012-05-30T01:00:00Z

...was a chore. Smiling was out. He and his family searched for help but every avenue led nowhere -- until they contacted Rep. Jim Costa's Bakersfield office and spoke with staffer Kim Schaefer. She was so moved by a letter his sister had written and by me

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Crop insurance and the next farm bill

2012-05-30T01:00:00Z

Heroes Memorialized At Services Across The Valley

2012-05-28T21:04:29Z

There are 144 more of the larger casket flags. Nearly three hundred paid there respects here this morning... Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno: "The purpose for which we are here today is clear. To remember those who have sacrificed their lives on behalf ...

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Santa Nella Memorial Day service pays a solemn tribute

2012-05-28T04:00:51Z

He is part of the honor guard. Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, was one of the speakers who paid tribute to those who served their country. "Our Valley and our nation owe an immeasurable debt of gratitude to these men and women who have so selflessly ...

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11 seek three seats on Porterville City Council

2012-05-28T01:00:00Z

...incumbent Andreas Borgeas, who decided to run for the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Two years ago, Democratic Rep. Jim Costa escaped with a razor-thin win in his bid for a fourth term in Congress. Two first-term Kings County supervisors are seekin

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Ron Orozco: Faith events honors Memorial Day

2012-05-26T01:00:00Z

...Day events. -- A Memorial Day potluck luncheon is at noon May 26 at the Northwest Church worship center, 5415 N. West Ave. Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, is the main speaker. Members of Central Valley Blue Star Moms, an organization that supports U.S. troops

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Ron Orozco: Faith events honors Memorial Day

2012-05-25T21:58:09Z

A Memorial Day potluck luncheon is at noon May 26 at the Northwest Church worship center, 5415 N. West Ave. Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, is the main speaker. Members of Central Valley Blue Star Moms, an organization that supports U.S. troops and ...

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Costa Announces $2.2 Million for Fresno Public Transportation

2012-05-25T14:05:42Z

May 25, 2012 (Congressional Documents and Publications/ContentWorks via COMTEX) -- Fresno, CA- Rep. Jim Costa announced today that Fresno will receive $2.2 million for improvements to public transit in Fresno. The funds were made available ...

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Our View: Two for new congressional district

2012-05-25T01:48:24Z

The Democrats are incumbent Jim Costa of Fresno and Lorraine Goodwin of Madera ... Costa understands the valley history and needs in a way that makes him a very effective representative. He has worked closely with Cardoza in pushing for a ...

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Costa, Whelan best choices for new 16th Congressional

2012-05-24T21:45:01Z

EDITORIAL: Costa, Valadao, Xiong, Nunes for Valley Congressional seats

2012-05-24T02:54:01Z

On June 5, voters across the Valley will have several choices in Congressional districts. We recommend Rep. Jim Costa in the 16th Congressional District, Assembly Member David Valadao and Fresno City Council Member Blong Xiong in the 21st ...

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EDITORIAL: Costa, Valadao, Xiong, Nunes for Valley Congressional seats

2012-05-24T02:54:01Z

Redistricting roundup: Dems net 3 seats

2012-05-19T13:58:30Z

On the flip side, the Fresno-area CA-21, currently Dem-held, got turned redder, and then got left open thanks to a Dennis Cardoza retirement and Jim Costa district-swap ... a rematch with Democratic ex-Rep. Dan Maffei in a district that ...

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C.A.R. Commends California Congressional Members for Introducing Bill to Stop Bulk REO Sales in California

2012-05-18T15:18:26Z

The introduction of the bill follows on the heels of a letter Congressman Gary Miller and 18 other California ... Grace Napolitano, Judy Chu, Jim Costa, Adam Schiff, Barbara Lee, and Howard Berman.

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