Around the District

Veterans Outreach
Last Saturday my staff got an early start to help our local veterans at the AV Veterans Outreach at Grace Chapel. What a great resource for our local service members!

Staff at Veterans Outreach at Grace Chapel

Army Birthday in Simi Valley
Thank you to everyone who made it to last week’s U.S. Army Birthday Celebration in Simi Valley. The oldest and youngest Army member in the room cut the cake together with an Army saber.

Celebrating the Army’s Birthday in Simi Valley

Flag Day
Great Flag Day celebration last Tuesday at the Joe Davies Heritage Airpark in Palmdale. Thank you to the combined Color Guard from Knight High School Jr. Air Force ROTC, Highland High School Air Force Jr. ROTC, Antelope Valley Sea Cadets and the Antelope Valley Young Marines for the presentation of the Colors.

Flag Day in Antelope Valley

Tele Town Hall
We had a great live Tele Town Hall last Wednesday with folks in the Santa Clarita Valley. Topics of discussion ranged from water to military spending and everything in between. Two weeks ago we did one in Simi Valley. If you missed these, don’t worry- there will be plenty more in the coming weeks. A big thanks for everyone who listened in and participated!

Chatting with Santa Clarita residents last Wednesday night

California State Society
On Friday I had a great discussion with business owners and fellow legislators about the future of e-commerce in California at the California State Society Golden State Luncheon.

Speaking about the future of e-Commerce in California

AVBOT Installation
It was an honor to serve as Master of Ceremonies for the Antelope Valley Board of Trade Installation this weekend. Thank you to Josh Mann for a great year as President and congratulations to Kelly Kennerknecht Hanley as the incoming President.

Military Academy Night
On Saturday night we held a ceremony and reception to honor this year’s appointees to our military service academies in California’s 25th District. Congratulations to all of the fine students who earned this tremendous honor- the leaders of tomorrow are starting today right here in our community.

Congratulations to this year’s Appointees!

Around the Capitol

A Penny for Your Thoughts
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Speaking at the AVIATION Forum about my aeronautics bill

Terrific ToursThe Aeronautics Innovation Act
Last Tuesday I introduced H.R. 5466, the Aeronautics Innovation Act, which lays out a bold vision to revitalize America’s commitment to the study, design, and manufacturing of advanced aircraft. Our aeronautics programs sustain our military dominance and fuel the next great leaps in the civil air transportation system on which all Americans rely. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress, with the relevant agencies, and with our partners in the private sector to make this vision a reality. Read more here.

Thank you to the Meraz family from Palmdale and the Borjas family from Santa Clarita for stopping by my DC Office last week. It was great meeting all of you! Visit my websiteto learn about how my office can help set up tours for you and your family in Washington, DC.

The Borjas Family outside my DC office

The Meraz Family in Washington, DC

St. Francis Dam Memorial Bill Headed to the House Floor
Exciting news! The Saint Francis Dam Disaster National Memorial Act passed the House Natural Resources Committee on Wednesday with unanimous, bipartisan support. It is now on its way to the House floor. More here.

The Best Defense…
On June 16th I was proud to vote in support of H.R. 5293, the Department of Defense appropriations bill for FY 2017.This legislation supports our men and women in the military by giving them a much-deserved pay raise and the tools they need to protect our country and our way of life. Not only does it fully fund programs that will defend our nation in the 21st century like the B-21 and the Triton, which are both manufactured by our neighbors right here in our community, it also provides our military with the resources they need to continue the fight against terrorists organizations.

Calling All Interns
My D.C. office is currently accepting applications for our Fall Internship Program. If you know anyone who is interested in politics or policy, enjoys a fun and fast-paced work environment, and is looking to improve their job skills in our nation’s capital, tell them to check us out! For more information and to apply, visit my website here.

Around the Corner

Newsboys in Concert
June 22, 3:00-9:30PM
Cougar Stadium at College of the Canyons, Rockwell Canyon Road, Valencia

Raising Valley Fever Awareness
June 25, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Antelope Valley Hospital Community Resource Center, 44151 15th Street West, Lancaster

Johnson Smooth Jazz Festival
June 25, 3:00-10:00PM
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 West Avenue H, Lancaster

7th Annual Barn Bash presented by the Antelope Valley Fair Livestock Council
June 25, 5:00-10:00PM
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 West Avenue H, Lancaster

Family Camp Out in the Park
June 25-26
Houghton-Schreiber Park, 4333 Township Avenue, Simi Valley

Marble Run Mania
June 28, 3:30-5:00PM
Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main Street, Newhall

Cancer Moonshot Summit
June 29, 9:00AM-1:00PM
The Master’s College, 21726 Placerita Canyon Road, Santa Clarita