Around the Capitol

Pope Visit
Last week Pope Francis paid a visit to Washington, D.C. My wife, Lily and I were fortunate enough to witness the Canonization Mass of Blessed Junipero Serra. The next day I attended the first ever Papal address to Congress. The Holy Father presented a simple message that has always been true, the Golden Rule: we must do unto to others as we would have them do unto ourselves. While sometimes my colleagues and I disagree on the best way to go about this, I believe it is crucial that we keep this rule in mind when crafting policy.

Lily and I in front of the crowd gathering to hear Pope Francis speak

Veterans Bills
This week the House passed several pieces of legislation that would go a long way in helping our nation’s veterans and their families, including H.R. 2835, the Border Jobs for Veterans Act of 2015, S. 136, the Gold Star Fathers Act, and H.R. 313, the Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act. For more information, please visit here.

Meeting with the General
It was an honor to sit down with Brigadier General Carl Schaefer in my office yesterday to discuss the current status of my birthplace, Edwards Air Force Base. As a Member of Congress, I am dedicated to looking after the well-being of the service members stationed there and their families.

Brigadier General Schaefer & I in my Capitol Office

Touting Tours
Are you planning a visit to Washington, D.C. in the next year? My office would love to help you out. We can get you tours of the Capitol, White House, and more. For more information, visit here.

AV Mall On August 23rd the Antelope Valley Mall celebrated its 25th Anniversary. My office presented a certificate of recognition to Scott Cummings, the Mall’s General Manager. Congratulations on a great quarter of a century. Celebrating 25 Years at AV Mall Simi Valley Hospital Foundation Gala Last Saturday was the Simi Valley Hospital Foundation Gala. My staff attended and celebrated Simi Valley Hospital, which has provided quality healthcare to the community for 50 years. Welcome to the Neighborhood Last week the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Physical Therapy and Sports opened its doors in the Santa Clarita Valley. Welcome to the neighborhood and good luck! The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Physical Therapy and Sports Grand Opening Blue Ribbon Our community continues its tradition of academic excellence- today the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognized two of our area’s institutions as Exemplary High Performing Schools. Congratulations to Antelope Valley SOAR High School, Academy of the Canyons and Legacy Christian Academy on your achievements! To learn more about the award and the schools, visit here.