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Today, Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) spoke in support of the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (HALT Fentanyl Act), emphasizing the importance of stopping the drug crisis in America, saving lives from being lost to fentanyl, and supporting our local, state, and national law enforcement. This legislation (H.R. 27) would classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances, which are highly addictive drugs with no medical use. Soon after Rep. Fong’s remarks, the HALT Fentanyl Act passed the House by a vote of 312-108.   

Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) was appointed to two important subcommittees in the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for the 119^th Congress. His subcommittee assignments are as follows: Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee; and Research and Technology Subcommittee.

“Congratulations to Sean Duffy, the newly confirmed U.S. Transportation Secretary. I am confident Secretary Duffy will be a strong leader and support improved infrastructure and supply chain operations throughout the nation. He knows that our supply chain is key to a thriving economy and will cut the red tape to get seamless operations and invest in our rail, trucking, and port industries. I look forward to the progress we will see throughout my district and the nation of improved functionality of our transportation and infrastructure.”

“Congratulations to Boom Supersonic on their successful supersonic flight. I am proud to see this innovative technology be tested here in my district. Eastern Kern County is continuing to be a national leader in the aerospace industry. Today’s achievement is important for America and aviation as we continue to innovate and grow our capabilities in the aerospace arena in the United States. The Mojave Air and Space Port and Boom Supersonic are advancing cutting-edge supersonic flight technology to make it useable for all Americans.” 

“On Friday, I thanked President Trump as he laid out a sensible plan to secure water for Californians. His directives will ensure that California is using all resources possible to deliver an ample supply of water to families and farmers throughout the state, including to the Central Valley. As wildfires continue to ravage communities in our fire-prone state, it is important that we do everything we can to enhance California’s water supply, improve water infrastructure, and ensure proper water storage now and into the future.

Today, Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) spoke in support of the Fix Our Forests Act, emphasizing this bill’s importance to the Central Valley and the wildfires currently plaguing California. This legislation prioritizes proactive forest management to help prevent the massive destruction of wildfires. Soon after Rep. Fong’s remarks, the Fix Our Forests Act passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 279-141. 

Read his full speech below or click here to watch his remarks.  

This week, Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) was appointed to three important subcommittees in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for the 119^th Congress. His subcommittee assignments are as follows: Highways and Transit Subcommittee; Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee; and Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee. 

Today, Rep. Vince Fong testified before the Ways & Means Committee highlighting the importance of extending the Trump Tax Cuts to the Central Valley. He emphasized America’s need for a tax code that allows taxpayers to provide for their families and invest in communities. Read his full testimony below or click here to watch his remarks. 

“Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for hosting this opportunity for Members to share their thoughts on tax reform.