Press Releases
Rep. Sara Jacobs Hosted Ranking Member Adam Smith in San Diego to Hear Directly from Military Child Care Providers, Leadership, and Industry Partners
Earlier this week, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) hosted House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (WA-09) in San Diego to hear from military child care providers and military spouses, meet with military leaders and industry partners, and gain insight into the military’s capabilities and shipbuilding needs. Download Pictures Here On Monday, the lawmakers visited Naval Special Warfare Command headquarters to learn more about their capabilities and training facilities. … Continue Reading
March 13, 2023
Reps. Jacobs and Velázquez Call on DEA to Act to Mitigate ADHD Medication Shortage
Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA)Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) led 20 members of Congress seeking information from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) on agency plans to alleviate the nationwide shortages of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication. During the COVID-19 pandemic, diagnoses for ADHD and related prescription rates exploded, due in part to prescriptions from telehealth providers who helped meet the need for care. This growth sent demand for ADHD medication … Continue Reading
March 08, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Says Congress Partially to Blame for Afghanistan Withdrawal By Underfunding State Department and Abdicating War Powers
During a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing today on U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan concluding the longest war in American history, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) said that Congress was partially to blame for systematically underfunding the State Department and abdicating its war powers authority. Watch Video of Rep. Sara Jacobs Here Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said: “Thank you Mr. Chairman. First, I want to thank all of our panelists for your service to our country both if … Continue Reading
March 06, 2023
Reps. Sara Jacobs, Juan Vargas, and Scott Peters Celebrate $3.4 Million in Federal Funds for San Diego Community College District
Representatives Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Juan Vargas (CA-52), and Scott Peters (CA-50) joined San Diego Community College District Chancellor Carlos Cortez, Mesa College President Ashanti Hands, and student and community leaders today at Mesa College to celebrate $3.4 million in federal funding for the San Diego Community College District. The lawmakers secured funds for three projects at the San Diego Community College District including: Rep. Jacobs secured $1.2 million to … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Jacobs, Wyden, and Hirono Push to Close Loopholes Allowing Federal Assistance for Abortion Surveillance
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51), U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) are pushing to close loopholes allowing local and state law enforcement to use federal assistance for abortion surveillance. The lawmakers led 30 colleagues in a letter to President Biden and Vice President Harris urging the Administration to uphold its commitment to reproductive rights and take all necessary steps to ensure federal resources, including those administered through the … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Joins Care Can’t Wait Rally to Push for Big and Bold Federal Investments in Care Economy
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) joined parents, caregivers, caregiving advocates, and federal lawmakers today at the Care Can’t Wait rally to call for big and bold federal investments in the care economy, including child care, paid leave, and care for older adults and people with disabilities. Download Photos of Rep. Sara Jacobs at the Care Can’t Wait Rally Here In her remarks, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said: “As a 34-year-old woman, most of my conversations revolve around families … Continue Reading
February 24, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Statement on 1 Year Anniversary of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
In recognition of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) released the following statement: “Over the past year, Russia has blatantly defied the rules-based international order - violating sovereignty, waging an unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression, and targeting civilians and their infrastructure. On top of that, the consequences of Russia’s invasion have reached far beyond Ukraine, worsening the threat of hunger and starvation … Continue Reading
February 24, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Joins Bipartisan Resolution on Upcoming Elections in Nigeria
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA-51), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, joined Congressman Colin Allred (D-TX-32), Congressman John James (R-MI-10), and Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ-04) in introducing a bipartisan resolution on the upcoming elections in Nigeria. The resolution reiterates the need to strengthen the ties between the U.S. and Nigeria, to work to reduce violence, voter intimidation and disinformation as well as urge cooperation to ensure … Continue Reading
February 16, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Statement on DoD’s Efforts to Strengthen Service Members’ Access to Reproductive Care
Following the Department of Defense’s announcement today strengthening access to reproductive care for service members, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) released the following statement: “Even though our service members volunteered to serve in our Armed Services, they didn’t volunteer to give up their reproductive rights. In the post-Roe era, that’s the new reality for service members who don’t necessarily get to choose where they are stationed and could live in states that are hostile to … Continue Reading
February 15, 2023
Reps. Sara Jacobs, Chris Smith Push Biden Administration to Rescind $1 Billion Arms Deal with Nigeria
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, and Congressman Chris Smith (NJ-04), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations, urged the Biden Administration to rescind its nearly $1 billion arms sale with Nigeria, following reports of the country’s alleged forced abortion program, targeting of children, and numerous human rights abuses. In a letter to President … Continue Reading
February 15, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs and USD President James T. Harris III Celebrate Federal Funds for USD’s VIP Lab Fellows Program
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) and the University of San Diego (USD) President James T. Harris III celebrated $580,000 in federal funding for the USD’s Violence, Inequality, and Power (VIP) Lab Fellows Program. The VIP Lab examines how different socio-political inequalities intersect, creating systemic issues that often facilitate violence and manipulate understandings of how to address it. The funding secured by Rep. Jacobs will help expand and extend the VIP Lab’s work by launching a new … Continue Reading
February 14, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs, Sen. Dick Durbin Push DoD to Address Areas of Concern in Law of War Manual that Could Increase Civilian Harm
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, sent a letter today to Caroline Krass, General Counsel of the Department of Defense, urging that the Department, during its ongoing Law of War Manual review, address areas of concern that could potentially contribute to civilian harm and mischaracterize the United States’ international legal obligations. The lawmakers also called for an external advisory panel to work with civil … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Will Serve As Vice Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) announced today that she will serve as Vice Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus in the 118th Congress. As Vice Chair, Congresswoman Jacobs will support the Caucus’ mission to promote equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics. “My trans brother and gender non-conforming sibling have made such a big, positive impact on my life, inspiring me to be braver, live freer, and always be myself,” said … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Elected Ranking Member of House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa
After being elected Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) released the following statement: “The African continent has long been ignored, neglected, and exploited by the international community, especially by the West, largely receiving attention in only the most dire circumstances and through a paternalistic approach. But the world’s youngest continent - and one of the most populous - is shaping its own destiny and that of the … Continue Reading
February 08, 2023
Rep. Sara Jacobs Co-Leads Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s Child Care for Every Community Act
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) in introducing the Child Care for Every Community Act. The bicameral legislation would ensure that every family has access to high-quality, affordable child care and early learning opportunities by establishing a network of federally-supported, locally administered child care options. Watch Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Floor Speech Here On the House Floor, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs … Continue Reading
January 30, 2023
Jacobs, Bonamici Lead Call for Investment in Child Care, Early Childhood Education
Today Sara Jacobs (D-CA) and Congresswomen Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) led nearly 70 Members in calling on the Biden administration to make affordable, high quality child care and early childhood education a top priority in the President’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget by providing no less than $390 billion, matching the level in the House-passed Build Back Better Act. The amount included in the House-passed Build Back Better Act would make significant progress toward addressing the care economy’s … Continue Reading
January 24, 2023
Reps. Sara Jacobs Co-Leads Introduction of Bipartisan Bill to Combat Veteran Homelessness
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) joined Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-05), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), and Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) in introducing bipartisan legislation to combat veteran homelessness in San Diego and across the country. The Return Home to Housing Act would raise the Department of Veterans Affairs’ reimbursement rate for service providers supplying transitional housing to veterans, allowing them to increase their reach and assistance. “Everyone - especially those who have … Continue Reading
January 24, 2023
Reps. Sara Jacobs and Anna Eshoo Introduce Bill to Strengthen HIPAA in Post-Roe Era
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (CA-16) today introduced the Secure Access for Essential Reproductive (SAFER) Health Act to strengthen the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the post-Roe era. The legislation would prohibit medical providers from disclosing personal health information related to pregnancy termination or loss without patient consent. Recently, an Indiana doctor … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Secures Wins for San Diego, Children in Omnibus; Votes Yes
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) voted today to pass the omnibus package that funds the federal government and includes her provisions of $16 million for 14 San Diego community projects, $300 million to address the Tijuana River Valley crisis, $800 million for cities like San Diego to care for migrants and asylum seekers, a $1.85 billion increase to expand child care access to low-income families, and more. The package now heads to President Biden’s desk for his signature. Congresswoman … Continue Reading
December 21, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Statement on President Zelenskyy’s Address to Congress
Following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s address to a Joint Meeting of Congress, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) released the following statement: “It was incredible to witness history and welcome President Zelenskyy to Congress. The United States’ continued support for Ukraine against Russia’s unprovoked aggression must remain a top priority. We need to see Ukraine through this winter, the end of this conflict, and the eventual reconstruction and recovery. That’s why I’m glad … Continue Reading