Press Releases
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
December 21, 2022
Reps. Jacobs, Keating, McGovern, and Sen. Leahy Announce Letter to President Biden Calling on the Administration to Review U.S. Policy Towards Cluster Munitions and Prohibit Their Use by the U.S. Military
Today Representative Sara Jacobs (D-CA) joined Chairman Bill Keating (D-MA) of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, Energy, the Environment, and Cyber; Chair Jim McGovern (D-MA) of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission; and Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, in sending a letter to President Biden urging him to review the Administration’s cluster munitions policy. Subsequent to this requested review, the authors are urging the Biden … Continue Reading
December 15, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Argues For New Counterterrorism Approach in Africa and Discusses CODEL to Ukraine with MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell
On MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) discussed her new op-ed in Foreign Policy arguing for a new counterterrorism approach in Africa that focuses on good governance, and her recent congressional delegation trip to Ukraine. Watch Rep. Sara Jacobs Discuss Her Op-Ed Here In reference to her op-ed in Foreign Policy arguing for a new counterterrorism approach that focuses on good governance, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said, “We have a real opportunity right … Continue Reading
December 13, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs and Her Trans Brother Attend White House Signing Ceremony for Respect for Marriage Act
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53), along with her trans brother, Dylan Jacobs, and his wife, Kay Wilson, were at the White House today for the official signing ceremony of the Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404), which will protect marriage equality. This legislation will repeal the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act, protect LGBTQ+ and interracial marriages, and provide additional legal protections for marriage equality. Last week, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs spoke on the House Floor … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Traveled to Ukraine to Reaffirm U.S. Support of Ukraine’s Defense Against Russia
As part of an official bipartisan congressional delegation, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) traveled to Ukraine and Poland to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russia. Congresswoman Jacobs and her colleagues met with embassy and defense officials to discuss military intelligence, special operations, and the importance of U.S. support of Ukraine’s efforts. Led by Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), the congressional delegation also included Reps. … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Joins Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus in Pressing Biden Admin for Transparency Around US Counterterrorism Policy
Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-53) joined Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06) and Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), all members of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, in pressing the Biden Administration for more transparency around current counterterrorism policy. This letter to President Biden comes after reporting that Biden signed a classified policy changing the process regarding counterterrorism drone strikes outside conventional war zones. “As members of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, we … Continue Reading
December 12, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Pens Op-Ed in Foreign Policy on New Approach to Violent Extremism in Africa
Ahead of the White House’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) penned an op-ed in Foreign Policy, entitled “A New U.S. Approach in Africa: Good Governance, Not Guns.” In the piece, Congresswoman Jacobs argues that the U.S. approach to counterterrorism in Africa often relies on partnerships with military forces that commit human rights violations, fueling the violent extremism the U.S. aims to address, and should instead focus on good governance. Read … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Jacobs, Warren Call Out Consulting Firms For Work On Behalf of Foreign Governments
U.S. Representative Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.), a member of the House Armed Services and House Foreign Affairs Committees, and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, sent letters to five Beltway consulting firms requesting information about their work for and on behalf of foreign governments following reporting by the Washington Post revealing that, more than 500 retired U.S. military personal - including scores of generals and admirals” have … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Secures Key Wins in NDAA to Prevent Civilian Casualties, Support Service Members and Military Families, and Strengthen Human Rights, Votes Yes
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) voted to pass the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for the Fiscal Year 2023 (H.Res. 1512) after securing key wins to prevent and ensure transparency of civilian harm, support service members and military families, further transparency of human rights vetting and the Department of Defense’s purchasing of Americans’ location data, support our diplomatic corps, and more. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said: “The strength of our national … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Votes to Pass Respect for Marriage Act
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) voted to pass the Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404), which would preserve marriage equality. This legislation will repeal the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act, protect same-sex and interracial marriages, and provide additional legal protections for marriage equality given continued attacks from Republican electeds in statehouses across the country. Watch Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Speech on the House Floor Here Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said: “This … Continue Reading
December 02, 2022
Reps. Sara Jacobs, Bonamici, and Colleagues Lead Over Half the House Democratic Caucus in Push to Double Child Care Funding in Omnibus
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53); and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Chair of the Education and Labor Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Human Services; are leading more than half of the House Democratic Caucus - 121 House colleagues - in a push to double the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) funding in the end-of-year omnibus package. In a letter to House and Senate Appropriations leaders, the lawmakers called for a total funding increase of $6.17 billion to CCDBG to … Continue Reading
December 01, 2022
House Passes Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Resolution Condemning Use of Hunger as Weapon of War
The House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Sara Jacobs’ (CA-53) resolution (H.Res 922) condemning the use of hunger as a weapon of war and recognizing the effect of conflict on global food security and famine. Russia’s war in Ukraine has left one in three Ukrainian families without enough food - and millions around the world hungry and suffering. Watch Congresswoman Sara Jacobs’ Floor Speech Here Congresswoman Sara Jacobs said: “I rise today in strong support of House … Continue Reading
December 01, 2022
House Passes Rep. Sara Jacobs’ Bipartisan Bill To Rename Rolando Post Office After Former San Diego Rep. Susan Davis
The House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Sara Jacobs’ (CA-53) bipartisan legislation (H.R. 9308) to rename the Rolando post office as the Susan A. Davis Post Office. Congresswoman Jacobs introduced the legislation earlier this month with the support of all 52 of her House colleagues from California, including Speaker Nancy Pelosi, to honor former Congresswoman Susan Davis’ more than 20 years of public service to Rolando and San Diego. Watch Congresswoman Sara Jacobs’ Floor Speech … Continue Reading
December 01, 2022
Rep. Sara Jacobs Elected to Serve as Caucus Leadership Representative
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-53) was elected by her colleagues today to serve as the Caucus Leadership Representative in the 118th Congress, representing the Democratic Members who have served five terms or less at the Democratic House leadership table. At 33 years old, she will serve as the youngest member of Democratic House leadership in the next Congress. “I’m so honored to have earned the support and trust of my colleagues to serve as their Caucus Leadership Representative, and I’m … Continue Reading