Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) spoke to Latino leaders from throughout the country about health and environmental issues impacting Latino families at the National Latino Congreso (Congress) held at the Los Angeles Sheraton Hotel. During her remarks, the congresswoman - who serves on the Appropriations Health Subcommittee in Congress - called for broader support of federal initiatives to address health disparities in the Latino community. The congresswoman emphasized the need for inc... Read more

U.S. Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard will host a free information workshop for high school students interested in attending a U.S. service academy. Students will learn about the academy requirements, including the application process for receiving a nomination from the congresswoman. The academies offer an elite college education at no cost, in exchange for an agreement to serve as a military commissioned officer for five years following graduation from the academy. WHO: High school students... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) thanked Mr. John Jimenez for his valiant service to our country as she presented the Bellflower resident with multiple service medals that he earned during the Korean War while serving in the U.S. Army. During the meeting at her downtown congressional office, Mr. Jimenez told the congresswoman how much he appreciated her assistance in obtaining his medals, which consist of a Good Conduct Medal, a National Defense Service Medal, a Korean Service Medal &... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard joined representatives from the Chinatown Senior Citizen Service Center to commemorate the organization's 30th anniversary. For more than 30 years, the center has provided services to help non-English speaking senior citizens in Los Angeles. The congresswoman thanked the center's board members, staff and volunteers, past and present, for their commitment and dedication to serving seniors at the center and at Cathay Manor, a 350-person senior housing complex in... Read more

Families across the country are worried about high gas prices, skyrocketing health care costs and rising college tuition. And they are concerned about the security of their cities and towns and American soldiers dying in the Iraq War, which has no end in sight. It has never been more clear that our country needs a new direction. I am proud to have worked with other Democratic Members of Congress to unveil a clear, bold plan for a New Direction for America that responds to these urgent concerns o... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) congratulates Justin Woo upon completing an internship in her district office this summer. While volunteering in the congresswoman's office, Justin performed a wide variety of tasks, such as drafting letters, data entry, and research. He also accompanied field staff to briefings and events throughout the 34th Congressional District. Students who live in the 34th Congressional District and are interested in internship opportunities in the congresswoman'... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) congratulates Justin Jeng upon completing an internship in her district office this summer. Justin interned at the office through the Taiwanese American Citizenship League Internship program. While working in the congresswoman's office, Justin performed a wide variety of tasks, such as drafting letters, data entry, and research. He also accompanied field staff to briefings and events throughout the 34th Congressional District. Students who live in the ... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) congratulates Marvin Benitez of Boyle Heights upon completing an internship in her district office this summer. While working in the congresswoman's office, Marvin performed a wide variety of tasks, such as drafting letters, data entry, research and basic clerical duties. He also accompanied field staff to briefings and events throughout the 34th Congressional District. Marvin is a graduate of James A. Garfield High School in East Los Angeles and Loyol... Read more

During an appreciation dinner at Resurrection Church on Opal Street, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) and members of the Resurrection Neighborhood Watch program honored local law enforcement officials who are part of the Hollenbeck Division of the Los Angeles City/County Community Law Enforcement and Recovery (CLEAR) Program who work to combat gang violence in the community. The CLEAR Unit in Boyle Heights consists of representatives from various crime-fighting agencies, including the... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal Allard receives pencil drawings of her father, the late Congressman Edward Roybal, and of herself from Mr. Serafin Venegas who drew the pictures as a gift to the congresswoman for her efforts in helping him to secure medals that he earned during WWII. On August 15, 2002, Mr. Venegas received his Bronze Star Medal, along with other service medals, that he earned for service in the Pacific Asian theatre during WWII. Mr. Venegas, who lives in the central district of Los... Read more