Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) thanks 21-year-old Roberto Novas, a graduate of Bell High School in the 34th Congressional District in Los Angeles, for his helpful assistance as an intern in her Washington, D.C. office this Fall. "Internships in congressional offices provide a unique opportunity for young people to learn first-hand about public service and how our government operates," Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard said. "I am very proud of Roberto. He is among the many bright ... Read more

U.S. Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-Calif., and Nita Lowey, D-N.Y., are the American Public Health Association’s 2009 Distinguished Legislators of the Year. “I extend my sincerest thanks to the American Public Health Association for honoring me with this year’s Public Health Legislator of the Year award,” Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34). “I commend Dr. Georges Benjamin, the organization’s executive director, and the entire APHA organization for your strong voice of advocacy for publi... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34), who is chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Health Care Task Force and a senior member of the Appropriations Subcommittee responsible for funding federal health programs, released the following statement about World AIDS Day: “Today, December 1, we commemorate World AIDS Day – a day to remember those living with HIV/AIDS and those we have lost to this devastating disease. In the 21 years since that first World AIDS Day in 1988, we have made trem... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) visits with more than 200 seniors and families at the Salazar Park Senior Center at 3864 East Whittier Boulevard during the center’s annual Thanksgiving luncheon. The congresswoman passed out 2010 U.S. Capitol Historical Society calendars featuring photos of our nation’s capital. She also reminded residents who have questions or problems with federal agencies to take advantage of her caseworkers’ constituent office hours held at the center on the first... Read more

Congresswoman Roybal-Allard (CA-34 congratulated area senior citizens who are participating in the Retired Seniors and Volunteer Program (RSVP) for earning the President’s Volunteer Service Award. The volunteers from South and Southeast Los Angeles won the honor for completing a group total of 155,350 hours throughout a 12-month period. “It is my sincere honor to be here to say thank you to all the volunteers,” Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard said. “By answering the call to service, your tim... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) voted to provide local firefighters with the tools and resources they need to prevent and fight fires, and keep our communities safe. At a time when many towns and cities are facing budget shortfalls and cuts to basic services, the Fire Grants Reauthorization Act (HR 3791) invests in vital firefighter assistance programs that allow local fire departments to provide training, purchase equipment and vehicles, and hire personnel. The legislation passed th... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard joins community leaders for the official opening ceremony of the Edward R. Roybal Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension light rail. Named after the congresswoman's late father and former congressman, the new six-mile light rail extension connects Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles with Little Tokyo, the Arts District, Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles. The congresswoman led the effort with other key lawmakers to secure the federal commitment necessary to cons... Read more

Health Care for America Now presented Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) with a plaque in recognition of her leadership in support of health care reform and making sure all families in our country have access to quality and affordable health care insurance coverage. Health Care for America Now (HCAN) is the largest health care campaign in the country. At the gathering held at Our Lady Queen of Angels Church in Downtown, the congresswoman made the following remarks: “Good Afternoon! Muy ... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-34) and community members joined Councilman José Huizar on Veterans Day to recognize the late World War II veteran and community activist, Ross Valencia, by naming the pocket park at the corner of 1st and Chicago in his honor. Pictured from left to right: Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard; Councilman José Huizar; Carmen Valencia (Ross’ widow); Hollenbeck Police Division Captain Anita Ortega; and Monsignor John Moretta. During the ceremony, the congresswo... Read more

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard joined her colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in voting for the Affordable Health Care for America Act, which is historic health care reform legislation. The following is the congresswoman's statement appearing in the congressional record: "Madam Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, a bill that is undoubtedly the most important single piece of legislation being considered by this 111th Congress, and ... Read more