Castro Leads 85 Members Calling on Biden Administration to Remove Barriers to Affordable Health Care for DACA Recipients
Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20) led 85 colleagues in a bicameral letter calling on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to remove barriers that prevent Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients from accessing affordable health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
 
McBath Joins Protect Our Care “Lower Costs, Better Care” Tour in Georgia
Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) joined Protect Our Care and local leaders for the Johns Creek stop of the “Lower Costs, Better Care” Tour celebrating historic progress in the Inflation Reduction Act passed earlier this year.
 
Manning Sends Veterans Day Message 
Rep. Kathy Manning (NC-06) sent a special Veterans Day outreach including a video message and highlights of veterans' legislation and visits.

Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force Co-Chairs Kuster and Trone Send Letter to House and Senate Leadership
Reps. Annie Kuster (NH-02) and David Trone (MD-06) sent a letter alongside other members of the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force urging House and Senate leadership to prioritize consideration of the House-passed Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act. This legislation would dedicate billions of dollars to combat America's worsening addiction and mental health crises, providing life-saving resources to communities across the country. 

McEachin Introduces FAIR Proceedings Act  
Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04) introduced the Funding Attorneys for Indigent Removal (FAIR) Proceedings Act to guarantee legal counsel during removal proceedings for immigrant children, individuals with disabilities, victims of abuse, torture, and violence; and those living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. This law, if enacted, would not only guarantee the government ensure access to counsel, but it would also appoint or provide an attorney for these vulnerable individuals. 

Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Ensure a Cleaner and Healthier Atmosphere for the Future 
Rep. Scott Peters (CA-52) introduced the House companion of S. 4420, the Carbon Removal and Emissions Storage Technologies Act of 2022 (CREST Act). This legislation would expand research, testing, and public-private partnerships to advance carbon removal technologies to meet our goal of curbing climate change. Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is the removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through natural or engineered processes to clean our air and ensure we stop increasing global warming.  

Carter Introduces Bipartisan Workforce Reentry and Training Program for Veterans  
Rep. Troy Carter (LA-02) introduced H.R. 9283, the Warrior Training Advancement Course (WARTAC) Improvement Bill to support veterans and V.A. systems in Louisiana and across the country. This bipartisan legislation would strengthen this program within the Department of Veterans Affairs that  helps veterans re-enter the civilian workforce into meaningful roles that also support their fellow veterans.