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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

Today I valued the chance to hear about the day program that Open House Center offers for adults with disabilities in our community and to learn about the positive impact it has on families (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

Thanks to the Open House Center in Concord for welcoming me for a tour this afternoon. The disability community has long been close to my heart, and I am enraged at the ways the Trump Administration has targeted programs they rely on, including Medicaid (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

As a senior member of the Education Committee, this is a top priority for me in Congress (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

It was wonderful to visit the @first5coco.bsky.social headquarters and meet with local leaders to discuss their important work providing essential services to ensure Contra Costa children are healthy, ready to learn, and supported in safe, nurturing families (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

... to discuss how we can protect special education in CA-10 and fight against these incomprehensible cuts at the federal level. I was thrilled to have the California State Superintendent of Schools @tonythurmond.bsky.social there to provide his expertise (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 15h

Following news that the Trump Administration is firing employees at the Department of Education who oversee programs for students with disabilities, I gathered leaders from our community including parents, teachers, and advocates... (1/2)

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 2d

I joined @schiff.senate.gov and @padilla.senate.gov in questioning this closure and expressing deep concern over disruptions in IRS taxpayer assistance for East Bay residents (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 2d

Earlier this year, President Trump issued an executive order that will result in the Walnut Creek Taxpayer Assistance Center being closed (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 2d

This is unacceptable and I urge Republicans to return to Washington and get back to work for the good of the American people (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 2d

Without Republican action by this Thursday, CalFresh benefits for November will be interrupted for the more than 5 million Californians who rely on food assistance to put nutritious food on the table for their families (1/2).

Newsom warns Californians' SNAP benefits could be delayed because of federal shutdown

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said Californians could see their benefits delayed if the federal government shutdown is not ended by Thursday.

www.latimes.com

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 3d

We strongly condemn the Administration’s attempts to undermine vulnerable students’ ability to get a quality education and will continue standing with these students (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 3d

I was proud to lead my @housedemocrats.bsky.social colleagues alongside @mcbath.house.gov and @replsimon.bsky.social standing up for students with disabilities against attacks from the Trump Administration (1/2).

Representatives DeSaulnier, McBath, and Simon Lead House Democrats in Condemning Trump Administration’s Latest Attacks on Special Education

Washington, D.C. – Representatives Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Lucy McBath (GA-06), and Lateefah Simon (CA-12) led 117 House Democrats in sending a letter to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought strongly condemning and urging the Trump Administration to rescind their decision to lay off federal employees dedicated to the education and support of students with disabilities and their families.

desaulnier.house.gov

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 5d

It was wonderful to be surrounded by advocates and defenders of children. I will continue fighting for the most vulnerable in our community through my work in Congress (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 5d

I was proud to be recognized at the Child Advocates of Contra Costa Evening of Promise tonight with the Light of Hope Award for Public Service for my lifelong work on behalf of children and families (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 6d

I will be joined by an expert special guest from @protectourcare.org for the event that will be on Zoom and livestreamed to YouTube. RSVP: desaulnier.house.gov/town-hall-rsvp (3/3).

Town Hall RSVP

By submitting this RSVP, you are giving permission to the Office of Congressman DeSaulnier to use any photos that may be taken of you at this event on his social media, mailers, and other materials. If you do not consent to allowing your photo to be used, please notify a staff member at the event prior to taking your seat.

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 6d

I am fighting to prevent this along @housedemocrats.bsky.social and to discuss these efforts, I am hosting a virtual Hands Off Our Health Care Town Hall on Tuesday, October 21st at 5:30 p.m. (2/3).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 6d

Millions of Americans rely on the Affordable Care Act for quality health care for themselves and their families, but Republicans in Congress are refusing to extend tax credits to keep costs from spiking (1/3).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 6d

I am proud to join my colleagues @pocan.house.gov, @rephuffman.bsky.social, and @jayapal.house.gov to demand answers from the Trump Administration regarding the President’s recent executive order that threatens free speech, due process, and our civil liberties.
pocan.house.gov/sites/evo-su...

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

You can watch a recording of the event here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOzZ... (2/2).

Pop-up Town Hall

YouTube video by Rep. Mark DeSaulnier

www.youtube.com

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

ICYMI: I hosted a pop-up town hall this morning to share the latest from Capitol Hill as Republicans keep the government shut down while they remain on vacation and Democrats continue to stand up to protect the heath care of millions of Americans (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

We must create safer schools for our country’s students (2/2).
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Representative DeSaulnier and Ranking Member Scott Call for a Hearing on Gun Violence in Schools

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) and Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) sent a letter to House Committee on Education & Workforce Chair Tim Walberg (R-MI) urging him to schedule a hearing on the epidemic of gun violence in schools.

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

Following the two horrific school shootings in Minnesota and Colorado, I led an effort with @bobbyscott.house.gov to demand that the Committee on Education and Workforce hold hearings on the epidemic of gun violence in schools so we can talk to experts about how to prevent future tragedies (1/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

If Republicans allow the enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies to expire, health care premiums will skyrocket for millions of American families. Democrats are fighting to keep premium costs from rising and ensure everyone can afford health care.
thehill.com/policy/healt...

thehill.com

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

I joined a hearing to listen first-hand to their stories and as a result my resolve to continue fighting for American families and affordable care is only strengthened (2/2).

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Mark DeSaulnier @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social · 7d

As Republicans remain on vacation during the government shutdown they created, @housedemocrats.bsky.social are in DC meeting with parents and physicians to hear how the Medicaid cuts and expiration of the ACA tax credits would harm families (1/2).

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