• December 2, 2010: Capps Applauds House Passage of Child Nutrition Bill
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps applauded House of Representatives passage of S. 3307, the …More

• December 2, 2010: Capps Votes For Middle Class Tax Relief
  WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted to permanently extend income tax relief for …More

• November 22, 2010: Capps Applauds Announcement of New Consumer Protections to Ensure Patients Receive Proper Medical Care
  SANTA BARBARA, CA – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Calif) applauded the Department of Health and …More

• November 18, 2010: Capps Congratulates Santa Barbara Teenager Thomas Jessop on Completion of Cross Country Bike Ride
  WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Calif) met with Santa Barbara teenager Thomas Jessop and …More

• November 18, 2010: Capps Votes To Extend Unemployment Benefits for Over 400,000 Californians
  WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted to extend unemployment benefits due to expire …More

• November 8, 2010: Capps, Markey Point to Oil Spill Commission's Lead Counsel's Testimony as Further Reason for Senate Republicans to Stop Obstruction
  WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and Rep. Ed Markey (D-Mass) urged Senate Republicans …More

• October 27, 2010: Capps Announces $7.5 million grant for Nipomo Community Health Clinic
  New facility to serve thousands while creating construction and healthcare jobs in NipomoNIPOMO - Today, …More

• October 27, 2010: Capps Joins Colleagues in Call to California Housing Finance Agency to Help California Homeowners
  New “Keep Your Home California” Program is designed to provide relief to tens of thousands …More

• October 26, 2010: Capps Hails New Study on Benefits of Health Reform Law for Seniors
  Over 3,000 Seniors in 23rd Congressional District of California Have Already Received “Donut Hole” Checks …More

• October 26, 2010: Capps Announces $2.6 Million Federal Grant in Central and South Coast Commuter Rail
  U.S. Department of Transportation Grants Will Advance Planning and for New High-Speed and Inter-City Rail …More

• October 22, 2010: Capps Recognized for Environmental Protection Efforts
  Receives Coastal States Organization Distinguished Service AwardSanta Barbara - This week, Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) …More

• October 15, 2010: Capps Applauds Commitment to Advance Senior Protection Act
  Bill Addresses Lack of 2011 COLA for Social Security Recipients Santa Barbara – Congresswoman Lois …More

• October 6, 2010: Capps and California Democratic Congressional Delegation Call for Bank Investigations
  Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps this week joined the California Democratic Congressional Delegation (CDCD) …More

• September 27, 2010: Capps Introduces Legislation To Help Green Businesses on the Central and South Coast Expand and Create Jobs
  WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced the introduction of legislation that will help …More

• September 23, 2010: Capps Votes to Cut Taxes for Small Business and Increase Lending
  WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted in favor of the Small Business Jobs …More

• September 23, 2010: Capps Announces $7.2 Million Grant for Lucia Mar School District
  WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the Lucia Mar School district has …More

• September 23, 2010: Capps Announces Federal Grant to Expand Cal Poly's Technology Center
  Funding Will Provide Increased Opportunities for Local Businesses to Collaborate with University Researchers, Developing New …More

• September 22, 2010: Capps Applauds Implementation of Patient's Bill of Rights
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) applauded the official implementation of the Patient’s Bill of …More

• September 20, 2010: Capps Announces a $2.4 million Federal Grant for Carpinteria Small Business to Develop Clean Ocean Energy Technology
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that Carpinteria’s Ecomerit Technologies will receive a …More

• September 20, 2010: Capps Encourages Soldiers Affected by Stop Loss to Apply For Retroactive Pay
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Capps (D-Calif) encouraged Central and South Coast service members whose service was …More

• September 17, 2010: Capps Praises Appointment of Dr. Elizabeth Warren
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps released the following statement on President Obama’s appointment of …More

• September 13, 2010:  Capps Announces Grant to KCBX To Improve Local Service
  SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps announced that KCBX, San Luis Obispo County’s …More

• September 13, 2010: Capps Urges Spanish Speaking Constituents to Take Advantage of www.cuidadodesalud.gov
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the website www.cuidadodesalud.gov, a Spanish translation …More

• September 10, 2010: Capps Remembers Ninth Anniversary of 9/11
  SANTA BARBARA, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps released the following statement on the ninth anniversary …More

• September 2, 2010: Capps Announces $87 Million Recovery Act Loan and Grant to Fund Construction of New Los Osos Wastewater Treatment System
  Innovative Project will Create Jobs, Improve Local Economy, and Protect Community’s Health and EnvironmentSAN LUIS …More

• September 2, 2010: Capps Announces First Recipients of New Early Retiree Reinsurance Program
  City of Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Community College District and Santa Barbara County Schools Among …More

• August 27, 2010: Capps Applauds Swift Federal Action to Get Education Assistance to California
  SANTA BARBARA, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the Department of Education has …More

• August 20, 2010: Capps Announces $500,000 Grant to Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara
  Santa Barbara, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the Housing Trust Fund of …More

• August 20, 2010: Capps Encourages Central and South Coast Residents to Apply For Pre-Existing Condition Pool
  Santa Barbara, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps encouraged her constituents who have been denied insurance …More

• August 18, 2010: Capps Applauds Additional Recovery Act Funding To California
  Santa Barbara, CA– Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that California will be receiving $487 …More

• August 10, 2010: Capps Returns to D.C. To Save Jobs of California Teachers and Invest in State Health Care Programs
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps voted in favor of a state aid package containing …More

• August 10, 2010: Capps Congratulates Constituent on Completion of Cross Country Bike Trip
  Lauren Brown of San Luis Obispo Biked Across the Country to Raise Funds for Children …More

• August 4, 2010: Capps Announces Federal Grant for Santa Barbara County Rideshare Program
  Pilot Project Will Implement a Technology-Facilitated Dynamic Ridesharing in Region to Reduce Traffic Congestion on …More

• August 3, 2010: Capps Announces Federal Grant for San Luis Obispo Airport Terminal Construction
  San Luis Obispo, CA – Today Rep. Lois Capps announced that a nearly $2.2 million …More

• July 30, 2010: Capps Applauds Passage of Legislation to Improve Safety of Offshore Drilling, Protect Ocean Resources
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted in favor of the Consolidated Land, Energy, …More

• July 30, 2010: Capps Votes To Invest in Infrastructure and Create Jobs
  Secures Funding for Carpinteria Creek Bridge in Santa Barbara CountyWASHINGTON – Last night, Rep. Lois …More

• July 29, 2010: Capps and Woolsey Urge BP To Turn Management of Gulf Research Initiative Over to National Academy of Sciences
  WASHINGTON – This week, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and Rep. Lynn Woolsey (D-Calif) wrote to …More

• July 28, 2010: Capps Votes to Increase Funding for Veterans Health and Military Construction
  Secures Key Support for Army National Guard’s Ventura ArmoryWASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) …More

• July 28, 2010: Capps Commends Decision To Block Provisions of Arizona Immigration Law
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) applauded the decision by U.S. district judge Susan …More

• July 23, 2010: Capps Statement on 20th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) released the following statement on the 20th Anniversary …More

• July 22, 2010: Capps Highlights New Report Showing Broad Eligibility for Small Business Health Care Tax Credits
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) highlighted a new report showing that 456,500 California …More

• July 22, 2010: Capps Votes to Extend Emergency Unemployment Benefits
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted to restore and extend unemployment benefits for …More

• July 21, 2010: Capps Urges Central and South Coast Families to be Prepared for Wildfire Season
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) encouraged families on the Central and South Coasts …More

• July 15, 2010: Capps Votes For Key Flood Insurance Legislation
  Bill Will Help Central Coast ResidentsWASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted for the …More

• July 14, 2010: Capps and Central Coast Family Join First Lady Michelle Obama to Announce Free Preventive Care Services
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and the Roberts family of San Luis Obispo …More

• July 2, 2010: Capps Votes to Extend Emergency Unemployment Benefits
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted to restore and extend unemployment benefits for …More

• July 2, 2010: Capps Votes to Save the Jobs of 13,000 California Teachers
  WASHINGTON – Last night, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted for the Education Jobs Fund to …More

• July 2, 2010: Capps Encourages Central and South Coast Teenagers to Apply for the Page Program
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) encouraged Central and South Coast young adults to …More

• June 30, 2010: Capps Urges Constituents to Take Advantage of www.HealthCare.Gov
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the website www.healthcare.gov will go live …More

• June 29, 2010: Capps Urges Constituents to Take Advantage of the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) urged businesses, unions, and local governments on the …More

• June 25, 2010: Capps Announces $10 Million Investment in California’s Workforce
  Santa Barbara, CA – Today Rep. Lois Capps announced that California has been awarded nearly …More

• June 24, 2010: Capps Votes For Disclosure in Campaign Ads
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted to ensure that Central and South Coast …More

• June 23, 2010: Capps, Markey Applaud House Passage of Legislation to Give Subpoena Power to Commission Investigating the BP Oil Spill
  Will Ensure BP and Other Companies Can’t Stonewall InvestigationWASHINGTON– Today, the House of Representatives passed …More

• June 23, 2010: Capps Introduces Legislation to Improve Patient Care and Support Nurses
  WASHINGTON – Today Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and Rep. Steven LaTourette (R-Ohio) announced the introduction …More

• June 17, 2010: Capps Statement on BP Halting its Dividend
  WASHINGTON– Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) released the following statement following BP’s announcement it would postpone …More

• June 17, 2010: Capps Votes to Help Small Businesses Access Credit and Create Jobs
  WASHINGTON– Today, Rep. Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) voted for legislation that will leverage $300 billion …More

• June 16, 2010: Capps Statement on President's Oval Office Address on Gulf Spill
  WASHINGTON– Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) released the following statement in reaction to President Obama’s …More

• June 15, 2010: Capps Praises Obama Appointment of Commissioners
  Urges Congress to Grant Them Subpoena Power WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) released the …More

• June 14, 2010: Capps and Markey Demand Essential Scientific Data from BP
  WASHINGTON– Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and Rep. Ed Markey (D-Mass) sent a letter to …More

• June 11, 2010: Capps Announces $2.5 Million in Recovery Funds to Jumpstart Santa Barbara County Energy Programs
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) announced that the County of Santa Barbara is …More

• June 10, 2010:  Capps Announces The Start of $250 Donut Hole Rebate Checks to Central and South Coast Seniors
  WASHINGTON– Rep. Lois Capps announced that beginning today, Medicare will start mailing to tens of …More

• June 9, 2010:  Capps Urges Administration to Take Oil Spill Public Health Response Away from BP
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) sent a letter to President Obama commending his …More

• June 8, 2010: Capps Calls on BP To Halt Dividend Payments and Advertising Campaign
  WASHINGTON– Today, Rep. Lois Capps joined her colleagues Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt) and Rep. Ed …More

• June 7, 2010: Capps, Markey: Spill Commission Must Have Subpoena Power
  Act of Congress Needed; Legislation to be Introduced TomorrowWASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) and …More

• June 2, 2010: Capps Votes For Bill to Create Jobs and Ensure Long Term Competitiveness
  House Adopts Markey-Capps Amendment To Support Green Business Consortiums like Central  Coast’s Great Coast Innovation …More

• May 27, 2010: Capps Applauds Deepwater Moratorium Extension
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the President’s announcement to extend the moratorium on …More

• May 27, 2010: Capps and Pallone Demand BP Protect Cleanup Workers and Release Public Health Information
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA), joined by Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ), sent a letter …More

• May 27, 2010: Capps Announces Recovery Act Grant to Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA) and Carl Hansen, Executive Director of the San Luis …More

• May 26, 2010: Capps Demands BP Produce Information on Composition of Oil
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps sent a letter to British Petroleum, demanding the company produce …More

• May 25, 2010: Capps Urges Medicare Beneficiaries to Look for HHS Brochure in Mail
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps announced that seniors will be receiving a brochure from …More

• May 25, 2010: Capps, Farr, Inslee Urge EPA To Take More Active Role in Addressing Ocean Acidification
  WASHINGTON – Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA) was joined by her colleagues Rep. Sam Farr (D-CA), …More

• May 22, 2010: Capps, Markey Applaud Creation of Oil Spill Commission
  Commend President for Ensuring Commission’s IndependenceWASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) was joined by …More

• May 20, 2010: Capps, Whitehouse, and Markey Send Oil Spill Commission Recommendations to the President
  WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) was joined by her colleagues Senator Sheldon Whitehouse …More

• May 19, 2010: Capps Encourages Central Coast Small Business To Take Advantage of Health Care Tax Credits
  Small Businesses That May Qualify Can Get Credit for Add-ons Like Dental and VisionWASHINGTON - …More

• May 17, 2010: Capps Praises Obama Decision to Create Independent Commission to Investigate Gulf Spill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif) issued the following statement in response to …More

• May 14, 2010: Capps Urges Secretary Vilsack to Support California Flower Growers
  WASHINGTON- Today, Rep. Lois Capps and Rep. Sam Farr wrote a letter to U.S. Department …More

• May 11, 2010: Capps Introduces Global MOMS Bill to Improve Maternal Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps introduced the Improving Global Maternal and newborn health …More

• May 11, 2010: Capps Alerts Central Coast Non-Profits Of Deadline To Protect Tax Exempt Status
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps urged Central Coast non-profit organizations to verify their …More

• May 11, 2010: Capps on Decision to Break-Up Minerals and Management Service
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-Calif.) issued the following statement in reaction to …More

• May 7, 2010: Capps on April Jobs Report
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps issued the following statement on the April Jobs …More

• May 6, 2010: Capps Votes To Create Jobs, Save Homeowners Money, Reduce Oil Consumption
  Home Star Bill Will Encourage More Energy Efficiency in Homes Across AmericaWASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, …More

• May 6, 2010: Capps Congratulates Constituents on Prestigious Making A Difference Award
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lois Capps congratulated Abel and Toni Martinez on being awarded …More

• May 6, 2010: Capps, Markey Push for Creation of Independent, Non-partisan Commission to Investigate Causes of Oil Spill
  Would Make Recommendations on the Impacts and Risks of Offshore Oil and Gas DrillingWASHINGTON, D.C. …More

• May 4, 2010: Capps Announces Award of Federal Public Safety Grant to Morro Bay Fire Department
  WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Lois Capps announced today that the City of Morro Bay’s fire …More

• April 30, 2010: Capps Statement on 1st Quarter GDP Growth
  WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Lois Capps issued the following statement in response to the …More

• April 28, 2010: Capps Congratulates Gills Onions
  WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Lois Capps congratulated Gills Onions for receiving this year’s prestigious …More

• April 28, 2010: Capps Highlights New Mobile Health Service for Pregnant Women, New Mothers
  Text4baby Provides Free Health Tips Via Text MessageWASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Rep. Lois Capps …More

• April 27, 2010: Capps Votes To Freeze Congressional Salaries Again
  WASHINGTON, DC - Today Rep. Lois Capps voted for bipartisan legislation to freeze salaries for …More

• April 22, 2010: Capps Celebrates Earth Day
  WASHINGTON, DC-Today Rep. Lois Capps celebrated the 40th annual Earth Day and highlighted the work …More

• April 22, 2010: Capps Applauds Obama Speech Pressing for Wall Street Reform
  WASHINGTON, DC-Today Rep. Lois Capps issued the following statement after the conclusion of President Obama’s …More

• April 21, 2010: Capps Votes to Strengthen Veteran's Health Care
  Legislation Makes Unprecedented Investments in Care for Women Veterans and Support to CaregiversWASHINGTON, DC - …More

• April 20, 2010: Capps Calls for Progress on Equal Pay Day
  Urges Senate Passage of Paycheck Fairness Act  WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Rep. Lois Capps highlighted …More

• April 20, 2010: Capps Announces Small Businesses to Be Notified about Health Care Tax Credit
  Up to 500,000 California Businesses Eligible for Credit This YearWASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Lois …More

• April 19, 2010: Capps Highlights How Nursing Community Will Benefit from Health Care Reform at Yale University
  NEW HAVEN, CT – Today, Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA) delivered the 2010 Sybil Palmer Bellos …More

• April 19, 2010: Capps Announces California Gains Private Sector Jobs for Three Straight Months
  WASHINGTON, DC- Today, Rep. Lois Capps announced that California is just one of 7 states …More

• April 16, 2010: Capps Announces Over $3 Million in New Funding to Help Keep Californians in Their Homes
  WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Lois Capps announced that $3.4 million has been awarded to …More

• April 16, 2010: Capps Urges Central Coast Residents to Send in Census Form Today
  Last day to Save Taxpayer Dollars by Putting Your Form in the Mail WASHINGTON, DC …More

• April 15, 2010: Capps’ Office Honored with Green Award
  One of Seven California Delegation Offices RecognizedWASHINGTON, DC –Today, the office of Rep. Lois Capps …More

• April 15, 2010: Capps Hails Passage of Clean Estuaries Act
  Bill Furthers Efforts to Protect Central Coast’s Morro Bay EstuaryWASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Lois …More

• April 14, 2010: Capps Asserts Congress Must Remain Committed to Reducing Tobacco Use
  Data on Increase of Use of Smokeless Tobacco By Young People of Great ConcernWASHINGTON, DC …More

• April 14, 2010: Capps Highlights Recent Tax Cuts Benefiting Central Coast Residents
  WASHINGTON, DC – To mark this year’s tax filing deadline, Rep. Lois Capps today highlighted …More

• April 12, 2010:  Capps Urges Constituents to Take Advantage of White House Tax Saving Tool
  Recovery Act has Provided $160 Billion in Tax Relief to Families and Businesses Thus Far …More

• April 9, 2010: Capps Joins Local Officials and Environmental Groups to Announce Strong Endorsement of New Plan To End Existing Oil Development Offshore Santa Barbara County
  SANTA BARBARA, CA – Today, Rep. Lois Capps joined local government officials and a number …More

• March 29, 2010: Capps Announces $1.5 Million in Funding for Santa Barbara Airport Terminal Construction
  SANTA BARBARA, CA- Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the Santa Barbara Airport has been …More

• March 25, 2010: Capps Urges Central Coast Residents to Take Advantage of Recovery Act Tax Cuts
  WASHINGTON-Rep. Lois Capps today encouraged her constituents to be sure to take full advantage of …More

• March 23, 2010: Capps Attends White House Health Reform Bill Signing Ceremony
  Washington, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps attended today’s White House bill signing ceremony for historic …More

• March 22, 2010: Capps Votes for Final Health Reform Legislation
  Historic Measure Reins in Insurance Company Abuses;Will Extend Coverage to 32 Million;Is Largest Deficit Reduction …More

• March 21, 2010: Capps Announces Support for Final Health Reform Legislation
  Will Vote For Historic Measure to Halt Insurance Company Abuses, Provide Coverage to 32 Million, …More

• March 19, 2010: Capps Bill to Promote Environmental Education Approved by House
  Legislation Would Expand Popular B-WET Program WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Capps’ bipartisan legislation to formalize …More

• March 11, 2010: Capps Announces Congressional Art Competition
  Highlights Great Opportunity for High School Artists WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) is …More

• March 11, 2010: Capps Honors Women WWII Veterans
  Local WASPs Receive Congressional Gold MedalWASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) this week offered …More

• March 2, 2010: Capps Applauds HOMESTAR Initative
  New Program Would Promote Job Creation, Energy Efficiency and Consumer SavingsWASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Lois …More

• March 2, 2010: Capps Decries Republican Filibuster
  Action Causing 21% Cut to Medicare Providers, End to Unemployment Benefits and Health Care Coverage …More

• February 25, 2010: Capps Statement on the White House Bipartisan Health Care Summit
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement today on the White House’s …More

• February 25, 2010: Watch the White House Healthcare Summit Now
  On February 25, President Obama hosted a bipartisan meeting with Congressional leaders to discuss additional …More

• February 21, 2010: Capps Praises Recovery Act on Anniversary of Enactment
  WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the one year anniversary …More

• February 12, 2010: Capps Statement Honoring the Life of Lawrence "Larry" King
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement honoring the life of her …More

• February 4, 2010: Capps Praises Passage of Cybersecurity Enhancement Measure
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised House passage of the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act …More

• February 3, 2010: Capps Praises Military Experts Call for Repealing "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement praising military experts including Defense …More

• February 3, 2010: Capps Applauds President Obama's Proposal to Shift $30 Billion in TARP Funds to Encourage Small Business Lending
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded President Obama’s proposal to provide $30 billion to …More

• February 2, 2010: Capps Calls on EPA to Demolish Halaco Buildings Immediately
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to …More

• February 2, 2010: Capps Statement on President Obama's 2011 Fiscal Year Budget
  Budget Protects Key Priorities, Makes Critical Investments in Our Future, Eliminates Wasteful Programs, and Restores …More

• January 29, 2010: Capps: Latest GDP Report Another Sign of Progress in Economic Recovery
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement on today’s GDP report …More

• January 29, 2010: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grants for San Luis Obispo Fire Department
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that the City of San Luis Obispo’s …More

• January 28, 2010: Capps Statement on President's State of the Union Address
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement tonight regarding the President’s State …More

• January 26, 2010: Capps Announces Recovery Act Grant of Nearly $3.2 Million for Gold Coast Transit
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that Gold Coast Transit will be receiving …More

• January 21, 2010: Capps Supports Legislation to Help Community Colleges Train Workers and Endure Challenging Economic Times
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps signed on to legislation introduced by her colleague Congressman …More

• January 19, 2010: Capps Applauds President's Proposed Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps  issued the following statement today on the announcement by …More

• January 19, 2010: Capps Supports Wall Street Bonus Tax Legislation
  Revenues Would Fund Direct Lending Program for Small Businesses                  SANTA BARBARA, CA – Congresswoman Lois …More

• January 19, 2010: Capps Statement Recognizing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today in commemoration of the …More

• January 14, 2010: Resources and Information on Haiti Earth Quake
  Below is a helpful fact sheet from the White House Office of Public Engagement, which …More

• January 14, 2010: Capps Statement on Earthquake in Haiti
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the earthquake in Haiti:“My …More

• January 12, 2010: Capps Announces Recovery Act Grant of Over $1.6 Million for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Projects in Oxnard
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the city of Oxnard will be …More

• January 6, 2010: Congresswoman Capps Statement Regarding the Passing of former Santa Barbara Mayor Harriet Miller
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement regarding the recent passing of …More

• January 6, 2010: Congresswoman Capps Statement Regarding the Passing of Anne McMahon
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement regarding the recent passing of …More

• December 19, 2009: Capps Statement on the Senate Abortion Compromise
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) today released the following statement on the Senate …More

• December 18, 2009:  Capps Introduces Comprehensive, Sustainable Offshore Aquaculture Legislation
  Common Sense Regulatory Framework Will Protect Fragile Oceans and Boost Economy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday Congresswoman …More

• December 18, 2009: Capps Celebrates House Passage of Jobs Initiative
  Measure Shifts Funds from Wall Street to Main Street to Spur Further Job Creation and …More

• December 13, 2009: Capps Votes for Key Funding Bill to Help San Luis Obispo Communities
  Measure Will Help Rebuild Economy with Local Funding for Infrastructure, Health, Education, and Military Programs WASHINGTON, …More

• December 13, 2009: Capps Votes for Key Funding Bill to Help Santa Barbara Communities
  Measure Will Help Rebuild Economy with Local Funding for Infrastructure, Health, Education, and Military Programs WASHINGTON, …More

• December 13, 2009: Capps Votes for Key Funding Bill to Help Ventura County Communities
  Measure Will Help Rebuild Economy with Local Funding for Infrastructure, Health, Education, and Military ProgramsWASHINGTON, …More

• December 11, 2009: Capps Votes for Measure to Protect Consumers and Strengthen Financial Regulatory System
  Legislation Will End Government Bailout and Prevent “Too Big to Fail” Institutions WASHINGTION, D.C. Today …More

• December 9, 2009: Capps Applauds Senate's Rejection of Nelson/Hatch Amendment Restricting Women's Health Care Access
  Vote Maintains Commonsense Compromise ApproachWASHINGTON, D.C. -  Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the U.S. Senate’s …More

• December 8, 2009: Capps Statement for Hearing on Prescription Drug Price Inflation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ (CA-23) statement for the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee …More

• December 2, 2009: Capps Statement for Hearing on Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ (CA-23) statement for the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee …More

• November 30, 2009: Capps Celebrates NOAA's Announcement of 6 Environmental Education Grants for Schools, Teachers, and Non-Profit Organizations in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties
  SANTA BARBARA, C.A. – Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated last week’s announcement that the National Oceanic …More

• November 30, 2009:  Capps Statement on FEMA Postponing Flood Insurance Deadline
  VENTURA, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the Federal Emergency Management …More

• November 30, 2009: Capps Announces Recovery Act Grants for Two Santa Barbara County Small Businesses
  Grants Part of Department of Energy Initiative to Invest $18 Million in Small Business Clean …More

• November 19, 2009:  Capps Statement on Abortion Provisions in the Senate Health Insurance Reform Bill, The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the abortion provisions in …More

• November 19, 2009: Capps Bill to Promote Environmental Education Approved by Key Committee
  Legislation Would Expand Popular B-WET Program WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Capps’ bipartisan legislation to formalize …More

• November 18, 2009: Capps Praises Passage of Legislation to Increase Resources for America's Fire Fighters
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps voted to provide local firefighters with the tools …More

• November 9, 2009: Capps Celebrates House Passage of Comprehensive Health Insurance Reform Bill
  Affordable Health Care for America Act Includes Several Capps Provisions, Including Language to Train More …More

• November 9, 2009: Capps Statement on the Passage of the Stupak Amendment
  Amendment Further Restricts Women’s Access to Reproductive Healthcare WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) …More

• November 7, 2009: Capps Works to Defeat Stupak Amendment that Further Restricts Women's Access to Reproductive Healthcare
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) will take to the House floor to speak …More

• November 6, 2009: Capps Votes for Additional Economic Recovery Measures; Extends Unemployment Insurance Benefits, Homebuyers' Tax Credit, and Business Tax Relief to Boost Local Economy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for three key economic recovery measures designed …More

• November 5, 2009: Capps Votes to Further Protect Consumers from Unfair, Abusive Actions by Credit Card Companies
  WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps voted to accelerate critical reforms enacted earlier this …More

• October 30, 2009: Capps Statement on Encouraging 3rd Quarter GDP Report
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today after the announcement that …More

• October 28, 2009: Capps Celebrates Approval of Legislative Language to Assist with the Construction of the Los Osos Wastewater Treatment Plant
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) announced the approval of key legislative language in the …More

• October 23, 2009: Capps Applauds House Passage of Solar Technology Act
  Legislation Lays Foundation For a Future of Renewable Energy, Sustainability, and Clean Energy JobsWASHINGTON, D.C. …More

• October 23, 2009: Capps Amendment Included in House Passed Coast Guard Authorization Act
  Provision Ensures Federal Government Takes Appropriate Actions to Reduce the Risk of Oil Spilled from …More

• October 23, 2009: Capps Announces Recovery Act Grant of Over $2 Million for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Projects in San Luis Obispo County
   WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that San Luis ObispoCounty will be receiving …More

• October 6, 2009: Capps Applauds NRC Decision to Relocate Public Meeting Regarding Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant
  Decision Comes After Capps Requests New Location and Extension of Public Comment Period Regarding Nuclear …More

• October 5, 2009: Capps Hails Inclusion of Key Legislative Language to Assist California Flower Growers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the inclusion of language benefiting California cut …More

• October 2, 2009: Capps Announces $450,000 Grant for Santa Barbara's Fighting Back School Based Mentoring Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that the Santa Barbara Office of Juvenile …More

• October 2, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of Over $3 Million for Water Projects in San Luis Obispo County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $3,136,000 for operations and …More

• October 2, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of Over $1.9 Million for Water Projects in Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $1,907,000 for water projects …More

• October 2, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of Over $6 Million for Water Projects in Ventura County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $6,107,000 for operations and …More

• October 1, 2009: Broad Support for Public Health Insurance Option in House as Vote Looms
  Over 50 House Democrats Representing Broad Spectrum of Caucuses Call for House Health Care Bill …More

• September 25, 2009: Capps Announces Over $2 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for the Oxnard Harbor District
  American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Money Will Pay for Security Enhancement Projects at the Port …More

• September 25, 2009: Capps, Ehlers, Farr Introduce Bill to Improve Ocean, Coastal, and Watershed Education and Literacy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23), Congressman Vern Ehlers (MI-03), and Congressman Sam …More

• September 23, 2009: Capps Votes to Extend Unemployment Insurance Benefits, Stimulate Local Economy
  Measure Will Help More Than 150,000 Workers Set to Lose Their Benefits by the End …More

• September 17, 2009:  Capps Votes for Single Largest Investment in College Aid in American History
  The Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act Makes College More Affordable for Students and Families …More

• September 16, 2009:  Capps Hails Successful Central and South Coast Clean Energy Leaders in Washington, D.C. Day
  Diverse Group of Clean Energy Leaders Discussed Issues of Clean Energy, the Economy, and Policy …More

• September 12, 2009:  Capps Announces Over $1 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for the Santa Barbara County Probation Department
  American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Money Will Pay for Probation and Parole Officers; Offer Enhanced …More

• September 11, 2009:  Capps Statement on the Eighth Anniversary of September 11th
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps release the following statement today on the eighth anniversary …More

• September 9, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama's Joint Address to Congress on Health Insurance Reform Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement reacting to President Obama’s Joint …More

• August 31, 2009: Capps to Host Information Session on Comprehensive Health Insurance Reform in Oxnard
  OXNARD, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps will co-host a community information session on comprehensive health …More

• August 31, 2009: Capps to Host Community Information Session on Comprehensive Health Insurance Reform in San Luis Obispo
  SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps will co-host a community information session on …More

• August 31, 2009: Capps to Host Community Information Session on Comprehensive Health Insurance Reform in Santa Barbara
  SANTA BARBARA, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps will co-host an information session on comprehensive health …More

• August 26, 2009: Capps Statement on Passing of Senator Kennedy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement on the passing of …More

• August 13, 2009: Capps Statement on Health Insurance Reform Rally at Santa Barbara District Office
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the health insurance reform …More

• August 12, 2009: Capps Urges FEMA to Allow Oxnard Residents to Purchase and Carry Less Expensive Preferred Risk Policy for an Additional Year
  Asks FEMA to Delay Requiring Purchase of More Expensive Standard X Zone PolicyWASHINGTON, D.C. – …More

• August 11, 2009: Capps Corrects Minority Leader Boehner's Inaccurate Statements on Common Ground Capps Amendment
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) wrote to Minority Leader John Boehner to …More

• August 10, 2009: Capps Announces $500,000 Economic Recovery Grant for the Women's Shelter Program of San Luis Obispo County
  Funding Will Assist Victims of Domestic Violence with Critical Support ServicesWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman …More

• August 6, 2009: Capps Statement on Senate Confirmation of Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the Senate’s confirmation of …More

• August 5, 2009: Capps Hails Start of New GI Bill College Benefits
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Beginning August 1st, veterans started receiving enhanced college education benefits under the …More

• July 31, 2009: Capps: Better-Than-Expected GDP Report a Promising Sign for Economic Recovery
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding the Gross Domestic Product …More

• July 31, 2009: Capps Hails Energy and Commerce Passage of Comprehensive Health Insurance Reform Bill
  America’s Affordable Health Choices Act Includes Several Capps Provisions, Including Amendments to Protect Reproductive Choice, …More

• July 30, 2009: Capps Votes for Landmark Legislation to Protect Public Health, Improve Food Safety
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman joined her colleagues in approving legislation to better ensure the …More

• July 24, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of Key Funding for Health Care Programs in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $700,000 for critical health …More

• July 24, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of $700,000 for Ventura County Transportation Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $700,000 for the Rice …More

• July 21, 2009: Capps, Health Professionals Speak Out in Support of Comprehensive Health Reform
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined her fellow lawmakers and health professionals at …More

• July 21, 2009: Capps' Legislative Initiatives Added to Comprehensive Health Reform Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined her fellow lawmakers and health professionals at …More

• July 20, 2009: Capps Announces Over Nine Thousand Dollars in Economic Recovery Funding for the Guadalupe Police Department
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the Guadalupe Police Department had received …More

• July 17, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval Of Over $3.3 Million for Water Projects in San Luis Obispo County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $3,300,000 for dredging in …More

• July 17, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval Of Over $7 Million for Water Projects in Ventura County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $7,026,000 for water projects …More

• July 17, 2009: Capps Announces House Approval of Over $4 Million for Water Projects in Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $7,026,000 for water projects …More

• July 16, 2009: Capps Statement on Comprehensive Health Reform Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ (CA-23) statement for the Energy and Commerce Committee mark-up …More

• July 15, 2009: Capps Statement on Participating in President Obama's Nurses Health Care Event
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement after participating in President …More

• July 15, 2009: Capps Praises Introduction of Historic Health Care Reform Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Co-Chair of New Democrat Coalition’s Health …More

• July 15, 2009: Capps Praises President Obama's Initiatives to Increase Support for Community Colleges and Strengthen Our Economy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement praising a new proposal …More

• July 10, 2009: Capps Votes for Key Funding Bill to Support Our Troops and Honor Our Veterans
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for a key funding bill that supports …More

• July 9, 2009: Capps Applauds House Approval of Agriculture Funding Bill that Invests in Public Health, Food Safety, Rural Communities, Conservation Camp; Other Priorities
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) applauded the approval of the Fiscal Year …More

• July 8, 2009: Capps Announces Over $4 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for Gold Coast Transit
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that Gold Coast Transit has been awarded …More

• July 6, 2009: Capps Announces Availability of $40 Million in Grants to Help Insure More Children
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has made …More

• July 1, 2009: Capps Announces $20 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for GREAT Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the Bureau of Reclamation will make available …More

• July 1, 2009: A Historic Step Towards Energy Independence
  Last Friday, June 26th, my House colleagues and I took an important and long overdue …More

• June 30, 2009: Capps Applauds EPA Decision Allowing California to Set More Stringent Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Standards
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement applauding the Environmental Protection Agency’s …More

• June 26, 2009: Capps Celebrates House Passage of Historic Clean Energy and Climate Change Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) celebrated the House of Representatives passage of …More

• June 26, 2009: Capps Congratulates Constituent Annie Maxwell on Her Appointment as a 2009-2010 White House Fellow
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement congratulating her constituent Annie Maxwell …More

• June 25, 2009: Capps, McCarthy Celebrate Key House Committee Approval of Legislative Language to Assist with the Construction of the Los Osos Wastewater Treatment Plant
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congressman Kevin McCarthy (CA-22) announced the …More

• June 25, 2009: Capps Thanks Bob Freeman of CenCal Health for Testimony on the Need for Comprehensive Health Reform
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps thanked her constituent Bob Freeman, Deputy CEO of CenCal …More

• June 23, 2009: Capps Introduces Legislation to Improve Children's Access to Quality Primary Health Services
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) together with her colleagues Congresswoman Shelley Moore …More

• June 23, 2009: Capps, 76 Congressional Colleagues Urge President Obama to Suspend "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and Initiate Bilateral Repeal Process
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined 76 of her Congressional colleagues urging President …More

• June 19, 2009: Capps, Congressional Colleagues Introduce New Legislation to Help Protect Water Resources from the Impacts of Climate Change
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, June 19th, 2009 Congresswoman Lois Capps introduced H.R. 2969, the …More

• June 19, 2009: Capps Applauds Measure to Ensure All Children of Fallen Heroes to Receive "Fry" College Scholarship
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps applauded the inclusion of a provision expanding GI Bill educational …More

• June 19, 2009: Capps Statement on the House Discussion Draft for Health Care Reform
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Co-Chair of New Democrat Coalition’s Health …More

• June 18, 2009: Capps Votes to Increase Crime Prevention, Encourage Research and Support Innovation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps voted to approve legislation that invests in two …More

• June 16, 2009: Capps Announces Federal Grants for South Coast Airports' Expansion and Enhancement Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that two local airports received federal grants …More

• June 16, 2009: Capps Announces Over $6 Million in Direct Allocations of Recovery Zone Bonds for the City of Oxnard
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that the City of Oxnard had been …More

• June 15, 2009: Capps Announces New Small Businesses Lending Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-23) announced today that many local small businesses may …More

• June 15, 2009: Capps Joined by 36 Colleagues on Bi-Partisan Congressional Letter Urging Commerce Secretary to Disapprove Gulf Council Offshore Aquaculture Plan
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23), together with her colleagues Congressman Gene Taylor (MS-4) …More

• June 15, 2009: Capps Announces Over $26,000 in Economic Recovery Funding for the Applied Biotechnology Institute at California Polytechnic State University
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the National Institutes of Health will …More

• June 12, 2009: Capps Applauds Final Passage of Historic Legislation to Reduce Smoking
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement regarding the final passage …More

• June 11, 2009: HDAC Members Announced for 111th Congress
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader John Boehner …More

• June 11, 2009: Capps Announces Over $4 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for the Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District …More

• June 11, 2009: Capps, Farr Introduce Bill to Address Broken Medicare Reimbursement System
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and Congressman Sam Farr (D-Salinas introduced …More

• June 11, 2009: Capps Praises Introduction of Breastfeeding Promotion Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) participated in a press conference today announcing the …More

• June 9, 2009: Capps Applauds Obama Administration's Acceleration of Economic Recovery Efforts
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement applauding the Obama Administration’s …More

• June 9, 2009: Capps Condemns the Murder of Dr. George Tiller
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) spoke on the House floor today condemning the …More

• June 9, 2009: Working to Improve Access to Quality Care and Reduce Health Disparities
  Access to affordable quality healthcare, particularly in our medically underserved communities, is a major hurdle …More

• June 8, 2009: Capps, Terry Introduce Bill to Improve Access to Quality Care and Reduce Health Disparities
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congressman Lee Terry (NE-02) introduced legislation …More

• June 4, 2009: Capps Honors Local Navy Commander Killed While Serving in Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) spoke on the House floor today honoring the …More

• June 4, 2009: Capps Addresses American Health Care Association
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Earlier today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) addressed the American Health Care Association …More

• June 3, 2009: Capps Announces Over $900,000 in Economic Recovery Funding for UCSB
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) and …More

• May 26, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama's Nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding President Obama’s selection of  …More

• May 26, 2009: Capps Statement on California Supreme Court Ruling on Proposition 8
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding the California Supreme …More

• May 21, 2009: Capps Applauds Energy and Commerce Committee Passage of Historic Energy and Climate Change Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) joined a majority of her colleagues on …More

• May 20, 2009: Capps Votes for Job Creating Small Business Assistance Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted for bipartisan legislation modernizing key job-creating entrepreneurial …More

• May 20, 2009: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Honors Congresswoman Lois Capps At Awards Reception on Capitol Hill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) honored Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) yesterday …More

• May 18, 2009: Capps Praises Proposed Obama Administration Change to New Vehicle Emission Standards
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement in response to media …More

• May 18, 2009: Seizing an Historic Opportunity
  This week the Committee on Energy and Commerce, on which I serve, is set to …More

• May 14, 2009: Capps Congratulates Ventura County Air Pollution Control District, Winner of EPA's 2008 Clean Air Excellence Award
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps today congratulated the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) …More

• May 14, 2009: Capps, Ehlers Introduce Legislation to Address Scleroderma
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congressman Vernon Ehlers (MI-03) introduced legislation …More

• May 14, 2009: Capps Celebrates Passage of Legislation to Create Jobs, Modernize California's Schools, and Save Precious Education Dollars
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the passage of legislation that would help renovate …More

• May 13, 2009: Capps Congratulates California State Champion of Poetry Out Loud Competition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps is pleased to announce her constituent, Spencer Klavan, a senior …More

• May 8, 2009: Capps Introduces Legislation to Improve the Public Health Response to Climate Change
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) introduced legislation to improve the public health …More

• May 7, 2009: Capps Statement on the Jesusita Fire
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) released the following statement regarding the Jesusita …More

• May 6, 2009: Capps Votes to Strengthen Mortgage and Financial Fraud Enforcement
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps voted for legislation that would significantly enhance the enforcement …More

• May 6, 2009: Facing The Jesusita Fire Together
  For the third time in less than a year, Santa Barbara area residents are again …More

• May 5, 2009: Capps Highlights Key Benefits and Tax Cuts Provided by the Economic Recovery Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that Social Security recipients, disabled veterans receiving …More

• May 1, 2009: Capps, Durbin to Introduce Healthcare Legislation to Help Cover Victims' Emergency Treatment Costs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA 23) will introduce legislation on Monday, May 4th …More

• April 30, 2009: Capps Applauds Passage of Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) voted for important legislation that would protect …More

• April 29, 2009: Capps Votes in Favor of Hate Crimes Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted in favor of the Local Law Enforcement …More

• April 29, 2009: Capps Announces New Economic Recovery Funding for Central, South Coast Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers …More

• April 28, 2009: Capps Announces Nearly $8 Million in Economic Recovery Funding for San Luis Obispo County Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) …More

• April 28, 2009: Capps Announces $40 Million in Federal Funding to Complete Repair of Santa Maria River Levee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that the Army Corps of Engineers …More

• April 22, 2009: Capps Announces $372,000 in Smart Energy Investments at Channel Island National Park
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that $372,000 will be made available for …More

• April 21, 2009: Capps Statement in Honor of Earth Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps released the following statement in honor of tomorrow’s celebration of …More

• April 17, 2009: Capps Lauds EPA Action to Regulate Global Warming Emissions
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today released the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection …More

• April 17, 2009: Capps Announces $840,000 Port Security Grant for Oxnard Harbor District
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s …More

• April 16, 2009: Capps, Boxer, Feinstein and Coastal California Members of Congress Oppose Misguided Bush Plan to Open California Coast to New Drilling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement today opposing the Bush …More

• April 15, 2009: Capps Announces $3.3 Million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Funding for Lake Cachuma's Water and Sewage Treatment Plant
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced the Bureau of Reclamation has provided $3.3 …More

• April 7, 2009: Charting a Course to Economic Recovery and Prosperity
  On Thursday, April 2nd, I joined with the majority of my House colleagues in voting …More

• April 6, 2009: Capps Invites Submissions for Annual Congressional Art Competition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) is inviting local high school students to submit …More

• April 2, 2009: Capps to Vote for Responsible Economic Plan to Promote Economic Recovery and Prosperity
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps will vote in favor of a budget that …More

• April 2, 2009: Capps Applauds Release of Over $12 Million in Economic Recovery Funds to Help Local Schools with Education Reforms and Save Teaching Jobs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the release of over $12 million in …More

• April 2, 2009: Capps Applauds Passage of Critical Legislation to Reduce Smoking
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the passage of critical legislation to …More

• April 2, 2009: Capps Reintroduces Legislation to Help Combat the Threat of Global Warming
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) reintroduced legislation to help coastal communities combat …More

• April 1, 2009: Capps, Boustany Introduce Legislation to Improve the Care of Cancer Patients
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Charles Boustany (R-LA) reintroduced legislation to …More

• April 1, 2009: Capps Applauds Passage of Much Needed Law to Protect Freedom of the Press
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded last night’s House passage of the Free Flow …More

• April 1, 2009: Capps Praises Implementation of Making Work Pay Tax Cut
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement as the Making Work Pay …More

• March 31, 2009: Capps Praises Introduction of Freedom to Travel Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding the introduction of …More

• March 31, 2009: Capps Statement on Comprehensive Clean Energy Legislation Released by Chairmen Waxman and Markey
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the discussion draft …More

• March 30, 2009: Capps Announces Economic Recovery Grants of Over $1.3 Million to Expand Community Health Centers to Care for More Patients
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that several Central and South Coast communities …More

• March 30, 2009: Capps Celebrates House Passage of Two Healthcare Bills
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) celebrated the House passage of two of …More

• March 26, 2009: Capps Praises Passage of Legislation to Protect and Enhance Fire Prevention Efforts
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the passage of key legislation to protect …More

• March 26, 2009: Capps Honored by Humane Society for Animal Welfare Work
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night Congresswoman Lois Capps was honored by the Humane Society of …More

• March 26, 2009: Capps Announces ARRA Grants of Over $6.6 Million for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Projects in Central and South Coast Communities
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that several Central and South Coast communities …More

• March 26, 2009: Capps Announces Over $7.5 Million in Funds for Central and South Coast Public Housing Authorities to Improve Housing
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that several Central and South Coast public …More

• March 26, 2009: Capps Speaks Out On "Cover The Uninsured Week" 2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke on the House floor today as part of …More

• March 25, 2009: Capps Celebrates Final Passage of Critical Public Lands Management Legislation which Includes Four Capps Bills
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the passage of critical public lands management …More

• March 24, 2009: Capps Renews Effort to End Drive-Through Mastectomies
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) joined over 200 of her colleagues to …More

• March 24, 2009: Capps Introduces Legislation to Promote Environmentally-Sound Offshore Energy Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps re-introduced legislation to promote environmentally-sound offshore energy projects.  …More

• March 24, 2009: Capps Calls for Additional Health Professionals to Help Address Healthcare Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) statement for the Subcommittee on Health’s third hearing …More

• March 19, 2009: Capps Applauds Passage of Legislation to Recoup Taxpayer Funds and Restore Public Trust
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) applauded the passage of legislation in the …More

• March 19, 2009: Capps Announces Additional Economic Recovery Funding to Help Seniors and Address the Housing Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that California will receive additional economy recovery …More

• March 18, 2009: Capps Votes for Measure to Renew America's Commitment to Service and Volunteerism
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) joined a bipartisan majority in the House …More

• March 17, 2009: Capps Highlights Local Story to Underscore National Health Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) statement for the Subcommittee on Health’s second hearing …More

• March 16, 2009: Capps Statement on Outrageous AIG Bonuses
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today after  media reports this …More

• March 16, 2009: Capps Applauds President Obama's Plans to Unlock Credit for Small Businesses
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement applauding President Obama’s plans to …More

• March 12, 2009: Capps Calls Attention to the "Human Element" of Climate Change Policy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) statement for the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment …More

• March 11, 2009: Capps Applauds More Than $400 million in Weatherization Funding and Energy Efficiency Grants for California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced that California will receive $411,904,061 in weatherization …More

• March 11, 2009: Capps Applauds Final Passage of Essential Federal Funding Bill for Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the final passage of the fiscal year …More

• March 11, 2009: Capps Applauds Final Passage of Essential Federal Funding Bill for San Luis Obispo County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the final passage of the fiscal year …More

• March 11, 2009: Capps Applauds Final Passage of Essential Federal Funding Bill for Ventura County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the final passage of the fiscal year …More

• March 9, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama Rescinding Ban on Life Saving Stem Cell Research
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement after joining President Obama …More

• March 9, 2009: Capps Announces Local Grants for Law Enforcement Made Possible by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that the U.S. Depart of Justice, through …More

• March 5, 2009: Capps Statement on Participating in White House Health Summit
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement after participating in President …More

• March 5, 2009: Capps Statement on January Unemployment Numbers for Central and South Coast Counties
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement after the State of California …More

• March 5, 2009: Capps Cheers Passage of Fair and Effective Plan to Help Our Economy by Helping Americans Keep Their Homes
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for legislation that will provide a fair …More

• March 4, 2009: Capps Welcomes Progress on Two Capps Health Bills and Other Key Public Health Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed key progress on two of her …More

• March 3, 2009: Capps Statement on Restoration of Key Endangered Species Act Requirement
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement after President Barack Obama …More

• March 3, 2009: Capps Announces Federal Grants for Local Airports' Expansion and Enhancement Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that several local airports received federal grants …More

• February 26, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama's 2010 Fiscal Year Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement in support of President Obama’s …More

• February 26, 2009: Capps Applauds Suspension of Misguided Bush Policy that Punished Law Abiding Health Professionals for Distributing Medical Marijuana
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the Obama Administration’s reversal of the Bush …More

• February 25, 2009: Capps Hails Passage of Critical Funding Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of the fiscal year 2009 …More

• February 25, 2009: Capps Hails Passage of Critical Funding Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of the fiscal year 2009 …More

• February 25, 2009: Capps Hails Passage of Critical Funding Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of the fiscal year 2009 …More

• February 25, 2009: Capps Announces Local Grants Made Possible by Economic Recovery Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that the U.S. Department of Housing and …More

• February 24, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama's Address to Congress
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement tonight regarding the President’s Address …More

• February 24, 2009: Capps Calls for New Path to Energy Independence
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today at a Natural Resources Committee hearing on coastal states perspectives on …More

• February 23, 2009: Capps Celebrates $6.7 Million in Federal Funding to Repair Santa Maria River Levee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that she helped secure almost $6.7 million …More

• February 23, 2009: Capps Urges Suspension of Misguided Bush Administration Policy that Persecutes Law Abiding Health Professionals Distributing Medical Marijuana
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following media reports of Bush Administration holdovers at the Drug Enforcement Agency …More

• February 18, 2009: Capps Statement on President Obama's Plan to Address Housing Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement after President Obama unveiled a …More

• February 13, 2009: Capps Celebrates Important Action to Get Economy Back on Track
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the House of Representatives final passage of …More

• February 12, 2009: Capps, Bono Mack, Stabenow, and Murkowski Reintroduce Heart for Women Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a struggling economy that could force some women to make tough …More

• February 12, 2009: Capps Honors Life of Larry King on One Year Anniversary of His Tragic Death
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps introduced legislation and spoke on the House floor …More

• February 12, 2009: Resolution in Honor of Lawrence "Larry" King
  M. Speaker, I rise this morning to honor the life of my constituent Larry King. …More

• February 10, 2009: Capps, Platts Reintroduce Legislation to Provide Federal Firefighters with Fair and Equitable Disability and Retirement Benefits
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Todd Platts (R-PA) reintroduced legislation, …More

• February 10, 2009: Capps Statement on Secretary Salazar's Announcement of a Comprehensive Energy Plan for the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding Secretary Salazar’s announcement of …More

• February 10, 2009: A Time To Act
  We are facing the most serious economic crisis to hit our country since the Great …More

• February 9, 2009: Capps Designated Vice Chair of Powerful Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Henry A. Waxman (D-CA) announced that …More

• February 4, 2009: Capps Votes for Needed Delay in Digital Television Transition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps voted for the DTV Delay Act, which would extend …More

• February 4, 2009: Capps Applauds Enactment of Bipartisan Legislation to Provide Health Care for 11 Million Children
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps joined a majority of her House colleagues in voting …More

• February 4, 2009: Capps, Terry Reintroduce Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act of 2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congressman Lee Terry (NE-02) reintroduced the …More

• February 3, 2009: Capps Celebrates Passage of Campus Safety Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) celebrated the House’s passage of the Center …More

• February 3, 2009: Capps, Rogers Reintroduce Legislation to Help Americans Suffering From Pain
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Mike Rogers (R-MI) reintroduced the …More

• January 30, 2009: Capps, Olver Applaud Obama Administration Release of $20.3 Million for Human Aid in Gaza
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congressman John Olver (MA-1) today applauded the …More

• January 29, 2009: Capps Statement on California State Lands Commission Decision on Proposed Tranquillon Ridge Oil and Gas Field Project Off Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the California State Lands …More

• January 28, 2009: Capps Praises Passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the House of Representatives passage of critical …More

• January 28, 2009: Capps, Olver, Lee Lead Congressional Effort to Draw Attention to Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23), Congressman John Olver (MA-1) and Congresswoman Barbara …More

• January 28, 2009: Capps Observes 40th Anniversary of Santa Barbara Oil Spill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) spoke on the House floor to commemorate …More

• January 27, 2009: Capps Endorses Landmark Proposal to Phase Out Oil and Gas Development, Save Unique Lands, and Limit Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night Congresswoman Lois Capps wrote to the California State Lands Commission …More

• January 26, 2009: Capps Praises President Obama's Decision to Reconsider California's Waiver to Lower Tailpipe Emissions
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement praising President Obama’s decision …More

• January 23, 2009: Capps Praises President Obama's Decision to Lift Global Gag Rule
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) released the following statement regarding President Obama’s decision …More

• January 23, 2009: Capps, Congressional Colleagues Call on Women's Magazines to Reject Shameful Advertisements Targeting Women
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and 24 of her House colleagues wrote …More

• January 23, 2009: Capps Highlights Key Education Provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today highlighted key education provisions in the economic recovery …More

• January 22, 2009: Capps Lauds Appointment of Sen. George Mitchell as Special Middle East Envoy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today released the following statement regarding the appointment of …More

• January 22, 2009: Capps Statement in Support of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ statement for the Energy and Commerce Committee’s mark-up of …More

• January 19, 2009: Capps Statement on the Inauguration of Barack Obama
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today on the swearing-in of …More

• January 16, 2009: Capps Statement on President Bush's Last Minute Proposal to Open Our Coasts to New Offshore Drilling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding President Bush’s draft proposed …More

• January 15, 2009: Capps Celebrates Passage Of Oxnard Water Resources Development Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. Senate approved S. 22, the Omnibus Public Land Management …More

• January 14, 2009: Capps Celebrates Passage of Critical Legislation to Protect Children's Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the House voted 289 to 139 to approve the reauthorization of …More

• January 13, 2009: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grants for Local Fire Departments
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that several local fire departments and a …More

• January 9, 2009: Capps Letter Calls on Bush to Resolve Humanitarian Tragedy Unfolding in Gaza
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA) today released a letter (text below) she sent …More

• January 9, 2009: Statement of the Rep. Lois Capps On H Res 34
  Madame Speaker, I will vote for this resolution today.  But I am disappointed that we …More

• January 8, 2009: Capps Statement Responding to President-Elect Obama's Speech on the Economy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today following President-Elect Obama’s speech …More

• January 6, 2009: Capps Statement on the Start of the 111th Congress
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today on the opening of …More

• November 26, 2008: Counting Our Blessings and Giving Thanks
  Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  As we prepare to celebrate the holiday with family and friends I …More

• November 21, 2008: Capps-Rockefeller Legislation to Ease Digital Television Transition Approved by Senate
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night legislation authored by Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Senator Jay …More

• November 18, 2008: Capps, Feinstein, Boxer and 38 House Members Call for Federal Aid for Devastating Fires
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23), U.S. Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer, …More

• November 16, 2008: Congresswoman Capps Statement on Efforts to Fight and Recover from the Tea Fire
   SANTA BARBARA, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding efforts to …More

• November 14, 2008: Information Regarding the 56th Presidential Inauguration
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Office of Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following information for …More

• November 12, 2008: Capps Expresses Disappointment at Supreme Court Ruling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement reacting to today’s Supreme Court …More

• October 17, 2008: Capps Receives High Marks From Key Environmental Group
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps has received praise from one of the nation’s leading …More

• October 3, 2008: Capps Votes Again for Economic Rescue Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted for an expanded version of the Emergency …More

• September 29, 2008: Capps Reluctantly Votes for Economic Rescue Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted for the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of …More

• September 26, 2008: Capps Votes for Economic Stimulus and Renewable Energy Investment Packages
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted to boost the struggling economy, create jobs, …More

• September 25, 2008: Capps Announces $2.5 Million Grant for Oxnard College
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that the U.S. Department of Education has …More

• September 25, 2008: Capps Statement on Economic Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the economic crisis:“I am …More

• September 25, 2008: House Passes Capps Health Care Bills
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded House passage today of her legislation to address …More

• September 23, 2008: Capps Introduces Legislation to Ease Digital Television Transition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps introduced the Short-term Analog Flash and Emergency Readiness …More

• September 23, 2008: House Passes Capps Bill to Protect Valuable Coastal Lands
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night the House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation, the Coastal and …More

• September 19, 2008: Capps Statement on Economic Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the economic crisis: “Our …More

• September 19, 2008: Capps Announces $1.9 Million Grant for San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport
  SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today a federal grant totaling almost …More

• September 17, 2008: Capps Recognized for Leadership on Issues Important to Women
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps was recognized for her outstanding public record by …More

• September 17, 2008: Capps Health Care Bills Pass
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ legislation to address heart disease in women and to …More

• September 16, 2008: Capps Votes Against New Offshore Drilling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted against legislation that would weaken the current …More

• September 15, 2008: Capps Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month …More

• September 12, 2008: Capps Announces Grant to Combat Meth Addiction in Santa Barbara
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced a $289,150 federal grant for the Santa Barbara …More

• September 5, 2008: Capps Announces Grant for St. John's Regional Medical Center
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced a one-year, $383,187 federal grant for the St. …More

• September 3, 2008: Capps Announces Funding for San Luis Obispo Women's Shelter
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today a Transitional Housing Grant of $250,000 for …More

• September 3, 2008: Capps Recognizes Local Recipients Of Environmental Education Grants
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today recognized seven local recipients of Bay Watershed Education …More

• August 13, 2008: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grant for San Luis Obispo County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced a one-year, $268,305 federal Byrne grant for San …More

• August 1, 2008: Capps: Nearly 25,000 South and Central Residents Have Yet to Claim $300 "Recovery Rebates"
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that nearly 25,000 South and Central Coast …More

• August 1, 2008: Capps Votes to Ensure Equal Pay for Equal Work
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for a comprehensive measure to help end …More

• July 31, 2008: Capps Votes to Strengthen and Enhance Higher Education Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined an overwhelming bipartisan majority in the House …More

• July 31, 2008: Capps Stands Up for California's 9/11 Heroes, Calls for More Efforts to Improve Care for Those Affected by WTC Attacks
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps used today’s Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee hearing …More

• July 31, 2008: Capps: Exxon Mobil's Record Profits Demonstrate Bankruptcy of Bush Administration Energy Policies
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today reacting to reports of …More

• July 30, 2008: Capps Set to Vote for Critical Legislation to Reduce Smoking
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke on the House floor today in support of …More

• July 30, 2008: Capps: President Pushes More Giveaways for Big Oil and Gas Companies
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today in response to remarks …More

• July 30, 2008: Capps Celebrates Enactment of Bill to Help Homeowners, Communities, Tackle Housing Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today celebrated the enactment of bipartisan legislation, the American …More

• July 30, 2008: Statement of Rep. Lois Capps in support of HR 1108, Family Smoking Prevention Act
  Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of HR 1108. This bill is about bringing …More

• July 30, 2008: Statement of Rep. Lois Capps in support of HR 1138, Paycheck Fairness Act
  Madame Speaker, I rise in strong support of HR 1138, the Paycheck Fairness Act. And …More

• July 29, 2008: Capps Honored by Peace Action West
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps was honored by Peace Action West for her leadership …More

• July 24, 2008: Capps Supports Legislation to Reduce Gas Prices
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for the Consumer Energy Supply Act of …More

• July 24, 2008: Capps Hails House Passage of Landmark HIV/AIDs, Tuberculosis and Malaria Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today voted for the Lantos-Hyde U.S. Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, …More

• July 23, 2008: Capps Supports Legislation to Address Housing Crisis, Assist Homeowners
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure …More

• July 22, 2008: Capps, Durbin Introduce Disaster Victims Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA 23) introduced legislation today to guarantee emergency treatment …More

• July 22, 2008: Capps Announces Grant for the South Coast Railroad Museum
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today a Museums for America grant of $24,712 …More

• July 17, 2008: Congressional Women Rally for Fair Pay
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) joined with Senate …More

• July 17, 2008: Capps Votes for Common Sense DRILL Act, Decries Calls for More Offshore Drilling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – {Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for common sense legislation that would help …More

• July 17, 2008: Capps Calls on Bush Administration to Stop Effort to Restrict Access to Family Planning Services
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps called on the Bush Administration to stop its …More

• July 16, 2008: Capps Votes to Override President's Misguided Veto of Key Legislation to Protect Medicare Patients and Providers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined the vast majority of her colleagues in …More

• July 14, 2008: Capps Responds to President Bush's Repeal of the Executive OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Moratorium
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding President Bush’s plan to …More

• July 14, 2008: How not to lower gas prices
  President Bush’s announcement today that he is lifting the Executive Ban placing a moratorium on …More

• July 11, 2008: Capps Reacts to Latest CMS Report on RAC Pilot Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement regarding the latest Centers for …More

• July 11, 2008: Congresswoman Capps Statement Regarding the Passing of Margaret Mehring
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement regarding the recent passing of …More

• July 10, 2008: Capps Statement on Upcoming Energy Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding upcoming energy legislation:  “All …More

• July 9, 2008: Capps Pushes Bills to Protect Fire Prevention Efforts and Honor the Heroic Service of Those Fighting the Wildfires in California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke on the House floor in strong support …More

• July 9, 2008: Honoring Our Firefighters and Working To Prevent Wildfires Before They Start
  After last year’s devastating wildfires throughout the State of California, our state is again bracing …More

• July 8, 2008: Capps Praises Legislation to Help Reduce Air Pollution in Coastal Areas
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke in favor of legislation that enables the …More

• July 7, 2008: Capps Praises New Report by Senior Military Leaders Calling for End to Military Ban on Gay Service Members
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps praised a new study released today by a group …More

• July 1, 2008: Capps Applauds Rate Cut Making Federal Student Loans More Affordable
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the reduction of the federal student …More

• June 26, 2008: Capps Votes for Key Measures to Bring American Families Relief from High Energy Costs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps voted for several key measures to provide American families …More

• June 25, 2008: Capps Celebrates Key House Committee Approval of $8.5 Million to Help Stabilize and Repair the Santa Maria River Levee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $8.5 million in the …More

• June 25, 2008: Capps Praises Passage of Legislation to Improve 911 Emergency Services
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night the House of Representatives approved the New and Emerging Technologies …More

• June 25, 2008: Capps Applauds Passage of Key Measure to Protect Medicare Patients and Providers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of a key measure today that …More

• June 25, 2008: Capps Applauds Passage of Key Measure to Protect Medicare Patients and Providers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of a key measure today that …More

• June 24, 2008: Democratic Women Push President Bush for Greater Commitment to Address Maternal Mortality
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps was joined by 35 of her Democratic Women …More

• June 24, 2008: Capps Holds First Health Subcommittee Hearing as Vice Chair
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Health Subcommittee Vice Chair Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement for …More

• June 23, 2008: Capps on McCain's Visit to Santa Barbara to Talk about His 'New' Plan for Energy Independence
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding Senator McCain’s visit to …More

• June 20, 2008: Capps Votes Against Funding President Bush's Failed Policies in Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night the House of Representatives considered the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act …More

• June 19, 2008: Capps Praises Passage of Enhanced Federal Paid Parental Leave Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement praising the House passage of …More

• June 19, 2008: Capps Designated Vice Chair of Powerful Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman John Dingell (D-MI) announced that he …More

• June 18, 2008: Capps on Bush-McCain Plan to Push for More Drilling Off Our Coasts
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement in response to the Bush-McCain …More

• June 5, 2008: Capps Applauds Passage of Responsible New Direction Democratic Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of a responsible New Direction …More

• June 5, 2008: Capps Praises Passage of Legislation to Help Modernize California’s Schools
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the passage of legislation that would help renovate …More

• June 5, 2008: Capps, House Cancer Caucus Help Kick Off Susan G. Komen for the Cure Capitol Hill Lobby Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Cancer Caucus co-chairs Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Congressman Steve Israel …More

• June 4, 2008: Capps Helps Launch New Congressional Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Equality Caucus
  WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) helped launch a new Congressional Lesbian, Gay, …More

• June 4, 2008: Capps Statement on Draft of Health Information Technology and Privacy Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps’ statement for the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee …More

• May 22, 2008: Speaker Pelosi, Capps, Celebrate Important Victory in Effort to Address Maternal Mortality
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated an important …More

• May 20, 2008: Capps Statement on Maternal Mortality
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps, UN Goodwill Ambassador Geri Halliwell, CARE Ambassador Christy …More

• May 20, 2008: Congresswoman Capps Statement on Senator Kennedy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today regarding Senator Ted Kennedy: …More

• May 15, 2008: Capps Votes Against Another Blank Check for President Bush's Failed Policies in Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the House of Representatives considered H.R. 2642, the Fiscal Year 2008 …More

• May 15, 2008: Capps Praises California Supreme Court Decision Allowing Gay Marriage
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement praising the California Supreme Court’s …More

• May 14, 2008: Capps Praises House Passage of Farm Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the approval of the farm bill conference …More

• May 14, 2008: Health Subcommittee Hearing - Discussion Draft of the FDA Globalization Act: Device and Cosmetic Safety
  Thank you, Chairman Pallone. I appreciate your holding this hearing today and I want to …More

• May 14, 2008: One Minute Statement of Rep. Lois Capps
  Madame Speaker, this past weekend we celebrated Mothers Day. I was fortunate enough to celebrate …More

• May 13, 2008: Capps Set to Vote to Temporarily Suspend Filling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement in support of H.R. 6022, …More

• May 8, 2008: Capps Hails Signing of Bill to Preserve Piedras Blancas Light Station
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement hailing the President’s signing of …More

• May 8, 2008: Capps Praises House Passage of Two Key Measures to Address Housing Crisis; Urges Presidential Approval
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the House’s passage of two key housing …More

• May 8, 2008: Capps Reiterates Commitment to Life-Saving Stem Cell Research
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ statement for the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee …More

• May 6, 2008: Capps Observes National Nurses Week
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) took to the House floor today to speak …More

• May 6, 2008: Capps Observes National Teacher Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) took to the House floor today to speak …More

• May 1, 2008: Capps Welcomes Fishery Failure Disaster Declaration for West Coast Salmon Fishers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps welcomed the U.S. Commerce Department’s decision to issue a …More

• April 29, 2008: Capps Celebrates Final Passage of Bill to Preserve Piedras Blancas Light Station
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today celebrated the House’s final passage of S. 2739, …More

• April 25, 2008: Capps Announces Recovery Rebates Arriving Sooner Than Expected
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced that the Treasury Department would be able …More

• April 25, 2008: When Silence Speaks Volumes
  As you may know, today is the 12th Annual National Day of Silence, an annual …More

• April 24, 2008: Capps Introduces Legislation to Improve Military Health Care and Address National Nursing Shortage
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Democratic Co-Chair of the Congressional Nursing Caucus, …More

• April 24, 2008: Capps Honors Slain Oxnard Student; Speaks in Support of National Day of Silence
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) took to the House floor Wednesday evening April …More

• April 23, 2008: Capps Celebrates 60th Anniversary of the State of Israel
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement in support of HConRes 322, …More

• April 23, 2008: Capps Applauds House Action to Protect the Medicaid Safety Net
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the House’s bipartisan action to protect the …More

• April 23, 2008: Congresswoman Capps Testimony on the Importance of Comprehensive Sex Education and the Ineffectiveness of Abstinence-Only Education
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) testimony for the Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s …More

• April 23, 2008: Congresswoman Capps rises in recognition of the National Day of Silence
  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today in recognition of the National Day of Silence. …More

• April 23, 2008: Let's Give Our Kids All The Information They Need To Make Safe, Healthy Choices
  Earlier today I had the privilege of testifying on the topic of abstinence-only education before …More

• April 22, 2008: Capps Calls for Equal Pay for Women Workers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Chair of the Democratic Women’s Working Group released …More

• April 22, 2008: Capps Celebrates Earth Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement celebrating Earth Day and …More

• April 22, 2008: Statement of Rep. Lois Capps on Equal Pay Day
  Madam Speaker, I rise to call attention to Equal Pay Day. This is the day …More

• April 22, 2008: Statement of Rep. Lois Capps HConRes322, Recognizing the 60th Anniversary of the State of Israel
  Madam Speaker, I rise in support of HConRes322 and join my colleagues in congratulating the …More

• April 22, 2008: America's Working Women Deserve Equal Pay For Equal Work
  Today America observes an unfortunate holiday, Equal Pay Day.This is the day when the average …More

• April 16, 2008: Capps Chides President Bush for His "Day Late Dollar Short" Approach to the Global Warming Crisis
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps released the following statement regarding President Bush’s speech on global …More

• April 16, 2008: Capps, White Ribbon Alliance Call for Investments to Save Women’s Lives Lost in Pregnancy and Childbirth
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined the White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood …More

• April 15, 2008: Capps, New Dems, NYC Mayor Bloomberg Offer Roadmap Forward on Health IT
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps together with fellow Members of the New Democrat Coalition …More

• April 14, 2008: Capps, 53 Other Members Urge Secretary Paulson to Strengthen Investment in Global Maternal Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps joined 53 of her House colleagues in urging US …More

• April 11, 2008: Capps Calls for Disaster Aid for Fishing Community Following Closure of Salmon Season for California and Oregon
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps called for the Bush Administration to issue a full …More

• April 10, 2008: American Heart Association Honors Amy Fisher, Aide to Congresswoman Capps
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Heart Association announced today that it will honor Congresswoman Lois …More

• April 10, 2008: Senate Passes Legislation that Includes Capps Bill to Preserve Piedras Blancas Light Station
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today celebrated the Senate’s passage of S. 2739, the …More

• April 10, 2008: Capps Applauds Landmark Agreement to Phase Out Oil and Gas Development and Save Unique Lands in Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding today’s announcement that the …More

• April 9, 2008: Capps Statement in Support of Peaceful Solution to Dispute in Tibet
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement in support of H.Res. 1077, …More

• April 9, 2008: Capps Invites Submissions for Congressional Art Competition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) is inviting local high school students to submit …More

• April 9, 2008: Capps Responds to Testimony on the Bush Administration's Iraq Policy
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the testimony from General …More

• April 9, 2008: House Passes Capps-Walsh Bill to Reauthorize Landmark Hearing Initiative
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Jim Walsh (R-NY) celebrated House …More

• April 3, 2008: Capps Statement on Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ statement for the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Health Subcommittee …More

• April 2, 2008: Capps Praises House Reauthorization of Lifesaving Legislation to Combat Global HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) praised the House’s reauthorization of lifesaving legislation …More

• April 2, 2008: Capps Welcomes Progress on Landmark Legislation to Regulate Tobacco Products
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed key progress on legislation that will …More

• March 31, 2008: Capps Celebrates Cesar E. Chavez's Birthday
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement celebrating Hispanic civil rights …More

• March 31, 2008: Capps: Resignation of HUD Secretary Jackson Long Overdue
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today called the resignation of the Department of Housing …More

• March 19, 2008: Capps Statement on the Iraq War as it Enters its Sixth Year
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today on the fifth anniversary …More

• March 13, 2008: Capps' Statement After House Holds Rare Secret Session
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement after the House held a …More

• March 13, 2008: Capps Celebrates Passage Of Responsible New Direction Democratic Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps release the following statement regarding the New Direction Congress’ …More

• March 13, 2008: Capps Welcomes Progress On Legislation To Reauthorize Landmark Hearing Initiative
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed key progress on her legislation to …More

• March 12, 2008: Capps Votes to Support Tough New Congressional Ethics Panel
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – After supporting landmark ethics and lobbying reforms last year, Congresswoman Capps last …More

• March 12, 2008: Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues to Announce Bipartisan Agenda, Honor Leadership at Gala Tonight
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – This year, women will make history when they cast more than half …More

• March 12, 2008: We've come a long way...
  Tonight the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues --which I am proud to Co-Chair-- is celebrating …More

• March 6, 2008: Capps Honored By Planned Parenthood
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) was honored last night by Planned Parenthood Federation …More

• March 6, 2008: Capps Pushes Bill to Overturn EPA Denial of California's Plan to Fight Global Warming
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) gave her strong support to an effort …More

• March 6, 2008: Capps Supports Landmark Mental Health Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke out in strong support of landmark legislation to …More

• March 5, 2008: Capps: Larger Government-Insured Loans Will Provide Much Needed Relief to Homebuyers and Homeowners
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today praised the Department of Housing and Urban Development …More

• March 3, 2008: Capps Condemns Bush Administration's Misguided Medicaid Regulations
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) condemned the Bush Administration’s misguided regulations that would …More

• March 3, 2008: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grants for San Luis Obispo County Fire Department
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced a one-year, $268,000 federal grant for the San …More

• February 29, 2008: Capps' Coastal Protection Bills Considered by House Subcommittee
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) testified yesterday in favor of legislation she introduced …More

• February 28, 2008: Capps Calls Latest CMS Report on RAC Program More "Happy Talk" on a Failed Process
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding on the Centers …More

• February 27, 2008: Capps Pushes for Sensible Plan to Invest in Renewable Energy and Create New "Green" Jobs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) today helped lead a successful push to pass …More

• February 25, 2008: Thank you!
  Thanks to those of you who participated in my recent online town hall meeting about …More

• February 22, 2008: Please Join Me As We Work To "Breakaway" from Cancer
  I hope everyone’s enjoying a nice Friday and getting ready for the weekend.  As you …More

• February 14, 2008: Women's Caucus Celebrates Passage of Resolution Recognizing American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues celebrated the passage of its …More

• February 14, 2008: Capps Calls for More AEDs in Schools
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ remarks, as prepared for delivery, on the Josh Miller …More

• February 14, 2008: Wearing Our Hearts On Our Sleeves
  Happy Valentines Day!  As we go about our busy day enjoying tasty treats with friends …More

• February 8, 2008: Capps Decries President's Cuts to Critical Programs that Help Domestic Violence Survivors
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps decried the severe cuts to critical programs created …More

• February 7, 2008: Capps Applauds Passage of Legislation to Combat Rising College Costs and Remove Other Obstacles to College Enrollment
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of the College Opportunity and …More

• February 6, 2008: Capps' Statement on Bush Administration's Proposed Changes to Guest Worker Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the Bush Administration's proposal …More

• February 6, 2008: Capps Statement on the Presidential Primary Campaign
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the ongoing Presidential primary …More

• February 4, 2008: Capps Statement on President's Fiscal Year 2009 Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, Chair of the Democratic Women’s Working Group, issued the …More

• February 1, 2008: Capps Statement on Exxon Mobil's Record $40.6 billion Annual Profit
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps released the following statement regarding today’s announcement from Exxon Mobil …More

• February 1, 2008: Capps Calls on EPA to Hold Greka Energy Fully Accountable for Irresponsible Management of its Facilities
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps today called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to use …More

• January 29, 2008: Capps Statement on Violence in Israel
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today released the following statement regarding the recent violence …More

• January 29, 2008: Capps Praises House Passed Economic Stimulus Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps released praised the House’s quick action to pass …More

• January 29, 2008: New Democrats' Rx for 21st Century Health Care: Achieving Quality & Affordability through Prevention, Innovation, & Competition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the New Democrat Coalition launched a health care initiative aimed at …More

• January 29, 2008: Capps, Ros-Lehtinen Celebrate Important Victory for National Marine Sanctuary Caucus
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL), Co-Chairs of the …More

• January 28, 2008: Capps' Statement on President Bush's State of the Union Address
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement tonight regarding the President’s State …More

• January 24, 2008: Capps' Statement on Economic Stimulus Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the economic stimulus package …More

• January 24, 2008: A Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
  To paraphrase the title of one of my grandkids’ favorite books, January 23rd, 2008 was …More

• January 23, 2008: Capps' Statement on the Economy and a Possible Economic Stimulus Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the economy and a possible …More

• January 23, 2008: Capps Votes to Strengthen Successful Children's Health Care Program; Decries President's Continued Opposition
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Member of the Energy and Commerce …More

• January 21, 2008: Congresswoman Capps' Speech Honoring Martin Luther King Day in Oxnard
  Today, we’re here to honor the memory of an American who led the most profound …More

• January 18, 2008: Capps Statement on Bush Administration Decision to Reject Orange County Toll Road
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement reacting to today’s Bush Administration …More

• January 18, 2008: Capps Decries Bush Administration Effort to Restrict Access to Family Planning Services
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps decried the Bush Administration’s last minute effort to …More

• January 16, 2008: Capps Welcomes Opportunity to Discuss Medicaid's Critical Role for the Disabled, their Caregivers and their Families
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps highlighted two key issues pertaining to Medicaid during …More

• January 11, 2008: Congresswoman Capps' Speech to the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education Panel
  Thank you for inviting me here today.  I appreciate the leadership of Dean Jane Close …More

• January 10, 2008: Capps Votes for Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the Auto Industry Financing …More

• January 10, 2008: Capps-Rockefeller Legislation to Ease Digital Television Transition Approved by House
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today legislation authored by Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Senator Jay Rockefeller …More

• January 10, 2008: Capps' Statement on GAO Report that LNG and Oil Tankers are Vulnerable to Terrorist Attacks
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on latest Government Accountability Office’s …More

• January 8, 2008: Capps Statement on Platform A Oil Spill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding this weekend’s oil spill …More

• January 8, 2008: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on Education at Antioch University
  Thank you for inviting me here today. I always enjoy speaking to your group. I …More

• January 8, 2008: Congresswoman Capps' Speech at the Santa Maria Valley Levees Press Conference
  Thank you for joining us. It’s my pleasure to be here to announce that we …More

• January 5, 2008: Capps Statement on Bush Administration Decision Allowing Loaded, Concealed Weapons in National Parks
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement reacting to today’s Bush Administration …More

• January 3, 2008: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on the Energy Independence and Security Act
  Good morning.  Thank you for joining us. For years, America has needed a cleaner, cheaper, …More

• November 29, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech to the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
  Thank you all for that warm welcome. Today I want to talk about what …More

• November 27, 2007: Capps: "R.J. Reynolds' Token Concession on Tobacco Ads a Day Late and a Dollar Short"
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement in response to media …More

• November 15, 2007: Capps Praises Passage of Legislation to Prevent Predatory Lending Tactics and Protect Homeownership
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of the Mortgage Reform and …More

• November 14, 2007: Capps Hails Passage of Legislation to Renew and Enhance Head Start Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of the Improving Head Start …More

• November 14, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of Half a Million Dollars for Ventura County Transportation Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $500,000 for a Ventura …More

• November 14, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of Over Half a Million Dollars for City of Santa Maria Transportation and Community Development Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $650,000 for two transportation …More

• November 13, 2007: Capps, Brown-Waite Introduce Legislation to Improve Patient Care and Support Nurses
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) and Congresswoman Ginny Brown-Waite (FL-5) announced the …More

• November 13, 2007: Capps Applauds House Passage of Her Lung Cancer Resolution
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the House’s unanimous passage of her legislation, …More

• November 8, 2007: Capps Applauds Override of Bush Veto of Critical Infrastructure Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the Senate’s vote to override President Bush’s veto …More

• November 8, 2007: Capps Applauds Override of Bush Veto of Critical Infrastructure Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the Senate’s vote to override President Bush’s …More

• November 8, 2007: Capps, Nunes Introduce Legislation to Enact Nationwide Moratorium for Recovery Audit Contract (RAC) Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and Congressman Devin Nunes (R-Visalia) introduced …More

• November 8, 2007: Capps Votes to Expand Protections Against Workplace Discrimination
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted with 234 of her colleagues in favor …More

• November 8, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on H.R. 1747, the Safe Drinking Water for Healthy Communities Act
  Mr. Chairman, I want to thank you for holding this markup. This is a very …More

• November 7, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of Over Half a Million Dollars for Public Health Programs in Ventura County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $640,000 for public health …More

• November 7, 2007: Making Progress On A New Direction
  One year ago today Americans sent a strong message for change in Washington.  This past …More

• November 6, 2007: Capps Votes to Override Bush Veto of Critical Infrastructure Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted with 360 of her Republican and Democratic …More

• November 6, 2007: Capps Votes to Override Bush Veto of Critical Infrastructure Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted with 360 of her Republican and Democratic …More

• November 6, 2007: Capps Votes to Override Bush Veto of Critical Infrastructure Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps voted with 360 of her Republican and Democratic …More

• November 3, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Statement at the Field Hearing on the National Marine Sanctuaries Act
  Good morning.  Welcome to Santa Barbara. First, I want to thank Chairwoman Bordallo for convening …More

• November 1, 2007: Capps Applauds Effort to Restore Access to Affordable Birth Control on College Campuses
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the introduction of bipartisan legislation to restore …More

• November 1, 2007: Capps, Nunes Call on Medicare to Clarify its "Pause" of Recovery Audit Contract (RAC) Program in California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and Congressman Deven Nunes (R-Visalia), called …More

• October 31, 2007: Capps Praises Landmark Agreement to Promote Sustainable Fishing and Ocean Conservation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) praised the landmark conservation fishing agreement between …More

• October 31, 2007: Capps' Statement Honoring the Heroic Service of Those Who Helped Fight the Wildfires in Southern California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps spoke on the House floor in strong support of …More

• October 30, 2007: Capps Applauds Congressional Action to Support Small Businesses
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the New Direction Congress’ efforts to support …More

• October 30, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech Honoring First Responders and Supporting the Victims of the Southern California Wildfires
  Madame Speaker, as a representative of areas effected by the recent wildfires, and as a …More

• October 29, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on the Genocide in Darfur
  Mr. Speaker, today I rise in strong support of H. Res. 573, a resolution that …More

• October 27, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech to the National Forest Foundation
  Thank you for that kind introduction. It’s great to be with so many people that …More

• October 26, 2007: Capps' Statement on the Los Osos Community Vote on Proposition 218
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today after it was announced that …More

• October 25, 2007: Capps Cheers Passage of Modified Bipartisan Children's Health Care Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement today after the House passed …More

• October 24, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Applauds Federal Disaster Declaration for Southern California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded President Bush’s decision to issue a Major Disaster …More

• October 23, 2007: A Rich And Full Day
  Well I’ve finally had a few minutes to pause and reflect on last week’s Central …More

• October 22, 2007: Capps' Statement on President Bush's Latest Request for Another Blank Check for the War in Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on President Bush’s latest request …More

• October 19, 2007: Capps Applauds State Support of Request for Emergency Funding to Stabilize Santa Maria Levees
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the state of California for its support for …More

• October 19, 2007: Congressional Leaders Condemn Appointment of Dr. Susan Orr
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (NY-28) and Rep. Diana DeGette (CO-1) were today joined …More

• October 18, 2007: Capps Celebrates Successful Central and South Coast Faith Leaders' Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding Central and South Coast Faith …More

• October 18, 2007: Capps Decries Republican Opposition to Children's Health Care
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee’s …More

• October 17, 2007: Capps' Statement in Support of Bipartisan Legislation to Reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement of support for bipartisan legislation reauthorizing …More

• October 17, 2007: Capps Hails Passage of Much Needed Law to Protect Freedom of the Press
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed passage of the Free Flow of Information Act …More

• October 17, 2007: A Beautiful Beginning for Our Day of Faith!
  What an amazing and inspiring day! Today I’m hosting Central and South Coast Faith Leaders’ …More

• October 16, 2007: Capps to Lead Bipartisan Women's Caucus Congressional Delegation to Represent United States at Women Deliver Conference in London
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps, Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, will lead …More

• October 12, 2007: Capps Congratulates Former Vice President Al Gore on Winning the Nobel Peace Prize
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement congratulating Former Vice President Al …More

• October 10, 2007: Capps Welcomes Progress On Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed important progress on the Paul Wellstone …More

• October 10, 2007: A Fine Day To Free Foxes
  On Columbus Day I had the privilege of participating in a momentous occasion – the …More

• October 3, 2007: Capps' Statement on Today's Public Hearing on the Proposed Clearwater Port LNG Facility
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on today’s public hearing regarding the …More

• October 3, 2007: Capps' Statement on President Bush's Misguided Veto of Bipartisan Legislation to Reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Member of the Energy and Commerce …More

• September 30, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech at the Santa Barbara Beautiful Awards
  Good evening.  It’s great to be with you for these awards. Santa Barbara Beautiful …More

• September 28, 2007: Capps Continues Efforts to Stabilize Santa Maria Levees and Protect Santa Maria Residents from Burdensome Flood Insurance Costs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps continued her efforts to stabilize the Santa Maria Levees …More

• September 27, 2007: Reps. Slaughter, Capps, and Solis Issue Statement on Verizon's Reversal in Rejecting NARAL's application for a Text Messaging Short Code
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Louise M. Slaughter (NY-28), Lois Capps (CA-23), and Hilda Solis (CA-32) …More

• September 27, 2007: Capps Applauds Enactment of Record College Aid Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the enactment of the single largest …More

• September 26, 2007: Capps Celebrates Important Victory for Our Children's Health and Wellbeing
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night the House voted 265 to 159 to approve the reauthorization …More

• September 24, 2007: Capps Encourages Constituents to Participate in Landmark Veterans History Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Congresswoman Capps sent emails and letters to over 100,000 people …More

• September 21, 2007: Capps’ Applauds Bipartisan Agreement on Children’s Health Insurance Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the bipartisan agreement to reauthorize and …More

• September 19, 2007: Capps' Statement on the EPA's Addition of the Halaco Engineering Company Location to its Superfund National Priorities List
  WASHINGTON D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection …More

• September 18, 2007: Capps, Pallone, Solis Introduce Legislation to Protect Children's Access to Health Care
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) together with her colleagues Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ), …More

• September 18, 2007: Capps Applauds Passage of Critical Legislation to Address Subprime Loan Crisis, Prevent Predatory Lending Tactics, and Expand Homeownership
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) applauded the passage of the Expanding American …More

• September 18, 2007: Reaching Out To Our Neighbor Mexico And Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
  Recently I had the opportunity to visit Mexico as part of a bipartisan trip organized …More

• September 17, 2007: Capps Celebrates Hispanic American Heritage Month
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps issued the following statement in celebration of Hispanic Heritage …More

• September 13, 2007: Capps' Statement on President Bush's Plans to Continue America's Open Ended Commitment in Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on President Bush’s plans to …More

• September 11, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' 9-11 Remarks at the International Peace Concert at Casa de la Guerra
  I want to thank the Santa Barbara Sister Cities Board and the Santa Barbara community …More

• September 11, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' 9-11 Remarks at Vandenberg
  Thank you Col. Stephen Tanous, Vandenberg Chaplain Lt. Col. Michael Grubbs, retired Maj. Brian Smith …More

• September 10, 2007: Capps' Statement on General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker's Testimony on the White House's Most Recent Iraq Report
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the testimony from General …More

• September 7, 2007: Capps Working to Address Sub-prime Loan Crisis and Prevent Predatory Lending Tactics
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps commended the Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation and NeighborWorks®’ …More

• September 7, 2007: Capps Celebrates Final Passage of Record College Aid Package
  WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) celebrated another major achievement for the Democratic-led …More

• September 5, 2007: Capps Thanks Local Congressional Page
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps thanked Tyler Wilson, a high school student from …More

• September 5, 2007: Capps Congratulates Area Nominees to Military Academies
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced the names of two area students who …More

• September 4, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on her Mexico-City Trip
  Madame Speaker, last week I was fortunate to visit Mexico City as part of a …More

• August 27, 2007: Capps' Statement On the Resignation of Attorney General Gonzalez
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps issued the following statement today on the resignation of Attorney …More

• August 22, 2007: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grants for Cambria Fire Department
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today a one-year, $67, 406 federal grant for …More

• August 16, 2007: Capps’ Statement onTobacco Ads Targeting Young Women in Top Women’s Magazines
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding the decision of 11 …More

• August 7, 2007: Capps Praises Passage of Responsible Energy Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the passage of the House’s responsible energy bill, …More

• August 3, 2007: Apparently They Still Don’t Get It
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Congresswoman …More

• August 2, 2007: Capps Hails Final Passage Of Water Resources Development Act of 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the final passage of the Water Resources Development …More

• August 2, 2007: Capps Hails Passage Of Water Resources Development Act of 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the final passage of the Water Resources Development …More

• August 2, 2007: Capps Hails Final Passage Of Water Resources Development Act of 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the final passage of the Water Resources Development …More

• August 1, 2007: Capps Celebrates Important Victory for Children and Seniors
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated an important victory for children and seniors …More

• August 1, 2007: Capps Celebrates Important Victory for Children and Seniors
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated an important victory for children and seniors …More

• August 1, 2007: Capps Celebrates Important Victory for Children, Seniors, and the Disabled
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated an important victory for children and seniors …More

• August 1, 2007: Capps Celebrates Important Victory for Children and Seniors
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated an important victory for children and seniors as …More

• August 1, 2007: Republican Temper Tantrums Hindering Efforts To Provide Healthcare For Needy Kids
  As a school nurse, a mother of three, and a grandmother of seven, I know …More

• July 31, 2007: Capps, Congressional Colleagues Deliver on Landmark Lobbying Reform Package
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps together with the majority of her Congressional colleagues …More

• July 31, 2007: Capps Applauds House Passage of Legislation to Address Gender Pay Discrimination
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the House’s passage of the Lilly Ledbetter …More

• July 27, 2007: Capps Praises Passage of Bill to Make America Safer
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps praised the passage of the Implementing Recommendations of …More

• July 27, 2007: Capps Celebrates Passage of Bill to Make America Safer
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the passage of the Implementing Recommendations of …More

• July 27, 2007: Capps Applauds House Progress on Fair and Responsible Farm Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the approval of the 2007 Farm bill …More

• July 26, 2007: Capps Applauds House Passage of Bill to Promote the Safety and Security of Our Streets, Our Economy, and Our Environment
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the House passage of legislation that will …More

• July 26, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of $100,000 for San Luis Obispo County Justice Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $100,000 for San Luis …More

• July 26, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of $300,000 for City of Oxnard Justice Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $300,000 for the City …More

• July 25, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of $400,000 for City of Santa Maria Transportation and Community Development Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $400,000 for two transportation …More

• July 25, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval of $250,000 for Ventura County Transportation Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $250,000 for a Ventura …More

• July 24, 2007: Capps Celebrates First Federal Minimum Wage Increase in Ten Years
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Capps celebrated the first federal minimum wage increase in a decade …More

• July 24, 2007: Rallying For Change Versus More Of The Same
  Earlier this afternoon I joined my House and Senate colleagues and hundreds of supporters at …More

• July 23, 2007: Capps, Miller Urge Timely Resolution of Cases Pending Before National Labor Relations Board
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter to National Labor Relations Board Chairman Robert J. Battista, …More

• July 17, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval Of Over $4 Million for Water Projects in Santa Barbara County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $4,040,000 for water projects …More

• July 17, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval Of Over $6 Million for Water Projects in Ventura County
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of nearly $6.3 million for water …More

• July 17, 2007: Capps Announces House Approval Of Over $1 Million for Dredging In Morro Bay Harbor
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of $1.426 million for dredging in …More

• July 16, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Statement on the Fiscal Year 2008 Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science Appropriations
  Madame Speaker, I rise in strong support of the FY 2008 Departments of Commerce and …More

• July 12, 2007: Capps’ Statement On Bush Administration’s Assessment Report On Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the Bush Administration’s assessment …More

• July 12, 2007: Capps Raises Concerns With Bush Offshore Aquaculture Proposal
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –In a Natural Resources Committee hearing today Congresswoman Lois Capps raised questions about the …More

• July 11, 2007: Capps Welcomes Continued Congressional Action To End The War In Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed new Congressional action to end the …More

• July 11, 2007: Capps Celebrates Historic Investment In College Aid
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) celebrated a historic investment in college aid as …More

• July 11, 2007: Capps, Rogers Introduce Legislation To Help Americans Suffering From Pain
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Mike Rogers (R-MI) introduced the …More

• July 10, 2007: Another Sad Milestone For The President’s Failed Policies In Iraq
  Today, Tuesday July 10, 2007 marked another sad milestone for the Bush Administration’s failed …More

• June 28, 2007: Capps Introduces Legislation To Permanently Protect California’s Coast From New Offshore Drilling
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-23) announced the reintroduction of the California Ocean and …More

• June 28, 2007: Capps’ Statement on Today’s Senate Vote on Immigration Reform Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding today’s Senate vote on …More

• June 28, 2007: Capps Celebrates Success for Environmental Stewardship and the Endangered Species Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated a great success for environmental stewardship and the …More

• June 27, 2007: Capps Welcomes the Support of 30 Leading Cancer Organizations for Legislation to Improve the Care of Cancer Patients
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) welcomed the endorsement of 30 leading cancer organizations …More

• June 27, 2007: A Victory For Protecting Our Coasts
  Late last night a majority of my colleagues joined me in voting to protect our …More

• June 26, 2007: Capps Celebrates Victory for Coastal Protection
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) celebrated a victory for coastal protection as the …More

• June 22, 2007: Capps Welcomes Legislation to Address Gender Pay Discrimination
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps welcomed the introduction of the Fair Time for …More

• June 22, 2007: Capps Celebrates Repeal of Misguided Santa Rosa Island Language
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the Senate’s progress on efforts to repeal language …More

• June 22, 2007: Capps Works to Protect Common Sense International Family Planning and HIV/AIDS Prevention Services
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps worked successfully to protect commonsense comprehensive International Family …More

• June 21, 2007: Continuing The Conversation On Immigration Reform
  Immigration reform is a big issue on the Central and South Coasts and across …More

• June 20, 2007: Capps’ Statement on President Bush’s Veto of Life Saving Stem Cell Research
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding the President’s veto of …More

• June 19, 2007: Honoring UCSB’s Men’s Soccer Team In Our Nation’s Capital
  Yesterday, Monday June 18, 2007, I had the distinct privilege of welcoming the University …More

• June 19, 2007: Celebrating 35 years of Title IX
   “Yesterday the House passed H.Res. 406 - Celebrating the accomplishments of Title IX.   On behalf …More

• June 18, 2007: Capps Honors UCSB’s Men’s Soccer Team
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps welcomed the University of California Santa Barbara’s Men’s …More

• June 18, 2007: Democratic Women’s Working Group Commends Passage of Title IX Resolution Honoring 35th Anniversary of Landmark Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Democratic Women’s Working Group, led by Chair Congresswoman Lois Capps …More

• June 15, 2007: Capps Applauds House Action To Support Servicemen and Women, Their Families, and Military Veterans
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the House passage of  Fiscal Year 2008 …More

• June 13, 2007: Capps Applauds Passage of Gun Safety Law
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded today’s passage in the House of the McCarthy – …More

• June 12, 2007: Cancer Caucus Co-Chairs Capps, Pryce and Israel Introduce Access to Cancer Clinical Trials Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined her fellow Cancer Caucus Co-Chairs, Congresswoman Deborah Pryce …More

• June 12, 2007: Congresswoman Capps’ Statement On Legislation To Rectify Supreme Court Decision Endorsing Pay Discrimination
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’s comments as prepared for delivery on legislation to rectify …More

• June 7, 2007: Capps Votes to Support Life Saving Stem Cell Research
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps was joined by a bi-partisan majority of her House colleagues …More

• June 6, 2007: Capps Joined by More than 40 House Members in Calling on Women’s Magazines to Stop Running Shameful Advertisements Targeting Women
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Congresswoman …More

• June 5, 2007: Capps Joined by More Than Half of California House Delegation in Calling on Medicare toEnsureAuditsare Being Conductedin a Responsible Manner
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and Congressman Deven Nunes (R-Visalia), 36 …More

• May 24, 2007: Capps Set To Vote Against Iraq War Funding Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding her vote against the …More

• May 24, 2007: Capps, Farr, Joined by California Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Address Broken Medicare Reimbursement System that Shortchanges Physicians and Patients
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) and Congressman Sam Farr (D-Salinas), together …More

• May 24, 2007: Capps’ Statement Regarding Federal Disaster Relief For Salmon Fishing Communities
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding Congressional approval for …More

• May 23, 2007: Capps Leads Women's Caucus In Honoring Our Women Military Service Members In Observance Of Memorial Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps led a delegation of Women’s Caucus Members as …More

• May 23, 2007: Observing Memorial Day And Honoring Our Military Heroes
  Today, Wednesday May 23rd, I was fortunate to be able to observe Memorial Day …More

• May 18, 2007: Capps’ Statement On Governor Schwarzenegger Decision To Veto Dangerous, Dirty, And Unnecessary LNG Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara) released the following statement regarding Governor Schwarzenegger’s …More

• May 18, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Announces $1.55 Million In Federal Funding For Cal Poly’s Upward Bound Program
  SAN LUIS OBISPO, C.A. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today federal grants totaling $1,550,000 for …More

• May 18, 2007: Is This Really How The Bush Administration “Supports” Our Troops?
  On Thursday May 17th, the House passed the H.R. 1585, the Fiscal Year 2008 …More

• May 17, 2007: Capps’ Statement On The Senate’s Preliminary Agreement On Comprehensive Immigration Reform
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement regarding reports that the Senate …More

• May 16, 2007: Capps Joins Lance Armstrong And Congressional Colleagues In Observing National LiveStrong Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’s comments as prepared for delivery on the Cancer Screening, …More

• May 15, 2007: Capps Applauds Progress On Senate Bill To Repeal Misguided Hunter Language And Uphold Integrity Of Santa Rosa Island
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the Senate’s progress on S. 1209, the Channel …More

• May 15, 2007: Capps Calls On Governor Schwarzenegger To Veto Dangerous, Dirty, And Unnecessary LNG Project
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-Santa Barbara), together with Congressman Sam Farr (D-Salinas),Congresswoman Hilda …More

• May 15, 2007: Capps Celebrates Passage Of COPS Improvement Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the passage of H.R. 1700, the Community Oriented …More

• May 15, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Announces Over $400,000 In Federal Funding For UCSB’s Upward Bound Program
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today federal grants totaling $414,076 for the University …More

• May 14, 2007: Capps Kicks Off Congressional Caucus On Infant Health And Safety
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) kicked off the Congressional Caucus on Infant Health …More

• May 11, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Announces More Than $8 Million In Federal Funding For San Luis Obispo Airport
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today federal grants totaling $8.4 million for …More

• May 11, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Announces $1 Million In Federal Funding For The Santa Maria Public Airport
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today federal grants totaling $1 million for …More

• May 11, 2007: Congresswoman Capps Announces Over $10 Million In Federal Funding For Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today federal grants totaling $10.8 million for …More

• May 10, 2007: Capps Speaks Out In Favor Of Democratic Measure To End The War In Iraq And Bring Our Troops Home
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps took to the House floor to speak in …More

• May 10, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Statement on the Redeployment of United States Armed Forces and Defense Contractors from Iraq, HR 2237
  I rise in strong support of this bill and of our troops. The tragedy in …More

• May 9, 2007: Capps Criticizes Bush Administration’s Politicization of Endangered Species Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps criticized the Bush Administration’s broad politicization of …More

• May 8, 2007: Democratic Women’s Working Group calls for equitable representation on cable news networks
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today members of the Democratic Women’s Working Group called on America’s …More

• May 7, 2007: Capps Celebrates Passage Of Oxnard Water Resources Development Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today celebrated the passage of legislation to authorize …More

• May 3, 2007: Capps HailsPassage Of Long Overdue Hate Crimes Prevention Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed the passage of H.R. 1592, the Local …More

• May 2, 2007: Capps Calls For Equitable Treatment For Mental Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps’s comments on The Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction …More

• May 1, 2007: Capps Condemns President’s Veto Of Bill To End The War In Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding the President’s veto …More

• May 1, 2007: Capps Welcomes Progress On Much Needed Bill To Fight Heart Disease
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding her HEART for …More

• May 1, 2007: "Mission Accomplished" - Four Years Later
  Today, May 1st, 2007, is the fourth anniversary of President Bush's infamous "Mission Accomplished" …More

• April 30, 2007: Capps, Christensen, Whitfield, Introduce Legislation To Combat Lung Cancer
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Congresswoman Donna M. Christensen (D-VI), and Congressman …More

• April 26, 2007: Capps Votes In Favor Of Democratic Bill To End The War In Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps, together with a majority of her colleagues …More

• April 26, 2007: Capps, Issa, Boxer, Introduce Legislation In The House And Senate To Ensure Hass Avocado Quality
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Darrell Issa (R-CA) introduced …More

• April 25, 2007: Capps Votes In Favor Of Democratic Bill To End The War In Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps, together with a majority of her colleagues …More

• April 25, 2007: Capps Speaks Out On “Cover The Uninsured Week” 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ opening statement, as prepared for delivery, for the …More

• April 25, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech in Support of the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health and Iraq Accountability Act (HR 1591)
  Madam Speaker, I rise to support the conference report on the U.S. Troop Readiness, …More

• April 24, 2007: Democratic Women Leaders Call For Equal Pay For Women Workers
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Chair of the Democratic Women Working Group, …More

• April 24, 2007: Congresswoman Capps’ Calls For Improved Access To Broadband
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the need for …More

• April 20, 2007: Capps Celebrates Earth Day
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement celebrating Earth Day …More

• April 20, 2007: Commemorating Earth Day With A Renewed Commitment To Environmental Stewardship
  This weekend in cities across the country people will come together to celebrate Earth …More

• April 19, 2007: Capps Hails Passage Of Water Resources Development Act of 2007, Bill Includes Ventura County Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed today’s passage of the Water Resources Development …More

• April 19, 2007: Capps Hails Passage Of Water Resources Development Act of 2007, Bill Includes San Luis Obispo County Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps hailed today’s passage of the Water Resources Development …More

• April 19, 2007: Congresswoman Capps’ Press Conference Statement On Supreme Court’s Decision Upholding Federal Abortion Procedure Ban
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’s comments as prepared for delivery on the Supreme …More

• April 18, 2007: Congresswoman Capps’ Statement On Supreme Court’s Decision Upholding Federal Abortion Procedure Ban
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s …More

• April 18, 2007: Capps, Saxton Unveil Legislation To Protect Coastal Land
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Jim Saxton (R-NJ) unveiled bipartisan …More

• April 12, 2007: Capps’ Statement For California Coastal Commission Hearing On The Proposed Cabrillo Port LNG Facility
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – In anticipation of today’s Coastal Commission hearing in Santa Barbara on …More

• April 9, 2007: Capps’s Statement For The California State Lands Commission Hearing On The Cabrillo Port LNG Project
  VENTURA, CA. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’s statement for the California State Lands Commission’s hearing …More

• April 4, 2007: Capps' Statement On The Proposed Cabrillo Port LNG Facility
  VENTURA, CA. – In anticipation of today’s Coast Guard hearing in Oxnard on the …More

• April 4, 2007: Passing A Budget That We Can Finally Be Proud Of
  Back in February the President released his budget proposal for fiscal year 2008 and …More

• April 3, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech to the Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District
  I’m thrilled to be here today. Once again, Santa Barbara is on the cutting edge …More

• April 2, 2007: Capps’ Statement On Supreme Court Decision Requiring EPA To Regulate Green House Gases
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement on the Supreme …More

• March 29, 2007: Capps Celebrates César E. Chávez’s Birthday
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement celebrating Hispanic civil rights leader César …More

• March 29, 2007: Capps Praises House Passage Of Responsible Democratic Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today praised the House’s passage of a responsible …More

• March 28, 2007: Capps Applauds House Action To Improve Medical Services For Military Veterans
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today Congresswoman Lois Capps applauded the passage of the Wounded Warrior Assistance …More

• March 28, 2007: House Passes Capps, Pickering Legislation To Fight Stroke
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Chip Pickering (R-MS) celebrated an …More

• March 24, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech in Support of the Santa Barbara News-Press Reporters
  Thank you for that wonderful introduction and thank you all for being here.   …More

• March 23, 2007: Capps’ Statement On The U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, And Iraq Accountability Act Of 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps took to the House floor to speak in …More

• March 22, 2007: Capps Joined by More Than 95 House Members in Call for Increased Funding of Nurse Education Programs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps and Congressman Steven LaTourette, 96 House …More

• March 22, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health and Iraq Accountability Act, H.R. 1591
  Madam Speaker, I rise to support the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans’ Health and Iraq …More

• March 22, 2007: Ending The War And Ending The Era Of Blank Checks For The President’s Failed Iraq Policies
  This past Monday our nation observed another tragic milestone as the Iraq war entered …More

• March 21, 2007: Capps Honored By National MS Society As Representative Of The Year
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps was recently honored by the National Multiple Sclerosis …More

• March 16, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech Accepting the Family Violence Prevention Fund Award
  Thank you so much this wonderful award.   It is easy to advocate on …More

• March 14, 2007: Capps’ Statement On The GAO’s Report On The Public Safety Consequences Of A Terrorist Attack On Tankers Carrying LNG
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement regarding the Government …More

• March 14, 2007: Capps' Statement On Presidential Disaster Declaration For Parts Of The State Of California
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement in response to President …More

• March 13, 2007: Capps, Pickering Welcome Progress On Comprehensive Bill To Fight Stroke
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Chip Pickering (R-MS) celebrated …More

• March 13, 2007: Capps Leads Delegation To Visit Walter Reed Hospital
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps led a delegation of Members of the Congressional Caucus …More

• March 12, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech to International Association of Fire Fighters National Legislative Conference
  Thank you for your kind introduction, Harold.  Thank you for your strong and visionary leadership …More

• March 8, 2007: Capps’ Statement On Today’s Hearing With EPA Administrator Regarding The President’s 2008 Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement regarding the Environmental …More

• March 7, 2007: Capps Statement On The EPA’s Proposal To Add The Halaco Engineering Company Location To Superfund’s National Priorities List
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today issued the following statement regarding the Environmental …More

• March 6, 2007: Women’s Caucus, Women’s Policy Inc. Celebrate Women’s Caucus’ 30th Anniversary
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the bipartisan Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, led by Co-Chairs …More

• March 6, 2007: Capps Honored By Humane Society For Animal Welfare Work
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps was recently honored by the Humane Society of …More

• March 6, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech at the Women’s Policy Inc. Gala Speech Honoring The Women’s Caucus And Introducing Speaker Pelosi
  Thank you, Cindy.   Tonight we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Women’s Caucus.  …More

• March 5, 2007: House Passes Capps Bill To Preserve Piedras Blancas Light Station
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today celebrated the passage of her bill H.R. …More

• March 2, 2007: Capps Leads Democratic Women Colleagues In Questioning Food and Drug Administrator On Efforts To Undermine The Office Of Women’s Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps, 35 Democratic Women House Members today …More

• March 1, 2007: Capps Statement On National Park Service Director’s Testimony Regarding Santa Rosa Island
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps issued the following statement in response to testimony …More

• March 1, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on the Employee Free Choice Act, H.R. 800
  Madame Speaker, as an original cosponsor of the Employee Free Choice Act, I rise …More

• February 28, 2007: Taking The First Steps Toward A New Direction In Iraq
  The war in Iraq is the most pressing issue facing our country today.    …More

• February 27, 2007: Capps, Walsh Introduce Legislation To Reauthorize Landmark Hearing Initiative
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Jim Walsh (R-NY) were …More

• February 27, 2007: Democratic Women Leaders Condemn Bush Administration Efforts To Undermine Women’s Health
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today leaders of the Democratic Women’s Working Group condemned reported efforts …More

• February 22, 2007: California Members Urge EPA to Develop Locomotive and Marine Vessel Standards
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today California Democrats on the Energy and Commerce Committee sent the …More

• February 14, 2007: Capps' Opening Statement on Uninsured Children Made Before the Energy and Commerce Committee
  Thank you, Chairman Pallone.   I am so proud that the first hearing of …More

• February 13, 2007: Capps Statement On Iraq Resolution
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps took to the House floor Tuesday evening February 13th, …More

• February 13, 2007: Stabenow, Murkowski, Capps and Cubin Introduce HEART for Women Act
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a bi-partisan, bi-cameral group of …More

• February 13, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech Opposing the Escalation of the War in Iraq
  Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of this resolution supporting our troops and …More

• February 9, 2007: The President Is Balancing Our Budget On The Backs Of The Poor…Again!
  The President released his budget proposal on Monday, Feb 5th and it was a …More

• February 8, 2007: Capps Recognized By Children’s Defense Fund Action Council As One Of The “Best Representatives For Children”
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps was recognized by the Children’s Defense Fund …More

• February 7, 2007: Capps Takes Action On Disaster Relief For Californians Effected By Freeze
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps joined others Members of the California delegation …More

• February 7, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on American Heart Month
  Madame Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge American Heart Month, …More

• February 5, 2007: Capps Responds To Lack Of Funding For Critical Health Care Programs In President’s Fiscal Year 2008 Budget
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps expressed her disappointment with President Bush’s misguided …More

• February 2, 2007: Capps Statement On The Findings Of The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released this statement in response to the findings …More

• January 31, 2007: Capps Statement On Oil Spill In Los Padres National Forest
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement upon hearing the …More

• January 31, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech Congratulating UC Santa Barbara Men’s Soccer Team, H.R. 70
  Madame Speaker, I am honored to support H. Res. 70, a Resolution congratulating the …More

• January 29, 2007: House Passes Capps Resolution Honoring U.C.S.B. Men’s Soccer Team National Championship
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the passage of H. Res.70, legislation …More

• January 26, 2007: Capps Announces New Location For Ventura County District Office
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the relocation of her Ventura County …More

• January 23, 2007: Capps Statement on the State of the Union Address
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps released this statement reacting to the President’s State of the …More

• January 23, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Remarks at the Women’s Caucus Passing of the Gavel Reception
  Thank you everyone for being here.   It is with great honor that I …More

• January 22, 2007: Capps, McMorris Elected To Serve As Women’s Caucus Co-Chairs
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the bipartisan Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues announced that Congresswoman …More

• January 19, 2007: Does the IRS Have Your Money?
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today that hundreds of residents from the Central …More

• January 19, 2007: Congresswoman Capps and Full Bipartisan California Congressional Delegation Sends Letter Calling For Immediate Assistance For Crop Damage
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, together with all 55 Members of the Bipartisan …More

• January 18, 2007: Capps Statement on the Final Passage of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps delivered the following statement on final passage of H.R. …More

• January 18, 2007: Capps' Statement on Proposed Medicare, Medicaid, and Children's Health Insurance Program Extension Legislation
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps, a nurse and Member of the Energy and Commerce …More

• January 18, 2007: Capps Secures Federal Funding for Important San Luis Obispo County Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced several millions of dollars in federal funding …More

• January 18, 2007: Capps Set To Vote For Responsible Energy Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps will vote in favor of the Creating …More

• January 17, 2007: Capps Celebrates Repeal of Misguided Santa Rosa Island Language
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps celebrated the repeal of a law that jeopardized …More

• January 17, 2007: Capps Secures Federal Funding for Important Ventura County Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced several millions of dollars in federal funding …More

• January 17, 2007: Capps Celebrates House Approval of Nearly a Million Dollars for City of Santa Maria Infrastructure, Transportation and Community Development Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps announced the approval of nearly a million dollars …More

• January 17, 2007: Capps Secures Federal Funding for Important Santa Barbara Area Projects
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps today announced several millions of dollars in federal funding …More

• January 17, 2007: Capps To Vote To Reduce The Cost Of Student Loans, Expand Access To College
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps will vote to cut the cost of …More

• January 17, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on the College Student Relief Act of 2007, H.R. 5
  Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of this legislation to reduce interest …More

• January 16, 2007: Capps Welcomes Opportunity to Discuss Medicaid's Critical Role for the Disabled, their Caregivers and their Families
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps highlighted two key issues pertaining to Medicaid during …More

• January 16, 2007: Capps, Pickering Introduce Comprehensive Bill To Fight Stroke
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA) and Congressman Chip Pickering (R-MS) announced …More

• January 15, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  Thank you very much.   My friends, as you may know, on weekends, when …More

• January 15, 2007: Does the IRS Have Your Money?
  Happy New Year!  I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and is enjoying the …More

• January 13, 2007: Capps Announces Important Public Safety Grants for Grover Beach Fire Department
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps announced today a one-year, $64,537 federal grant for the …More

• January 13, 2007: Capps' Statement on MoveOn's Petition Opposing Military Action Against Iran
  WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Lois Capps released the following statement regarding MoveOn.org’s petition opposing military action …More

• January 13, 2007: Capps Appeals to Parent Companies of Women's Magazines to Drop Deceptive Ads for Deadly Tobacco Products
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Led by Congresswoman Lois Capps (D-CA), Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Congresswoman …More

• January 13, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on Consumer Product Safety Made Before the Committee on Energy and Commerce
  I would like to thank Chairman Dingell, Chairman Rush, and the committee staff for their …More

• January 12, 2007: Capps Set To Vote To Require Medicare To Negotiate A Fair Price For Prescription Drug Beneficiaries
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps will vote to cut the cost of health …More

• January 12, 2007: House Floor Speech On The Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiations Act, H.R. 4
  Madam Speaker, today we are faced with a clear choice.   We can either …More

• January 12, 2007: Moving Forward In The First 100 Hours Of The 110th Congress
  What a difference a week makes!  In the first full week of the 110th …More

• January 11, 2007: Capps Calls CMS Response A Day Late And A Dollar Short
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding CMS’s letter on …More

• January 11, 2007: Capps Casts Her Vote To Support Life Saving Stem Cell Research
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps cast her vote to support life saving …More

• January 11, 2007: House Floor Speech on the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, H.R. 3
  Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act. …More

• January 10, 2007: Capps’ Statement On Bush’s Proposed Escalation of Troop Levels In Iraq
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – In anticipation of President Bush’s speech on Iraq tonight Congresswoman Capps …More

• January 10, 2007: Capps Celebrates Passage Of House Minimum Wage Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Capps celebrated passage of the Fair Minimum Wage Act …More

• January 10, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on the Fair Minimum Wage Act
  Madam Speaker, I rise in support of HR 2 and am proud to be …More

• January 9, 2007: Capps Hails Official Start Of “First 100 Legislative Hours” And Passage Of First Bill
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps welcomed the start of the first 100 …More

• January 9, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Speech on Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007
  Madame Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 1, the Implementing the 9/11 …More

• January 6, 2007: Congresswoman Capps' Statement in Support of H.R. 6, the Energy Independence and Security Act
  Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the Energy Independence and Security Act.  …More

• January 4, 2007: Capps Commends Attorneys General's Efforts to Halt R.J. Reynolds' Irresponsible Tobacco Advertisements
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23) released the following statement regarding lawsuits from eight …More

• January 4, 2007: Capps Welcomes New Direction For America As 110th Congress Begins
  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Lois Capps welcomed the start of the 110th Congress …More

• January 4, 2007: Thank you for joining me to discuss the State Children's Health Insurance Program
  I want to thank all those who joined me in discussing the State Children’s Health …More

• November 21, 2006: Much To Be Thankful For, But More Work To Do For Cancer Survivorship
  As we approach this holiday season, there is much to be thankful for when …More

• October 4, 2006: A Sad Day For The Public And Its National Parks
    It was a sad day for those of us who love and treasure Santa …More

• September 20, 2006: A Day Of Hope
  Today I joined ten thousand people at the American Cancer Society’s Celebration on the …More

• September 11, 2006: 9-11 Grover Beach Memorial Ceremony Remarks
  Dear friends, in his extraordinary book Night, Professor Elie Wiesel observed that when events …More

• August 29, 2006: Return To The Gulf Coast
  I arrived in New Orleans on Sunday afternoon as part of a 28 Member …More

• August 22, 2006: A New Direction For Our Nation’s Energy Policies
  On Sunday I joined Senator Barbara Boxer, Assemblyman Pedro Nava, Mayor Marty Blum and …More

• August 8, 2006: Return To Santa Rosa Island
  On Friday I had the opportunity to return to Santa Rosa Island for a …More

• July 27, 2006: What happened to protecting patients’ private medical records?
  Today the House is set to consider HR 4157, the Health Information Technology Act.  …More

• July 25, 2006: ‘Plethora of Partners’ at San Simeon Coastal Discovery Center Grand Opening
  This past weekend I had the wonderful opportunity to serve as the keynote speaker …More

• July 19, 2006: Veto Override of HR 810. The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
  Mr. Speaker I rise in support of this bill to override the President’s veto …More

• July 18, 2006: Demonstrate True Leadership: Reject The Politics Of Division And Discrimination
  This morning I joined several of my colleagues at a rally and press conference …More

• July 11, 2006: Reaping The Benefits Of Title IX On And Off The Court
  I was dismayed by John Tierney’s column in today’s New York Times attacking the …More

• July 8, 2006: The Great Warming: A Call To Action We Should All Heed
  On Thursday night I had the pleasure of joining nearly 200 members of the …More

• July 6, 2006: Celebrating America’s Independence
  Over the past few days I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to participate in several …More

• June 29, 2006: Vote Against The Deep Ocean Energy Resources Act
  Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to this budget-busting bill that threatens our …More

• June 29, 2006: Act Now To Consolidate Your Outstanding Student Loans
  Today I was talking with one of my interns who recently graduated from college …More

• June 28, 2006: Fully Fund The Violence Against Women Act
  This past year we experienced a great bipartisan victory with reauthorization of the Violence …More

• June 27, 2006: Pursuing Citizenship And The American Dream
  This past weekend I had the chance to visit a citizenship fair in Oxnard organized …More

• June 21, 2006: Republicans Pursue A Failed Energy Policy…Again.
  No you’re not experiencing ‘de ja vu’, just another misguided energy proposal from House …More

• June 15, 2006: H Res 861 – The Iraq War By Congresswoman Lois Capps
    Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to this resolution.   Let us …More

• June 15, 2006: Debating The War In Iraq
  Today the House of Representatives has begun a long overdue debate on the Iraq …More

• June 12, 2006: Protect Patients’ Privacy When Promoting Health Information Technology Innovation
  As a nurse, I am always looking for ways to improve patient care.    Recent …More

• June 9, 2006: Fighting To Protect Net Neutrality
  Last night Congress passed legislation that could very well lead to serious, negative changes …More

• June 2, 2006: UCSF School of Nursing Commencement By Congresswoman Lois Capps Delivered June 2, 2006
  Dean Dracup, Vice Chancellor Dr. Washington, distinguished faculty, and above all, honored graduates, families, …More

• June 2, 2006: Welcome to my new blog!
  This blog is the newest feature on my redesigned website. I will periodically be …More

• May 17, 2006: Floor Speech on Stroke Awareness Month and the Stop Stroke Act
  Mr. Speaker, I want to remind my colleagues that May is Stroke Awareness Month. …More

• January 18, 2006: “Lame Duck” Legislation Leaves Much To Be Desired
  Congress concluded their legislative business for the year in the early morning hours of …More

• January 7, 2006: House Floor Speech Congratulating UCSB Men’s Soccer Team On Their National Championship
  Mr. Speaker, today I rise to celebrate the men’s soccer team at the University …More

• October 9, 2002: Capps Speaks Out Against Iraq War Urges Colleague To Vote Against Authorization
  The following is Congresswoman Capps’ Floor Statement on the vote to authorize going to …More

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