Greetings!
This week, inflation is the highest it's been in 40 years, gas prices in Orange County hit another all-time high, and our broken supply chains are posing new threats of shortages for critical goods and services. In Congress, I'm continuing to fight back against Washington's addiction to spending and regulating which have fueled the crises facing our country.
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Combatting the Baby Formula Shortage |
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I visited the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) center in Santa Ana to see how the program is serving families in Southern California. We discussed my bill, the Access to Baby Formula Act, which will provide flexibility for WIC – the largest buyer of baby formula in the country – and help them meet the needs of millions of mothers and babies.
The current baby formula shortage impacting so many families was caused by government mismanagement and unworkable bureaucratic regulations. The Access to Baby Formula Act, which was signed into law last month, will ensure that there is a plan to address any future emergencies or disruptions without impacting WIC recipients, and will allow the Secretary of Agriculture to issue a narrow set of waivers in the event of an emergency or disruption, to help formula get back on the shelves quickly. This legislation is helping WIC through the current shortage, and is an important step in preventing future shortages.
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My office is looking for a wounded warrior or medically retired veteran for a paid Wounded Warrior Program fellowship in my Huntington Beach district office. The person chosen for the special fellowship will work with our military and veteran community to handle casework and act as a facilitator between constituents and federal, state, and local agencies.
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Celebrating the Next Generation of Leaders |
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This weekI met with fellows from the International Leadership Foundation to talk about the importance of civic engagement in the AAPI community. These impressive young people are an inspiration to us all and I’m confident that with future leaders like them, our nation is in good hands!
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Helping You Navigate Federal Agencies |
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My team and I were out at the Asian Garden mall in Westminster on Thursday to hold mobile office hours. Mobile office hours provide an opportunity for in-person, individual assistance with federal programs and agencies like the I.R.S., State Department, Veterans Affairs, and more.
If you need assistance getting your tax refund, a passport, or veterans benefits, my office can help. You can contact my office directly for assistance any time at (714) 960-6483.
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Many of you have asked how to help Ukrainian citizens evacuate while Russia continues their violent assault on innocent people. Below is information from the State Department, and I will continue to keep you updated as more resources are shared. Please don't hesitate to contact my office if we can be of service.
Q: I am a U.S. citizen and need a passport to depart Ukraine. What should I do? The Department of State is not able to offer in-person emergency consular services in Ukraine at this time. U.S. citizens in Ukraine should fill out the online assistance form at: https://cacms.state.gov/s/crisis-intake and the Department of State will respond.
Q. Is the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv still open for visa applications?
The Department of State is not able to offer in-person emergency consular services in Ukraine at this time. U.S. embassies and consulates in neighboring countries can accept visa applications from Ukrainians. Interested applicants can find a list of embassy websites HERE, or visit a specific embassy website by clicking the buttons below and follow the instructions provided to apply for a visa.
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Hospitals face shortage of contrast dye
Dr. Frita Fisher, who is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and works in internal medicine and pediatrics, appeared on "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday morning to discuss the current shortage of contrast dye in this country, which is causing problems for...
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www.foxnews.com
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Gas prices in LA, Orange counties soar to new highs
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose another three cents Sunday to $6.351, reaching a record high for the ninth consecutive day. The average price has increased for 11 straight days, rising 26...
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Rep. Michelle Steel
Member of Congress
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