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Rep. Gil Cisneros

@cisneros.house.gov
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🏛 Representative for CA-31 🇺🇲 Former Under Secretary of Defense ⚓️ Navy Veteran 🏈👟 Football & Cross Country Dad 2463 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington D.C. 20002 cisneros.house.gov

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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 42m
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 01/10/2026
Clean drinking water is a fundamental human right, and every family in our community deserves direct, affordable, protected access to it. Today, I introduced a bill with Congresswoman @chu.house.gov to support a groundwater restoration project that supplies clean water to our community.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 01/10/2026
Happy LGBTQIA+ History Month! I’m grateful for the opportunity to uplift the legacies, accomplishments, and contributions of our LGBTQIA+ community in the San Gabriel Valley, and I’m proud to honor all those who fought for equality throughout history.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 30/09/2026
American elections are safe and secure, and I’m committed to keeping them that way. It’s my mission to ensure eligible voters vote, lawful ballots are counted, and the people choose their leaders. For voting information and resources, visit my website at: cisneros.house.gov/media/resources/voting.
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Voting
Resources and guidance for casting your ballot.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 30/09/2026
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and they deserve a fair shot in the federal marketplace. This week, I joined @RepPabloJose.bsky.social to introduce the PROMISE for Small Businesses Act to ensure Main Street is not left out of federal contracting.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 30/09/2026
I’m grateful to our state fire officials for creating an app that provides Californians with fast, verified access to fire information and updates.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 30/09/2026
Every year, Southern California is impacted by wildfires, and we need all the help we can get to keep our community safe. AwareCA is a new statewide public safety app designed to deliver real time safety information in the event of a wildfire.
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New app to provide California wildfire updates directly from local fire agencies
AwareCA is a new a statewide public safety app designed to deliver “fast, trusted, first-responder verified” fire information directly from emergency agencies to those who download the app.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 29/09/2026
Thank you to our first responders, emergency personnel, and local leaders for jumping into action to keep our community safe.
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Batteries removed from La Verne fire site, evacuation order lifted
The evacuation orders were lifted at 6 a.m. on Friday.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 29/09/2026
This instability hurts our military families and our readiness.  Fair winds and following seas, sailors.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 29/09/2026
I was able to visit the USS Theodore Roosevelt while at RIMPAC over the summer and had the opportunity to talk to the sailors getting ready for this deployment. They all knew when they would be deployed but had no idea when they would be coming back.
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San Diego aircraft carrier deploys to Middle East uncertain how long its mission will last
The Navy says flattops like USS Theodore Roosevelt can expect lengthier trips due to a shortage of warships.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 26/09/2026
Today on Public Lands Day, I’m celebrating the beautiful public parks and recreation areas that we all enjoy. They are vital spaces for our community, and it is my mission to keep them protected for generations to come.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Today we celebrate Native American Day in California. It’s a day to uplift Native culture and achievements, acknowledge the great suffering Native peoples have endured, and honor their resilience and all that they’ve passed down.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 24/09/2026
I joined a bipartisan, bicameral group of my colleagues to demand the Trump administration stop its proposed Yosemite land transfer. Our national parks are not for sale.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 24/09/2026
The competition ends on October 26, so apply today!
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 24/09/2026
Do you have an idea for an app you want to create? Join the Congressional app challenge to create an app on any platform with any coding language for a chance to have your creation displayed in the Capitol Building. For more information or to register for the competition, visit bit.ly/registerforcac
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 23/09/2026
I’m proud to join my colleagues in the newly launched bipartisan Movies, Music, Entertainment & Sports Caucus. As a representative for LA County, I’m excited to work across the aisle to support policies that expand and strengthen our workforce in the entertainment industry.
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Hollywood Gets New Bipartisan Caucus on Capitol Hill
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is launching a new congressional caucus focused on Hollywood, music, sports and the creator economy.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Portions of Foothill North are under evacuation orders due to a lithium battery fire. If you need shelter, there is an evacuation center set up at the La Verne Community Center. Stay safe, follow emergency alerts, and call 911 if you need emergency assistance. www.sgvtribune.com/2026/09/22/l...
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‘LEAVE NOW’ — evacuations ordered in La Verne after lithium-ion battery fire
The hazardous-materials incident at a Metropolitan Water District facility also prompted shelter-in-place orders nearby.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Happy 125th anniversary to El Monte High and the El Monte Union High School District! Thank you for working so hard to provide our CA-31 students with the education they deserve.
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El Monte High, district celebrate 125th anniversary with flare, culture and ‘Lion pride’
El Monte High School was the first of the school district and was established in 1901 with around 15 students in a single classroom, officials said.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Governor Newsom has proclaimed a state of emergency as we prepare for the upcoming El Niño season. To stay safe and prepared, track daily weather forecasts, sign up for local emergency alerts here: www.listoscalifornia.org/alerts/, and remember not to drive in flood water.
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Emergency Alerts
What Are Emergency Alerts? Emergency alerts are important messages you receive to help keep you safe during a disaster.  In an emergency, you need to know what is going on. You need to know what to...
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
As the founder of the Military Mental Health Caucus, I am committed to protecting and expanding mental health services for all our servicemembers and veterans, to ensure that no one has to suffer in silence.  If you or a loved one are ever struggling, dial 988, then press 1.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Today, we recognize National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day. The military and veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than that of civilians.
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Veteran and Military Suicide Prevention Resources | National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 22/09/2026
Trump is so determined to cover up his corruption that he’s decided to abandon the First Amendment entirely. It is unlawful and unconstitutional, and he must be held accountable. I’m grateful to see this strong display of solidarity from our independent news sources.
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Networks Suspend Pool Coverage of Trump After White House Bars CNN
The move was an escalation of President Trump’s showdown with the White House press corps after he moved to bar journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 21/09/2026
G’mar Chatima Tovah to all those observing Yom Kippur in CA-31 and across the world. May this sacred day of reflection and renewal bring you and your loved ones peace and blessings in the year ahead.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 20/09/2026
If you live in CA-31 and need help with a federal agency, call my district office at 626-646-0369.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 20/09/2026
A resident reached out to my office for help renewing their Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) case. Thanks to my staff’s immediate action, their VR&E case was finally transferred to a local counselor.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 18/09/2026
It’s time to end the ICE tax.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 18/09/2026
This week, I joined my colleagues in the @hispaniccaucus.bsky.social to condemn the Trump administration’s costly mass deportation campaign. ICE is straining our workforce and hurting our local economies. The American people shouldn’t be paying the price for this administration’s cruelty.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 17/09/2026
Yesterday, I joined my colleagues to pass a bipartisan, commonsense legislation that would take necessary steps to ensure large corporations are responsible for the costs of data center construction and operation.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 17/09/2026
Southern California families and small businesses shouldn’t foot the bill for data centers.
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House overwhelmingly passes bill to shield ratepayers from data centers
The vote gives House Republicans a bipartisan win on an issue that has become increasingly politically fraught ahead of the midterm elections.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 17/09/2026
239 years later, I’m committed to carrying on their legacy in the halls of Congress by honoring the values they believed in: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. May we always fight to fulfill the promise of America.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 17/09/2026
On this day in 1787, our Founding Fathers came together to protect our freedoms and secure our rights by signing the Constitution of the United States in Philadelphia.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 16/09/2026
Today, I had the privilege of speaking at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Conference. I’m proud to champion Hispanic-owned small businesses in CA-31 and across the country, and I’m committed to empowering our Latino entrepreneurs.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 16/09/2026
I’m sending my deepest condolences to the families, colleagues, and loved ones of Eliana Moreno, George Marciniw, the individual on the ground, and everyone killed in the impacted bus. My heart is with the entire Los Angeles community today.
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At least 6 dead in helicopter crash and bus accident in Chatsworth. Driver arrested
A helicopter crashed into flames Tuesday night in Chatsworth, not far from a serious accident involving a Metro bus that left three people dead.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 15/09/2026
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! As the freshman representative of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, I’m honored to celebrate our community’s rich history and countless contributions to our nation.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 15/09/2026
I joined a bipartisan group of current and former members of Congress in an amicus brief urging a federal court to block Trump’s dangerous Executive Order limiting mail voting. I’m proud to see the Supreme Court deliver justice. The president’s actions are a blatant attack on our democracy.
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Supreme Court says Trump can’t enforce new mail-in ballot regulation
The decision means a Postal Service measure that could lead to ballots not being sent to voters won’t be in effect for November’s midterm elections.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 15/09/2026
Today is National Voter Registration Day. It’s a great opportunity for you to take a moment to check your registration to make sure it’s up to date. To register to vote or update your registration, go to vote.gov.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 14/09/2026
Do you have an idea for an app you want to create? Join the Congressional app challenge to create an app on any platform with any coding language for a chance to have your creation displayed in the Capitol Building. For more information or to register for the competition, visit the link below.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Thank you for serving our country and making a positive impact in our community.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 11/09/2026
I enjoyed seeing everyone who came out for our Service Academy Information Night! I was honored to present Congressional Veteran Commendations to Jorge Galvez, Mark Tavera, Raymond Osborne, Michael Flowers, and Victor A. Montiel, recognizing their exceptional military and community service.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Let us never forget those who lost their lives, innocent people who lost their lives, and those who sacrificed their own lives trying to save so many others.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 11/09/2026
Later on we would learn about the heroic efforts of the passengers on United flight 93. This truly became one of those days that you remember where you were and what you were doing at the time of the tragedy.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 11/09/2026
25 years ago, I was awakened by a phone call from Jacki, telling me to turn on the TV. As I did, I saw the image of the plane flying into one of the twin towers. The Pentagon had been hit as well.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 10/09/2026
I’m hosting a Service Academy Information Night tonight at 5:00 PM PT in West Covina! Join me to learn more about the 5 U.S. service academies and how you can apply to receive my nomination to attend one. Representatives from all of the schools will be there to answer your questions.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 10/09/2026
If I didn’t get to your question, please reach out to my office at cisneros.house.gov.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 10/09/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us in La Puente for another wonderful town hall this week! I’m always grateful for the opportunity to hear directly from our community and respond to your questions. It is my deepest honor to represent the people of CA-31 in Congress.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 09/09/2026
Don’t forget to register for my town hall tonight at 5:00 PM PT in La Puente, CA! RSVP here: cisneros.house.gov/town-hall
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September 2026 Town Hall in La Puente
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 09/09/2026
The IRS has no right to illegally share taxpayer information with ICE and DHS.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 09/09/2026
As the freshman representative of the @HispanicCaucus.bsky.social, I proudly joined my colleagues in an amicus brief urging the courts to protect taxpayer rights from this lawless administration. Now, the D.C. Circuit has upheld our claim.
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Appeals court keeps block on IRS from sharing taxpayer data with ICE
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit said some of the Trump administration’s arguments were “weak sauce” and the data-sharing “indisputably contravenes” privacy law.
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Rep. Gil Cisneros @cisneros.house.gov · 08/09/2026
Do you have an idea for an app you want to create? Join the Congressional app challenge to create an app on any platform with any coding language for a chance to have your creation displayed in the Capitol Building. For more information or to register for the competition, visit bit.ly/registerforcac
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