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Today, Caltrans District 6 was joined by partners and dignitaries for the SR 46 Widening Project Ribbon-Cutting. The project replaced the two-lane undivided highway with a four-lane expressway and provided enhanced safety features for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Yesterday I met with Wasco Police Chief Charlie Fivecoat to discuss the progress of the city’s newly reestablished police force. I received a public safety update and heard how the city will benefit from federal funds I helped secure to update critical 911 dispatch equipment.

Enjoyed touring the new Kern County Adult & Youth Psychiatric Health Facilities in Bakersfield with director Alison Burrowes and her team. It was great to learn about the services and programs that will be offered for the community in this new facility.

It was great visiting the Bakersfield American Indian Health Project yesterday. I met with Bakersfield American Indian Health Project CEO Angel Galvez & his team to learn more about their crucial work supporting the Native American community in Kern County.

Tomorrow my team is hosting a Service Academy Information Night in Porterville. This is a great opportunity for Central Valley students interested in military service to learn about the application process and meet with academy representatives. RSVP here: valadao.house.gov/services/acade…

I had a productive discussion at an agriculture roundtable in Porterville with local farmers and community leaders. We talked about challenges facing growers in the Central Valley, like water, labor, and input costs.

I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Sergeant Moises Martinez. Terra and I are praying for his family, loved ones, and the entire Shafter Police Department as they mourn this loss.

Had a great time visiting Summit Charter School in Porterville. I read to the second grade class and visited other classrooms to answer their questions about serving in government. Wishing our Central Valley students, parents, and educators a great school year!

Thanks to the students, parents, and representatives who came out to Service Academy Information Night yesterday. It was a great evening for students in #CA22 to learn about the different military service options available to them.

Governor Newsom’s misguided refinery supply mandate would once again raise gas prices for Central Valley families. I joined Vince Fong in a letter to Governor Newsom urging him to abandon his regulatory assault on oil and gas production in California.

Enjoyed my visit with Lindsay Unified School District last week. I met with staff at the Community Day School, toured Lindsay High School’s agriculture department with FFA students, and presented Tulare County Teacher of the Year Kristy Caesar with a Congressional Recognition.

Last week it was confirmed that avian influenza was detected in California dairy cattle. Thankfully, there is no milk or dairy product safety concern for consumers. My full statement:

I recently toured the Sierra View Hospital in Porterville where I met with CEO Donna Hefner and her team. We discussed some of the ongoing challenges the healthcare industry has faced since the pandemic and ways to stabilize and enhance care within the community.

“Gov. Newsom’s misguided refinery supply mandate would once again raise gas prices for Central Valley families,” Rep. David Valadao said bit.ly/4cWHQrx

Reclamation’s draft Environmental Impact Statement prioritizes environmental goals at the expense of our Central Valley’s municipal and agricultural water needs. I led the California Republican delegation in a letter opposing the draft long-term operation plans for the CVP & SWP.

Thank you to the Porterville Chamber of Commerce for hosting me at a roundtable lunch to connect with business owners and community leaders. Proud to support our small businesses that contribute so much to the Central Valley!

HAPPENING NOW: I’m participating in a House Committee on Natural Resources field hearing on California’s water supply and its impact on our food security. Watch: youtu.be/MaBmlbYWdXI

My Hanford office was fortunate to have interns Anissa and Rachel helping serve the people of #CA22 this summer. Thank you for your hard work! If you’re interested in interning in my district or DC offices, visit my website for more information: valadao.house.gov/internships/