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November 24, 2021
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While a pathway to citizenship was nixed in the most recent version of the Build Back Better Act, a flagship legislation part of President Joe Biden's agenda, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and immigration advocates still welcome the protections from deportation expected to impact about 6.5 million undocumented immigrants.

Issues:Immigration
November 19, 2021
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Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act, historic legislation that builds on the success of the American Rescue Plan by delivering once-in-a-generation action to lower the everyday costs that burden working families in the 36th District – from health care to child care to housing. Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D.

November 17, 2021
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Washington, D.C. – This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2433, the Burn Pit Registry Enhancement Act, bipartisan legislation authored by Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-36) and co-led by Republican Rep. Brad Wenstrup (OH-02) to improve the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry.

Issues:Veterans
November 11, 2021
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An alarming rise in breast cancer among military veterans is reigniting concern about burn pits on overseas military bases. Women who served in Iraq and Afghanistan say they face a higher risk of cancer from exposure to the pits' toxic fumes.

November 8, 2021
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The office of local Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz honored two local veterans by bestowing them their earned service medals.

Navy veteran Mike Mrsny served for 30 years. He was honored with the Bronze Star Service Medal which is the nation's fourth-highest award given to service members.

Issues:Veterans
November 8, 2021
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Neurosurgeons have thrown their support behind a bipartisan letter from 152 members of the U.S. House of Representatives that calls on the Biden administration to update the interim final rule by including a key section from the No Surprises Act.

Issues:Health Care
November 7, 2021
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Everyone was invited to watch the colorful Palm Springs Pride Parade after pride festivities.

"It was amazing. I mean, look at it, it there's thousands of people here and I couldn't be more proud to be gay and have everybody out here," said visitor Kendall Madsen. "Love is love and you feel it with everybody that you come in contact with."

November 5, 2021
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Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3684, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a bipartisan infrastructure package focused on creating millions of American jobs, rebuilding our nation's roads and bridges, and combatting the climate crisis. Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D.

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November 4, 2021
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Palm Desert, CA – Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-36) announced that John, a 70-year-old Palm Springs resident, finally received his Survivor Benefits 16 years after the death of his husband. The news comes after Congressman Ruiz's office stepped in to resolve a long-standing dispute with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that had continued even after the U.S.

November 2, 2021
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With negotiations over a $1.75 trillion spending package at a critical point in Washington, U.S. Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Palm Desert, is hopeful that the final version of the legislation will be passed in the House by the end of the week.

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