John Garamendi

To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program for demonstration projects that make critical transportation infrastructure resilient to natural hazards, and for other purposes.

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Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

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Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act

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“Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today alongside my colleague, Representative Mark DeSaulnier, to recognize Eddie Hart as he is inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Born in Martinez, California and raised in Pittsburg, California, Eddie is known as the ``World's Fastest Human.'' He started his track and field career at Contra Costa College, winning state titles in the 100- and 200-yard events. He went on to earn NCAA titles for the 100- yard dash and 4 x 110-yard relay while competing at UC Berkley. He was ranked one of the top sprinters in the Nation between 1970 to 1979. Eddie went on to compete in the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. During the U.S. Olympic Trials, he tied the world record for the 100-meter race with a run time of 9.9 seconds. He ran the anchoring leg in the American 4 x 100-meter relay team, earning a gold medal and helping the United States to set the world record in the race. In 1989, Eddie set the Masters world record in the 100-meter race, holding that record for 14 years. Eddie has also demonstrated his commitment to serving youth in our community. In 2003, he co-founded the Eddie Hart All in One Foundation with his wife, Gwen, and son, Eddie, Jr., to empower disadvantaged youth through music, sports, and education. He was recognized as a Hometown Hero by the City of Pittsburg in 2024 for his incredible impact in the community. Our community takes great pride in honoring Eddie's legacy of service and athletic excellence. Please join us in recognizing Eddie Hart upon his induction to the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. ____________________”

2026-05-20 · Education

“Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate Reverend Germaine M.W. Anderson, Th.M. for his inauguration as the 14th Pastor in Succession of Second Baptist Church of Vallejo. I also rise to extend my sincere appreciation for his distinguished leadership, service, and commitment to community transformation. The Second Baptist Church of Vallejo has stood for more than 118 years known to be a pillar of this proud community, earning its other name as ``The Mother Church'' and as ``The Jewel of the North Bay.'' There is probably no better word to describe Second Baptist Church of Vallejo as ``The Mother Church'' because like a mother who loves their children, this church has provided for the community, with food, with emergency relief for families and with unity for almost 120 years. Think of everything that has happened in the last 118 years. The Mother Church was there. The Jewel of the North Bay was there. This place of worship was there. We cannot talk about the history of this church without mentioning this incredible fact: That this is the first and oldest Black church in Vallejo. This church saw Jim Crow, which manifested itself here in Vallejo when families fled the violence of the South. This church saw the passage of the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act; all of which is even more relevant now, as everything that the Civil Rights movement built is now being torn down but that means that faith is even more important now than it has ever been. This church needs a capable leader to navigate these hard times and with no doubt, that is why Reverend Germaine M.W. Anderson, Th.M., is the right person to serve as the 14th Pastor in Succession of Second Baptist Church of Vallejo. Reverend Anderson has faithfully served the Oakland community and the greater Bay Area through years of impactful ministry, community outreach, mentorship, and civic engagement, earning recognition and acknowledgments from distinguished civic leaders, including former Mayor Libby Schaaf, for his commitment to strengthening communities and serving the people of the Bay Area. Mr. Speaker, I am grateful that such a historic place of worship will be in the most dedicated and capable hands of Reverend Anderson. Once again, I congratulate Reverend Anderson whose distinguished leadership, service, and commitment to the community will no doubt continue the stellar reputation of this church for generations to come. ____________________”

2026-05-20 · Civil Rights

“Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the 60th Comptroller Squadron at Travis Air Force Base and to congratulate the team at Travis for being named the Comptroller Squadron of the Year by Air Mobility Command. These honors reflect the exceptional professionalism, innovation, and dedication of the men and women at Travis who support the financial readiness of our Airmen and the broader mission of the United States Air Force. The 60th Comptroller Squadron (60 CPTS) has demonstrated unparalleled financial stewardship in service to our Nation, managing a $1 billion payroll for 16,000 personnel and overseeing a $500 million budget in support of a 1-Star Command. Their work underpins the only Air Mobility Command installation executing all four of its primary mission sets, enabling 32,000 missions across eleven Combatant Commands. The Squadron's leadership has fostered a culture defined by integrity, respect, and excellence. This commitment is reflected in the highest Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey ratings in the wing and in achieving a 100 percent civilian position fill rate. The 60 CPTS has also distinguished itself as a pioneer in workforce development and personnel processing. It established the first official SkillBridge location within an Air Force Comptroller Squadron, created a Palace Acquire Program, and acquired off-network laptops to digitize in- processing and reintegration, eliminating paper delays and significantly reducing member wait times. These initiatives strengthen the future of the Air Force financial management enterprise and set new benchmarks for efficiency. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the men and women of the 60th Comptroller Squadron for their extraordinary accomplishments, their unwavering dedication to mission readiness, and their profound contributions to the strength of the United States Armed Forces. Their innovation, leadership, and commitment to excellence bring great credit upon themselves, the United States Air Force, and our Nation. ____________________”

2026-05-11 · Defense