LGBTQ+ Issues
Last Congress, we took an important step forward by passing the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act. This critical action enshrines same-sex marriages under federal law, to protect and safeguard the hard-won freedom to marry.
But more action is needed. As a proud member of the Congressional Equality Caucus, I’m continuing to fight for the bipartisan Equality Act, a comprehensive, nondiscrimination bill to extend civil rights protections to LGBTQ+ Americans. I also continue pushing for my legislation to ensure children of servicemembers, who identify as trans, can continue to receive the care they need.
When we celebrate our LGBTQ neighbors, stand with them as allies, stand up to discrimination and hate, and listen to their voices and their stories, we make our community stronger.
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Monterey, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) led 57 of their colleagues in a letter to the Administration for Children and Families, calling for an extension of the application period for critical grant programs under the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act (RHYA).
Washington, DC – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) released the following statement on the Administration’s first 100 days in office:
Washington, DC – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) released the following statement on President Trump’s Joint Address to Congress.
Monterey, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Santa Cruz, CA – United States Representatives Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) announced federal funding to support local HIV/AIDS preventative services in Santa Cruz County.
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), and Judy Chu (CA-28) introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate the week of November 11th as National School Psychology Week, honoring the vital role school psychologists play in the well-being and success of students nationwide. Each day, over 35,000 school psychologists stand on the frontlines in our schools, providing the critical support students need to thrive both academically and emotionally—National School Psychology Week is a testament to their dedication and tireless work in shaping a brighter future for our children.
Monterey, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the amended FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Washington, DC – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) released the following statement on President Joe Biden's third State of the Union Address:
Santa Cruz, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced Jasmine Nájera, CEO of Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance (PVPSA) and a local Licensed Clinical Social Worker, as his guest to President Joe Biden’s Annual State of the Union Address.
On Monday, September 11th, from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, I’ll be holding a community town hall meeting alongside Santa Clara County District 1 Supervisor Sylvia Arenas at the Santa Teresa Branch Library (290 International Circle, San Jose, 95119).