Carbajal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote

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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) issued the statement below following the War Powers Resolution vote in the U.S House of Representatives. “Trump’s reckless and illegal war in Iran needs to be stopped. Just over a week ago, he threatened to eliminate a ‘whole civilization’. These are heinous words for a President to say and is another clear signal that Congress must intervene…

Carbajal Secures Over $4 Million in Federal Funding for SLO County Harbor Improvements

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Today, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced he secured significant funding for two harbor improvement projects in San Luis Obispo County. Morro Bay Harbor will receive $4,144,000 for its dredging project and Port San Luis will receive $23,000 for maintenance of the breakwater. The funding for both projects was secured through the Fiscal Year 2026 congressional funding…

Carbajal Secures $6 Million in Federal Funding for Santa Barbara Harbor Improvements

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Today, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced he secured $6.15 million for Santa Barbara Harbor’s dredging project. The funding was secured through the Fiscal Year 2026 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Work Plan, an annual civil works initiative focused on infrastructure improvements. "The Santa Barbara Harbor serves an important role in our local economy and emergency…

Carbajal Announces Significant Federal Funding for Santa Barbara County Projects

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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced he secured significant federal funding for a series of public projects in Santa Barbara County. Projects include improvements to local infrastructure, emergency response services, and criminal justice programs.   “Delivering these federal investments is about strengthening the public resources that Santa Barbara County…

Carbajal, Bacon Reintroduce Bill to Expand Benefits for Veteran Survivors of Sexual Assault

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Today, U.S. Representatives Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) and Don Bacon (R-NE-02) are reintroducing bipartisan legislation to expand benefits for veterans who experienced sexual trauma during their service. The Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act would change the effective date of a veteran’s claim to allow veterans who experience sexual trauma during their service to receive…

Carbajal Statement on César Chávez Revelations

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Today, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) released the following statement in response to the New York Times article detailing allegations of sexual assault against César Chávez. “I’m deeply shocked and saddened to learn of these disturbing allegations. I stand firmly with the victims and their loved ones as investigations move forward. I believe we cannot celebrate a man,…

Carbajal Statement on Trump Invoking Defense Production Act to Restart Offshore Oil Production in Santa Barbara County

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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) issued the statement below following the Trump administration’s announcement that they are invoking the Defense Production Act to advance Sable Offshore’s plans to restart offshore oil production at the Santa Ynez Unit. “President Trump is using the war in Iran as a pretext to override the will of Santa Barbara County residents and the…

Carbajal Announces Significant Federal Funding for San Luis Obispo County Infrastructure Projects

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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced he secured significant federal funding for two infrastructure projects in San Luis Obispo County. Projects include improvements to the Shell Beach Road shared use path and City of Morro Bay’s stormwater system.  “Securing these federal investments is about strengthening the everyday safety and quality of life for residents…

Carbajal Announces Significant Federal Funding for Ventura County Projects

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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced he secured significant federal funding for two public projects in Ventura County. Projects include developing a new park near Ojai and an interim shelter in Ventura. “These federal investments will strengthen the well‑being of communities across Ventura County,” said Rep. Carbajal. “The new Meiners Oaks Botanical Park will give local…

Carbajal Announces 2026 Women of the Year Award Winners on International Women's Day

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Today, Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) announced the six recipients of the 2026 Central Coast Women of the Year Award, recognizing extraordinary women whose leadership, compassion, and service have made a lasting impact across California’s Central Coast. The six winners of this year’s award are: Hortensia “Tensie” Hernandez from Santa Maria, Dr. Mary Parker from San Luis Obispo,…