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119th Congress

October 30, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29), Freshman Representative to Leadership for the 119th Congress, led 23 of her House Democratic Freshman colleagues to demand a meeting with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson to hear constituents’ stories from across the country who are negatively impacted by Republicans’ government shutdown.

 


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October 7, 2025

LOS ANGELES – Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) released the following statement marking two years since Hamas launched an attack on Israel:


As you may know, the Republicans - who control the House, Senate, and White House - have shut down the federal government. House Democrats and I are prepared to find a path that will reopen the government and meet the needs of the American people.

For frequently asked questions on Republicans' government shutdown, click here.


Republicans - who control the House, Senate, and White House - have shut down the federal government and are forcing working families across the country to pay more for healthcare. House Democrats and I are fighting to reopen the government and protect healthcare costs for working families, including those here in CA-29.

As we work toward a solution that benefits all who live in CA-29, I want to hear from YOU.

Here's what Democrats are fighting for:


October 1, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) released the following statement after Republicans refused to return to Washington to keep the government open and protect healthcare for millions of Americans:

 


As you may know, the Republicans - who control the House, Senate, and White House - have shutdown the federal government. House Democrats and I are prepared to find a path that will reopen the government and meet the needs of the American people.

I wanted to ensure you have the information and resources you need during the Republican Government Shutdown. Read below for FAQ's. 

What is a government shutdown?


September 19, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) released the following statement following the House of Representatives’ vote to condemn political violence:

 


September 15, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — To commemorate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29), the only Latina in Congress with a background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and co-chair of the STEM Education Caucus, introduced a resolution to increase the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in STEM.

 


September 12, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29), co-chair of the STEM Education Caucus and the first Latina to represent CA-29, released the following statement after the Department of Education announced that it would be illegally ending discretionary grant programs to Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) after Congress appropriated funds.