Congressman Scott Peters

Representing the 52nd District of California

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La Jolla Patch - Peters Bill Would Cover Telehealth Services for Military, Veterans

Nov 18, 2013 In The News
The 21st Century Care for Military & Veterans Act would establish and expand reimbursement policies covering the use of telehealth services for active-duty military, their dependents, retirees and veterans.
La Jolla Patch - Peters Bill Would Cover Telehealth Services for Military, Veterans

Chris Jennewein - Rep. Scott Peters introduced bipartisan legislation last week that would expand coverage of telehealth services to active-duty military, their dependents, retirees and veterans. 

Issues:
Veterans, Health Care

KUSI - 11.18.13 Interview on the ACA, National Entrepreneur's Day

Nov 18, 2013 In The News
KUSI - 11.18.13 Interview on the ACA, National Entrepreneur's Day
In an in-studio interview at KUSI 11.18.13 Scott talks about the poor rollout of the ACA and the resolution he introduced for a National Entrepreneurs' Day.
Issues:
Health Care, San Diego Issues, Jobs & Economy

Poway Patch - Rep. Peters Votes to Allow Americans to Keep Health Plans

Nov 17, 2013 In The News
Peters and 38 of his Democratic colleagues joined the Republican majority in passing the Keep Your Health Plan Act of 2013 by a 261-157 margin.
Poway Patch - Rep. Peters Votes to Allow Americans to Keep Health Plans
Rep. Scott Peters voted with a bi-partisan majority in the House of Representatives Friday to allow Americans to keep their existing health plan...
Issues:
Health Care

USD Vista - Students support compassionate immigration reform

Nov 14, 2013 In The News
USD Vista - Students support compassionate immigration reform
[Peters] highlighted the economic benefits of the immigration reform and has rallied bi-partisan support for pro-immigration. Another issue Peters focused on was the security at the actual border with fences along the Arizona desert that require border crossing officers.

Coronado Patch - Peters, Three Colleagues Rally Support for Navy's Aircraft Carriers

Nov 13, 2013 In The News
Peters and three congressional colleagues wrote to show their support for continued investment in the Navy's fleet of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
Coronado Patch - Peters, Three Colleagues Rally Support for Navy's Aircraft Carriers

Chris Jennewein - Rep. Scott Peters and three other Congressmen have written a column in the legislative newspaper Roll Call defending continued investment in large aircraft carriers.

Issues:
National Security & Defense, San Diego Issues, Jobs & Economy

KPBS - Addiction, Unemployment, PTSD: Challenges Facing San Diego Veterans

Nov 12, 2013 In The News
KPBS - Addiction, Unemployment, PTSD: Challenges Facing San Diego Veterans
In downtown San Diego, the annual Veterans Day Parade was one of several parades and events to honor veterans throughout the county. But, there are many veterans in San Diego who need more than a parade and a thank you. They need help transitioning back into civilian life, or help with a disability. Some need treatment and training to overcome addictions, get employment and find a home. We take a look at some of the big issues facing San Diego's veteran population.
Issues:
Veterans

San Diego Daily Transcript - UC San Diego dedicates new Student Veterans Resource Center

Nov 9, 2013 In The News
San Diego Daily Transcript - UC San Diego dedicates new Student Veterans Resource Center

Katie Groenendyke - University of California San Diego’s student veterans now have a home on campus, at a 1,600-square-foot new Student Veterans Resource Center.

The center was dedicated Thursday. Students and faculty became emotional as they spoke about the need for this center and the resources it will provide.

Issues:
Veterans, Education

Poway Patch - Rep. Peters Says His Staff Will Use the New Insurance Exchanges

Nov 5, 2013 In The News
Peters said he has "a strong belief that members of Congress and our staff should abide by the same rules as all Americans.”
Poway Patch - Rep. Peters Says His Staff Will Use the New Insurance Exchanges

Chris Jennewein - Rep. Scott Peters announced that all of his Congressional office staff will use the new insurance exchanges under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare.

Issues:
Health Care

Biomass Magazine - Congressional caucus formed to support algae industry

Oct 30, 2013 In The News
Biomass Magazine - Congressional caucus formed to support algae industry
Reps. Scott Peters, D-Calif., and Matt Salmon, R-Ariz., recently launched the Congressional Algae Caucus in an effort to provide a forum for members of Congress and their staffs to learn about and interact with the emerging algae industry. The move has been applauded by the Algae Biomass Organization and Biotechnology Industry Organization.
Issues:
Energy & Environment, San Diego Issues, Jobs & Economy

UT - Peters offers debt ceiling solution

Oct 28, 2013 In The News
UT - Peters offers debt ceiling solution
Rep. Scott Peters has the backing of Erskine Bowles, a Democrat, and former Sen. Alan Simpson, a Republican, for a legislative package that would index the nation’s debt to economic growth.
Issues:
Jobs & Economy

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