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Rep. Peters Decries Bill to Cut Scientific Research Funding

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement after voting against the “Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science, and Technology (FIRST) Act” in the Science, Space, and Technology Committee: “This is yet another case of politicians getting in the way of letting scientists do their work. Instead of funding science at the levels necessary to ensure... Read More

Rep. Peters Calls for VA Secretary Shinseki to Resign

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement calling for Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki to resign his post, or for President Obama to fire Secretary Shinseki should he not furnish a resignation. This comes in light of today’s report from the Office of the Inspector General at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “For too long the... Read More

Congressman Peters’ Statement on Memorial Day

SAN DIEGO, CA – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day, which takes place tomorrow, May 26th: “San Diego is a military and veterans town, and we are proud of our heritage protecting our national security. On Memorial Day, we honor the sacrifices of men and women who have given their lives in service to our country. Every day,... Read More

Congressman Peters Pushes NSA Reforms Forward

Congressman Peters Pushes NSA Reforms Forward WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 3361, the “USA Freedom Act,” which modifies the authority of the National Security Agency (NSA) by ending its ability to collect and hold telephone metadata and other bulk data: “Protecting our country is increasingly... Read More

Rep. Peters Brings Key Defense Funds to San Diego

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) voted in favor of H.R. 4435, the “National Defense Authorization Act,” (NDAA) which passed the House of Representatives on a bipartisan 325-98 vote. “This bipartisan bill is good for San Diego and protects the military assets that are a key driver for our regional economy,” Rep. Peters said. “I’m proud to move forward bringing money to... Read More

Rep. Peters Votes for Increased Veterans Administration Accountability

Rep. Peters Votes for Increased Veterans Administration Accountability WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 4031, the “Department of Veterans Affairs Management Accountability Act,” which gives the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) more flexibility over the employment status of senior level officials. This... Read More

Rep. Peters Announces Help for San Diego’s Water Future

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) announced two positive developments for San Diego’s regional water infrastructure: grant funding for the Sweetwater Authority to expand their desalination facility and passage of the “Water Resources Reform and Development Act” (WRRDA). After Rep. Peters’ efforts last fall, the Bureau of Reclamation has selected the Sweetwater... Read More

Rep. Peters’ Statement on Armed Forces Day

Rep. Peters’ Statement on Armed Forces Day SAN DIEGO, CA – Today, Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement in honor of Armed Forces Day: “Today, as we celebrate Armed Forces Day, we take a moment as a country to honor and commemorate the heroism and sacrifice of our nation's military and their families. San Diego's military and veterans heritage is world-renowned... Read More

Environment & Sustainability

University City Newsletter - May 2014 http://www.universitycitynews.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/May-2014-Newsletter-UCCA.pdf Environmental and Sustainability April 22nd was Earth Day, a time for us to reflect on what we are doing to make our planet a more sustainable and liveable place. The work we've done in San Diego to make our oceanfront cleaner and safer can be a model for other... Read More

Rep. Peters’ Statement on North County Fires

Rep. Peters’ Statement on North County Fires SAN DIEGO, CA – This afternoon, U.S. Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement regarding the Bernardo / 4S Fire, as well as the fires burning in Carlsbad, Camp Pendleton, Fallbrook, and other parts of northern San Diego County: “While I am pleased to hear that Bernardo / 4S Fire is moving toward containment, and that many... Read More