U.S. Rep. Michelle for California's 45th Congressional District
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Michelle for California's 45th Congressional District
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Michelle Steel calls on Canada for safe resettlement of Vietnamese refugee
Vietnamese American leaders and various community organizations have aligned with Representative Michelle Steel's initiative to secure a home in Canada for Y Quynh Bdap, a UN-recognized refugee and victim of religious persecution by the Communist Party of Vietnam. Currently, Bdap is facing extradition from Thailand back to Vietnam, following a Thai judge's ruling today that the extradition should proceed.
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Congresswoman urges Biden to confront Vietnam leader on human rights
Congresswoman Michelle Steel has urged President Biden to address human rights abuses in Vietnam during his upcoming meeting with the country's president and ruling Communist Party chief, To Lam. In a letter sent ahead of the Wednesday meeting, Steel highlighted the increasing persecution under To Lam's leadership.
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House passes bill naming post office after Vietnam War veterans
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation introduced by Rep. Michelle Steel to rename the U.S. Post Office in Westminster, CA as the “Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office.” The post office is located in Little Saigon, Orange County, CA, which has the largest population of Vietnamese outside of Vietnam.
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Michelle Steel urges Columbia University to cancel event with Vietnamese leader
Congresswoman Michelle Steel (CA-45) has urged Columbia University to cancel an event featuring To Lam, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. The event is scheduled for tomorrow, with Lam set to headline.
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Lawmakers urge Biden to seek delay on EU deforestation regulation
Reps. Michelle Steel (R-CA) and Terri Sewell (D-AL) have spearheaded a bipartisan effort involving 71 of their colleagues, urging President Biden to challenge the European Union's impending deforestation regulations. These new rules are expected to impose significant costs on U.S. businesses exporting goods to EU countries. The lawmakers are advocating for a twenty-four-month delay in the enforcement of these regulations.
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Rep. Steel urges tech giants to reject meeting with Vietnamese leader
WASHINGTON, D.C. - With recent reports indicating that General Secretary for the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam plans to meet with Meta and Google while in the United States next week, Rep. Michelle Steel is calling on both companies to refuse their meetings and clarify whether they support Vietnam’s persecution of those utilizing their platforms.
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House advances bill honoring Vietnam War veterans with post office renaming
Rep. Michelle Steel’s legislation to honor Vietnam War veterans by renaming the U.S. Post Office in Westminster has advanced through Congress, with the bill passing in committee on Wednesday.
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Steel introduces bill to restrict foreign state-owned enterprises from US ports
Rep. Michelle Steel today filed legislation to block key American adversaries from accessing United States ports via their state-owned enterprises, which can harm America’s supply chains by allowing adversaries critical access to shipping infrastructure.
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Michelle Steel calls for stronger measures against rising Southern California fentanyl crisis
The United States has experienced 10 million illegal border crossings under President Biden and Vice President Harris. This increase in illegal immigration is linked to a rise in crime affecting communities.
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Steel criticizes growing alliance between Vietnam and China
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congresswoman Michelle Steel released a statement following the visit of To Lam, the new Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, to China.
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Commerce rejects Vietnam's bid for market economy status
Congresswoman Michelle Steel has issued a statement following the Department of Commerce's decision to reject Vietnam’s request for designation as a “market economy” by the U.S. government. The decision highlighted that the Vietnamese government continues to exert significant control over business and resource allocation, alongside notable corruption within its legal system.
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U.S urged to intervene as Thai authorities detain Vietnamese religious advocate
Religious persecution is on the rise globally, and authoritarian nations such as Vietnam continue to harass peaceful religious voices. The United States is notably absent as Y Quynh Bdap remains imprisoned in Thailand, awaiting extradition to his home country for the crime of religious expression.
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US lawmakers request Thai PM release detained Vietnamese activist
Members of the US Congress have submitted a letter to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, requesting the release of Vietnamese activist Y Quynh Bdap and assistance for him to resettle in a third country instead of being extradited. This information was disclosed by Kannavee Suebsang, a list-MP for the Fair Party.
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Gas tax hike adds pressure on California families amid rising living costs
California families face another financial burden with the latest increase in the state gas tax, now at 60 cents per gallon, making it the highest in the nation. This hike comes as families begin their summer travels.
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Steel urges adherence to law on student debt cancellation
In a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) has called on the Department of Education to adhere to congressional intent in administering the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Reps Burgess Owens (R-UT), Julia Letlow (R-LA), and Erin Houchin (R-IN) also joined in sending the letter.
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Legislation aims at improving US healthcare through expanded telehealth
With rapidly rising costs and increased demand for services, America’s healthcare system urgently needs solutions that drive down costs while improving patient health.
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Rep. Michelle Steel urges Thailand to protect Vietnamese refugee from extradition
In new requests to the head of government and foreign minister of Thailand, U.S. Representative Michelle Steel (CA-45) is calling on the Thai government to release imprisoned Vietnamese refugee Y Quynh Bdap out of respect for the rights of religious minorities.
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Steel requests delay on energy mandate for health care facilities
Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) has urged Governor Gavin Newsom to delay the implementation of a mandate requiring skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) to have alternative power sources during power outages. Steel argues that few facilities can meet this requirement, potentially jeopardizing patient access to skilled nursing care.
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Rep. Michelle Steel's district office vandalized for the second time this year
Representative Michelle Steel’s district office was vandalized this morning when a rock was thrown into the office window. No injuries were reported.
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California Republicans urge action on rising Medicare premiums
On behalf of California’s 6.6 million Medicare beneficiaries, Rep. Michelle Steel led every House Republican from California in calling on President Biden to address current Medicare Part D premium increases and work across the aisle as seniors experience rising costs and fewer plan options. Medicare’s upcoming open enrollment period starts on October 15, 2024.