Rep. Katie Porter

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

RT @SenKamalaHarris: Trump wasted precious months in preparing to help reopen schools and educate students during a pandemic. @RepKatiePort… — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

It’s critical that we listen to experts about how to reopen schools safely. Classroom instruction is important, but our kids (and teachers) need to be safe in the classroom. That can only happen if and when we ramp up testing and actually *have a plan*. Some ideas ⬇️ — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

As Orange County families spend more time indoors these days, it’s important that we keep our loved ones safe at home. On Monday, I’m hosting a townhall conversation on Facebook Live (find me at @RepKatiePorter!) at 12:30 PM PT to discuss safe gun storage. I hope you’ll tune in! — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

.@RepKarenBass and I refuse to stand idly by while Organ Procurement Organizations leave thousands of patients in limbo. We're demanding that @HHSgov strengthen oversight of OPOs ASAP. The Americans waiting on the organ transplant list deserve better. (3/3) https://t.co/ZTHDKFHB8Z — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

These contractors (known as Organ Procurement Organizations, or OPOs) are urging @HHSgov to delay new oversight measures AND asking for more taxpayer dollars. This makes no sense. COVID-19 is a major threat to patients in organ failure. OPOs must be held accountable. (2/3) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

.@HHSgov estimates that the federal contractors in charge of transporting organs fail to recover *tens of thousands* of organs a year. This negligence can have fatal consequences for the 112,000+ Americans currently on the waiting list for a lifesaving transplant. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

It’s past time to start planning how schools can reopen when (and only when) it is safe to do so. @SenKamalaHarris and I are demanding the Administration step up. We cannot send children back to the classroom until it is safe, and it can’t be safe unless we plan. https://t.co/wfsje2d994 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Trump Administration is pushing for students to return to the classroom this fall, but refusing to provide schools with guidelines on how to keep kids safe. This President is failing to lead, and he’s putting students, teachers, faculty, administrators, and parents at risk. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

While getting help to struggling small businesses is critically important, one of the problems we’re seeing with coronavirus relief programs is that big banks are making money administering this aid. Small businesses and working families need to come first. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Let me clear: we shouldn't send kids, teachers, and staff back to school until it's safe. But we won't get there unless we have a plan to test for COVID-19 and stop its spread. And the federal government will likely have to provide support to make this happen. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The only way we’ll get kids back to school safely is if we start planning now. The federal government can’t wait until August to step up. Any working parent can tell you (trust me): knowing that your kids are safe and learning gives parents the peace of mind to do their jobs. https://t.co/IrzOzkdBho — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Trump Administration's arms sales to Saudi Arabia are putting human rights, regional security, and our defense industrial capacity at risk. I’m demanding details on the transfer of sensitive military technology so Congress can properly investigate. https://t.co/0CwvlpWlSy — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

My colleagues and I wrote to Leonard Green over a month ago demanding that they return the $658 million they stole and take steps to ensure all patients receive care. They responded with excuses and distractions, so we're following up. And we want real answers this time. (2/2) https://t.co/xJeQFhFCQX — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Leonard Green looted hundreds of millions from the pensions of healthcare workers and hospitals in underserved communities. They put profits before patients. Now, these hospitals are struggling to treat people and mitigate the spread of COVID-19. https://t.co/agxgzMHFAP — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Airlines took taxpayer-funded bailout money, then turned around and started lobbying to weaken consumer protections. Is this *really* their top priority during a pandemic? I wrote to @stevenmnuchin1 and @SecElaineChao to call this out for what it is: corporate abuse. https://t.co/x66OpR8sy1 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Fourth of July is a time to commemorate our history and reflect on how we can work toward a better country that fulfills the promise of liberty and justice for all. From my family to yours, happy Fourth! 🇺🇸🎇🍉 https://t.co/iSqbBRqpTq — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Treasury Secretary @stevenmnuchin1 said that he would give Congress data by the end of this week on who’s getting money from the $650 billion Paycheck Protection Program. Still waiting... https://t.co/pwOUBX6Re3 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

A nonpartisan government watchdog released a bombshell report showing that @SBAJovita repeatedly refused to share basic data on which businesses received taxpayer dollars from the $650 billion Paycheck Protection Program. I’m calling on her to resign, and I told @SRuhle why ⤵️ https://t.co/iDMM82OpN5 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

@lindsaaaytweets @sami_naomi_ Thank you for sharing and being engaged! — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Racial bias in our healthcare system has devastating consequences for patients of color. We have to do better than textbooks like this. I’ve introduced legislation with @RepDMP to strengthen cultural competency training in our medical schools. Let’s get this done. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Read more here about why this transparency measure is so critical: https://t.co/nLLhs2OFXj — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

I'm proud to work with my friend @RepJasonCrow on this amendment to restore an important accountability measure for the Pentagon, and I'm grateful for the support of great veterans' advocates at @votevets, @ConcernedVets, and @commondefense in this effort. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Moving toward a greener future is critical to fighting climate change. Last year, @RepHarley, @RepDeSaulnier, and I introduced legislation to install electric and hydrogen fueling stations along U.S. highways. I'm proud that our bill was included in the Moving Forward Act. (4/4) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

I'm also committed to keeping our kids safe. That's why I authored amendments with @RepCardenas and @RepJahanaHayes to study the impact of idling buses and cars in school zones and with @CongressmanRaja to strengthen requirements for booster seat testing and safety. (3/4) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Vehicle safety features are designed for the body type of the average male, which can lead to devastating consequences for women involved in car crashes. My amendment requires that we develop stronger standards and designs that would better protect women on the road. (2/4) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Our transportation system is outdated and contributes to the climate crisis. I was proud to join House colleagues in passing the Moving Forward Act, which includes four proposals I worked on to keep Orange County families safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Trump Administration's botched management of the PPP meant thousands of small businesses couldn't or didn't use the program. Now they'll have another chance. Next step: full loan-level transparency so we can see the PPP is working. https://t.co/RYwNYUtgpN — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

From groceries to lifesaving medication, postal workers provide our communities with what we need -- even during a pandemic. Today is #NationalPostalWorkerDay. Please join me in thanking our postal workers for their essential work, today and every day. https://t.co/zqf4Wny1BN — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

In Russia, it can be a criminal offense to ask where the country is at war. It shouldn't be even close to that way in America. Especially not when the law already requires @DeptofDefense to make the information public. @RepJasonCrow and I are demanding accountability. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

I’m grateful that my @EnergyCommerce colleagues are examining how the pandemic is threatening both physical and mental health. I am proud that two of my bills, the Mental Health Parity Compliance Act and the Stopping the Mental Health Pandemic Act, were discussed in this hearing. — PolitiTweet.org