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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to temporarily suspend certain fuel excise taxes for fuel separated during periods in which the national average price of gasoline exceeds $3.99 per gallon, and to prohibit certain credits or deductions for oil and gas companies during such periods.
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Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act
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What they said
Apr 29, 2026
Rep. Calvert opposes California's restrictions on domestic oil production, arguing that these policies increase gasoline prices, harm economic competitiveness, and undermine national security and military readiness.
Rep. Calvert's statement opposes California's restrictions on domestic energy production and advocates for increased domestic energy supply to lower prices and strengthen national security. The bill expedites environmental review for natural gas pipelines and LNG terminals, which facilitates domestic energy infrastructure development. The rep's YES vote aligns with his stated position favoring expanded domestic energy production. However, the statement focuses on oil production specifically while the bill addresses natural gas and LNG infrastructure; the statement emphasizes California policy while the bill is federal-level NEPA streamlining. The directional alignment is clear, but the specific mechanisms and scope differ.
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Crossing the aisle
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Rep. Calvert Applauds Senate Passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act
Position: The release praises Senate passage of H.R. 8205, the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act, which reauthorizes federal programs supporting research and development of ALS therapies, and calls for continued federal funding for ALS research.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) praised the Senate passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act, H.R. 8205. Rep. Calvert is the Republican lead cosponsor of the bill and serves as a Co-Chair of the House ALS Caucus. The bill reauthorizes programs that support research and development of drugs and other therapies to address ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive, fatal neurological disease. The bill was approved by the House of Representatives on July 22, 2026, and will now head to the White House for the President’s signature. H.R. 8205 was introduced by Rep. Mike Quigley (IL-05) with Rep. Calvert as the lead Republican cosponsor. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Senator Lisa Murkowski (AK) and Senator Chris Coons (CT).
“The passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act is a renewal of Congress’s commitment to finding cures and treatments for ALS,” said Rep. Calvert. “As a Co-Chair of the bipartisan ALS Caucus, I know just how hard those impacted by ALS have worked to get this bill across the finish line and I applaud their tireless advocacy. As anyone in the ALS community knows, tough days lie ahead, but the passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization is a good day full of hope and a pledge to stand together to fight this terrible disease.”
“Since 2021, the ACT for ALS has helped thousands of Americans access the promising treatments and research they need,” said Rep. Quigley (IL-05). “But there is still no cure for ALS, making it a 100% fatal disease. We need the federal government to reauthorize the ACT for ALS immediately to continue funding ALS research. I’m proud of my colleagues in the Senate for passing this bill and continuing our work.”
“For those living with ALS, every day matters. They cannot afford disruptions in research, treatment access, and support,” said Senator Murkowski. “This reauthorization ensures that the momentum we have built over the past five years will continue, keeping pathways to promising investigational treatments open while supporting the research needed to find better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. I’m grateful to Senator Coons, Representatives Quigley and Calvert, and especially the ALS community, whose persistence helped us get this legislation across the finish line before the authorization expired.”
“Anyone who has known someone with ALS will tell you, it is a cruel disease that steals your mobility, your voice, and your time,” said Senator Coons. “Families deserve hope in the face of this suffering. I’m proud Senator Murkowski and I, along with Representatives Quigley and Calvert, were able to renew this bipartisan investment in hope for years to come.”
“When I was diagnosed with ALS almost nine years ago, I knew that the treatment and research options available to people living with this fatal disease needed to change,” said I AM ALS co-founder Brian Wallach. “I co-authored ACT for ALS with that need for change in mind. Since its passage in 2021, federal research funding has grown to historic levels. ACT for ALS is getting us closer to a cure and is proving that ALS isn't untreatable—it's underfunded. I'm grateful to the champions in Congress and to our community of tireless advocates who ensured that this life-saving bill was renewed before it expired."
“For people living with ALS and their families, final congressional passage brings us one step closer to ensuring that critical programs supporting expanded access and urgently needed research can continue,” said Sheri Strahl, MPH, MBA, President and CEO of ALS Network. “This achievement reflects the persistence of the ALS community, whose lived experiences and sustained advocacy kept this legislation moving forward. We are deeply grateful to Representatives Calvert and Quigley for listening to our community and providing the bipartisan leadership needed to carry this legislation through Congress.”
"To every advocate who walked into a congressional office and wouldn't leave without a commitment: you did this,” said Calaneet Balas, President and CEO, The ALS Association. “To the families who shared their hardest moments so other families might have more time: you did this. We're grateful to our champions on both sides of the aisle who helped make this legislation possible. People living with ALS cannot wait, and neither will we.”
The legislation will reauthorize ACT for ALS programs for 5 years, codify the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) interpretation of Expanded Access Program eligibility guidelines, require a new FDA 5-year Action Plan, and require a new GAO report on the implementation of ACT for ALS programs in 2030.
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Calvert and Lieu Urge NASA to Consider California as the Site of the U.S. Space Academy
Position: The release urges NASA to consider California as the site of the new U.S. Space Academy, citing the state's existing NASA centers, Vandenberg Space Force Base, aerospace companies, and universities.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) and Congressman Ted Lieu (CA-36), the Co-Chairs of the California Aerospace Caucus, announced they sent a letter to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman to urge his consideration of California as the site of the new United States Space Academy. On August 28, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order to establish the nation’s first U.S. Space Academy.
“California has a storied history supporting American space exploration in addition to extraordinary educational opportunities which makes it a prime location for the U.S. Space Academy,” said Rep. Calvert. “California is already home to multiple NASA centers, including the Jet Propulsion Lab and Ames Research Center, Vandenberg Space Force Base – the second busiest spaceport in the world – and a wide variety of private aerospace companies. I appreciate my California Aerospace Caucus Co-Chair Ted Lieu joining me in this bipartisan push for landing the nation’s first U.S. Space Academy in our state.”
“Locating the new United States Space Academy in California would give the next generation of space leaders unparalleled access to the institutions, companies, and experts shaping the future of American spaceflight,” said Congressman Lieu. “California is home to world-class universities, a thriving aerospace industry, and critical government and military space infrastructure. By placing the Academy in the middle of this ecosystem, we can pursue the future of American space innovation while inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in public service.”
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Rep. Calvert Applauds $25 Million Award from Bureau of Reclamation for Southern California Water Project
Position: Rep. Calvert applauds a federal Bureau of Reclamation award of $25 million to the Irvine Ranch Water District for the South Valley Conveyance and Storage Project and states support for the water infrastructure investment.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) applauded the Bureau of Reclamation for announcing it intended to award $25 million to the Irvine Ranch Water District for the South Valley Conveyance and Storage Project. Rep. Calvert sent the Bureau of Reclamation a letter in support of the project, which will create new groundwater storage and conveyance infrastructure that will capture water and provide an emergency supply for southern California users.
“Investments like those announced today by the Bureau of Reclamation will help southern California prepare for future droughts and strengthen our water infrastructure,” said Rep. Calvert. “I want to congratulate Irvine Ranch Water District on receiving this exciting news and applaud their commitment to proactive solutions to meeting our water challenges. I also want to thank Principal Deputy Commissioner Aubrey Bettencourt and the Bureau of Reclamation for committing these critical resources to southern California water infrastructure projects.”
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Water
Rep. Calvert Testifies in Support of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act
Position: Rep. Calvert testified in support of H.R. 5935, the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act, which would ratify a water settlement agreement among the Tribe, Coachella Valley Water District, and Desert Water Agency, establish a $500 million settlement trust fund, and transfer 2,742 acres of BLM land to the Tribe.
Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) testified this week before the House Natural Resources Committee, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries in support of H.R. 5935, the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act. Rep. Calvert introduced the legislation last December to facilitate the execution of the water settlement agreement reached by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians (Tribe), Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), and Desert Water Agency (DWA).
In his testimony, Rep. Calvert said:
“In 2013, the Agua Caliente Tribe filed suit against the Coachella Valley Water District and the Desert Water Agency over groundwater rights in the Indio Subbasin. That case ran for more than a decade. It could easily have run another decade. Instead, last year, the Tribe, Coachella Valley Water District, and the Desert Water Agency signed a settlement agreement. This bill would ratify it.”
Calvert continued:
“I want to thank Chairman Grubbe and the Agua Caliente tribal council, and I want to thank the Coachella Valley Water District and Desert Water Agency, who negotiated in good faith for years to get us here, and I look forward to continuing to advance this bill forward.”
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act ratifies that the Tribe has a federally reserved water right up to 20,000 acre-feet per year of groundwater from the Indio Subbasin that is held in trust by the U.S. for the Tribe and individual allottees. The Tribe would also have surface water rights in Tahquitz Creek, Andreas Creek, and Whitewater Ranch, held in trust by the U.S. Under the terms of the agreement, domestic water service would not stop or switch to a tribal utility. Instead, CVWD and DWA would continue to supply households and businesses on the Reservation.
The bill would establish a $500 million "Agua Caliente Settlement Trust Fund" in the U.S. Treasury to be administered by the Department of Interior. The fund would include accounts for Development Projects, Groundwater Augmentation, Water Management, and Operation, Maintenance and Replacement Costs. The bill would transfer 2,742 acres of Bureau of Land Management land to the Tribe, with gaming prohibited on the transferred land.
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Water
Rep. Calvert Introduces the National Security Interstate Pipeline Act
Position: The release supports federal authority to expedite approval of interstate oil and natural gas pipelines designated as critical to national security, with FERC exclusive siting authority and preemption of state and local permitting. It criticizes state energy policies in California and argues they threaten energy supply.
Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) introduced the National Security Interstate Pipeline Act, H.R. 9838, a bill that would authorize the expedited approval of interstate oil and natural gas pipelines that are critical to the national security of the United States. Representatives Vince Fong (CA-20), James Gallagher (CA-1), Darrell Issa (CA-48), Nathaniel Moran (TX-1), Jefferson Shreve (IN-6), Dale Strong (AL-5), and David Valadao (CA-22) are original cosponsors of the bill.
“Radical energy policies put in place in Democrat-led states, like California, continue to hurt working families as well as threaten our national security,” said Rep. Calvert. “The National Security Interstate Pipeline Act will ensure California and other states can be connected to energy-producing regions and keep oil and gas flowing to the critical national security facilities that depend on them. We cannot let radical Democrats threaten our national and economic security by cutting off oil and gas through regulatory roadblocks.”
Background:
The National Security Interstate Pipeline Act would allow the President to designate an interstate pipeline project as critical to the national security of the United States and necessary to ensure energy supply for military installations, the defense industrial base, or critical infrastructure resilience. Designated pipeline projects would be under the exclusive authority of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for the purposes of authorizing siting, construction, expansion, or operation. Projects would be considered in an expedited time frame, with FERC decisions required within 180 days of an application. Designated projects would be preempted from state and local permitting or other requirements that would stop or delay the project. Any judicial claims arising under the act would be required to be filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
In 2025, oil production in California reached a record low. The 257,000 barrels produced per day were less than a quarter of what it was in 1985. As a result, California is increasingly dependent on foreign sources of oil from the Middle East, South America, and Canada.
In 2024, California refineries relied on foreign sources for 63% of the oil they used – an all-time high. Oil produced in California made up only 23% of what was used by refineries – an all-time low. California’s petroleum refining capacity has been reduced by 30% in the past five years due to the closure of refineries.
California currently has no interstate pipelines connecting it to the broader U.S. oil supply infrastructure.
California ranks first in jet fuel demand among all states.
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Rep. Calvert Praises Passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act
Position: The release praises House passage of H.R. 8205, the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act, which reauthorizes federal programs supporting research and therapies for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and calls the reauthorization essential.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) praised the unanimous passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act, H.R. 8205. Rep. Calvert was the Republican lead cosponsor of the bill and serves as a Co-Chair of the House ALS Caucus. The bill reauthorizes programs that support research and development of drugs and other therapies to address ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive, fatal neurological disease.
“As a Co-Chair of the bipartisan ALS Caucus, the effort to get the landmark ACT for ALS law across the finish line in 2021 was the result of the passion and determination of the ALS advocacy community,” said Rep. Calvert. “Working with my Appropriations Committee colleagues, the ALS Caucus, and ALS advocates, we have been successful at making historic investments into these programs. As families impacted by ALS know all too well, we have more work to do. That is why taking this step today, and reauthorizing the ACT for ALS Act, is essential. I want to thank Members of the ALS Caucus, including the bill’s sponsor Congressman Quigley, for their work. And I want to give my heartfelt appreciation, once again, to the ALS advocacy community and the families who have been forever changed by ALS.”
"Today's news is a lifeline for those living with ALS, for whom every day matters,” said I AM ALS CEO Andrea Goodman. “This community is counting on this funding for research and access to promising therapies. ACT for ALS has already built a system for research, provided access to promising treatments for almost 1,000 patients who wouldn’t have otherwise qualified, brought hope and attention to this devastating disease, and brought us closer than ever to a cure. We are so grateful to Rep. Ken Calvert for his unwavering support for the ALS community, from co-writing the original ACT for ALS Act to leading the charge to get this reauthorization to the House floor. We're urging every member of the House to vote yes, and we won't stop pushing until this bill is signed into law."
“Today’s passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act is an important milestone for people living with ALS and their families,” said Sheri Strahl, MPH, MBA, President and CEO of ALS Network. “ACT for ALS has opened new pathways for research and access to investigational therapies, and this vote brings us one step closer to ensuring this important work can continue. We are deeply grateful to Representatives Quigley and Calvert for their bipartisan leadership and to the House for its continued support of the ALS community as we work toward final passage.”
"Today’s passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act keeps the momentum going toward defeating ALS,” said Calaneet Balas, President and CEO, ALS Association. “This is an investment in hope, innovation, and in the very people impacted by this disease. By working to extend these programs, Congress is reaffirming that people living with ALS cannot wait. This action will help drive the next generation of science, expand opportunities for participation in research, and bring us closer to making ALS livable until it is cured."
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Rep. Calvert Supports the Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Position: The release supports passage of the FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act, citing troop pay raises, military family housing, education and childcare resources, and a pilot program placing transitioning servicemembers and military spouses in high-need K–12 classrooms. It also highlights report language requesting a Navy briefing on potential encroachment near NSWC Corona.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert voted along with a majority (216 to 212) of the House of Representatives to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027. The NDAA establishes national security policies and spending authorizations.
“The passage of the National Defense Authorization Act is an important step in keeping America safe and supporting our military,” said Rep. Calvert. “The NDAA includes an important investment in our troops by giving them a well-deserved pay raise and resources to improve housing, education, and access to childcare for military families. The bill also builds upon the work I’ve done as Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee by authorizing key defense programs that are driving innovation and rapidly delivering new capabilities to our warfighters. At my request, the bill includes report language about the pending closure of the state prison adjacent to Naval Surface Warfare Center—Corona and requires a briefing from Navy leadership about potential encroachment issues with possible incompatible development. I’m committed to working with the city of Norco and the Navy to ensure a compatible use of that property is put in place. The NDAA also includes my provision for a pilot program to help transitioning servicemembers move into high-need K–12 classrooms and to recruit degree-holding military spouses and prepare them for fully certified special education teaching positions.”
For more information about the policies and programs in the FY27 NDAA, click here.
The following report language was included in the FY27 NDAA at Rep. Calvert’s request:
Naval Surface Warfare Center—Corona Potential Encroachment
The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC)—Corona provides warfighting readiness through data analytics and assessment, engineering the Fleet’s Live-Virtual-Constructive training environment, and assuring the accuracy of measurements. With over 1,800 civilian personnel, a small contingent of Sailors and more than 2,000 contractors executing several different disciplines in support of the warfighter, NSWC Corona is a leader in data, analytics, visualizations, digital environments, engineering, and leveraging technology to bridge and integrate the Navy’s data silos, enabling informed decision-making by the warfighter.
The committee notes that approximately 84 acres of previous Federal Government land is currently owned by the State of California and hosts the California Rehabilitation Center (CRC). The State recently announced that they are closing the CRC and are considering land development which could lead to encroachment issues with the activities at NSWC.
Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of the Navy to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services by December 1, 2026, as to the Secretary’s plans to prevent encroachment at NSWC Corona. The briefing shall include:
(1) incompatible development adjoining NSWC Corona and efforts the Secretary is seeking to ensure compatible development; and
(2) a specific assessment as to options that are available to the Secretary to ensure compatible development with the NSWC Corona mission and local community.
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Defense
Rep. Calvert’s FY27 Defense Appropriations Bill Passed by Appropriations Committee
Position: The release supports passage of the FY27 Defense Appropriations bill, emphasizing increased funding for munitions, hypersonic weapons, defense innovation programs, a 5–7% military pay raise, and counter-drug operations.
Today, the House Appropriations Committee passed the Fiscal Year 2027 Defense Appropriations bill. The bill was drafted by Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41), who serves as the Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
“The passage of our annual defense appropriations bill fulfills our commitment to keep America safe and ensure the U.S. military remains the strongest fighting force in the world,” said Rep. Calvert. “Recent conflicts have highlighted the pressing need to acquire and produce the munitions, weapons, and technology our troops require to meet the moment in both modern and future warfare. The increased funding provided in this bill aims to achieve that urgent goal in addition to building off the defense innovation programs I have prioritized as Chairman. The Defense Innovation Unit, APFIT, and Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network (CRMN) are prioritized in the FY27 bill to get our warfighters access to game-changing technologies, weapons, and the tools they need to win on the battlefield. I appreciate the leadership of Chairman Tom Cole and support from members of our Committee in advancing this bill."
Key Takeaways
Enhances America’s strategic military advantage by:
Providing $836 million to procure, for the first time, new-entrant low-cost munition systems and providing multiyear procurement authority.
Providing over $7.5 billion for hypersonic weapons and test infrastructure.
Providing over $2.9 billion for Defense Production Act (DPA), Office of Strategic Capital (OSC), and Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS).
Accelerating delivery of capability to the warfighter through over $1.7 billion for Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT).
Transforming autonomous and counter-small, unmanned aircraft system initiatives with $1 billion for the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG) and $1.4 billion for the Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF 401).
Strengthens support for service members and military families by:
Supporting President Trump’s priority of a military pay raise of 7% for all military personnel ranked E-5 and below, 6% for E-6 to O-4, and 5% for O-4 and above.
Providing an additional $15 million for the Military and Family Life Counseling Program, which provides counseling services to service members and their families to support operational readiness and resilience.
Disrupts transnational drug trafficking by:
Providing $1.2 billion for counter-drug programs.
Increasing funding for the National Guard Counter-Drug Program.
Providing $464.8 million for United States Southern Command, which supports enhanced detection and monitoring, theater-wide operations, improved command and control, and increased force protection to pursue drug cartels and terrorist networks.
Transferring Mexico from United States Northern Command’s jurisdiction to United States Southern Command for better coordination and prioritization.
Optimizes the Department of Defense and improves transparency by:
Supporting business modernization efforts, including $250 million to accelerate the transition to a modern, secure, and audit-ready financial management environment.
Digitizing acquisition processes through $72.5 million for Acquisition Visibility.
Protecting and preserving competition and readiness by mandating a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA).
Modernizing requirements and resourcing by including $140.1 million for the Mission Engineering and Integration Activity and $92.7 million for Acquisition Integration and Interoperability.
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Rep. Calvert Introduces the Fireworks for Freedom Act
Position: Rep. Calvert introduced legislation to waive certain state and federal environmental laws and regulations that restrict fireworks displays, while preserving local authority and federal safety standards, in response to permit denials for July 4th celebrations.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) introduced the Fireworks for Freedom Act, H.R. 8593, legislation that will ensure every community across America can celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary with firework displays if they so choose. The bill is being introduced in response to radical state environmental agencies, like the California Coastal Commission, which recently denied a permit for a fireworks display in Long Beach, California, scheduled for July 4th. The bill would waive certain state and federal environmental laws and regulations that have been used to deny permits for fireworks displays while preserving local authority. The bill has received the support of the National Fireworks Association and American Pyrotechnics Association.
“Americans celebrate Independence Day by eating hot dogs, apple pie, and watching fireworks – and I’m not going to let left-wing lunatics stop that,” said Rep. Calvert. “As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we should be planning bigger and better fireworks shows, not canceling them. The 4th of July is a day to celebrate our liberties and freedom. Once again, those liberties are under attack in California. I can’t think of a better way to renew our commitment to freedom than by having Congress pass the Fireworks for Freedom Act to ensure Americans can enjoy America 250 with a bang!”
“The National Fireworks Association (NFA), representing more than 800 small businesses, supports Congressman Ken Calvert’s Fireworks for Freedom Act,” said National Fireworks Association President Stacy Schneitter Blake. “Fireworks have been part of our nation’s celebrations since 1777, and as America approaches its 250th anniversary, this bill helps ensure communities can safely take part in that tradition. It responsibly removes unnecessary barriers to hosting displays while preserving federal safety standards and local control. We appreciate Congressman Calvert’s leadership in supporting a safe and meaningful America250 celebration.”
“Fireworks have been part of America’s Independence celebrations since 1777, and the Fireworks for Freedom Act will help ensure communities nationwide can fully take part in the 250th anniversary. By easing certain federal and state restrictions while preserving safety and local control, this bill strikes the right balance,” said Julie L. Heckman, Executive Director of the American Pyrotechnics Association.
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Rep. Calvert Introduces Resolution Slamming California’s Energy Policies
Position: Rep. Calvert opposes California's restrictions on domestic oil production, arguing that these policies increase gasoline prices, harm economic competitiveness, and undermine national security and military readiness.
Today, Congressman Ken Calvert introduced a resolution condemning California and other states for enacting policies that restrict domestic oil production, increase gasoline prices, and undermine American energy security and national defense. The resolution calls out the California policies that restrict energy supplies and increase costs, which impact consumers – including the U.S. military. Last month, Rep. Calvert wrote an op-ed in the Orange County Register about the consequences of the restrictive energy policies enacted in Sacramento.
“California’s radical anti-energy policies are having a devastating effect on our economy as well as our national security,” said Rep. Calvert. “The high taxes and burdensome red tape put in place by liberals in Sacramento have resulted in declining energy production as well as refining capacity. While California families are routinely hit with the highest gasoline prices in the country, the one thing worse than expensive energy is no energy. Recent global events have once again exposed the dangers of a heavy dependence on foreign sources of energy. The readiness of the military bases located throughout California is dependent on reliable energy sources. California must revisit these ill-advised policies for the sake of our economic and national security.”
Source: GDELT 2.0 GKG, filtered to a curated list of national outlets. Inclusion is not endorsement; opinion pieces and reported news are mixed.
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.AMERICAN REVIVAL PACIdeological2 contributionsSingle-issue or ideological PAC — specific positions not clearly inferable from the name alone.AI · low$10,000
4.SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP PAC2 contributions$10,000
5.DAVE PAC - DEFENDING AMERICAN VALUES EVERYWHERE PAC2 contributions$10,000
6.HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (HIPAC)2 contributions$10,000
7.INVEST IN A STRONG AND SECURE AMERICA PAC2 contributions$10,000
8.BAE SYSTEMS USA PAC2 contributions$10,000
9.SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP PACDefense2 contributionsAerospace and defense contractor PAC — SpaceX backs candidates supporting federal space contracts, national security priorities, and commercial space development.AI$10,000
10.SEAL PACOther2 contributionsPAC with unclear affiliation — name does not clearly signal industry, ideology, or leadership focus.AI · low$10,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.CORVID TECHNOLOGIES$26,000
2.GENERAL ATOMICS$26,000
3.BG WORKFORCE$21,000
4.INNOVATIVE FEDERAL STRATEGIES$21,000
5.JOHNSON MACHINERY$18,200
6.CENTAURUS FINANCIAL$17,500
7.KAREM AIRCRAFT$17,017
8.GE AEROSPACE$16,250
9.ASTRANIS$16,000
10.APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES$14,800
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
