Jan's Plans & Pans - October 1, 2024

It is great to be back in the 9th Congressional District after Congress successfully passed a continuing resolution to keep our government funded until December 20, 2024. The bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 341-82. I am glad Democrats and Republicans were able to reach a bipartisan agreement to put the needs of everyday Americans first, and I am hoping we will be able to reach another bipartisan agreement at the end of the year to avert a government shutdown. 

This week, I spoke at a public forum hosted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) discussing food safety. Consumers deserve to know that the foods they eat are safe, but right now, that is not necessarily the case. The FDA has not regulated more than 10,000 chemicals added to our food. That is why I have introduced legislation that would require the FDA to consistently assess the chemicals that are added to our food. It is time to put the ‘F’ back in the FDA, and ensure the foods we eat are safe and free from harmful chemicals.

I love getting to be out and about in our community, whether I am visiting a school, touring a non-profit organization, or meeting with local elected officials. I am looking forward to seeing so many of you during this district work period. Please stay tuned for the latest updates.