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  • Bipartisan Coalition Introduces Legislation to Slow Rising Food Prices by Eliminating Outdated Subsidies for Ethanol
    Jul 16, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45), together with Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), led a bipartisan coalition of members to introduce a bill this week to slow rising food prices by redirecting subsidies for gasoline refiners who use corn ethanol to the producers of “second generation” biofuels m... More
  • Bono Mack: ‘Fast-Track’ Initiatives Positive Step for Solar Energy Development on Western Lands
    Jun 29, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today called attention to Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar’s announcement that will escalate solar energy development in the West, fund environmental studies, open new solar energy permitting offices and speed reviews of industry proposals. Emphasizing the i... More
  • Bono Mack: Climate Change Bill Deserves Continued Bipartisan Input
    Jun 18, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today issued the following statement on climate change legislation, urging the Majority to allow more time for bipartisan negotiations on the bill before it heads to the House floor for a vote: “Any bill of this magnitude deserves bipartisan consideration and... More
  • Bono Mack Honored for Leadership on Behavioral Health Issues
    Jun 11, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) was today honored by the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare (National Council) for her leadership and outstanding efforts on behalf of people with mental illnesses and addiction disorders. In a meeting on Capitol Hill this afternoon, the Nationa... More
  • Bono Mack: Climate Change Bill Not Perfect, But Step in the Right Direction
    May 21, 2009  - A recognized leader on protecting the environment, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today voted in favor of broad legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and develop a green economy. Noting significant improvements made to the bill during Committee proceedings, Bono Mack emphasized the im... More
  • Bono Mack Supports Funding for Incarcerating Criminal Illegal Aliens
    May 19, 2009  - Washington, DC – Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today called for restored funding for the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP), which helps state and local governments offset the costs associated with incarcerating criminal illegal aliens. In a letter sent to House appropriators, Bo... More
  • Bono Mack Honored for Efforts to Prevent Drug Abuse and Addiction
    May 13, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) was today honored by the nonprofit Partnership for Drug-Free America (Partnership) for her ongoing efforts to prevent substance abuse and addiction and expand treatment programs for affected children and families. Partnership CEO Stephen J. Pasierb, on behalf of ... More
  • Bono Mack Works to Help Customers Keep Their Phone Numbers
    May 12, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today introduced legislation that would allow consumers to more easily switch telephone providers by ensuring an industry standard for number portability. The Same Number Act of 2009, H.R. 2357, would promote competition and enhance flexibility for consumers by e... More
  • Bono Mack Announces Federal Funding for Palm Springs Airport
    May 7, 2009  - Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today announced a $2,069,695 grant for the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) for ongoing terminal building improvements that will increase efficiency and improve safety and security measures at the airport. This funding will be distributed by the Federal A... More
  • Bono Mack, Lowey Introduce Bill to Improve the Health of Youth
    May 6, 2009  - Congresswomen Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) and Nita Lowey (NY-18) today continued their efforts to improve the health and well-being of American youth by reintroducing the Improved Nutrition and Physical Activity Act (IMPACT Act). The bipartisan legislation, broadly supported by such organizations as the ... More