Press Releases
May 11, 2021
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Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Biden Administration announced that one million Americans signed up for health coverage under an Affordable Care Act special enrollment period.
Issues:Health Care
May 10, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Biden Administration announced that anti-discrimination protections in health care extend to LGBTQ Americans, reversing a Trump-era policy:
"Today, the Biden Administration has taken essential and potentially life-saving action to affirm that all people in America have the right to quality, affordable health care – no matter who they are or whom they love.
Issues:LGBTQ+
May 10, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Biden Administration announced guidance on the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, established by Democrats' American Rescue Plan Act, which provides $350 billion in emergency funding for state, local, territorial and tribal governments:
"Today, the Biden Administration has taken a strong step to protect the livelihoods of the millions of frontline heroic workers who are the lifeblood of our economy
May 7, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the April jobs report:
"The disappointing April jobs report highlights the urgent need to pass President Biden's American Jobs and Families Plans. We need to take bold action to Build Back Better from this crisis by investing in our nation, our workers and our families.
Issues:Jobs & Economic Justice
May 6, 2021
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Pelosi Statement Wishing Happy 90th Birthday to Willie Mays
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released this statement wishing San Francisco baseball legend Willie Mays a happy 90th birthday:
"Happy 90th Birthday to an all-American icon, Willie Mays. A trailblazing, record-breaking baseball player, civil rights leader and champion for youth sports and well-being, Willie Mays is a civic legend and national treasure.
May 5, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the progress of applications for the American Rescue Plan's Restaurant Revitalization Fund, a new initiative designed by House Democrats and implemented by President Biden to support small restaurants and bars struggling during the pandemic:
"In just a few short days, the landmark Restaurant Revitalization Fund developed by House Democrats and signed into law as part of the American Rescue Plan has already dra
May 5, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in honor of Cinco de Mayo:
"Cinco de Mayo marks the extraordinary triumph of a small Mexican militia at the Battle of Puebla, defying nearly impossible odds to defend their heritage and homeland from the Imperial French army.
May 5, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Mayor London Breed at the Grand Opening of the Edwin M. Lee Apartments at Mission Bay. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Peace, joy, hope, love, Norman, he's still here, but he's also – we're joined by Malcolm as well. Malcolm Yeung, thank you. Thank you to Chinatown Community Development Center.
The Mayor talked about this taking a village, and I want to follow up on her very apt theme.
May 1, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement in recognition of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:
"During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Americans celebrate our nation's vibrant, diverse AAPI communities and their many contributions to our nation.
May 1, 2021
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San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month:
"Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate our vibrant and cherished Jewish American community.