Press Releases
Rep. Mike Levin Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Free and Reduced-Price School Meals for Military
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07) reintroduced the bipartisan Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act, H.R. 7259, to remove the basic allowance for housing (BAH) from the calculation of income for eligibility in free and reduced-price school meal programs. Many military families are denied federal food assistance because, under current law, a service member’s housing allowance is counted as income. BAH can put military families over the … Continue Reading
January 28, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on Department of Energy’s Announcement on Nuclear Waste and Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the Department of Energy’s Request for Information inviting states to weigh in on hosting Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses: “The Department of Energy is taking a meaningful and long-overdue step forward on spent nuclear fuel by inviting states to weigh in on hosting Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses. For interested states, these campuses could deliver significant economic and job-creation … Continue Reading
January 22, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Votes No on 2026 Homeland Security Funding Bill Over Failure to Rein in ICE
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement on his vote against the Fiscal Year 2026 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill due to the exclusion of guardrails on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from the legislation: “Congress cannot continue writing blank checks to any federal agency that fails to meet basic standards of accountability, transparency, and respect for constitutional rights. “I want to be clear at the outset: the vast … Continue Reading
January 15, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Advances over $100 Million to Address Spent Nuclear Fuel Nationwide, Including at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) advanced over $100 million to address spent nuclear fuel across the country, including at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS), in the government funding package that passed the House and Senate. The legislation now heads to the President’s desk for signature. The funds will be used to develop the infrastructure needed to safely transport and manage waste, work with communities to identify a suitable new site, and support research … Continue Reading
January 15, 2026
Rep. Levin & Rep. Pfluger Urge Department of Energy to Make Changes to National Spent Nuclear Fuel Policy
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Rep. August Pfluger (TX- 11) announced they sent a bipartisan letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright urging him to establish a safe, effective, and long-term management program for spent nuclear fuel. The letter was sent ahead of DOE’s anticipated release of a new report that will recommend an updated national policy on spent nuclear fuel. “As DOE develops a recommended national policy on spent nuclear fuel and … Continue Reading
January 14, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Introduces New Bill to Stop Data Centers from Driving Up Electricity Prices for Consumers
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) introduced the Stopping Hikes In Electricity from Large Load Demands (SHIELD) Act, a new bill to protect families and small businesses from rising electricity bills driven by the explosive growth of data centers nationwide and other large energy users. The SHIELD Act would update federal utility policy to ensure that massive electricity users, rather than everyday ratepayers, bear the costs of the grid … Continue Reading
January 13, 2026
Rep. Levin & Sen. Merkley Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Reimbursing Oil Companies in Venezuela
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced the Protecting Taxpayers from Risky Investments in Venezuela Act to prevent American taxpayer dollars from being used to rebuild Venezuela’s oil infrastructure without Congressional approval. Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley introduced the Senate companion of this bill. Following the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, President Trump stated that the United States would “run” Venezuela’s oil sector and potentially “reimburse” U.S. oil … Continue Reading
January 08, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Advances $26 Million for San Luis Rey River Project
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) advanced $26 million for the San Luis Rey River project in the government funding package that passed the House on a bipartisan vote. The funds will be used to increase flood protection for Oceanside residents by repairing the San Luis Rey River levee system and removing sediment in the river channel. For years, Oceanside’s flood protection system has been deteriorating and neglected, threatening public safety. This funding will mitigate risks … Continue Reading
January 07, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin to Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Being Used by Oil Companies in Venezuela
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced that he plans to introduce new legislation in the coming weeks that would prevent American taxpayer dollars from being used to rebuild Venezuela’s oil infrastructure for the benefit of Big Oil companies. Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley will pursue the Senate companion of this bill. Following the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, President Trump stated that oil companies would go into Venezuela to build out oil production infrastructure … Continue Reading
January 03, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on U.S. Military Operations in Venezuela
Carlsbad, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement regarding the U.S. military operations in Venezuela and the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro: “Nicolas Maduro was an illegitimate authoritarian ruler who dismantled Venezuela’s democratic institutions and presided over repression, corruption, and economic collapse. Millions of Venezuelans have paid the price, and their country is better off without him. But that reality does not relieve the Trump … Continue Reading
December 26, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Rev. Jason Coker and Rev. Jenell Coker of Oceanside as December 2025 Co-Constituents of the Month
Oceanside, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Rev. Jason Coker and Rev. Jenell Coker, co-lead pastors of The Oceanside Sanctuary, as his December 2025 Co-Constituents of the Month. Through their tireless leadership, The Oceanside Sanctuary, one of the oldest churches in North County San Diego, provides critical support to vulnerable neighbors who are hungry, unhoused, or struggling, while expressing the grace and goodness of God to anyone in need. In addition, Rev. Jason Coker and … Continue Reading
December 23, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge Winner
The Icon for Heart Angel, the Winner of Rep. Levin’s Congressional App Challenge Oceanside, CA— Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced Catherine Wang as the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 49th Congressional District. The local high school student created Heart Angel, an innovative CPR training and emergency response app designed to guide users through performing life-saving techniques. Catherine was inspired to create this app by her deeply personal … Continue Reading
December 18, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Bipartisan TIER Act Signed into Law
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced that his bipartisan bill, the Transition Improvement by Estimating Risk (TIER) Act of 2025, was signed into law by President Trump as part of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This is Rep. Levin’s 35th bipartisan bill to become law. The TIER Act will help target resources for service members to successfully transition back into civilian life. “My bipartisan bill, the TIER Act, is now law and will ensure service … Continue Reading
December 10, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Votes in Favor of the 2026 National Defense Bill
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) voted to pass the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a pay raise for service members, funding for new military construction projects, and increases child care financial assistance. Following Rep. Levin’s advocacy, it delivers $90.04 million in new construction funding to Camp Pendleton. The NDAA also includes Rep. Levin’s bill, H.R. 6097, the TIER Act of 2025, which assists service members with the … Continue Reading
December 04, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Reintroduces Legislation to Lower Health Care Premiums for Households Enrolled in both Medicare and Affordable Care Act Plans
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Linda Sanchez (CA-38) reintroduced the Health Insurance Premium Fairness Act, to help lower health care insurance premiums for households enrolled in both Medicare and Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. This bill would close a loophole in the ACA that raises health premium costs for married couples when one spouse ages into Medicare and the other remains on an ACA marketplace plan. The ACA premium tax credits cap premiums based on household … Continue Reading
November 26, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Mel Vernon as November 2025 Constituent of the Month
Rep. Levin & Mel Vernon Oceanside, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Mel Vernon, Captain of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians, author, professional musician, and esteemed public speaker and educator, as his November 2025 Constituent of the Month. For more than 15 years, Mel has worked with Southern California teachers and educators, emphasizing the history, culture, and folklore of the Luiseño people through various mediums. He has authored multiple stories, including … Continue Reading
November 25, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin & Bipartisan Coalition Oppose Trump Administration’s Offshore Drilling Plans
Watch full press conference here Solana Beach, CA - Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) was joined by a bipartisan coalition of officials including, Solana Beach Mayor Lesa Heebner, State Senator Catherine Blakespear, Assemblymember Laurie Davies, Assemblymember Tasha Boerner, and environmental groups Oceana and Surfrider, to oppose and sound the alarm on the Trump Administration’s new offshore drilling plans for Southern California’s coast. The proposals include as many as 34 offshore lease … Continue Reading
November 20, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Criticizes the Trump Administration’s Announcement to Allow More Offshore Drilling in California
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released a statement following the Trump Administration’s announcement to allow more drilling off the coast of Southern California under its new five-year leasing plan: “Let me be clear: drilling off the Southern California coast must be banned entirely. It puts coastal communities at risk of toxic oil spills that decimate coastal economies, threaten human health, harm marine life, and put critical wildlife habitat at risk. “The communities I … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
NEWS: Rep. Mike Levin Votes Against Legislation to Drive Up Health Insurance Costs
Washington D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement after he voted against the Senate’s funding deal that fails to extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits: “I want the government to open, but I refuse to support legislation that will jeopardize the health care of 660,000 Californians. “As I voted against the Senate deal tonight, I thought of the retired 62-year-old teacher in my district who will have to take Social Security early because of the … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
WATCH: Rep. Mike Levin Slams Senate Vote on Bad Funding Deal and Warns of Skyrocketing Health Insurance Costs on CNN
Washington, D.C.—Yesterday, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) joined CNN’s Laura Coates Live to slam the Senate passage of bad funding deal that fails to address the rising health care premiums costs for millions of Americans, warn of the skyrocketing health care premium prices if Republicans failed to act on expiring health care premiums, and call out House Republicans for taking a seven-week vacation instead of negotiating a bipartisan deal to reopen the government. Levin has vehemently opposed any … Continue Reading