Press Releases
Reps. Levin, Lawler Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Require On-Site Inspectors at Decommissioning Nuclear Power Plants
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (D-CA-49) and Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) reintroduced the bipartisan Increasing Nuclear Safety Protocols for Extended Canister Transfers (INSPECT) Act, ahead of the seventh anniversary of the August 3, 2018 near-canister drop at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). The bill would increase safety and oversight at decommissioning nuclear power plants by requiring the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to keep a resident inspector at … Continue Reading
July 30, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Michael Meyers as July 2025 Constituent of the Month
Michael Meyers Carlsbad, CA - Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Michael Meyers, a Carlsbad native and founder of North County San Diego’s first local goalball team for the blind and visually impaired, as his July 2025 Constituent of the Month. Michael was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease, during high school and turned his disability into a force for local advocacy. While attending a rehabilitation program in Colorado, he discovered goalball, a team … Continue Reading
July 29, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin, Health Leaders & Patients Expose Devastating Medicaid Cuts That Threaten Access to Health Care
Rep. Levin, health leaders & patients discuss impacts of devastating Medicaid cuts View full press conference here Vista, CA — On the eve of the 60th anniversary of Medicaid becoming law, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49), health leaders, and patients condemned deep Medicaid and health care cuts enacted under the Republican budget law that threaten access to health care services for millions of Americans. The Republican budget will harm seniors, low-income families, and California’s health care … Continue Reading
July 29, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the Humanitarian Situation in Gaza
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza: “I am deeply concerned by reports of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Extreme shortages of food and medicine facing innocent civilians demand that Israel — in coordination with international aid organizations, regional partners, and the United States — continue to increase the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza without disruptions. “I welcome … Continue Reading
July 24, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Introduces Bill to Combat Microfiber Pollution
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced the Fighting Fibers Act, which would direct the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE) to require the installation of a microfiber filtration system on new washing machines to address microfiber pollution and health impacts from clothing. A companion bill in the Senate was introduced by Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon. Scientists estimate millions of tons of microfibers from clothing enter our water systems … Continue Reading
July 17, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Combat Automatic Recurring Campaign Contributions
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49), Nick LaLota (NY-01), Joe Neguse (CO-02), and Jay Obernolte (CA-08) reintroduced the bipartisan Uncheck the Box Act to prevent political campaigns from using pre-checked boxes to solicit recurring contributions. The bipartisan legislation would require political campaigns across the board to receive affirmative consent, without passive action such as failing to uncheck a pre-checked box, for recurring contributions and prohibit a person from … Continue Reading
July 15, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Reintroduce Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill: The Dignity Act
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) joined Reps. Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), along with 17 of their colleagues, to reintroduce a historic, bipartisan immigration bill: the Dignity Act of 2025. After more than two years of negotiation, this bill is an updated compromise agreement that addresses legal status and protections for undocumented immigrants, border security, asylum reform, and visa reform. Watch Rep. Levin’s remarks here. The Dignity Act … Continue Reading
July 03, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Votes “Hell No” on the Big Ugly Bill
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement after voting “Hell No” on the Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill that will kick millions of Americans off their health insurance, cut food assistance, and raise energy prices: “I’ve been saying it for months - this is the worst bill that the House has voted on during my time in Congress. “I’ve made sure my Republican colleagues know exactly what their vote in support of this legislation means. The numbers are dire. … Continue Reading
June 30, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Nani Love as June 2025 Constituent of the Month
Nani Love Vista, CA-Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Nani Love, a case manager and victim’s advocate at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center, as his June 2025 Constituent of the Month. Born and raised on O?ahu, Hawaii, Nani moved to the mainland and volunteered at the Center for two years before joining as full-time staff. She has been recognized for her outstanding work leading the organization’s housing service program, where she has connected countless families to wrap around … Continue Reading
June 27, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement After Congressional Briefing on Iran Strikes
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement after receiving a classified briefing on the U.S. operation targeting Iran’s nuclear program: “While I cannot share the details of today’s classified briefing, it is clear that the U.S. strikes significantly disrupted aspects of Iran’s nuclear program. A nuclear-armed Iran would be a threat to the U.S., our allies, and the world—this strike slowed that path. Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear … Continue Reading
June 27, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Birthright Citizenship Ruling
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. CASA, Inc. that limits nationwide injunctions resulting from President Trump’s Executive Order on birthright citizenship: “Today’s Supreme Court decision sets a dangerous precedent. Nationwide injunctions have been used by courts in cases with profound national implications to protect all Americans from dangerous and illegal actions. Now, Americans will be … Continue Reading
June 27, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Opposes Divisive Resolution on Los Angeles Protests
Washington, D.C.- Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement on his vote in opposition to H.Res. 516: “I opposed Rep. Young Kim’s intentionally divisive resolution this morning. Earlier this month, our state and local law enforcement officers in Los Angeles worked admirably to provide a safe environment so Americans could exercise their First Amendment right to protest. I wholeheartedly condemn those who took advantage of the situation to commit violent acts, and I stand … Continue Reading
June 25, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Reintroduces Bill to Improve Public Engagement on Nuclear Safety & Waste Removal Issues
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Sen. Ed Markey (MA) reintroduced the bicameral NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation (NRC OPEP) Act to establish an Office of Public Engagement and Participation at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The Office would help the public better understand and participate in the decision-making process on nuclear energy issues. Every American should have a say when government agencies make decisions that affect our health and … Continue Reading
June 24, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the Ceasefire Announcement Between Israel and Iran
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran: “I am hopeful that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran will hold — and lead to lasting diplomacy. The world is safer without a nuclear-armed Iran, and preventing that outcome remains a vital U.S. national security interest.“I’m deeply grateful to the brave U.S. service members who carried out this mission and to all those serving in the … Continue Reading
June 21, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the U.S. Strikes on Iran
Carlsbad, CA - Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the U.S. strikes on Iran: “We cannot allow any president to entangle the United States in another deadly and open-ended war without constitutional authority.“Iran must never obtain a nuclear weapon. Our national security and the safety of our allies demand strength, resolve, and clear strategy. But strength in a democracy begins with the Constitution.“Had the president come to Congress, a majority … Continue Reading
June 20, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Access to Affordable Military Housing
Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Jen Kiggans (VA-02) introduced the bipartisan Service Member Housing Relief Act, which would give the Secretary of Defense greater flexibility to respond to cost-of-living spikes in Military Housing Areas (MHAs) nationwide. This would help service members afford to live in San Diego and Orange counties. In recent years, the Secretary of Defense has been temporarily authorized to increase the basic allowance for housing (BAH) where cost of … Continue Reading
June 18, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Spent Nuclear Fuel Ruling
Washington, D.C.-Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in NRC v. Texas, which concerned the temporary storage of spent nuclear fuel: “Today’s Supreme Court ruling on the issue of spent nuclear fuel underscores the need for Congressional action. While I appreciate the Court’s decision to uphold the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s authority to license storage facilities, this decision is not sufficient to advance efforts … Continue Reading
June 13, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on Israel’s Preemptive Strikes on Iranian Nuclear and Military Targets
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement on Israel’s strikes in Iran: “I am closely monitoring the unfolding events in the Middle East after Israel launched preemptive, unilateral strikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets. “The Iranian regime, which sponsors terrorism and represses its own people, must never obtain a nuclear weapon. In recent days, international nuclear regulators declared Iran in violation of its nonproliferation obligations … Continue Reading
June 12, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on Pres. Trump Overturning Clean Air Standards
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement after President Trump signed resolutions to overturn California’s clean air standards: “Southern California used to have nonstop smog alerts. I grew up in the 1980s, when air pollution would often make the mountains in the distance vanish behind a brown haze. That changed because leaders from both parties—Republicans like Reagan and Schwarzenegger, Democrats like Brown and Newsom—stepped up and said: clean air … Continue Reading
June 11, 2025
Rep. Mike Levin Introduces Amendment to Uphold Congress’s Constitutional Authority—House Republicans Stunningly Vote No
Washington, D.C.— Just after midnight, during a House Appropriations Committee meeting, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced a simple amendment to affirm Congress’s exclusive constitutional authority to control federal spending and act as a co-equal branch of government. Stunningly, all 35 House Republicans on the Committee voted against it. By rejecting the amendment, Republicans sided with dramatically expanding executive power—undermining the separation of powers laid out in Article I, … Continue Reading