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On Thursday, April 4, Congressman Steven Horsford delivered a speech urging the U.S. House Of Representatives to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

I will be speaking with healthcare advocates about the skyrocketing costs of prescription drugs, particularly in light of new attacks on the Affordable Care Act. During a roundtable discussion, we will focus on the significant financial burden faced by Nevadans when it comes to purchasing necessary medications.

Any attempt by this administration to defund or sabotage the Affordable Care Act is simply wrong, and I am determined to fight against it every step of the way. First and foremost, it protects individuals with pre-existing conditions, ensuring that they have access to the healthcare they need.

For 57 years, the Caliente Youth Center has been assisting at-risk youth in positively changing their life course. Congressman had the chance to share his story with the young girls and remind them that there is always hope.

The people of Nevada have made it clear that they do not want the Yucca Mountain project, and even the President himself acknowledged this during a visit to our state in October 2018. However, despite the wishes of Nevadans, the President's budget proposal includes an allocation of $160 million to restart the licensing process for the Yucca Mountain project.

Steven Horsford demands answers about the President’s proposal to spend $116 million restarting licensing for the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Repository. Congressman Horsford questioned Acting Office of Management Director Russell Vought about the request given the President’s claim in October that he was “inclined to be against” the Yucca Mountain project.

As the representative of Nevada's fourth congressional district, I proudly support the Natural Resources Management Act. This important bill permanently reauthorizes the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which has provided $40 million for local parks in Nevada and an additional $60 million for our public lands.

In my district, one of the pressing challenges we face is the state of medical care within the VA system. Our relatively new VA hospital plays a crucial role in meeting the healthcare needs of our veterans, but it requires immediate attention and support. Currently, there are over 400 vacancies within the hospital, resulting in prolonged wait times for veterans seeking care.

As one of the 535 people at the US Capitol, I understand the importance of signing off on the spending deal to prevent another government shutdown. While the legislation may not be perfect, it fulfills the critical task of funding our government through the rest of the fiscal year.