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For nearly two decades, Congresswoman Doris Matsui has represented the Sacramento region as a champion for clean energy, health care and technology. The district is centered in Sacramento and includes Elk Grove, West Sacramento, Wilton and Rancho Murieta. Notably, also located in District 7 is the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. In Congress, Matsui has prioritized the issue of flood control and helped secure $4 billion in investments in local flood protections. “Sacramento likes results, and it’s my job to deliver,” the congresswoman said.

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Gillian Brassil – Sacramento Bee-Feb 5, 2024

Longtime Rep. Doris Matsui, D-Sacramento, has three challengers in the March 5 primary for California’s 7th Congressional District. The 7th covers southern Sacramento County — including downtown Sacramento and Elk Grove — and bits of Solano and Yolo counties, including West Sacramento. The top two vote-getters will advance from the March 5 primary to the Nov. 5 general election.

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The Sacramento Observer-Jan 29, 2024

As Harris stepped off of Air Force Two, she was met with a flurry of activity. Lt. Gov Eleni Kounalakis, currently acting governor while Gavin Newsom campaigns for Biden, was one of the first to welcome Harris to the city. Rep. Doris Matsui, Attorney General Rob Bonta, and Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg also joined in on the reception, eager to show their support for the vice president.

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Emily Hamman-Business Journal-Jan 25, 2024

The new South Sacramento facility has the potential to double the number of patients the health clinic sees, from 12,000 to…

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By Equality California – October 30, 2023

Equality California announced new 2024 endorsements for the following members of Congress, including Congressional District 7: Doris Matsui

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9/17/2023 

“WASHINGTON – Rep. Doris Matsui (D-Sacramento) on Sept. 14 delivered the following remarks on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 1435.H.R. 1435 would direct the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator to block California from implementing state-level vehicle emission standards under the Clean Air Act.”

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By Teralyn Whipple-Broadband Breakfast-August 11, 2023

“The CHIPS Act has only been law for one year, but it has already laid the foundation for a more dynamic economy and durable national security,” added Representative Doris Matsui, D-Calif., in a statement. “Innovation has always been the backbone of America’s economic edge – but we needed bold investments to reclaim our global leadership. Bottom line: the CHIPS Act is working.” 

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By Jeff Wilser – Comstock’s Magazine – July 28, 2023

Think CEOs have crazy schedules? Try being a member of Congress. The most carefully planned itinerary can be scrambled — or even scuttled — thanks to a call from the White House, an emergency vote, or urgent negotiations across the aisle.

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Nancy Vu-Politico-Feb 16, 2023

In a statement from Schiff’s campaign team, California Democratic Reps. Doris Matsui, Mark Takano, and Kevin Mullin are backing Schiff for his run to replace retiring Sen. Dianne Feinstein.

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U.S. Rep. Doris Matsui, D-Sacramento, and Max Semenenko are less than two months away from the November election, which will determine which of these candidates will represent Congressional District 7.

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