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Jobs & The Economy

We need to continue the post-recession economic recovery started under President Obama’s administration. While unemployment is at its lowest level since the Recession of 2008, we must continue to work so that the recovery touches everyone. I will fight for economic policies that strengthen California’s working class.

Americans have struggled with stagnant or falling wages for decades. I am a strong supporter of equal pay provisions and a staunch defender of worker’s rights. I will continue to advocate for a pro-labor agenda, including raising the minimum wage to $15.00 per hour and ensuring Davis-Bacon Act protections remain in place.

Eighty percent of all international trade passes through our nation’s ports. Trade is incredibly important to our region and our local economy. But for too long trade deals have benefited big business at the expense of U.S. workers and our environment. I will fight to ensure that trade agreements are transparent and reflect our national priorities. We need agreements that benefit working families, raise wages, and keep good paying jobs here at home, as well as provide environmental safeguards and health protections.

May 27, 2020

Barragán Introduces Climate Smart Ports Act to Improve Air Quality and Create Good Jobs in Port Communities Across America

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Congresswoman Barragan smiles for the camera

April 30, 2020

La Opinión: Nanette Barragán: “Presionamos por un segundo paquete de estímulos más amplio”

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April 23, 2020

Statement on Passage of Interim Emergency Coronavirus Relief Package

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Congresswoman Barragan speaking in a congressional hearing

April 22, 2020

The Hill: The next stimulus bill will help save our economy — it should transform it, too (Opinion)

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December 23, 2019

Barragán: U.S.-Mexico Trade Agreement Falls Short on Climate Change

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February 27, 2018

Rep.Barragán Introduces Legislation To Require Sexual Harassment Training For Federal Contractors

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December 20, 2017

Rep. Barragan Statement On The House Passage Of The GOP Tax Scam Bill

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December 14, 2017

Rep. Barragan Statement On The FCC’s Decision To End Net Neutrality

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December 4, 2017

Rep. Barragán Statement on House Vote to Send Tax Bill to Conference with the Senate

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November 6, 2017

Rep. Barragán on the House Floor Talks About the Gop Tax Plan

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