20 years ago, our government utterly failed in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. But we learned – Congress reformed FEMA and invested in disaster response.
Now, Trump is taking us backwards – reversing these reforms and gutting FEMA. History will repeat itself if this continues.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|California District 51
Sara Jacobs
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Voting Record — 567
Yes41%
No58%
Present1%
Not Voting0%
Party align98%
Cross-party0%
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Sara Jacobs
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratCalifornia District 51
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Trump and his family have made over $3.4 BILLION while in office.
We’ve never seen profiteering at this scale – not even close.
While costs rise for Americans, Trump is using the White House to rake in as much money for himself as possible.
Trump’s Big Ugly Law killed ACA premium tax credits. Starting next year, premiums will increase by an average 75% – or more.
We’re talking hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars more per month.
People can’t afford Trump's America.
DOGE put hundreds of millions of Americans at risk by being careless with our Social Security data.
While Trump gives giant tax breaks to billionaires, he’ll take away your health care, your food assistance – and he’ll even make it easier for your identity to be stolen.
If you thought Trump’s tariffs couldn’t get worse, think again. This Friday, costs for many shoppers and small businesses are about to go up – again.
Our troops shouldn’t be patrolling American cities. This is exactly what dictators do when they’re trying to control their citizens and suppress opposition.
It’s no wonder Trump is trying to rig the midterm elections, because the American people HATE his signature law. He knows he can’t win a fair fight.
Trump’s military takeover of DC isn’t about addressing crime or helping the city – it’s about seizing power and control.
This type of hateful language is unacceptable. It’s meant to intimidate, silence, and belittle Supervisor Montgomery Steppe and the Black community, but we won’t let it. Hate, racism, and bigotry have no place in San Diego.
I’m heartbroken for the families at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis. Back-to-school season should be something that families look forward to – instead of bringing the dread, fear, and trauma that comes with our country’s school shooting epidemic. This needs to end.
The Trump Administration has denied Kilmar Abrego Garcia his full rights to due process again and again, and now he could be disappeared to Uganda.
No one deserves to have their rights violated.
And right now, no one's rights are safe.
I visited National University to tour their co-learning space for parents and their children. Having access to resources like affordable child care is so critical, especially for working and military parents pursuing higher education.
My approach to policymaking has always focused on listening first. I was so grateful to meet with local leaders and parents this week to hear about their experiences accessing child care and ask how we can improve the system for everyone.
I met with Jenny Black, CEO of Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest, to discuss the impacts of Trump’s Big Ugly Bill – which effectively defunded Planned Parenthood.
Basic care for over 1 million people is under threat. I'm focused on finding ways to fight back.
It was so fun to join the MCRD library for storytime! Supporting military families and finding ways to improve quality of life is a big priority (and spending time with kids is always a highlight!).
Trump’s tariffs might sound abstract, but here are some specific things we’ll all pay more for thanks to increased import taxes on aluminum/steel:
- baby strollers
- utensils and cutlery
- fire extinguishers
Just a reminder that about half of families in America can’t afford a $1,000 emergency – but Trump’s tariffs are likely to cost the average family $2,400 this year.
That means these tariffs could push people out of their homes and into poverty.
Between Trump’s tariff war driving up prices and Republicans’ budget that slashed food assistance (including free and reduced school lunches), families will be stretched even thinner and more kids will go hungry as they head back to school.
I visited SDG&E’s Wildfire and Climate Resilience Center to learn about their work to better mitigate wildfires and improve grid safety. As climate change makes our fire seasons hotter, drier, and longer, it’s critical that we do everything we can to protect our community.
Trump’s Big Ugly Bill will force cuts from school-based health services for low-income students, including health screenings for learning disabilities.
Building healthier, stronger communities starts by supporting every kid. Trump is doing the opposite.
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Voting History567 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
567 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-16 | H.R. 30 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-16 | H.R. 30 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 33 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 144 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 164 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 28 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 28 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 153 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 152 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-13 | H.R. 192 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-09 | H.R. 23 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-07 | H.R. 29 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | Motion to Commit with Instructions | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | — | Election of the Speaker | NOT_VOTING | — | — | Johnson (LA) |
| 2025-01-03 | — | Call by States | PRESENT | — | — | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.
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