Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Committee on Financial Services and a former Head Start teacher, introduced the Head Start Shutdown Protection Act in the House of Representatives today.
LOS ANGELES, CA – Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee and South Bay representative, released the following statement today, in response to the recent explosion and fire at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo:
“I am relieved that the explosion and fire at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo was effectively contained, and I am grateful that there were no reported casualties. I commend all of the firefighters and first responders who were involved in responding to this emergency.
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), issued the following statement in response to the Trump Justice Department’s indictment of former FBI Director, James Comey.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued the following statement in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15:
“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time we proudly celebrate the culture, history, and invaluable contributions of Hispanics in Los Angeles and across the United States. From building our economy to shaping our arts, labor, and civic life, the Hispanic community has been central to the progress of California and our nation.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Committee on Financial Services, as part of her ongoing HIV/AIDS policy advocacy, introduced the HIV Prevention Now Act (H.R.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) released the following statement in response to Donald Trump’s decision to invoke Section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act of 1973 to seize control of the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, DC.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Committee on Financial Services, introduced the Medicaid Breast Cancer Access to Treatment Act (H.R.4543) and the

LOS ANGELES – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement on the fifth anniversary of the passing of her dear friend and civil rights icon, Congressman John Lewis:
“Five years ago today, we lost a national treasure, my dear friend and colleague of nearly three decades, Congressman John Robert Lewis. There will never be another like him.

Los Angeles, CA – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee, joined thousands of residents in Torrance to celebrate the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation’s 30th Anniversary.

Los Angeles, CA – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee, delivered a keynote speech at the Consolidated Board of Realtists’ Annual Home Ownership Made Easy (H.O.M.E.) Fair.