Press Releases

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) applauded the introduction in the House of the Assault Weapons Ban, of which he is an original cosponsor, to ban assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition feeding devices. Swalwell agreed to cosponsor the bill in December and has been working since then at the request of its House sponsor, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY), to encourage fellow new Members of Congress to lend their support as well.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) is proud to announce that his first Ride with Your Rep event will be held tomorrow, Saturday, January 26th. This bike riding event will give constituents a chance to talk with Swalwell about the critical issues facing the East Bay and the nation while having a fun bike ride through the beautiful Tri-Valley.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) cosponsored H.R. 11, the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act, introduced yesterday by Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI). This bill is essentially the same as the reauthorization that passed the Senate last Congress on a bipartisan basis, but was not considered by the House.

Swalwell released the following statement:

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) was chosen as the Ranking Member on the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology's Subcommittee on Energy by Committee Democrats. The Ranking Member serves as the lead minority party member on a committee, and Swalwell will be one of the few first-term Members in either party to be a Ranking Member on any committee in Congress.

Swalwell released the following statement:

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) joined the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus. This caucus works to protect women's reproductive health rights and reduce the number of unintended pregnancies.

"I am a strong supporter of women's rights and the ability of women to make their own healthcare decisions, and I am proud to join the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus," said Swalwell. "During my public service, I have always worked to protect women's access to full healthcare and family planning, and I will continue to do so as a Member of Congress."

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) has been chosen by Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD) as a Democratic Assistant Whip. "I'm pleased to announce that Rep. Eric Swalwell has been appointed to serve as Assistant Whip in the 113th Congress," said Democratic Whip Hoyer. "Rep. Swalwell, as a new Member of Congress, will bring a fresh perspective to the Whip team. I look forward to working with him to advance the priorities of the American people, including efforts to promote job creation and strengthen the middle class."

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee recommended to the full House Democratic Caucus that Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA) be added to the House Committee on Homeland Security for the 113th Congress. He already serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.