George Whitesides

Rep. George Whitesides Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition SANTA CLARITA, CA – Today, Rep. George Whitesides announced the winners of this year’s Congressional Art Competition, themed “The Future I Want to See.” The following students were selected for their exceptional work:…

Rep. George Whitesides Leads Send-Off Ceremony for 2026 Military Service Academy Appointees LANCASTER, CA This weekend, Rep. George Whitesides celebrated the students across California’s 27th District who received appointments to Military Service Academies and Preparatory Schools with a send-off…

Rep. George Whitesides Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Veteran Scam Victims This bill would create a non-profit organization focused on supporting veterans and their beneficiaries who fall victim to scams WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27), Rep. Jefferson Shreve…

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK AND THE COPS REAUTHORIZATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Page H3470] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

On National Scam Survivor Day, Rep. Whitesides Leads Survivors, Advocates, and Members to Push for Action on Scams WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27) marked National Scam Survivor Day by bringing together survivors who have been personally targeted by fraud, the internet s most…

Rep. Whitesides Introduces National Bill to Restore Full Funding for Local Law Enforcement Hiring Program The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) funding bill has supported hiring for 140,000 officers nationwide. The program has not been fully authorized since 2009. WASHINGTON,…

Rep. Whitesides Introduces Legislation to Protect the Santa Clarita Valley from Mining Impacts WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides introduced the Containing Effects of Mining Extraction (CEMEx) Act, which would address the potential harms caused by large-scale mining operations near…

Rep. Whitesides Leads Roundtable With Local Business Leaders to Highlight Economic Growth in Santa Clarita SANTA CLARITA, CA – This week, Rep. George Whitesides led a business roundtable with BizFed, which represents over 240 businesses across Los Angeles County. Rep. Whitesides heard from local…

Rep. Whitesides Announces Over $1 Million Investment for Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Improvements in Santa Clarita SANTA CLARITA, CA – Yesterday, Representative George Whitesides announced a $1.2 million federal investment into Santa Clarita roads and intersections that he was able to secure in…

HONORING ARTEMIS II Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [House] [Page H3326] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ARTEMIS II…

Reps. Whitesides, Houlahan Demand Pentagon Explain Cybersecurity Capability Gap Created by Anthropic Supply Chain Designation Members urge DoD to re-engage with Anthropic, establish access to AI-powered cybersecurity tools as adversaries close the gap WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George…

Rep. Whitesides Leads Roundtable on Student Mental Health With Antelope Valley Educators and Counselors LANCASTER, CA Yesterday, Rep. George Whitesides joined a roundtable at Lancaster High School with Antelope Valley Union High School District Superintendent Gregory Nehen and local educators,…

Rep. Whitesides Announces $1 Million Federal Investment to Improve Drinking Water Safety in Santa Clarita Valley SANTA CLARITA, CA – Today, Rep. George Whitesides joined members of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency to announce a new federal investment that will remove dangerous PFAS chemicals…

Rep. Whitesides Condemns the President’s Anti-Science Budget Proposal WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman George Whitesides (CA-27) released the following statement in response to the release of the President’s FY27 Budget Request for scientific agencies across the United States: “The President’s…

Rep. Whitesides Honors Santa Clarita in Annual Congressional Hockey Challenge, Raises Money for Charity WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides participated in the annual Congressional Hockey Challenge, which pits federal lawmakers and congressional staff from across the political spectrum…

Rep. Whitesides Leads Robust Funding Effort for Earthquake Safety System WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides led a bipartisan effort to push federal appropriators to fully fund the construction, operation, and maintenance of the nation’s only public Earthquake Early Warning System…

HONORING THE LIFE OF MIKE MELVILL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026)] [House] [Page H2686] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

Rep. Whitesides Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides announced his office is accepting applications for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Each year, high school students from across the country have the opportunity to submit original…

Rep. George Whitesides Urges Safeguards and Oversight Following Reports of Pentagon AI Ultimatum WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman George Whitesides (CA-27), a member of the House Armed Services Committee,sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth following reports that the Pentagon…

Rep. Whitesides’ Bill to Use Advanced Technology on Wildfire Prevention Passes U.S. House The ACERO Act would allow NASA to use aircraft and aviation tech to address wildfire-prone areas WASHINGTON D.C. – This week, Rep. George Whitesides’ bill to use advanced technology in wildfire-prone areas…

Rep. George Whitesides Announces Antelope Valley College President As State of the Union Guest WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27) announced that he will be joined by Dr. Jennifer Zellet, President of Antelope Valley College, at the State of the Union. Dr. Zellet has been the…

ICYMI: Rep. Whitesides Announces $1 Million Federal Investment into Local Law Enforcement at Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station SANTA CLARITA, CA – In case you missed it, this week, Rep. George Whitesides joined the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station to announce key funding with Captain…

WATCH HERE: Rep. George Whitesides Honors Santa Clarita Lady Flyers for Championship Win After Tragic Crash WASHINGTON D.C. – Today on the House Floor, Rep. George Whitesides paid tribute to the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers, a twelve and under girls hockey team involved in a tragic accident last…

SANTA CLARITA LADY FLYERS TRAGEDY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 30 (Thursday, February 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 30 (Thursday, February 12, 2026)] [House] [Page H2190] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

IN MEMORY OF DONALD L. KUEHL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E119] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

STOP THE REPUBLICAN AFFORDABILITY CRISIS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 24 (Tuesday, February 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)] [House] [Pages H1970-H1973] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

WATCH HERE: Rep. George Whitesides Testifies in Support of Veteran Housing Bill View and download the full video here. WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides testified at the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs in support of his new bill to provide greater transparency for veterans…

FIREFIGHTER PROTECTIONS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Page H150] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] FIREFIGHTER…