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Welcome to Catch Up With Young Kim, my weekly e-newsletter to get you the latest on my work for you in Congress.
My team and I are here to serve you. If you ever need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office. I also encourage you to receive real-time updates on my work for you in Congress by following me on Facebook, , Youtube and Instagram.
Yesterday, I led a moment of silence on the House floor with my California colleagues in memory of the victims of the Cook's Corner shooting and in solidarity with our Trabuco Canyon community.
As our community mourns and picks up the pieces, we also know we are stronger together.
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I enjoyed catching up with Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County in my DC office this week to discuss the Farm Bill and their important work to address food insecurity and ensure that no Orange County family goes hungry.
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Team Young was honored to travel around CA-40 on September 11 to remember those lives lost 22 years ago and honor our first responders who raced into harms way to help save lives.
We will Never Forget!
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Team Young caught up with the Tustin Police Department at their 26th Annual Open House. This event is a great way for the community to meet local law enforcement officers and learn about the work they do to keep our community safe.
I am proud to support our police in Congress and always will.
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Thank you, Orange County Business Council, for hosting the 2023 First Responders Dinner to recognize our courageous first responders and frontline workers who protect and serve CA-40 residents daily. Their commitment to keeping our community safe is unmatched!
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As Chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Indo-Pacific Subcommittee, I enjoyed meeting with the President of the Republic of Palau Surangel Whipps, Jr. to discuss strengthening our partnership, deterring the CCP’s aggression, and promoting free trade between our two nations.
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Shana Tova!
Wishing a happy Rosh Hashanah to our Jewish community in CA-40, across the nation, and around the world. May your new year be filled with health, happiness, and success, and may your spirit be uplifted with peace.
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I enjoyed meeting with Michael Chong, Canadian Member of Parliament who’s targeted by the Chinese Communist Party for speaking out in support of Uyghurs, to discuss supporting Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities subject to gross human rights abuses by the CCP. As House Foreign Affairs Indo-Pacific Subcommittee Chairwoman, I'll keep fighting to Stop Uyghur Genocide and hold the CCP accountable.
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Touching tribute in Rancho Santa Margarita honoring those who lost their lives on September 11th and our service members who gave everything answering the call to protect our freedoms in the fight against terrorism.
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Team Young joined the City of Orange to recognize Providence St. Joseph CEO Jeremy Zoch, Ph.D., and present him and his wife with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol. Under his leadership, Providence St. Joseph has grown in size, talent, and innovation to become a world-class healthcare leader.
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Beautiful Patriot Day tribute in Corona hosted by the Corona Chamber as we reflect on 22 years since September 11 and honor those who lost their lives that day. We will Never Forget.
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Team Young was honored to recognize Yorba Linda resident and Purple Heart recipient Specialist Larry Cruz for his bravery and service in Vietnam. Thank you, Specialist Cruz, for your service and commitment to our nation. We salute you!
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Congratulations to City of Hope OC on a beautiful “topping off” celebration for their specialty cancer hospital, opening in 2025. City of Hope continues to provide advanced cancer care to so many patients and their families in Orange County.
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Our Yorba Linda community came together at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum to remember September 11 and hear from Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Robert Cordobes who participated in the rescue efforts following 9/11. We will Never Forget.
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This week marks the anniversary of the tragic killing of Mahsa Amini and start of the Iran Protests.
The House passed the bipartisan MAHSA Act to support the Iranian people's demand for basic human rights and reaffirm our commitment to holding the Iranian regime accountable.
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Keep up the good work, ladies!
Congrats to the 2023 CA Girls State delegates from Orange County, Post 281 of the American Legion Auxiliary on your hard work and dedication to the community. There’s no limit to your success, and I know your futures are bright.
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CA-40 Veterans: Don’t forget that the PACT Act is giving veterans who served in combat zones a special opportunity to directly enroll in VA health care by midnight on 9/30. Sign up before the deadline here:
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
I hope you’ll join me as we celebrate the many amazing Hispanic Americans who are an integral part of our communities in CA-40 and across the nation.
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This POW MIA RecognitionDay, join me as we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by our brave servicemembers who were prisoners of war or are still missing in action.
Today and always, my prayers are with them and their loved ones.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month.
You are not alone. If you or someone you know needs someone to talk to, you can call, text, or chat 988 day or night—24/7 or text. Call 211 if you’re in Orange County.
As we head into the fall and kids head back to school, I want to know what priorities matter most to you and how I can best serve you in Congress.
Take 30 seconds and fill out my Fall 2023 Priorities survey below.
This month is Passport Awareness Month and we hope to ensure that all travelers are as prepared for international travel in 2024 as possible. We encourage constituents to check their passport's expiration date and apply for a new or renewal passport 9 months prior to travel.
Also we recommend having your passport in hand before booking international travel. Many countries require six months of passport validity to enter, so we recommend applying 6-9 months ahead of expiration date or travel. Learn more about your destination at travel.state.gov/destination.
Due to an unprecedented volume, appointment availability is limited nationwide. Processing times are estimates and do not include mailing and internal routing process which can add up to two weeks.
If your pending application was filed with routine service, and you have upcoming travel, it may be in your best interest to upgrade to expedited service. Please dial (877) 487-2778 to upgrade to expedited service and shipping.
If you need any assistance, please call my office at (714) 984-2440 or submit a casework request.
I am thrilled that Team Young has helped return over $22 million back to taxpayers from federal agencies.
If you need help with a federal agency, please reach out to my office. We’re here to serve you always.
Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Young Kim
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