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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.
57 babies are born still every day. This week, on Stillbirth Prevention Day, I joined advocates from around the country to commit to spreading awareness, changing these statistics, and saving lives. I’m leading the bipartisan, bicameral SHINE for Autumn Act to help do exactly that and provide resources to moms, moms-to-be, and babies.
I led a bipartisan group of colleagues to the South China Sea last month to see the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)'s tactics firsthand.
As Indo-Pacific Subcommittee Chairwoman, I'm working to promote U.S. strength and support our allies and partners against CCP aggression. Read more in my latest oped for Fox News.
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Loved meeting Raquel Brunner and her sons from Mission Viejo this week in my DC office and learn about their family business in CA-40. I always look forward to constituents stopping by my office!
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This week, Team Young enjoyed insightful conversations on the value, contributions, and future of Latino Entrepreneurship hosted by OC Forum during Hispanic Heritage Month. Thank you to Jennifer Garcia from Latino Business Action Network for moderating and our panelists representing Wells Fargo, AG Tools Inc., and the OC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to share the secrets of success!
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The Biden administration bypassing Congress for fruitless meetings with Beijing does not advance our interests or protect our national security.
As Indo-Pacific Subcommittee Chairwoman, I’m ensuring America leads with strength and stands up to China.
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Team Young joined Tustin Unified School District and Tustin Public Schools Foundation at this year’s 2023 Celebration of Schools. From touring the impressive new Career Technical Education classrooms at Beckman High School to listening directly from TUSD Superintendent Dr. Mark Johnson and TPSF President Sona Shah, the future is bright for all Tustinites!
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Great to catch up with Team USA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic athletes, and representatives from LA28 in DC this week. I can’t wait to welcome the world to CA for the 2028 games and look forward to cheering on Team USA as they go for the gold!
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Honored to catch up with fellow moms and grandmas from across the nation in DC with Mom Congress. As Maternity Care Caucus Co-Chair, I’m working to improve maternal health and maternal mental health care, and grow our nurse workforce, so moms can access top-notch care.
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Congratulations to Anaheim Police Department Chief Rick Armendariz on your swearing-in and thank you for your dedication to protecting public safety in Anaheim. I look forward to working with you and am grateful for your leadership!
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Substance use and mental health disorders touch every family. I’m proud to join as Congress Goes Purple to spread awareness about National Recovery Month, support Americans on the road to recovery, and save lives.
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Welcome to Aliso Viejo, Webb’s Grainworks! What an awesome tribute to the vintage car warehouse owned by Jeremy Webb’s father that used to be here. If you’re in the neighborhood, be sure to check out this iconic spot!
Electrified Adventures is now open in Orange! Team Young enjoyed helping welcome them to CA-40. Be sure to check out their electric bike shop and all the adventures they provide!
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Thank you Juvenile Products Manufacturers Associations for hosting an important event this week during Baby Safety Month to showcase baby safety products and help educate moms and families on safety tips for their infants. I will continue to work as Maternity Caucus Co-Chair to support moms and improve maternal health care.
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Congratulations to Orange High School on their “topping off” ceremony of the new administrative building on campus. I look forward to seeing all this new building offers students!
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Team Young enjoyed the Polish Harvest Festival at Yorba Linda Polish Center in Yorba Linda. From Polish foods and drinks to art activities and church tours, this event was a great way to celebrate the Polish community in CA-40.
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Welcome to Mission Viejo, I Can Academy OC! I applaud your work to help students unlock their full potential and “Learn. Grow. Soar” through personalized tutoring services.
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Awesome to see the Conagen team in DC from RSM at the SynBioBeta biotech showcase. Some life-changing innovation is happening right here in CA-40 and across the country!
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Please be advised that repaving work will be done in phases and scheduled during weekday nighttime hours to limit impact. During this work, the northbound 241 Toll Road will remain open. Fire, police, and ambulance services will have access for emergency response, if needed. Pavement work on the Loma Ridge segment will commence on southbound 241 with weekly nighttime closures for several weeks. Crews will then shift to the northbound 241 for additional paving operations in mid-October. Following completion of work at Loma Ridge, crews will mobilize at the Windy Ridge segment in spring 2024.
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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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Wishing for an easy, meaningful fast for all who are observing Yom Kippur. G'mar Chatima Tova.
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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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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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