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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, Twitter, Youtube and Instagram.
Delivering for CA-40 is my top priority.
In Congress, I secured resources through the FY24 appropriations packages for vital projects in CA-40 that protect public health, support law enforcement, and keep our communities safe.
I caught up with Lake Forest entrepreneurs at the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Lunch about my work to promote financial literacy opportunities, improve access to capital for small businesses and protect public safety.
I joined the Julie Mason Show this week to talk about my bipartisan work in Congress. I’m thrilled to be named a “Common Ground Champion” by the Common Ground Committee for my commitment and record of breaking through the partisan gridlock and getting things done, and I’m proud I have the highest score of any elected official in California.
I've gotten more than 30 bills out of the House and 15 signed into law in less than 4 years. While I will never compromise my principles, I'll always do what is right for CA-40 and have shown that I am willing to find common ground.
This month is Financial Literacy Month! One's zip code should not determine one's access to the American dream. As Financial Literacy and Wealth Creation Caucus co-chair, I’m committed to equipping all Americans with the tools to take control of their finances and their futures.
Team Young welcomed South Coast Ice to Orange and Soul Aloe to Lake Forest! In Congress, I’m fighting to expand access to capital for entrepreneurs to make their American dream a reality.
This week, I met with the Yorba Linda Water District to discuss their work to improve groundwater resources to decrease reliance on imported water for our local water supply. I look forward to our continued work to ensure clean water access for CA-40!
I'm praying for the safety of the resilient people of Taiwan and our Indo-Pacific allies and partners following the Taiwan Earthquake. I look forward to working with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in L.A., and our Taiwanese American community to ensure a strong recovery.
Inviting all CA-40 young artists! The 2024 Congressional Art Competition is now open through Monday, April 22, 2024.
My office is seeing an increase in casework requests related to cybercrimes. As we see hackers use sophisticated tactics to take your personal information, please remain vigilant and be careful of suspicious links, calls, and messages. If something seems suspect, trust your instinct and do not click.
My team and I are here to serve you.
Need help with cutting through red tape with a federal agency, like Social Security or the Small Business Administration?
In addition to our offices in Anaheim Hills and Mission Viejo, please don’t hesitate to stop by our mobile office hours:
- Chino Hills Mobile Office Hours every Wednesday from 9AM-1PM at the City Clerk’s Office- 14000 City Center Drive, 2nd floor, Chino Hills
- Laguna Woods Mobile Office Hours the third Thursday of each month from 9AM-1PM at Laguna Woods City Hall- 24264 El Toro Road Laguna Woods, CA
- El Modena Mobile Office Hours first the Thursday of each month from 10AM-2PM at El Modena Branch Library-380 S Hewes Street Orange, CA.
To receive in-person assistance from my team on any casework you need help on. As always, you can call my office at (714) 984-2440 or (949) 268-6706 or visit my website at youngkim.house.gov.
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Are you traveling planning travel for this year? Stop what you’re doing and check your passport!
Processing times are now 6-8 weeks (routine) or 2-3 weeks (expedited, not incl. shipping). Start your renewal or application at travel.state.gov/passport.
Passport processing times are the fastest they’ve been since March 2020. Take advantage and apply or renew now so that you’re ready for international travel in the new year.
Travel Tip -- Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your departure. Look up your destination’s entry requirements at travel.state.gov/destination and check your passport expiration date before booking flights.
Travelers are encouraged to wait to book international travel until a valid passport is physically in hand, apply for a new or renewed passport 9 months prior to travel, and ensure that their passport doesn’t expire within 6 months of their international travel dates.
If your pending application was filed with routine service and you have upcoming travel, you may benefit from upgrading to expedited service. Please dial (877) 487-2778 to upgrade to expedited service and shipping.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to my office if we can assist you in any way at (714) 984-2440.
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution as tensions around the world increase the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.
U.S. citizens should:
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive information and alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency overseas.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter and visit travel.state.gov.
If you are traveling abroad or are abroad please check the destination warning levels travel.state.gov, and be sure to register for the STEP program even if you are abroad. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office at my website or at (714) 984-2440 if you have any questions or need assistance.
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I am thrilled that Team Young has helped return over $23 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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