Judy Chu was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in July 2009. She represents the 27th Congressional District, which includes Pasadena and the west San Gabriel Valley of southern California.
Rep. Chu currently serves on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over legislation pertaining to taxes, revenues, Social Security, and Medicare. In that Committee, Rep. Chu is a member of the Subcommittees on Health, giving her oversight over healthcare reform and crucial safety net programs, Worker and Family Support, and Oversight.
The Los Angeles area is one of the most park poor regions of the country. Too many of our communities – especially low-income communities - lack the resources for residents to walk, jog, bike or picnic in their own neighborhoods. This is why I have fought to bring federal resources to our region to maintain outdoor spaces that can be experienced by residents and visitors.
One of best ways to experience nature in our region is to explore the San Gabriel Mountains, with their forests, streams, and hiking trails. Our mountains attract millions of visitors every year. But, as beautiful as these mountains are, they are in critical need of safe and proper facilities, clean-up efforts, and educational programs for our youth. That is why I have worked with communities, stakeholders, utilities, recreational groups, and others to protect San Gabriel Valley’s natural resources by establishing the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.