West Contra Costa News

Mark DeSaulnier, a U.S. Congressman representing California's 10th district, shared several updates through his social media posts on November 19 and 20, 2024. These posts highlighted his involvement in educational initiatives, provided important weather warnings for the Bay Area, and recognized his efforts in supporting individuals with disabilities.

On November 19, DeSaulnier posted about participating in Family Day alongside Tom Torlakson and Tony Thurmond. He mentioned that students had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with jobs in the building trades and learn about apprenticeships. DeSaulnier expressed his commitment to supporting such opportunities as part of his role on the Education and Workforce Committee: "I joined @TomTorlakson & @TonyThurmond at Family Day where students got hands-on experience with jobs in the building trades & learned about apprenticeships. On @EdWorkforceDems, I'm committed to supporting these opportunities to empower the next generation of tradespeople."

Later that day, he issued a warning regarding an impending weather event predicted by the National Weather Service. He advised residents of the Bay Area to prepare for potential power outages and flash flooding due to a powerful atmospheric river expected midweek: "The National Weather Service is predicting a powerful atmospheric river will hit the Bay Area midweek – ensure you’re prepared for potential power outages and flash flooding."

On November 20, DeSaulnier highlighted his ongoing efforts in Congress to support people with disabilities. He noted being honored by CureSMA for his work towards making transportation more accessible and ensuring educators provide effective accommodations for students with disabilities: "Since coming to Congress, I’ve been working tirelessly to support people with disabilities. I was honored to be recognized by @CureSMA for my work to make transportation more accessible and to ensure educators offer effective accommodations for students with disabilities."