{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["http://cook.house.gov/media-center/newsletter/weekly-newsletter-november-26", "Weekly Newsletter, November 26", "2013-11-26", "2013", "2013-11", "Republican", "House", "CA", "Paul Cook", "C001094", "cook.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "A Special Thanksgiving Message  Thanksgiving is a day when we take time out of our busy lives to gather with family, friends, and neighbors. We remember all that we\u2019re thankful for and enjoy the time we\u2019re able to spend with loved ones. We reflect on all the accomplishments and challenges from the past year and think about what next the year may hold for us.\u00a0 As I gather with my friends and family this Thanksgiving, I\u2019ll be thankful for having the privilege of representing California\u2019s 8th District in Congress. I constantly keep in my thoughts and prayers all the service men and women who are not home this holiday season. They\u2019re serving our nation far away from their families and in harm\u2019s way. For them and for their sacrifices, we are especially grateful. I\u2019ll continue my work to protect our freedoms and to ensure that our children and grandchildren inherit a stronger more prosperous nation. I wish you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Natural Gas Pipeline Permitting Reform Act   Congressman Cook voted last week to enhance America's energy security. HR 1900 passed by a bipartisan majority of 252-165. It will help expand energy exploration and lower energy costs for California\u2019s 8th District. The vote speeds up the federal review process for applications to build new natural gas pipelines, just like the Keystone Pipeline.  Native American Code Talkers  On November 20, Congressman Cook attended the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring Native American code talkers. During World Wars I and II, Native American code talkers played a critical role in outsmarting the enemy by transmitting tactical messages in their tribal languages. An estimated 400 code talkers served in the two wars, according to the Department of Defense. Congressman Cook was privileged to watch these heroes being honored in the Capitol. Congressman Cook attends the ceremony.Thanksgiving Veterans Corner  Basic necessities and supplies for meals are distributed by the High Desert Veteran\u2019s Center for Veterans. The Veteran\u2019s Center is closed this Thursday for Thanksgiving but will reopen on Friday. The High Desert Veteran\u2019s Center is located at 15095 Amargosa Rd, Suite 107, Victorville, CA 92394 and may be reached by calling 760-261-5925For information please visit https://www2.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=5908 Veterans Holiday Tribute  Silverado High School is teaming up with the Don Ferrarese Charitable Foundation for their 6th annual Veterans Holiday Tribute, Dec. 14th, on the Silverado Campus in Adelanto. The event will host approximately 1000 veterans and their guests. The Don Ferrarese Charitable Foundation awards are provided to local students based solely upon their charitable service. To RSVP, sponsor a veteran, inquire on the essay, or to place an ad in the program, please call 760-951-8003 or visit www.don-frse.com. Thanksgiving Meals/Food Banks  If you or anyone you know is in need of a warm meal over the Thanksgiving holiday, below is a list of some community food banks that may be able to help. Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action, Inc - Mammoth Lakes - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. - CCC Office, 625 Old Mammoth Road, (760) 873-8667 Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action, Inc - Bishop - Monday \u2013 Friday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. -IMACA Main Office, 224 S. Main Street, (760) 873-8667 Salvation Army Victor Valley - 14585 La Paz Drive, Victorville, CA 92395 - Nov. 28 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (760) 245-2545\u00a0 Salvation Army Victor Valley - James A. Woody Community Center 13467 Navajo Road, Apple Valley, CA 92308 - Nov. 28 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - (760) 240-7880 Salvation Army Corps Hemet/Valle Vista Assembly of God - 45252 E. Florida Ave., Hemet, CA 92544 - Nov. 28 11:00 a.m. \u2013 2:00 p.m. - (951) 791-9495\u00a0 Calvary Chapel Victorville \u2013 15081 Center St. Victorville, CA 92395 Thursday 3:30pm-4:00pm American Food Bank - 56208 Buena Vista Rd Yucca Valley, CA - Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm Calvary Church - 1800 J Street Needles, CA 92363 - Thursday at 10:00am Set Free Christian Fellowship - 13700 Calimesa Blvd. Yucaipa, CA 92399 - Thanksgiving Dinner 11am-4pm - (909) 446-0033 San Bernardino\u2019s St. Paul\u2019s United Methodist Church - 785 N Arrowhead Ave San Bernardino, CA 92401 - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Dinner) 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. (Volunteers) - (909) 889-3609 Faith Lutheran Church - 3663Hallee Rd Joshua Tree, CA - Nov 27 4:00pm to 6:00pm", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["http://cook.house.gov/media-center/newsletter/weekly-newsletter-november-26"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 1.504009123891592, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}