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| https://ruiz.house.gov/media-center/e-newsletters/dr-ruiz-celebrates-victories-ca-36 | Dr. Ruiz Celebrates Victories for CA-36 | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | CA | Raul Ruiz | R000599 | ruiz.house.gov | legacy | Dear Friends, In these difficult times, it is important tofind good news that brings us hope, joy, and inspiration.I want to share with yousome great victories for veterans, seniors, and families here in CA-36. Dr. Ruiz's Legislation Signed into Law to Help Veterans, Address Opioid Crisis The President has signed into law two of my bills: The Wounded Veterans Recreation Act is a victory for veterans in CA-36 and across the country. Clickhereto read more about this law that will empower veterans to improve their health and well-being. The Easy MAT for Opioid Addiction Act will expand access to lifesaving care for patientswith opioid use disorder. Read morehere. Dr. Ruiz's Bills Pass House to Support Seniors and Efforts at the Salton Sea I am also pleased to report that the House passed my bill to strengthen access to Medicare coverage for seniors and my legislation to strengthen federal, state, and local partnerships at the Salton Sea. I'm working to get these bills signed into law. My bill, the Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act, passed the House with broad, bipartisan support and will help seniors navigate the Medicare Part B enrollment process and avoid enrollment penalties. Read morehere. The House also passed S. 1811, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, which prioritizesthenorthern perimeter lake project at the Salton Seafor the Army Corps of Engineers. I will continue workingto stand up for families, workers, and seniors in CA-36. Please reach out if my office can assist you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Raul Ruiz, M.D. Member of Congress In Case You Missed It: Are you a CA-36 resident interested in serving in the Biden-Harris Administration? Find out how to applyhere. There will befree COVID-19 testingat the Palm Springs Convention Center now through January 29, 2021. Coronavirus cases are continuing to rise in our district. Stay updated on the latest COVID-19 information for Riverside Countyhere. The FDAhas approvedthe emergency use authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine after a thorough review process. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |