During the campaign, I said that the first legislative action I would take would be to cosponsor the Equality Act.

Federal law protects people from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, ability, and veteran status.

But there's no federal law barring discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

With Americans facing so many challenges, it is imperative that they have access to free and fair elections.

We must take action to pass robust voter protection laws:

It's been a week since I was sworn in to represent the 48th district of California.

And what a week it's been. I'll tell you more about that, but first, I just want to say:

THANK YOU.