WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) released the following statement in response to a protest held outside his Brea office: “I condemn in the strongest possible terms any and all violence. There is no room for physical confrontation or actions that put lives at risk. My staff and I remain committed to meeting with all constituents who wish to voice their opinions in a civil and respectful manner.” ### Read more

Rep. Ed Royce met with Filipino veterans of World War II during Wednesday's Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony including Celestino Almeda pictured above. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) joined House and Senate leadership at the U.S. Capitol to present a Congressional Gold Medal in honor of Filipino veterans of World War II for their service and sacrifice during the war. Rep. Royce had the pleasure of hosting two Southern California families who attended today’s ceremony ... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) released the following statement after the House passed S. 504, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards Act, legislation to permanently reauthorize the U.S. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card Program: “In order to keep California’s businesses competitive, it is critical to provide resources that improve access to growing markets. The APEC Business Travel Card program allows California business... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) teamed up with the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF) for the second time in the past three years to host an Anti-Human Trafficking Training Seminar designed specifically for the hospitality industry. Participants included Southern California hotel managers and owners who learned how to identify the signs of human trafficking and how to report it. “Millions of people, particularly in the hospitality and health indu... Read more

Click on the video above to watch Rep. Royce's remarks during Thursday's Financial Services Committee Hearing with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) questioned U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson on federal housing reforms including his legislation, H.R. 3556, the Taxpayer Protections and Market Access for Mortgage Finance Act during a House Financial Services Committe... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-Calif.), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee, released the following statement after the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) and U.S. Treasury Department signed the U.S.-E.U. covered agreement: “Today’s signing of the covered agreement is a big win for American consumers. Providing regulatory certainty and leveling the playing field for U.S.-based... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-CA), circulated draft legislation, the Anti-Money Laundering Modernization Act, which strengthens the United States anti-money laundering (AML) and countering terrorism financing (CTF) system. Rep. Royce is seeking comments from stakeholders and bipartisan support to move this bill forward. “Our nation’s anti-money laundering and countering terrorism financing regime has been a 40-year work in progress and there is increasing recognition ... Read more

Click on the video above to watch Rep. Royce's remarks during Thursday's Financial Institutions and Consumer CreditSubcommittee Hearing. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) questioned witnesses on his legislative proposal to protect and bolster consumer access to credit during a Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Subcommittee Hearing entitled “Legislative Proposals for a More Efficient Federal Financial Regulatory Regime.” “Thank you Ms. Fortney, I think Congresswom... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) released the following statement on the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) immigration policy: “The status of eligible DACA recipients should not change from one administration to the next. Congress should act now to provide a permanent, legislative solution that gives certainty to these kids. We should not deny residence to children who have only known America as their home, positively contributed to this great country, and passe... Read more

Rep. Royce meeting with Henry Cheng, Acting Chairman and CEO of 85℃USA Division. TAIPEI, TAIWAN – This week, U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) met with several leaders from the Taiwanese government and local businesses, including 85°C Bakery, as part of a U.S. delegation trip to highlight the positive economic cooperation that exists between Taiwan and the United States. After the meeting, Rep. Royce released the following statement: “The successful economic partnership between the United Sta... Read more