Press Releases
With wind and fire conditions constantly changing, residents need to be prepared should the evacuation area expand.
The below resources from California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and the Congressional Wildfires Caucus are a set of best practices for preparing for a wildfire:
Grant Assistance to a Household:
• FEMA Individual Assistance – Special Needs Assistance Grants: $770 one-time payment to afford immediate needs like food, water, hygiene, and transportation.
• FEMA Individual Assistance – For Housing: The maximum amount a homeowner can receive through the FEMA Individual Assistance grant program for home repair and replacement, and for temporary housing, is up to $43,600.
PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. — Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) issued the following statement applauding President Biden's Major Disaster Declaration for Los Angeles County Fires:
FEMA: The Administration has approved a major disaster declaration for the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County.
PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. — Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) issued the following statement on the Palisades Fire:
"Grateful for the heroic efforts of the Los Angeles Fire Department, the Los Angeles County Fire Department, CAL FIRE and all our first responders working to save lives and homes in the toughest conditions imaginable."
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) released the following statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the January 6th, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol:
“Today marks four years since the horrific attack on our U.S. Capitol — a day that shook the foundations of our democracy. On January 6th, 2021, our nation witnessed an unprecedented assault on the very heart of our democratic process as insurrectionists sought to overturn the results of a free and fair election through violence and intimidation.
Washington, DC – On December 29th, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) issued the following statement regarding the passing of President Jimmy Carter:
"I am saddened over the passing of President Jimmy Carter — a devoted public servant and humanitarian who leaves behind an extraordinary legacy dedicated towards compassion and decency. My heart goes out to the Carter family during this difficult time."
Washington, D.C. -- On December 20th, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) issued the following statement after the House passed a funding bill just hours before the current federal funding deadline:
The good news is that the government will not shutdown.
Unless Congress passes a Continuing Resolution, all “non-essential” federal action halts on Saturday at 12:01 AM.
On Tuesday, Democrats and Republicans had agreed to a Continuing Resolution and all the related details. We were ready to pass the bill with big bipartisan majorities. The bill would not solve all the nation’s problems – but at least it would keep the government open through March 14, 2025.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) called on the Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator to swiftly issue a disaster determination for the Franklin Fire, ensuring timely relief for residents, small businesses, and communities impacted by the devastating blaze.