Rep. TJ Cox Statement on Gov. Newsom State of the State Address

WASHINGTON – Rep. TJ Cox (CA-21) issued the following statement following Governor Gavin Newsom’s first State of the State Address earlier today:

“Governor Newsom laid out a bold new direction for California today. From education, to healthcare, to funding for Alzheimer’s research, it is clear that his agenda will build a stronger California and a stronger Central Valley.

“But on the issue of high-speed rail, this new approach does not satisfy the concerns of farmers and ranchers in the Central Valley over eminent domain or secure our long-term economic prosperity by connecting us with Southern and Northern California. I believe that we must bring our rural and urban communities together to find transportation solutions that meet the needs of both – and this proposal fails to do that.”

“In his remarks, Governor Newsom rightly pointed out that the Central Valley is a vital economic hub for California. I look forward to working with him to bring more investment to our region.”