Golden State Today

Ami Bera, the U.S. Representative for California's 6th district since 2013, has addressed several pressing issues affecting Sacramento County through his social media updates. In a series of tweets, Bera highlighted concerns regarding mail theft and proposed cuts to federal funding for local schools.

On March 28, 2025, Bera announced that he had urged the U.S. Postal Service Inspector General to conduct an audit concerning mail theft in Sacramento County. He noted that the audit results were profoundly unsatisfactory, calling for immediate action. According to Bera, “The @USPS must swiftly implement the Inspector General's recommendations to restore public trust” ("Original quotation").

In a subsequent tweet on March 29, 2025, Bera expressed his dedication to confronting proposed budget cuts affecting public education. He stated, “I’m committed to doing everything I can in Congress to stop these cuts, and work with community leaders to protect our public schools and stand up for students and families across Sacramento County” ("Original quotation").

Also, on March 29, 2025, Bera collaborated with Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools, Dave Gordon, to address the implications of the Trump Administration's proposed cuts in federal funding for schools. He noted the occasion with a tweet: “I joined Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools Dave Gordon today to address the sweeping impacts of the Trump Administration’s devastating proposed cuts in federal funding to Sacramento-area schools” ("Original quotation").