Fresno Leader

Rep. Jim Costa, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing California's 21st district since 2005, recently shared a series of updates on his Twitter account regarding various community and economic initiatives. Costa's career includes prior service in the California State Assembly and Senate, and he is a Fresno native.

On January 30, 2025, Rep. Costa reminded constituents that "Valentine’s Day is just around the corner!" He encouraged participation in the "Valentines for Vets Program by creating a homemade card to show appreciation for our local heroes." More information about this initiative can be found here.

Later that day, at 2:00 AM UTC, Costa reported having "a productive discussion with the Visalia Economic Corporation Board about strengthening local businesses and accelerating growth in Visalia's Industrial Park." He emphasized that through "strategic investments and collaboration," there is an opportunity to establish "a foundation for a prosperous future for all." The full tweet can be accessed here.

In another post on January 30 at 3:00 AM UTC, Costa highlighted healthcare access as a priority. He mentioned meeting with Tulare County Board Supervisor Amy Shuklian and Adventist Health Foundation to discuss efforts aimed at "strengthening mobile healthcare units in underserved communities," which will help ensure that more families receive quality care. Details of this meeting are available here.