House Pushes P2P Bill Oct 4, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif. said at the markup hearing. (Multichannel News)
House Committee Pushing P2P File Sharing Bill Oct 1, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif. said at the hearing marking up the bills. (Multichannel News)
Deadly fires fuel push for arson registry Sep 19, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, a Republican, and , a Democrat, which has been in a House Judiciary subcommittee since March. Currently, only three states maintain a database of convicted arsonists: California, Illinois and Montana. (USA Today -- News)
DNC ad hits GOP over Medicare Sep 6, 2009
Patrick Tiberi (Ohio), Mary Bono Mack (Calif. Don Young (Alaska), Michele Bachmann (Minn. (TheHill.com)
Desert Oasis Healthcare Featured in USA Today Aug 7, 2009
Senator Boxer told the group she was eager to know more about Desert Oasis and its patient centered, cost effective care; Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack congratulating the group on collecting the signatures and bringing them to Capitol Hill. "I can't say enough," said Engleman, who went to Capitol Hill to plead his case. (PR Newswire)
Will Blue Dogs Sit on Healthcare? Jul 20, 2009
The geography of the DNC s expanded ad buy indicates possible concerns about other Democrats on Waxman s committee, namely Bart Stupak (D-Mi), Mike Doyle (D-Pa) and Jay Inslee (D-Wa), plus an effort to woo over Republican help from Mary Bono Mack (R-Ca) or Greg Walden (R-Or). Blue Dog leader Ross has latched onto warnings from Congressional Budget Office Director Douglas Elmendorf that health care proposals would increase the cost of care -- the opposite of claims from President Obama, Waxman... (Human Events Online)
Trying to Make Sense of Nonsense Jul 13, 2009
The eight, for those of you keeping a list until the next election, were John McHugh (New York), Dave Reichart (Washington), Mark Kirk (Illinois), Mike Castle (Delaware), Mary Bono Mack (California) and, from New Jersey, Frank LoBiondo, Chris Smith and Leonard Lance. One cant help wondering what Obama offered to get the three Jerseyites on board. (Townhall.com)
REGION: Issa proposes 21,000 acres of wilderness Jul 12, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, was several years in the making ... "It complements what Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack did with her bill," Mathews said, in a telephone interview from Washington. (North County Times)
New Calls for Global Web Censorship Probe Jul 11, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif. has appealed to the leadership of the House Energy and Commerce Committee to hold a hearing to revisit the contentious issue of Internet censorship overseas, hoping to raise awareness and lend a formal stamp of approval to the groups and companies working to keep Web sites and services like Twitter and Facebook up in the face of government restrictions. (SmallBusinessComputing)
TEMECULA: Protesters line intersection (498) Jul 5, 2009
Mary Bono Mack being one of eight Republicans in Congress to vote in favor of the "cap and trade" energy bill, most of the negativity was aimed at Obama. The economic stimulus plan, energy policies and the unemployment rate drew the most ire. (North County Times)
BUSINESS: Bilbray blasts 'cap and trade' bill Jul 1, 2009
Southwest Riverside County Republican Mary Bono Mack was one of eight Republicans who joined the largely Democratic-majority in support of the measure. Under the bill, the government would limit pollution from factories, refineries and power plants and issue allowances for polluters. (North County Times)
Only Warming Is On The Left Jun 30, 2009
The others in the GOP gang of eight are Mary Bono Mack of California, Leonard Lance of New Jersey, Frank LoBiondo of New Jersey, Christopher Smith of New Jersey, John McHugh of New York and Dave Reichert of Washington. All have a lot of 'splaining to do. (Investors Business Daily)
Watch Fox News for the untold stories — and keep the lanterns of patriotism burning bright Jun 30, 2009
Mary Bono Mack R (CA)Mike Castle R (DW)Mark Steven Eirk R (IL)Leonard Lance R (NJ)Frank LoBiondo R (NJ)John McHugh R (NY)Dave Reichert R (WA)Chris Smith R (NJ) " wtf wrote on Jun 29, 2009 11:43 AM:" THANK YOU stantaves and Cogito. " Cogito wrote on Jun 29, 2009 10:16 AM:" Cap and trade has a potential to become a huge boom for the economy. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Politicians learn from drug dealers Jun 30, 2009
8:14 am June 29, 2009, by jwooten. We d all better hope that U.S. Sen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
State leads the way in climate-change rules Jun 29, 2009
Mary Bono Mack of Palm Springs was one of only eight Republicans to vote for the bill, sealing its victory. "I'm sure she's been under a lot of pressure," her fellow Energy and Commerce Committee member, Rep. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Eight Republican Cap and Traitors Jun 29, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (Calif. Michael Castle (Del. (Human Events Online)
8 GOP Votes Paved Way for Climate Bill Jun 29, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009. SIGN UP FOR FREE NEWS ALERTS. (Newsmax)
Pelosi Flexes Muscle Jun 24, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif. already supports the bill, but Republicans such as Rep. (Roll Call)
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: Family Matters Jun 20, 2009
Mary Bono Mack is standing behind her famous stepson, Chaz Bono, as he transitions from female to male. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Emanuel Pushes Obama Plan to Lawmakers From Gyms to Restaurants May 28, 2009
The Emanuel of the West Wing is really interested in developing a relationship with us said Representative Mary Bono Mack, a California Republican ... Representative Mary Bono. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
The Biggest Tax Increase In World History May 27, 2009
Thirty-two Democrats were joined by one Republican, Mary Bono Mack of California, in voting for Waxman-Markey, while four moderate Democrats joined twenty-one Republicans against. One Republican missed the vote. (Human Events Online)
Waxman's Workover May 19, 2009
Republicans are almost totally opposed (with possible exceptions such as Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif. who has an enormous windmill farm in her district). (Human Events Online)
climate change bill May 18, 2009
The group includes Energy and Commerce member Mary Bono Mack (Calif. and Reps. (Roll Call)
Bipartisan Policy Center Presents First Annual Leaders Award to MPAA's Dan Glickman and Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack May 8, 2009
WASHINGTON, May 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) announced today it will present the first annual Leaders Award to Dan Glickman, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America, Inc. (MPAA) and Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (R-CA). The award will be presented at this evening's Opening Night Party of the Politics on Film festival, which will be hosted by Mrs. Mary Margaret Valenti. (PR Newswire)
REGION: Obama boosts area's wilderness inventory May 6, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, in securing wilderness in Riverside County has inspired Smith and others to push harder for areas to be added in San Diego County. Smith wants Eagle Peak east of Ramona christened wilderness. (North County Times)
FEC scorecard: 10 reports to watch Apr 15, 2009
Buck McKeon, Mary Bono Mack and Ken Calvert faced surprisingly close calls in 2008, an unexpected development that has Democrats believing that, with stronger and better-financed challengers, 2010 will be the year to take down those GOP incumbents. The most effective way to fend off those challenges is to stockpile cash, so the first quarter reports will give an indication of how seriously McKeon, Bono Mack and Calvert took the 2008 results. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
REGION: Student group offers support for undocumented students Apr 6, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, said through a spokeswoman that she has not taken a position on the bill. Rep. (North County Times)
Public gets a bill to protect its lands Mar 28, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, which will protect more than 190,000 acres as wilderness and 31 miles of wild and scenic river in Riverside County. The Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park Wilderness Act, sponsored by Boxer and Rep. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
REGION: Houses passes wilderness bill Mar 26, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, authored the Riverside County portion of the bill. Contact staff writer Dave Downey at (760) 745-6611, Ext. (North County Times)
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Applauds Historic Passage of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act Mar 26, 2009
Wilderotter continued, "On behalf of the Reeve Foundation and millions of Americans living with paralysis, I would like to thank Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Mary Bono Mack (R-CA) as well as Congressmen Jim Langevin (D-RI) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) for initially sponsoring this important health bill and for their tireless efforts." Wilderotter added, "Their extraordinary leadership and dedication was instrumental in passing this historic legislation.". "Passage of this bill today is... (PR Newswire)
New York Special Awash in Cash Mar 21, 2009
Mary Bono Mack (Calif. Howard Coble (N.C.), Jeff Flake (Ariz. (Roll Call)
Editorial: Pelosi must stand up for lands bill Mar 13, 2009
Of 53 California House members, 38 voted for the public lands bill all the Democrats and Republicans David Dreier, Jerry Lewis, Howard "Buck" McKeon and Mary Bono Mack. Surprisingly, Republicans Gary Miller and George Radanovich didn't vote. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
REGION: Issa to suspend earmark requests Mar 11, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, said through her spokeswoman, Jennifer May, that the congresswoman favors greater transparency and accountability, but added that earmarks provide important funding assistance for projects in her district. "From flood control at Murrieta Creek to essential water infrastructure improvements that will help increase water resources in the region, the congresswoman's requests reflect the many important needs of our community," May said. (North County Times)
REGION: Millions in local earmarks in latest spending bill Mar 6, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, whose district includes parts of Southwest Riverside County, was the only local Republican lawmaker to vote for it. Bono Mack sought 1. (North County Times)
major recipients of PMA campaign donations Feb 24, 2009
How to use this search tool:Donor Lookup: Individual campaign contributorsZIP Code: Local contributions and other informationPerson: Politicians, lobbyists and other notable peopleOrganization: Corporations, unions, trade associations, etc (Harper's Magazine)
Octuplets' Grandma, Mom Patch Things Up Feb 18, 2009
Grandmother Tells Maggie Rodriguez Seeing The Tiny, Fragile Octuplets Melted Her Heart, And Her Resentment. LOS ANGELES, Feb. 16, 2009. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Meg Whitman's first hurdle - state's male GOP Feb 18, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, who ascended to the seat after the death of her first husband, Sonny Bono. Democrats' 34-member Congressional delegation is majority women, with 19 members - including the first female Speaker of the House, Rep. (San Francisco Chronicle)
LETTERS: The Californian, Feb. 18, 2009 Feb 18, 2009
" These claims make us feel safer, but the reality is that writing citations all day long will not have any effect on nighttime traffic flow. The best thing to do is reduce the number of motor deputies and reassign two of them to the graveyard shift with a mandate to identify the graffiti hotspots, set up stakeouts and catch the taggers. Of course this is hard work, but law enforcement is not supposed to be easy. Easy is writing citations.My background as a patrol officer gives me a perspective... (North County Times)
Addiction Hits Home For Bono Mack Feb 14, 2009
California Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CBS/Ten Speed Press) ... (CBS) California Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack has not only developed a thick skin after enduring the accidental death of her husband, Sonny Bono, and her teenage son's, Chesare's prescription drug abuse, but she has also gained a strong sense of understanding ... Mary Bono Mack talks to Maggie Rodriguez about her son's plea for help with prescription drug addiction. (CBS News -- Early Show)
REGION: Local GOP reps stand as one against stimulus bill Feb 14, 2009
Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, whose district includes portions of Southwest Riverside County, said she voted against a "muddled concoction of government spending that have little or nothing to do with stimulus.". "This bill pours billions of dollars into slow-moving programs and special projects," she said. (North County Times)
Lawyers: Others From Phelps Party Arrested Feb 13, 2009
Mary Bono Mack talks to Maggie Rodriguez about her son's plea for help with prescription drug addiction. (6:11). (CBS News -- US)
Ex-eBay CEO Whitman stirs up governor's race Feb 10, 2009
Mary Bono of Palm Springs will serve as co-chairs. Whitman is expected to preview her gubernatorial campaign in two major speeches next week, one in the Central Valley and another in Orange County. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Meg Whitman starts run for governor Feb 10, 2009
Kevin McCarthy, chief deputy Republican whip, and fellow Republican representative Mary Bono Mack, along with state Sen. Tony Strickland, state Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher, Republican whip, and former State Assemblywoman Sharon Runner. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
