WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Alex Padilla issued the following press release:

Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced that he secured over $33 million in federal funding for 17 projects across the Bay Area through Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills. This funding is part of the $241,794,366 in total Congressionally Directed Spending funding that Padilla delivered for California for FY 2026.

"I am proud to help secure millions in federal funding to support transformative projects that will deliver lasting improvements for Bay Area communities," said Senator Padilla. "These investments will support local governments and non-profits working on the ground in our communities. They will strengthen our environment, improve public ...