Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles has praised the Biden-Harris administration's contributions to the city, following President Biden's State of the Union address. As per her statement, credited to the official Los Angeles Mayor's Office website, Mayor Bass commended the federal government for their significant investments in local infrastructure, climate change initiatives, and efforts to improve the livability of Los Angeles for all residents.
Bass acknowledged the administration's role in acting decisively and cooperatively, citing how over 3,365 Angelenos were moved into permanent housing thanks to emergency housing vouchers from President Biden's American Rescue Plan. "With President Biden’s partnership, more than 3,365 Angelenos moved into permanent housing through emergency housing vouchers delivered through his American Rescue Plan," Bass emphasized. The administration also provided waivers that expedited the housing process for many of the city's unhoused population. In addition, Bass highlighted the support for local businesses and essential workers during the pandemic, an effort that helped the city maintain critical services.
The Mayor also underscored the swift federal response to local emergencies, including the rapid reconstruction after the 10 freeway fire. "When the 10 freeway fire closed a major portion of the highway, President Biden made it known that Los Angeles had federal support to rebuild quickly," Bass stated. Furthermore, the federal government was promptly on standby to assist Los Angeles during the historic rainfall the city experienced earlier in February.
Bass's statement serves not only as an endorsement of past cooperation but also as a signal of the continued partnership between her office and President Biden's administration. The mayor stated her eagerness to "continuing our work together to bring more people inside, to make sure that housing is available and affordable, to promote green jobs and make this city more livable for working people." Mayor Bass is also leading an international delegation focused on business development and exploring innovative solutions in housing, green transportation, and infrastructure, all in preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games set to be hosted in Los Angeles.
