Homeland Security

As an original member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Zoe knows that our national security does not need to violate our constitutionally protected rights. While we face certain and real threats, we must not lose sight of the founding principles of our great nation. This philosophy guides Zoe's work as a member of the Congress.

As a member of Congress, Zoe has worked hard to ensure that our nation remains protected from all threats, including those emanating from cyberspace. Zoe led a bipartisan effort that created the position of Assistant Secretary for Cybersecurity in the Homeland Security Department to protect our nation's critical cyber infrastructure. Zoe has also worked to ensure that government agencies involved in intelligence and information gathering remain accountable to the Congress and work to have proper oversight of programs which use this intelligence.

To learn more about the Zoe's work on issues related to homeland security, please click on the news links below:

More on Homeland Security

Lofgren calls for meaningful cybersecurity reform, says CISPA falls short

January 9, 2015 Press Release
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) issued the following statement today calling for meaningful cybersecurity reforms following the re-introduction of the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA):

"I'm glad the House is demonstrating an interest in exploring ways in which the nation can better protect against cyber-attacks. This is, no doubt, a very important issue – and our nation faces a security threat that has been made even more apparent in light of highly publicized cyber-attacks in recent months.

Sensenbrenner, Massie & Lofgren Introduce Secure Data Act

December 10, 2014 Press Release
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of bipartisan lawmakers last week introduced H.R. 5800, the Secure Data Act of 2014, to protect Americans' privacy and data security by prohibiting surveillance agencies from requiring or compelling surveillance "backdoors" in products and services. A similar amendment to the Department of Defense Appropriations Act this year passed the House of Representatives by an overwhelming 293-123 vote, but it was not included in the Continuing Resolution (CR)/omnibus spending legislation.

Santa Clara County Officials: Unaccompanied Children Deserve Compassion

July 16, 2014 Press Release
SAN JOSE, CA – Santa Clara County is ready to assist in the efforts to care for unaccompanied children crossing the U.S. border, announced local and federal officials today.

Silicon Valley Congressional Delegation Seek Answers from DHS on Metcalf Attack

February 21, 2014 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC – Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-San Jose), Anna G. Eshoo (D-Palo Alto) and Mike Honda (D-San Jose) released a letter today to Jeh Johnson, the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), regarding the attack on PG&E's Metcalf power substation.  The three Silicon Valley Representatives have been closely monitoring investigations since the aftermath of the attack.  In the letter, they seek an update from DHS on its investigation and recommendations the agency has developed following the incident.  

Reps. Zoe Lofgren on Opposing the House GOP's Immigration Bill H.R. 2278, the "SAFE Act"

June 18, 2013 Press Release

Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) delivered the following statement during a mark-up of H.R. 2278, the "Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement Act" (The SAFE Act), in the House Judiciary Committee:

Thank you Mr. Chairman. This bill must be opposed.

It would turn millions of undocumented immigrants into criminals overnight.

It would turn State and local law enforcement officers around the country into immigration agents.

It would expand mandatory and prolonged detention.

Reps. Zoe Lofgren and Ted Poe Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans’ Privacy Rights from Domestic Drones

February 15, 2013 Press Release

Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) and Ted Poe (R-TX) have introduced legislation, H.R. 637, The Preserving American Privacy Act, to establish due process protections for Americans against government-operated unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in U.S. airspace. The bipartisan legislation would also forbid law enforcement and private UAS from being armed with firearms or explosives while operating within U.S. airspace.

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