In light of the attempted assassination of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), a town hall meeting was held by Rep. Sam Farr (D-Santa Cruz) at First Congregational Church in Santa Cruz. The meeting was meant to recognize the victims of the mass shooting, as well as discuss hot political topics related to it, such as mental healthcare and gun control.

Congressman Sam Farr introduces new bill to help fight for state rights concerning federal charges in the legal medical marijuana world in California.