Jeff Denham Email & Phone Number

United States

Salinas, California

Full-service provider of plastic material handling solutions. Clean, reusable and recyclable materials. FDA Approved and RFID compatible to ensure safety, sustainability, and logistical precision in shipping operations.Distribute harvesting containers (bins, totes, and pallets), rent used containers for transitional seasons, repair (replacement parts and plastic weld), and recycle (unusable containers). We work with the customer to transition their business out of wood and fiber containers and bins and convert them to plastic solutions that are sustainable and affordable and reduce the risks of foreign objects and food-borne illness.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Active member who wrote dozens of bills on a wide range of issues that were signed into law. Served on the following committees: Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Veterans Affairs. Built relationships with almost every sitting Member of Congress, advocacy groups, coalitions, and issue stakeholders, which will continue to be a network of strong relationships moving forward.Managed a productive, success-oriented, and effective team of more than 20 staff in Modesto, Calif. and Washington, D.C.Effectively and passionately served constituents through solution focused, outcome driven casework services to resolve nearly 9,000 cases with federal agencies and act as a liaison with state and local entities. Drafted and passed the Veterans Skills to Jobs Act (PL 112-147) to make it easier for veterans to find jobs using skills acquired through military training. The 2015 highway bill, the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act (PL 114-94), included numerous Denham priorities. Notably:- Pets on Trains: Allows small dogs and cats to ride on Amtrak for a nominal fee if stowed under the seat in a pet carrier- The NEPA Reciprocity Act: Allows states already participating in the NEPA delegation program to certify their state environmental review laws as equally or more stringent than NEPA to streamline the project review process and expedite project completion.Authored the Federal Asset Sale and Transfer Act (PL 114-287), which was signed into law and directed that a board be appointed to oversee the liquidation of thousands of surplus government properties, saving millions in taxpayer dollars and streamlining government properties management.The 2018 WRDA bill included my New WATER Act financing program for Reclamation projects and set up a Memorandum of Understanding for Reclamation and EPA to finance and select water storage projects for financing.(Full listing of legislative accomplishments available upon request)

Atwater, California

Own, operate, and manage almond farm in Atwater, CaliforniaCultivate specialty almonds, an in-demand commodity in California and across the worldPioneer innovative techniques to grow more robust almonds with less waterDevelop sustainable uses for almond husks and byproducts, to be used for feed, fertilizer and bio-energy

Represented a large and geographically diverse district spanning the coast of Monterrey across the Central Valley to the eastern portion of the state near YosemiteChairman of Agriculture Committee (even as a member of the minority party)Won a 2008 recall filed against me for steadfastly standing for a budget that was responsible, effective and balancedDedicated to excellent casework for constituents who were struggling with issues with the State governmentDrafted and passed a bill establishing the “Gold Star” license plate

Staff Sergeant from 1990-2000, Airman First Class from 1987-1989, and Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist from 1984-1987Commanded soldiers in multiple operations and theaters, supporting air operations for our troops, ensuring readiness and operational effectiveness of equipment, leading my squad during combat operations and working with higher command to complete missions accurately, leading to highly successful campaigns.Served in Operation Desert Storm with the 452nd Air Force Refueling Wing, which flew missions into Iraq during combat operations. Awarded a Meritorious Service Medal, the Kuwait Liberation Medal, and various campaign Medals for combat duty during Operation Desert Storm.Served in Operation Restore Hope with the 349th AMW flying missions into Somalia. Awarded a second Meritorious Service Medal and various campaign medals for duty in Operation Restore Hope.Additional service medals include: Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor, Southwest Asia Service Medal, and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon