Jay Obernolte, a member of the U.S. Congress representing California’s 23rd district, has shared his perspectives on various pressing issues through a series of tweets. Obernolte, who succeeded Paul Cook in 2021 and previously served in the California State Assembly, has addressed concerns related to national parks, public safety, and student athletes’ compensation.
On March 11, 2025, Obernolte expressed urgency regarding staffing at national parks. He stated that “The Office of Personnel Management must act quickly to support our National Parks. With peak season already here, delays in hiring seasonal workers could easily impact the essential services visitors depend on. I am urging OPM to grant direct hiring authority to individual parks…”
A day later, on March 12, 2025, he voiced his support for local law enforcement in California by stating “I am proud to stand with my colleagues in urging Attorney General Bondi to prioritize public safety and support local law enforcement in California. State policies have tied the hands of our officers in self-proclaimed sanctuary cities, making it harder to enforce the law and…”
In another tweet dated March 13, 2025, Obernolte discussed his personal connection to the issue of student athlete compensation. He wrote “As a former college athlete myself, the issue of compensation for student athletes’ name, image, and likenesses is deeply personal to me. I believe there is a path where athletes, universities, and the public can all benefit if we navigate the NIL landscape effectively. With the…”
