[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 187 (Friday, November 7, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1043]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE SERVICE OF TAMARA STEINER

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 7, 2025

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tamara Steiner 
for her invaluable service to our community throughout her journalistic 
career.
  For over 20 years, Tamara has worked to keep our community connected 
and informed. Tamara and Bob Steiner started The Pioneer in 2003, 
providing local news to Clayton, Concord, and Pleasant Hill residents 
at no cost. The Pioneer covered key community events, including Clayton 
Business and Community Association (CBCA) festivals, De La Salle 
football, and local politics. Under Tamara's leadership, The Pioneer 
provided critical news to local residents throughout challenging and 
uncertain times, such as the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 
pandemic, and local emergencies like landslides and fires. The Pioneer 
also sponsored several annual local events including CBCA festivals, 
the Hay Day ``Woof-o-ween'' dog costume contest, and more. As local 
newspapers became more scarce, The Pioneer continued to thrive and 
worked to foster a strong and vibrant community in Clayton and beyond.
  Beyond their work with The Pioneer, Tamara and Bob have continually 
demonstrated their steadfast commitment to our community. They started 
Clayton Clean Ups, served on CBCA's board, marched in local parades, 
and more. Additionally, Tamara served as Executive Director of the 
Pacific Business Center and as a board member for the Greater Concord 
Chamber of Commerce, underscoring her commitment to local development. 
She also taught Business English and Communications at the community 
college level, helping to prepare the next generation of journalists 
and business professionals. Throughout her life, Tamara has worked 
tirelessly to serve our community with enthusiasm and care.
  Please join me in thanking Tamara Steiner for her decades of 
remarkable dedication to local journalism and in recognizing her 
incredible impact in Contra Costa County.

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