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Congressman Duarte Introduces Legislation to Help Ensure Veterans Get their Benefits

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MERCED, CA — Congressman John Duarte (CA-13), along with a bipartisan group of his colleagues, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost (IL-12), Congressman David Valadao (CA-22), Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Congressman Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04), Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), and Congressman Don Davis (NC-05),…

Rep. Duarte’s Permitting Fix to Bolster Valley Water Infrastructure Passes the House

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement following the House’s passage of H.R. 7023 which includes his initiatives to fix inconsistencies in the permitting processes under the Clean Water Act. "I’m proud to announce that my bill, the Confidence in Clean Water Permits Act (HR 7013) has successfully passed the House of Representatives as a…

Duarte Seeks Veteran for Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program in Turlock Office

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TURLOCK, CA – Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) announced that he is seeking a Veteran, Gold Star Family member, or Active-Duty Spouse for a paid position to handle veterans-related casework in his Turlock office. "Having an experienced member of this community acting as a liaison between Valley veterans, myself, and our federal government will enhance our ability to…

Rep. Duarte Secures Over $26 Million for Central Valley Constituents

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the below statement following House passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 (H.R. 4366), which includes $26.34 million in funding at the Congressman’s request to meet critical Central Valley constituents’ needs.  H.R. 4366 must now…

Rep. Duarte and Colleagues Urge FDA to Incentivize Preventative Research into Valley Fever

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WASHINGTON — Today, Representative John Duarte (CA-13) along with a bipartisan group of his colleagues, Representatives David Valadao (CA-22), Michelle Steel (CA-45), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-6), David Schweikert (AZ-1), and Jim Costa (CA-21), sent a letter to Commissioner Robert Califf of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, urging the Administration to include coccidioidomycosis…

Duarte Votes for Continuing Resolution to Keep the Government Open

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement on voting to keep the government open. "Since entering Congress, I’ve voted for every Continuing Resolution to keep the government open and working for the families in my District. My vote on today’s agreement is an important step to minimize disruptions to federal programs that our communities…

Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) Supports Rep. Duarte’s Anti-Drug Bill

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WASHINGTON — Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California announced their support for Congressman John Duarte’s new bill which seeks to combat the spread of fentanyl and other illegal drugs in the Central Valley and across the United States. "I want to thank the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) for endorsing my new bill, the High-Intensity…

Duarte Votes to Impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement regarding his vote to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. "Today, I voted in favor of impeaching Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. Under his leadership, our southern border has plunged into a crisis with an influx of fentanyl and cartel-related crime spilling…

Duarte Introduces Legislation to Combat Fentanyl and Illegal Drugs in the Central Valley and Across the U.S.

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STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13), along with Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin (MI-7), Congressman David Valadao (CA-22), Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Congressman Greg Pence (IN-6), and Congressman Gabe Vasquez (NM-2), announced the bipartisan High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Reauthorization Act that provides over…

Duarte Supports Valley Families and Small Businesses by Supporting New Tax Relief Package

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) voted for the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. This bill helps put more money back into the pockets of Valley families by increasing the Child Tax Credit and making it easier for small businesses to operate and grow. Additionally, it helps incentivize the creation of more…