Press Releases

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued a statement supporting Speaker Kevin McCarthy: "I stand with Speaker Kevin McCarthy and condemn Representative Matt Gaetz's efforts to oust him from the Speakership. This is a disruptive maneuver that delays us from getting real legislative work done, threatening to destabilize the House of Representatives, and sending a… Read more »

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) voted in favor of a continuing resolution to keep the government open. “I just voted to fund the federal government for an additional 45 days. This was a bipartisan continuing resolution that will prevent a government shutdown, providing us with adequate time to pass budget bills for the upcoming fiscal year. Today, we showed the… Read more »

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) sent a letter to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives requesting to have his pay withheld in the event of a government shutdown. “In the event of a government shutdown, federal employees will go without pay while Members of Congress continue receiving their pay. Therefore, I requested that my pay also… Read more »

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement in support of keeping the government open: "As we approach the end of the federal fiscal year on September 30th, I remain committed to keeping our government open. Government shutdowns hurt working families across the nation, and my district is no exception. It is unfair for my constituents to bear… Read more »

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement on Azerbaijan's attack against the Armenian-majority territory of Nagorno-Karabakh: "I condemn the violent actions of Azerbaijan against Nagorno-Karabakh," said Rep. Duarte. 200 Armenians have already lost their lives from the fighting that began on Tuesday and more than 120,000 were starved through a… Read more »

TURLOCK - Today, Representative John Duarte proudly applauds the provisional management agreement between Madera Community Hospital and Adventist Health. In 2022, the threat of Madera Community Hospital's closure sent shockwaves throughout our Valley, leaving families with limited access to essential medical care. This agreement marks a victory for our communities, ensuring that… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Last week, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) joined a coalition of Democrats and Republicans in introducing the Rural Hospital Technical Assistance Program Act to protect and strengthen rural hospitals. This bill makes permanent an existing program at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that provides technical assistance for rural hospitals to help… Read more »

WASHINGTON -- United States Representative John Duarte (CA-13) joined a bipartisan coalition to introduce the Growing Access to Environmental Sustainability (GATES) Act to reduce barriers that producers face in accessing agricultural conservation programs.  Co-leading this legislation are Reps. Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Yadira Caraveo (CO-08), David Rouzer (NC-07), Jim Costa… Read more »

Today, Rep. John Duarte (CA-13) proudly announces his resounding support for the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation (SGRLAA) Act, highlighting his commitment to bipartisanship and dedication to improving the flyer experience for all Americans. As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Rep. Duarte has played a pivotal role in shaping this… Read more »

Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) released the following statement regarding the recent introduction of the H-2 Improvements to Relieve Employers (HIRE) Act: “H-2A and H-2B workers are the foundation of America’s food supply. Their hard work puts groceries on our tables, builds our infrastructure, and protects our national security. Despite the massive benefits of the H-2 visa program, the… Read more »