WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives John Duarte (R-CA-13), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-18), Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04), Jim Costa (D-CA-21), Mike Simpson (R-ID-02), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19), David Valadao (R-CA-22), Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), and Jerrold Nadler (D-NY-12) reintroduced the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, H.R. 4319, which creates a workforce solution for… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement on co-introducing Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29)’s bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act:
“As a California native, I know Dreamers – they’ve played sports with my children, broke bread with my family and friends, and have played a critical role in our communities.
The American Dream and Promise Act… Read more »
WASHINGTON -- Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act of 2023:
"Working families deserve a government that supports the American Dream and provides them with opportunities to thrive. Farmers, who play an essential role in our nation's food supply and the vitality of our… Read more »
WASHINGTON -- Congressman John Duarte is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rajan Nathaniel as his new Chief of Staff. A Valley native, Rajan’s wealth of experience, political expertise, and dedication to public service will greatly benefit the constituents of California’s 13th Congressional District.
Prior to joining Congressman Duarte's team, Rajan served Californian… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement after cosponsoring the bipartisan Dignity Act, the first major bipartisan immigration solution proposed by Congress in over a decade.
“Our system is broken. A humanitarian crisis is devastating both sides of our border, working families are forced into the shadows, border agents are left unsupported,… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement in response to the recently proposed Fiscal Responsibility Act:
“I am proud to have reached a bipartisan compromise with President Biden to pay our debts while putting working families and small businesses first. After years of uncertainty, Democrats and Republicans have worked together to build a… Read more »
WASHINGTON -- Today, the Supreme Court issued an important decision in the case of Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
“This ruling protects the Valley from unfair government rules on water, helping working families, farmers, and small businesses thrive," said Congressman Duarte (CA-13). I commend the Court for its commitment to upholding the… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 467, the HALT Fentanyl Act:
“Fentanyl is a crisis in our Valley. Far too many working families have faced the ultimate heartache – losing their loved ones to overdose without the chance to say goodbye. It is past time that Washington gives our local law enforcement the… Read more »
WASHINGTON – This week, Rep. John Duarte (CA-13) and Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) introduced the bipartisan Water Infrastructure Modernization Act. This bill creates federal grant programs to increase investments and use of smart water technologies.
“Working Valley families are suffering because Washington hasn’t protected our water. As a farmer, I know… Read more »
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative John Duarte (CA-13) announced that he has joined the Congressional FFA Caucus for the 118th Congress. The FFA Caucus is an informal, bipartisan group of U.S. Representatives dedicated to issues related to the next generation of agricultural leaders and students pursuing careers in agriculture, food, natural resources, and related… Read more »
