Representative Beth Van Duyne, Republican from Texas

Beth Van Duyne

Representative · Texas · Republican

Beth Van Duyne

Biography
Beth Van Duyne began her career as a business consultant and later served as the mayor of Irving, Texas, before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Texas’s 24th district in 2020. She is known for her focus on public safety, economic growth, and supporting small businesses. Van Duyne has advocated for relief measures for Texas businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and serves on the House Committee on Ways and Means. She approaches her role with a direct style, prioritizing practical solutions to address her district’s economic and community needs.
Education
  • B.A., Magna cum laude, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
    1995
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2021–Present

    Represented Texas's 24th congressional district for 3 terms.

  • Regional Administrator, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Region VI)

    2017–2019

    Appointed by President Donald Trump in 2017 to oversee HUD programs in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas; resigned in 2019 to run for Congress.

  • Mayor, City of Irving, Texas

    2011–2017

    Elected mayor after serving on the city council, leading the municipal government of Irving for two terms.

  • Member, Irving City Council

    2004–2010

    Elected to represent an Irving city council district and served until stepping down in 2010 to run for mayor.

Policy Focus
Commerce13%
Taxation13%
Health12%
Government Operations and Politics11%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Beth Van Duyne's record in Congress.

  • Small Business Support

    Co-sponsored the PPP Extension Act to extend Paycheck Protection Program access for small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Veterans' Services

    Supported legislation to improve access to mental health resources for veterans in North Texas.

  • Aviation Workforce Development

    Secured funding for aviation workforce development grants to address pilot and technician shortages.

  • Human Trafficking Prevention

    Advocated for increased federal resources to combat human trafficking in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Small Business
  • House Committee on Ways and Means

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