Darrell Issa
Representative Darrell Issa
Education
- B.A. in Business, Siena Heights College, Adrian, MI(1976)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2001-Present)Representing California's 48th district
Businessman
Founder and CEO of Directed Electronics, Inc.
Past Chairman, Consumer Electronics Association
Previously on the Board of Directors, Electronics Industry Association
Policy Focus Areas
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Darrell Issa's record in Congress.
Oversight Investigations
Chaired the House Oversight Committee, leading high-profile investigations into government operations and accountability.
Patent Reform
Sponsored the America Invents Act, modernizing U.S. patent laws to streamline the patent process.
Telecommunications Deregulation
Advanced legislation to reduce regulatory barriers for broadband infrastructure expansion and innovation.
Support for Military Veterans
Secured funding for expanded veterans' health care services and improved benefits in Southern California.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on the Judiciary
- House Committee on Foreign Affairs
- House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
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