Representative Dave Min, Democratic from California

Dave Min

Representative · California · Democrat

Dave Min

Biography
Dave Min, a former law professor and financial regulation expert, was elected to represent California’s 47th congressional district in 2024. He has prioritized affordable housing, gun safety, and climate resilience, advocating for stronger protections against gun violence and policies to address California's housing shortage. Min authored key legislation in the state senate to expand background checks for firearm purchases and led efforts to secure wildfire mitigation funding. He serves his district by combining data-driven policy with a collaborative approach, aiming to balance economic growth with community safety and environmental stewardship.
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2025–Present

    Represented California's 47th congressional district for 1 term.

  • California State Senator, 37th District

    2020–2024

    Represented portions of Orange County in the California State Senate for one four-year term.

  • Assistant Professor of Law, University of California, Irvine

    2012–2020

    Served on the UC Irvine School of Law faculty, focusing on banking law, capital markets, and real estate finance.

  • Counsel and Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Joint Economic Committee

    Worked as counsel and senior policy advisor on economic and financial regulatory issues for the Joint Economic Committee of Congress.

  • Staff Attorney, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

    Worked in financial regulation as a staff attorney at the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics40%
Science, Technology, Communications10%
Armed Forces and National Security10%
Health10%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Dave Min's record in Congress.

  • Gun Violence Prevention

    Authored legislation to prohibit firearm possession for individuals convicted of child or elder abuse.

  • Climate Resilience

    Secured funding to address coastal erosion and protect Orange County beaches from sea level rise.

  • Hate Crime Prevention

    Introduced laws to strengthen reporting and penalties for hate crimes in California.

  • Small Business Relief

    Supported COVID-19 relief measures for small businesses, including grants and regulatory flexibility.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Natural Resources
  • Joint Economic Committee
  • House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

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