Years in Office
1st Year
Bills Sponsored
77
Bills Co-Sponsored
1777
Committees
1
David Valadao Biography
Raised on his family’s dairy farm in California’s Central Valley, David Valadao brings firsthand agricultural experience to Congress. Elected as the U.S. Representative for California’s 22nd District in 2022, Valadao focuses on water access, agricultural policy, and immigration reform. He has served on the Appropriations Committee and played a key role in advancing drought relief legislation for California farmers. Valadao’s pragmatic approach centers on practical solutions, aiming to ensure his district’s rural communities have a strong voice in Washington.
Education
- Attended, College of the Sequoias
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(Present)Representing California's 22nd district
Member, California Assembly
(2010–12)Dairy Farmer
Member, California Milk Advisory Board, Western States Dairy Trade Association
Chairman, Regional Leadership Council for Land O’lakes Inc.
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during David Valadao's congressional service.
Water Infrastructure Advocacy
Secured federal funding for Central Valley water storage and conveyance projects to address drought and agricultural needs.
Bipartisan Immigration Efforts
Co-sponsored the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to provide legal status for agricultural workers and address labor shortages.
Veterans' Healthcare Access
Supported legislation expanding access to healthcare services for rural veterans in California’s Central Valley.
COVID-19 Relief Funding
Helped secure federal COVID-19 relief funds for small businesses, hospitals, and schools in his district.
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