Representative Chuy García, Democratic from Illinois

Chuy García

Representative Chuy García

Chuy García began his career as a community organizer in Chicago, advocating for immigrant rights and affordable housing. Elected in 2018, he represents Illinois’s 4th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. García focuses on comprehensive immigration reform, public transit investment, and expanding access to health care. He serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and helped secure federal support for Chicago’s transit systems. García brings a collaborative, grassroots approach to representing his diverse district’s needs in Congress.

Policy Focus Areas

Transportation and Public Works22%
Finance and Financial Sector17%
International Affairs14%
Government Operations and Politics8%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Chuy García's record in Congress.

Public Transit Funding

Secured increased federal funding for Chicago-area public transportation through advocacy in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

COVID-19 Relief Support

Supported passage of the American Rescue Plan, delivering critical pandemic relief funds to Illinois families and small businesses.

Affordable Housing Advocacy

Co-sponsored legislation to expand federal investment in affordable housing and address homelessness in urban communities.

Immigrant Rights Legislation

Introduced the New Way Forward Act to reform immigration enforcement and reduce detention and deportation of immigrants.

Committee Assignments

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  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
  • House Committee on the Judiciary

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