Representative Ken Calvert, Republican from California

Ken Calvert

Representative · California · Republican

Ken Calvert

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act, H.R. 8205, legislation that will reauthorize programs that support research and development of drugs and other therapies to address ALS. It is hard to believe, but the original ACT for ALS Act was signed into law a little less than five years ago. As a Co-Chair of the bipartisan ALS Caucus, I saw first-hand the effort to get that landmark legislation across the finish line was the result of the passion and detepnination of the ALS advocacy community.
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Biography
Ken Calvert began his career as a small business owner in southern California before entering public service. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 41st District in 1992, he has focused on strengthening national defense, addressing water resource challenges, and supporting veterans. Calvert has played a key role as Chair of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee and has championed legislation to secure funding for military installations and regional water infrastructure. He is known for a pragmatic, results-oriented approach that emphasizes the needs of his diverse district.
Education
  • B.A. in Economics, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
    1975
  • A.A., Chaffey College, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
    1973
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    1993-Present

    Representing California's 41st district

  • Chairman and Charter Member, Lincoln Club of Riverside County

    1986–90

  • Chairman, Riverside Republican Party

    1984–88

  • President and General Manager, Ken Calvert Real Properties

    1981–92

  • General Manager, Jolly Fox Restaurant, Corona, Ca

    1975–79

  • Staffer, U.S. representative Victor V. Veysey

    1970–72

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security12%
Crime and Law Enforcement9%
Environmental Protection8%
Public Lands and Natural Resources7%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Ken Calvert's record in Congress.

  • Defense Appropriations

    Secured funding for military infrastructure and operations at March Air Reserve Base and other California defense facilities.

  • Water Infrastructure

    Advanced the Western Water and American Food Security Act to improve water supply reliability in Southern California.

  • NASA Funding

    Helped obtain federal funding for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and space exploration programs in California.

  • Veterans Services

    Supported legislation expanding access to health care and benefits for veterans in Riverside and surrounding counties.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Appropriations

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