Representative Linda Sánchez, Democratic from California

Linda Sánchez

Representative · California · Democrat

Linda Sánchez

Biography
Linda Sánchez began her career as a labor lawyer, advocating for the rights of working families in California. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 38th District in 2002, she has focused on expanding access to affordable healthcare, strengthening workers’ protections, and advancing comprehensive immigration reform. Sánchez played a key role in drafting the Employee Free Choice Act and has served as Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus. Through her leadership, she works to ensure that federal policies reflect the needs and values of her diverse Southern California community.
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2013–Present

    Represented California's 38th congressional district for 7 terms.

  • U.S. Representative

    2003–2013

    Represented California's 39th congressional district for 5 terms.

  • Executive Secretary/treasurer, Orange County Central Labor Council executive secretary, Afl-Cio

    2000–02

  • Compliance Officer, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 441, National Electrical Contractors Association

    1998

  • Attorney

Policy Focus
Education22%
Taxation17%
Armed Forces and National Security12%
Health11%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Linda Sánchez's record in Congress.

  • Labor Rights Advocacy

    Co-founded the Congressional Labor and Working Families Caucus to advance pro-worker policies in Congress.

  • Violence Against Women Act

    Helped reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act, strengthening protections for domestic violence survivors.

  • Child Tax Credit Expansion

    Supported legislation expanding the Child Tax Credit to help working families with children.

  • STEM Education Funding

    Secured federal funding to support STEM education initiatives in underserved California communities.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Ways and Means

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