Representative Luz Rivas, Democratic from California

Luz Rivas

Representative · California · Democrat

Luz Rivas

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Madam Chair, I missed three votes during a vote series today. Had I been present, I would have voted NO on Roll Call No. 255, NO on Roll Call No. 256, and NO on Roll Call No. 257. Amendment No. 4 Offered by Ms. Boebert The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on amendment No. 4, printed in part A of House Report 119-755, offered by the gentlewoman from Colorado (Ms. Boebert), on which further proceedings were postponed and on which the noes prevailed by voice vote. The Clerk will redesignate the amendment. The Clerk redesignated the amendment.
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027··Share
Mr. Speaker, last September, the Trump administration announced that it would roll back the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, or the GHGRP. I led 29 of my colleagues urging the EPA to preserve the GHGRP. I also introduced a resolution to protect it from the Trump administration's attacks. Since 2010, the GHGRP has collected and tracked greenhouse gas emissions from more than 8,000 sites, including landfills, power plants, and oil refineries.
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Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate North Hollywood High School for placing fifth in the National Science Bowl. Led by North Hollywood teacher and coach Altair Maine, Connor Zhao, Connor Chang, Mingao Guo, Suzuko Ohshima, and Charles Huang, this team proudly represented Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley in a nationwide competition of 65 high school teams. In a crowded and competitive field, the team showed their teamwork and exceptional STEM knowledge by answering complex questions about biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, energy, and math.
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Biography
Luz Rivas, an engineer and former nonprofit founder, brings a problem-solving mindset to her role as U.S. Representative for California’s 29th district, first elected in 2024. She prioritizes expanding STEM education, addressing homelessness, and improving environmental resilience in her community. Rivas authored legislation to increase federal funding for after-school STEM programs and serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. She engages with her district through regular town halls and advocates for pragmatic solutions that reflect the needs of San Fernando Valley residents.
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2025–Present

    Represented California's 29th congressional district for 1 term.

  • Member, California State Assembly (43rd District)

    2018–2024

    Served as a Democratic member of the California State Assembly representing the 43rd district before her election to Congress.

  • Commissioner, Los Angeles Board of Public Works

    Served on Los Angeles' City Public Works Commission prior to her state legislative service.

  • Founder, DIY Girls

    Founded a Pacoima-based nonprofit organization encouraging school-age girls to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers.

  • Engineer, Motorola

    Worked as an electrical engineer at Motorola after earning her bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

Policy Focus
Science, Technology, Communications60%
Immigration20%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Luz Rivas's record in Congress.

  • STEM Education Advocacy

    Authored legislation expanding access to STEM education and after-school programs for underserved students in California.

  • Homeless Services Funding

    Secured increased state funding to support homeless outreach and housing services in the San Fernando Valley.

  • Environmental Justice

    Championed laws to improve air quality monitoring and reduce pollution in disadvantaged communities.

  • Wildfire Prevention

    Advanced legislation to improve emergency alert systems and wildfire preparedness in high-risk areas.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
  • House Committee on Natural Resources

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