Years in Office
12
Bills Sponsored
265
Bills Co-Sponsored
1892
Committees
1
Raul Ruiz Biography
Raul Ruiz, an emergency room physician, grew up in Coachella, California, as the son of farmworkers. Elected to represent California’s 25th Congressional District in 2012, he has prioritized public health, veterans’ affairs, and environmental protections. Ruiz authored the Burn Pit Registry Act to help veterans exposed to toxic substances and serves as ranking member of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic. He consistently advocates for improved healthcare access and disaster preparedness, bringing a practical, service-oriented approach to representing his diverse district.
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2013-Present)Representing California's 25th district
Senior Associate Dean, School of Medicine at University of California Riverside
(2011)Founder, Coachella Valley Healthcare Initiative
(2010)Emergency Physician, Eisenhower Medical Center
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Raul Ruiz's congressional service.
Veterans' Access to Care
Authored the Veterans' Access to Speedy Review Act to expedite veterans' disability claims appeals.
Salton Sea Restoration Funding
Secured federal funding for environmental restoration projects at the Salton Sea to address public health and ecological concerns.
COVID-19 Relief for Farmworkers
Helped obtain PPE and COVID-19 testing resources for agricultural workers in Riverside County during the pandemic.
Public Safety Communications
Introduced the Public Safety Officer Pandemic Response Act to extend benefits to first responders affected by COVID-19.
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