Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of this amendment to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Today, a rapidly growing number of our families, nearly 13 million, appear severely rent burdened, meaning they spend more than half of their income on housing and utilities. Our housing crisis requires many actions from this Congress, but we should start precisely where we all agree, Republicans and Democrats, on improving affordability through accelerating expansion of housing supply.
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Sam Liccardo
Representative · California · Democrat
Sam Liccardo
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Madam Speaker, I rise today to speak on behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, Representatives Zoe Lofgren, Ro Khanna, and Jimmy Panetta, to recognize Larry Stone, who retired a few months ago as Santa Clara County's longest serving elected official. Larry has been an extraordinary public servant, ethical role model, a mentor to many of us, and a friend to all. Larry served in elected office for 46 years, 30 as Santa Clara County's assessor. He made the most of his notorious role as tax leveler, humorously egging on everyone to boo him at every civic and political event.
Biography
Sam Liccardo, a former city mayor and prosecutor, was elected to represent California in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2024. Known for prioritizing affordable housing, climate resilience, and public safety, Liccardo has authored legislation to accelerate clean energy investment and expand support for wildfire prevention. He serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, where he advocates for sustainable infrastructure funding. Liccardo brings a pragmatic, solution-focused approach to serving his district, emphasizing transparent governance and responsiveness to local needs.
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2025–PresentRepresented California's 16th congressional district for 1 term.
Mayor, City of San Jose
2015–2023Served as the 65th mayor of San Jose, California, after being elected in 2014 and reelected in 2018.
Member, San Jose City Council (District 3)
2007–2014Elected to represent San Jose's District 3 in 2006 and reelected in 2010.
Criminal Prosecutor, Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office
Worked as a criminal prosecutor in the Santa Clara County District Attorney's office prior to his first election to public office in 2006.
Policy Focus
Housing and Community Development36%
Armed Forces and National Security9%
Finance and Financial Sector9%
Economics and Public Finance9%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Sam Liccardo's record in Congress.
Homelessness Initiatives
Led San Jose’s All the Way Home campaign, housing over 1,600 homeless veterans by 2020.
Affordable Housing Funding
Secured voter approval for Measure E, generating hundreds of millions for affordable housing in San Jose.
Public Safety Technology
Expanded San Jose’s use of police body cameras and technology to improve transparency and accountability.
Climate Action Leadership
Championed San Jose Clean Energy, making it the largest community choice clean energy program in California.
Committee Assignments
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