For the past month, we have been home in our districts, listening to our constituents. For me, they run up on me in the streets, in the grocery store, and at church. What I am hearing is very simple: People are tired of paying more and getting less, and they have a lot of questions. I am going to tell you what I am hearing. I am going to share with you the questions that my constituents are asking because there are huge gaps between what this administration promises and has promised and what working families are actually experiencing.
2026 MidtermsSolid SeatD+100$457K raised
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Representative · California · Democrat
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, I rise to applaud my Republican colleagues for condemning President Trump's socialist actions, but they won't admit that the President is the biggest socialist in America today. President Trump has turned the Federal Government into a shareholder in private American companies, taking ownership stakes in companies and putting Washington directly into the business of picking winners and losers. So let's get into it, Mr. Speaker. Democrats want to make sure American families can put food on the table. Donald Trump has taken a 10 percent stake in Intel Corporation.
Biography
Sydney Kamlager-Dove began her public service as a community advocate focused on criminal justice reform and access to healthcare. Elected to represent California’s 37th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022, she prioritizes equity in health policy, environmental justice, and expanding economic opportunities. Kamlager-Dove has introduced legislation to address maternal health disparities and serves on the House Committee on Natural Resources, advancing policies for cleaner air and water. Through pragmatic coalition-building and attentive district outreach, she amplifies the voices of underrepresented communities in Los Angeles and works to ensure federal policy reflects their needs.
Education
- M.A., Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA1996
- B.A. in Political Science, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA1994
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2023-PresentRepresenting California's 37th district
Member, California Senate
2021–22Member, California Assembly
2018–21Staffer, California State senator Holly Mitchell
2013–18Staffer, California Assemblywoman Holly Mitchell
2010–13Nonprofit Director
Division Manager
Policy Focus
International Affairs20%
Crime and Law Enforcement20%
Families11%
Education9%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Sydney Kamlager-Dove's record in Congress.
Mental Health Justice Act
Introduced legislation to fund mental health professionals as first responders for mental health emergencies.
Maternal Health Advocacy
Championed policies to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black women.
Reentry Housing Funding
Secured federal funding to support housing for formerly incarcerated individuals in Los Angeles.
Environmental Justice Grants
Helped obtain federal grants for environmental cleanup and pollution reduction in underserved California communities.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on the Judiciary
- House Committee on Foreign Affairs
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