119th Congress
Derek Tran
Representative, CA-45, California
Party
- Democrat
- Born
- December 22, 1980 (age 45)
- In Congress
- House since 2025
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 89%
- Missed Votes
- 0%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-2415
- Website
- tran.house.gov
Committees
- Armed Services
- Small Business
Who Is Derek Tran?
Derek Tran is a Democratic representative from CA-45 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2025. Born December 22, 1980, Tran is 45. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Tran voted on 308 and missed 1. Tran voted with the majority of their party 89% of the time. Tran sponsored 17 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Derek Tran Voted
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- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- NayPROOF Act
- NayLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- YeaDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Derek Tran Sponsored
- Housing COST Act (H.R. 10613, In Committee)
- EMT Act (H.R. 10349, In Committee)
- Hazardous Materials Transparency Act (H.R. 10108, In Committee)
- Private Detention Corporate Accountability Act of 2026 (H.R. 9883, In Committee)
- Recognizing the 51st anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. (H.Res. 1235, Introduced)
- Carlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Improvement Act (H.R. 8066, In Committee)
- Combating Chinese Communist Party Influence Act (H.R. 7969, In Committee)
- 504 Program Risk Oversight Act (H.R. 5788, Passed the House)
- Youth Substance Use Prevention and Awareness Act (H.R. 6902, In Committee)
- Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement and the many contributions and sacrifices of Southeast Asian Americans to the United States. (H.Res. 948, Introduced)
- Senior Legal Hotline Act of 2025 (H.R. 6678, In Committee)
- Recognizing the importance of the Vietnamese Heritage Flag. (H.Con.Res. 50, In Committee)
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- SBIR/STTR Foreign Interference Safeguard Act (H.R. 4775, In Committee)
- Baby Food Tax Relief Act (H.R. 4746, In Committee)
- Expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2025, as "Veterans of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Day". (H.Res. 528, Introduced)
- Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. (H.Res. 366, Introduced)
- Protect Veteran Jobs Act (H.R. 1637, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Tran spoke on the floor 21 times on 20 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, July 15, 2026, 175 wordsNational Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
I rise today in support of this en bloc package of bipartisan amendments that includes my amendment, Tran No. 65, which supports the annual U.S.-Vietnam Human Rights Dialogue and reaffirms Congress' commitment to advancing fundamental freedoms and human rights in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, June 4, 2026, 593 wordsGarden Grove Hazmat Crisis
I rise today to thank the first responders who have worked tirelessly to respond to the hazmat crisis at the GKN Aerospace plant in Garden Grove.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 30, 2026, 162 wordsCelebrating 51st Anniversary of Black April
I am proud to introduce a resolution to formally recognize April 30, 2026, as the 51st anniversary of Black April or Thang Tu Den.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 21, 2026, 240 wordsProviding for Consideration of H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act; Providing for Consideration of H. RES. 1182, Expressing Support for Rural Communities Across the United States As...
The Department of Homeland Security has been shut down for 66 days, the longest shutdown in history. Yet, this shutdown is solely the choice of the House majority, my Republican colleagues.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, February 12, 2026, 140 wordsCelebrating Tet
I rise today in celebration of Tet, the Vietnamese lunar new year.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 20, 2026, 390 words504 Program Risk Oversight Act
I rise today in strong support of H.R. 5788, the 504 Program Risk Oversight Act, bipartisan legislation that strengthens one of SBA's most successful financing programs.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 22, 2025, 136 wordsHumanitarian Crisis in Gaza
I rise today to express my horror at the reports coming from Gaza of hundreds of innocent civilians being killed or maimed while they are seeking humanitarian assistance. This is a humanitarian crisis.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 14, 2025, 349 wordsHonoring Veterans of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Day
I rise today to commemorate Honoring Veterans of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Day, or Ngay Quan Luc.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, June 3, 2025, 155 wordsConnecting Small Businesses With Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025
I rise today in support of H.R. 1642, the Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, June 3, 2025, 156 wordsPlain Language in Contracting Act
I rise today in support of H.R. 787, the Plain Language in Contracting Act.
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- Providing for Consideration of H.R. 1, One Big Beautiful Bill Act (House, May 21, 2025)
- Removal of Name of Member as Cosponsor of H.R. 1637 (House, May 8, 2025)
- Celebrating Resilience of Vietnamese People (House, April 30, 2025)
- Recognizing Black April (House, April 29, 2025)
- Reaffirm Commitment to Freedom During Black April (House, April 1, 2025)
- A Republic If We Can Keep It (House, March 26, 2025)
- Providing for Consideration of H.J. RES. 42, Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Submitted by the Department of Energy Relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance... (House, March 4, 2025)
- Democratic Proposals (House, February 26, 2025)
- Small Business Advocacy Improvements Act of 2025 (House, February 24, 2025)
- Happy Lunar New Year (House, January 23, 2025)
- Californians Deserve the Same Disaster Relief Without Any Political Strings Attached (House, January 16, 2025)
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Questions About Derek Tran
Is Derek Tran still in Congress?
Yes. Derek Tran is serving as representative from CA-45 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Derek Tran?
Derek Tran is a Democrat.
When is Derek Tran up for reelection?
Tran's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Derek Tran?
Derek Tran was born December 22, 1980 and is 45.
How often does Derek Tran vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Tran voted with the majority of their party 89% of the time.
What committees is Derek Tran on?
House Committee on Armed Services; House Committee on Small Business.