119th Congress
Robert Garcia
Representative, CA-42, California
Party
- Democrat
- Born
- December 2, 1977 (age 48)
- In Congress
- House since 2023
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 98%
- Missed Votes
- 9%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-7924
- Website
- robertgarcia.house.gov
Committees
- Oversight and Government Reform Ranking Member
- Transportation and Infrastructure
Who Is Robert Garcia?
Robert Garcia is a Democratic representative from CA-42 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2023. Born December 2, 1977, Garcia is 48. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Garcia voted on 281 and missed 29. Garcia voted with the majority of their party 98% of the time. Garcia sponsored 21 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Robert Garcia 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 Robert Garcia Sponsored
- Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 (H.R. 5578, Passed the House)
- To name the District of Columbia tuition assistance grant program the "Eleanor Holmes Norton District of Columbia Tuition Assistance Grant Program". (H.R. 9741, In Committee)
- Directing the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives to initiate or intervene in judicial proceedings. (H.Res. 1228, Introduced)
- Piers Reinvestment Act (H.R. 8508, In Committee)
- Stop Militarizing Our Streets Act of 2026 (H.R. 7827, In Committee)
- Stop Ballroom Bribery Act (H.R. 6085, In Committee)
- International Human Rights Defense Act of 2025 (H.R. 6056, In Committee)
- FALCON Act of 2025 (H.R. 5799, In Committee)
- Safe Airspace for Americans Act (H.R. 5231, In Committee)
- Recognizing the immense capacity of the popular arts to bring people together, inspire creativity and imagination, promote critical thinking, and instill the universal values of truth, justice, and equality. (H.Res. 599, Introduced)
- Clean Shipping Act of 2025 (H.R. 4325, In Committee)
- AMMO Act (H.R. 4227, In Committee)
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- Of inquiry requesting the President transmit certain documents in his possession to the House of Representatives relating to the security clearances held by Elon Musk, members of the United States Department of Government Efficiency Service, and any other individual considered to be a member of the DOGE team. (H.Res. 264, Introduced)
- SHIELD Act (H.R. 3101, In Committee)
- CLEAR Skies Act (H.R. 2932, In Committee)
- People Over Parking Act of 2025 (H.R. 2710, In Committee)
- Hatch Act Enforcement Transparency and Accountability Act (H.R. 1688, In Committee)
- Fair Disaster Assistance Act of 2025 (H.R. 1164, In Committee)
- FLASH Act of 2025 (H.R. 767, In Committee)
- SEWER Act (H.R. 766, In Committee)
- ICE Security Reform Act of 2025 (H.R. 673, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Garcia spoke on the floor 21 times on 18 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, July 14, 2026, 236 wordsCommon Cents Act
I am proud to co-lead this legislation with Representative Lisa McClain, and I rise, of course, in strong support of this bill.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, June 25, 2026, 12 wordsRemoval of Name of Member as Cosponsor of H.R. 2555That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
- House, April 21, 2026, 12 wordsRemoval of Name of Member as Cosponsor of H.R. 1229That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
- House, February 4, 2026, 348 wordsDisapproving the Action of the District of Columbia Council in Approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025
I also strongly oppose this resolution, which is yet another attack on the rights of over 700,000 D.C. residents.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 11, 2025, 889 wordsProtect America's Workforce Act
I rise in strong support of the Protecting America's Workforce Act, which will restore collective bargaining rights for more than 1 million Federal workers.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 9, 2025, 894 wordsHonoring the Life and Legacy of Mayor Robert Foster
I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Mayor Bob Foster.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, November 19, 2025, 650 wordsDistrict of Columbia Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
I strongly oppose the legislation which is in front of us, which is another completely unacceptable attack on the District and on democratic principles.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, November 19, 2025, 511 wordsCommon-Sense Law Enforcement and Accountability Now in DC Act of 2025
I stand tonight to strongly oppose this bill, which repeals commonsense criminal justice reforms that were passed by D.C.'s elected representatives in the wake of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, November 18, 2025, 244 wordsEpstein Files Transparency Act
It is wonderful to hear Republicans, and certainly the chairman of our committee, finally want transparency on this issue. It is time to end this White House coverup now.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, September 18, 2025, 434 wordsHonoring the Life and Legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk
I rise today to speak on the principles that bind us together as a nation. First and foremost, we must acknowledge the human cost of this horrific tragedy. A wife has lost her husband, children have lost their father, and a family has been shattered by senseless violence.
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- District of Columbia Judicial Nominations Reform Act (House, September 17, 2025)
- District of Columbia Policing Protection Act (House, September 17, 2025)
- DC Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act (House, September 16, 2025)
- Lowering Age at Which a Minor May Be Tried as Adult for Certain Criminal Offenses in District of Columbia (House, September 16, 2025)
- Release the Epstein Files (House, July 16, 2025)
- Providing for Consideration of Senate Amendment to H.R. 1, One Big Beautiful Bill Act (House, July 2, 2025)
- Condemning the Attacks on Minnesota Lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota, and Calling for Unity and the Rejection of Political Violence in Minnesota and Across the United States (House, June 24, 2025)
- Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025 (House, June 3, 2025)
- Gross Violations of Law by Trump Administration (House, May 7, 2025)
- Trump Immigration Policies (House, April 30, 2025)
- Honoring Jane Conoley (House, April 7, 2025)
California in Congress →
- Alex Padilla (D, Senate)
- Adam B. Schiff (D, Senate)
- Pete Aguilar (D, House)
- Nanette Diaz Barragán (D, House)
- Ami Bera (D, House)
- Julia Brownley (D, House)
- Ken Calvert (R, House)
- Salud O. Carbajal (D, House)
- Judy Chu (D, House)
- J. Luis Correa (D, House)
- Jim Costa (D, House)
- Mark DeSaulnier (D, House)
- Vince Fong (R, House)
- Laura Friedman (D, House)
- James Gallagher (R, House)
- John Garamendi (D, House)
- Jimmy Gomez (D, House)
- Adam Gray (D, House)
- Josh Harder (D, House)
- Jared Huffman (D, House)
- Darrell Issa (R, House)
- Sara Jacobs (D, House)
- Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. (D, House)
- Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D, House)
- Ro Khanna (D, House)
- Kevin Kiley (I, House)
- Young Kim (R, House)
- Mike Levin (D, House)
- Sam T. Liccardo (D, House)
- Ted Lieu (D, House)
- Zoe Lofgren (D, House)
- Doris O. Matsui (D, House)
- Tom McClintock (R, House)
- Dave Min (D, House)
- Kevin Mullin (D, House)
- Jay Obernolte (R, House)
- Jimmy Panetta (D, House)
- Nancy Pelosi (D, House)
- Scott H. Peters (D, House)
- Luz M. Rivas (D, House)
- Raul Ruiz (D, House)
- Linda T. Sánchez (D, House)
- Brad Sherman (D, House)
- Lateefah Simon (D, House)
- Mark Takano (D, House)
- Mike Thompson (D, House)
- Norma J. Torres (D, House)
- Derek Tran (D, House)
- David G. Valadao (R, House)
- Juan Vargas (D, House)
- Aisha Wahab (D, House)
- Maxine Waters (D, House)
- George Whitesides (D, House)
Questions About Robert Garcia
Is Robert Garcia still in Congress?
Yes. Robert Garcia is serving as representative from CA-42 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Robert Garcia?
Robert Garcia is a Democrat.
When is Robert Garcia up for reelection?
Garcia's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Robert Garcia?
Robert Garcia was born December 2, 1977 and is 48.
How often does Robert Garcia vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Garcia voted with the majority of their party 98% of the time.
What committees is Robert Garcia on?
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform (Ranking Member); House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.