David G. Valadao

Where Valadao stands

Topic headings are Vote Book’s; quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” items are a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote.

Health care

Health care

People who have the ability to work have the ability to either volunteer in their community, go to school or get a job and they can continue to get their benefits. We need people to actually put in and make a fair effort to try to cover their expenses and be a part of their community. This is not an unreasonable ask.

Education

Education

Filing taxes, managing a budget, building savings, and understanding credit are all important life skills, yet too many students graduate high school without the financial knowledge they need to make informed decisions.

Energy & environment

Energy & environment

As co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues, I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan resolution recognizing Armenia’s strong commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship.

Other priorities

Priorities

I’m extremely proud to see my bill, the Romance Scam Prevention Act, signed into law.

Priorities

Medicaid provides critical support to families across the Central Valley, and it’s important we do everything we can to ensure funds are properly distributed.

Priorities

Our veterans have sacrificed so much to protect our nation and preserve our freedoms, and when they come home, they deserve access to high-quality VA healthcare in their communities.

Priorities

I’ve been in contact with the Department of Homeland Security regarding recent immigration enforcement actions in the Central Valley, and they've informed my office that these operations are focused on individuals with active warrants and known criminal histories.

Priorities

As a dairy farmer, I understand water isn’t just another issue for the Central Valley—it’s our way of life.