David Valadao

Why they say you should vote for them

The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.

• Says the Central Valley needs "strong, practical leadership" from someone who understands Valley families' challenges.[1],[2]
• Says he will protect the Valley's water, address inflation and gas prices, and bring new jobs and job training to the region.[2]
• Says he will stand up for seniors and veterans to ensure they get the benefits they have earned.[2]

Background

• U.S. Representative (District 21, then District 22), U.S. House of Representatives · 2013–2019; 2021–present[4],[5]
• Chair, Republican Governance Group · 2025–present[4]
• Member, 30th Assembly District, California State Assembly · 2010–2012[2],[5]
• Dairy farmer; Regional Leadership Council Chairman, Family dairy farm; Land O'Lakes, Inc.[2],[5]

Education

• Attended, College of the Sequoias[2],[5]

Where they stand

• Agriculture
  Opposes the State Water Resources Control Board's 2026 Bay-Delta plan, saying it departs from a 2022 agreement and threatens Central Valley water supplies.[6]
• Immigration
  Supports border security and an earned pathway to legal status for immigrants with established roots in their communities, and says farmworkers should not have to live in fear of enforcement.[7]
• Energy & Environment
  Says regulation and litigation are blocking energy development and raising costs; led a letter urging the governor to withdraw a state replacement-tire efficiency rule.[3],[8]
• Health Care
  Says affordable health care should be available to all, with reforms that lower costs while maintaining access for the elderly, the poor and people with pre-existing conditions.[3]
• Taxes
  Says Washington should balance the budget and spend no more than it takes in.[3]

Voting record

A selection of notable recorded votes. Not a complete record.

In their words