Summary
Current Position: Farmer, businessman of District 13
Affiliation: Republican
District: all of Merced County; most of the population of Madera County; and parts of Stanislaus, Fresno, and San Joaquin Counties. It includes the cities of Merced, Madera, Ceres, Patterson, Lathrop, Chowchilla, Atwater, Coalinga, and Mendota; as well as the southern parts of both Modesto and Turlock.[
John Scott Duarte is an American politician, businessman, nurseryman, and pistachio farmer. In 1989, Duarte began his career as a vice president of sales for Duarte Trees & Vines, which was founded by his parents in 1988. In 2007, he became the company’s chief executive officer and president.
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Los Angeles Times, – April 26, 2024
California House Districts 13, 22, 27, 41, 45, and 47.
Over 2,000 miles west of the nation’s Capitol, the battle for control of the House of Representatives in 2025 is being waged in farmland along Highway 99, fast-growing commuter communities north and east of Los Angeles and Orange County beach towns and inland suburbs.
While Republicans currently have a razor-thin majority in the House, partisan makeup of next year’s Congress will almost certainly be decided this November — at least in part — by a handful of hypercompetitive California races.
California “is, along with New York, one of the two most important paths to potential Democratic control of the House,” said Dave Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst for the nonpartisan Cook Political Report.
About
Source: Government
Congressman John Duarte is a fourth-generation farmer, businessman, and Valley native who proudly calls Modesto, California home. Currently, Congressman Duarte is serving his first term in the 118th Congress as Representative of California’s 13th District. He and his wife, Alexandra have run a farming operation of vineyards and orchards together in the Central Valley since 1989. John and Alexandra are also the parents of four wonderful children that they are proud to have raised in the Central Valley’s public school system.
Congressman Duarte holds key subcommittee assignments across three committees, reflecting his diverse interests and expertise. Within the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, he serves as the Vice-Chair of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, playing a crucial role in shaping policies related to transportation infrastructure. Additionally, he serves on the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, where he works on issues concerning transportation safety and efficiency. Congressman Duarte is a member of the Subcommittee on Water Resources, focusing on water management and related infrastructure projects. On the House Natural Resources Committee, he contributes to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries, advocating for responsible stewardship of water resources and wildlife conservation. In addition, he serves on the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, addressing matters related to energy production and mineral extraction.
Through his work on the House Committee on Agriculture, Congressman Duarte brings his expertise to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit, examining policies concerning agricultural commodities and financial support. Among his other assignments, Congressman Duarte serves on the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology, emphasizing sustainable farming practices and advancements in agricultural research. Through these subcommittee assignments, Congressman John Duarte actively participates in shaping legislation and policies that impact California’s 13th Congressional District.
Personal
Full Name: John Duarte
Gender: Male
Family: Wife: Alexandra; 4 Children
Birth Place: Hughson
Home City: Modesto, CA
Source: MBA, Business Administration and Management, University of the Pacific, 1994-1997 BBA, Finance, San Diego State University, 1985-1989 Representative, United States House of Representatives, California, District 13, 2023-present Candidate, United States House of Representatives, California, District 13, 2022 President, Duarte Nursery, Incorporated, 1989-Present Washington DC Office California Office Email: Government Source: none To learn more, go to the wikipedia section in this post. Source: Vote Smart Infrastructure is the backbone of the United States economy. As a Member of the House Transportation Committee, I work on legislation surrounding a wide range of issues related to transportation, infrastructure development, and public works projects. The committee plays a crucial role in shaping transportation and infrastructure policy, as well as overseeing the implementation of existing laws and regulations in these areas. Our jurisdiction covers various modes of transportation, including aviation, highways, railroads, pipelines, and maritime transportation. We also address issues related to water resources, including flood control, navigation, and water supply. Additionally, the committee deals with infrastructure development and maintenance, such as the construction of roads, bridges, airports, and public buildings. We are responsible for crafting legislation, conducting hearings, and engaging in oversight activities to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the nation’s transportation and infrastructure systems. As a Member of the House Natural Resources Committee, I am dedicated to ensuring the safe and effective use of our abundant natural resources. Our primary responsibility is to oversee and legislate matters related to the management and conservation of natural resources, including federal and public lands, water resources, wildlife, energy production, national parks, offshore drilling, renewable energy development, mining, and endangered species protection. The committee plays a crucial role in shaping policies and laws that impact the nation’s environmental and natural resource sectors, and provides oversight on various agencies and departments, including the Department of the Interior, the Department of Energy, and the U.S. Forest Service. As a lifelong farmer, I am honored to be a member of the House Agriculture Committee. We are responsible for the oversight and regulation of policies related to agriculture, rural development, food safety, nutrition, and forestry. The committee plays a crucial role in shaping agricultural legislation and policies that impact farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and consumers across the country. Additionally, the Committee conducts hearings and oversight of the Department of Agriculture. Specifically, our jurisdiction covers a wide range of issues, such as crop insurance, farm subsidies, agricultural research, food assistance programs, and trade policies affecting agricultural products. We work closely with industry stakeholders, advocacy groups, and other governmental bodies to develop policies that support the sustainability, productivity, and competitiveness of the agricultural sector while addressing the needs and concerns of American farmers and consumers. Source: Government page Source: Government page Source: Wikipedia The 13th district no longer consists of the northwestern portion of Alameda County. Cities in the former 13th district included Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, Piedmont, and San Leandro. In the 2022 redistricting cycle, the district was moved to the San Joaquin Valley, while the old 13th district was renumbered as the 12th. The new 13th district includes all of Merced County; most of the population of Madera County; and parts of Stanislaus, Fresno, and San Joaquin Counties. It includes the cities of Merced, Madera, Ceres, Patterson, Lathrop, Chowchilla, Atwater, Coalinga, and Mendota; as well as the southern parts of both Modesto and Turlock. The new 13th district is considered a Democratic-leaning swing district. Despite that, Duarte was narrowly elected to represent it in 2022. As a result, it was one of 18 districts that would have voted for Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election had they existed in their current configuration while being won or held by a Republican in 2022. John Scott Duarte (/duˈɑːrteɪ/ doo-AR-tay; born September 9, 1966) is an American politician, businessman, nurseryman, and pistachio farmer.[1][2][3] A member of the Republican Party, he has served as the U.S. representative for California’s 13th congressional district since 2023.[4] California’s 13th congressional district was considered a competitive race that would help determine control of the House in the 2022 midterm elections.[5] His election was the second-closest in the nation, behind Lauren Boebert‘s election in Colorado’s 3rd congressional district.[6] Duarte was born on September 9, 1966, in Modesto, California, to Jim and Anita Duarte. He is of Portuguese ancestry.[7] Duarte graduated from the University of the Pacific’s Eberhardt School of Business with an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in finance from San Diego State University in 1989.[8] In 1989, Duarte began his career as a vice president of sales for Duarte Trees & Vines, which was founded by his parents in 1988. In 2007, he became the company’s chief executive officer and president.[9] In 2017, Duarte was ordered to pay a $2.8 million government fine after the United States Army Corps of Engineers claimed that he had violated the Clean Water Act by plowing a field to plant wheat on his property in Tehama County.[10] On March 9, 2022, Duarte launched a campaign to represent California’s 13th congressional district after the 2020 United States redistricting cycle created a new district based in the Central Valley. He and state Assemblyman Adam Gray advanced to the general election.[11] He defeated Gray in the 2022 United States House of Representatives elections by 564 votes in an upset. He was declared the winner on December 3, 2022, almost a month after the election.[12] Duarte was sworn into office on January 3, 2023. He supported Kevin McCarthy for Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.[13] In October 2023, Duarte said that House Speaker Kevin McCarthy should be reinstated as Speaker due to the unrest in Israel changing the political dynamics and stakes in the U.S. House.[14] After McCarthy’s ouster, Duarte supported Steve Scalise as the nominee.[15] Once Scalise dropped out, Duarte voted for Jim Jordan on the House floor.[16] For the 118th Congress:[17] Duarte has said “I don’t care about party politics” and that “I’ll stand against ‘the woke.’ I’ll stand against the ultra-conservatives.”[18] Building new infrastructure to secure water for the San Joaquin Valley is one of Duarte’s top priorities.[18] In 2023, Duarte was one of two Republicans to vote against the Ronny Jackson amendment to H.R. 2670: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which would prohibit the Secretary of Defense from paying for or reimbursing expenses relating to abortion services.[19][20] In 2023, Duarte was the only Republican to vote against the Matt Rosendale amendment to H.R. 2670: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which would prohibit TRICARE from covering and the Department of Defense from furnishing gender affirmation surgeries and gender hormone treatments for transgender individuals.[21][22] Duarte was one of 41 Republicans to vote against the Bob Good amendment to H.R. 2670: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which would defund a congressionally mandated commission tasked with renaming Army bases and military property named in honor of Confederate leaders.[23][24] Duarte has described himself as “immigration fluid”, meaning that he both supports greater border security but also recognizes that agriculture depends on farmworkers who lack legal immigration status. He has said only a bipartisan approach will effectively address immigration issues.[18] In 2023, Duarte was one of two Republicans who voted against H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act. He called the E-Verify program “devastating for farmers.”[25] Duarte is a sponsor of the Farm Worker Modernization Act which seeks to boost foreign worker availability in the U.S., with benefits to both employers and laborers.[26] Duarte supports Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).[27] Duarte voted to provide Israel with support following the 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.[28][29] Duarte lives with his wife, Alexandra, on a pistachio and almond farm outside of Modesto in rural Stanislaus County. They have four children. Duarte is an Episcopalian.[31] General election: Education
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1535 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-1947
Office Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET
90 S. First Street
Turlock, CA 95380
Phone: (209) 226-6880
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California’s 13th congressional district is a congressional district in the U.S. state of California. John Duarte, a Republican, has represented this district since January 2023.Wikipedia
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2022
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Year Office Party Primary General Result Swing Ref. Total % P. Total % P. 2022 U.S. House Republican 26,163 34.25% 1st 67,060 50.21% 1st Won Gain [30] Source: Secretary of State of California | Statewide Election Results Personal life
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