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Congressional App Challenge
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Service Academy Nominations
High school seniors and qualifying students interested in joining a U.S. service academy in the summer of 2017 can apply to receive a nomination from me. Deadline is November 1, 2016. -
Veterans History Project
If you are a veteran, we invite you to share your story. Contact my office to schedule your interview. -
“I Won’t Stand for the Discrimination of the Elderly”
Rep. Juan Vargas partnered with USA Network to fight against social injustice and promote tolerance through the “I Won’t Stand For…” PSA campaign. -
Reforming Our Immigration System
Rep. Vargas speaks on the House Floor to address the need for comprehensive immigration reform.
Latest News
Rep. Juan Vargas and Rep. Duncan Hunter Introduce the “California New River Restoration Act of 2016”
Washington, DC (July 6, 2016)—Today, Representative Juan Vargas (CA-51) and Representative Duncan Hunter (CA-50) introduced the “California New River Restoration Act of 2016” (H.R. 5629). This bipartisan bill improves restoration and conservation efforts in the New River in both California and Mexico through the creation of a California New River restoration program.
Washington, DC (May 23, 2016) – Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51), California’s border representative applauded the House Appropriations Subcommittee Members for including $248 million for Phase 2 of the Calexico West Land Port of Entry (LPOE) Reconfiguration and Expansion Project in the Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill.
Washington, D.C. (October 8, 2015) - Today, Congressman Juan Vargas (CA-51) introduced the Chicano Park Preservation Act (H.R. 3711). This bill instructs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a thorough study of Chicano Park in order to evaluate its national significance and determine the feasibility of the park becoming a National Historic Landmark.
Brawley, CA (May 5, 2016) – Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51) announced the winner of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition at a reception held in Brawley, California for students, parents and community members.
Washington, DC (April 27, 2016) – Today, Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-51), in conjunction with the Democratic Committee on House Administration, announced a forum on military voting will be held in Chula Vista, CA on Friday, May 6th.