Issues
A booming, equitable economy is critical to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for working families. Congresswoman Garcia believes that every worker, regardless of their industry, has the right to earn a fair and living wage, join a union, collectively bargain, and safely work free from hazards or harassment.
Throughout her career in public service, Congresswoman Garcia has been fighting for clean air and clean water in the greater Houston area. When she served as a local Texas elected official, she helped make progress on cleaning up Superfund sites and the San Jacinto River.
Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia understands that improving and expanding access to care is a top priority for the 29th District of Texas. As a County Commissioner, she worked to expand local community clinics and as a State Senator appealed to state leaders to expand Medicaid in the state. Now, she's working with her colleagues in the House of Representatives to implement a thoughtful and comprehensive healthcare plan for the country.
Veterans are one of the cornerstones of our nation. Our brave heroes answered the call to serve during the toughest times and fought for freedom and peace. As they transition back into civilian life, it is important to provide veterans with the care, services, and benefits that they earned.
Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia has heard her constituents' calls for gun safety and is committed to fighting the gun violence epidemic that plagues our nation. She is a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force.
Congresswoman Garcia is a strong supporter of reforming our broken immigration system and creating one that is more fair, humane, and orderly. She believes our immigration system must help protect our borders, expand legal pathways of migration, and provide a pathway to citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants who call America home.
As one of the first Latina women to represent Texas in Congress, Congresswoman Garcia is committed to fighting for equality for everyone – no matter their race, sexuality, immigration status, or gender identity. She has always been a strong advocate for equal rights since her days as a student fighting for the Equal Rights Amendment.
Congresswoman Garcia has fought to strengthen our infrastructure and keep up with the increase in customer demand.