Vicente Gonzalez
Sourced recordU.S. House - TX District 34 · Congressional District 34
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Profile Snapshot
Vicente Gonzalez Jr. is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the U.S. representative for Texas's 34th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented Texas's 15th congressional district from 2017 to 2023. His South Texas district extends along the Gulf Coast from Brownsville, on the Mexican border, to Corpus Christi. (Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
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Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
Freedom of Speech
Religious Liberty
Second Amendment
Due Process
Separation of Powers
Limited Government
Federalism / States' Rights
Judicial Philosophy
Protection of Individual Rights
Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
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Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
Sanctity of Life
Marriage
Gender & Biological Reality
Parental Rights
School Choice
Child Protection
Human Trafficking
Adoption & Foster Care
Family Stability
Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
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Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
Promise Keeping
Honesty
Transparency
Ethics
Corruption Record
Financial Accountability
Abuse of Power
Consistency
Leadership Character
National Security, Law & Elections
20%The public record on national defense, borders, elections, law enforcement, public safety, and foreign policy.
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National Security, Law & Elections
20%The public record on national defense, borders, elections, law enforcement, public safety, and foreign policy.
Border Security
Immigration Policy
National Defense
Veterans
Law & Order
Support for Law Enforcement
Election Integrity
Public Safety
Foreign Policy
Economic Stewardship
20%The public record on taxes, debt, spending, regulation, energy, growth, and small business.
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Economic Stewardship
20%The public record on taxes, debt, spending, regulation, energy, growth, and small business.
Fiscal Responsibility
Balanced Budget
National Debt
Tax Policy
Inflation
Government Spending
Regulatory Reform
Energy Independence
Economic Growth
Small Business
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Evidence & Sources
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- PartialVicente Gonzalez is a candidate for U.S. House - TX District 34profile identity· OpenFEC
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes
- VerifiedVoted Yea on EARLY Act Reauthorization
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the “Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic”
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
- VerifiedVoted No on On Agreeing to the Amendment
- VerifiedVoted Yea on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Nay on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Sunshine Protection Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Improving Travel for American Families Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted No on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and publicly release records relating to monetary settlements involving acts of sexual harassment
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon
- VerifiedVoted Yea on TRIA Program Reauthorization Act
- VerifiedRaised $3,773,915.07 in the 2026 cycle
- VerifiedPublic statement: Congressman Gonzalez Urges U.S. Board on Geographic Names to Listen to Local Leaders and Reject Unnecessary Proposal to Rename Boca Chica Beach
- VerifiedPublic statement: Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Secures $850,000 for City of Mercedes to Expand Stormwater Management System
- VerifiedPublic statement: ICYMI: Congressman Gonzalez Delivers $850,000 in Federal Funds to City of Combes for Upgrades to Sewage Systems
- VerifiedPublic statement: Congressman Vicente Gonzalez’s Bill to Increase Housing and Lower Costs Passed Congress, Sent to President’s Desk
- VerifiedPublic statement: Congressman Gonzalez Joins Texas Democratic Delegation To Demand Answers About Resurgence of New World Screwworm
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Vicente Gonzalez Secures $850,000 for Mercedes Stormwater System Upgrade - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Secures $850,000 for City of Mercedes to Expand Stormwater Management System - House.gov
- VerifiedNews coverage: GOP Targets Vicente Gonzalez’ Record in Drug Trafficking, Human Smuggling Cases - Texas Scorecard
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Vicente Gonzalez Bill on Housing Affordability Passes Congress - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Press Release: Vicente Gonzalez, Texas Democrats Seek USDA Briefing on New World Screwworm Response - Quiver Quantitative
- VerifiedNews coverage: Where have all the Blue Dogs gone? Ask Vicente Gonzalez - Roll Call
- VerifiedNews coverage: Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition - House.gov
- VerifiedNews coverage: Vicente Gonzalez wins Democratic nomination in US House District 34 race - ValleyCentral.com
Bills & Legislative Work
2026-05-07: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2026-03-16: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2026-02-23: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2025-10-31: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
2025-07-24: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
2025-09-08: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 207.
2025-03-03: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2025-01-16: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
2025-01-02: Became Public Law No: 118-220.
2023-07-25: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Voting Record Feed
Public Statements
mb"> Home Media Press Releases July 9, 2026 Press Release Brownsville, Texas – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) urged the U.S. Board on Geographic Names’ Domestic Names Committee to oppose a proposal to rename Boca Chica Beach to “Cyber Beach.” The federal naming committee provided less than a 24-hours-notice of a vote that would take place today, July 9, at 2 p.m. The lack of transparency is nothing more than an attempt to silence the people of Cameron County and erase our region’s
ad More Image July 7, 2026 Press Release “Improving public safety and strengthening our local economy requires resilient infrastructure that can withstand the frequent challenges of extreme weather in South Texas,” said Congressman Gonzalez. “I proudly fought in Congress for this federal investment to help improve the City’s stormwater system and ensure our homes and businesses are protected from heavy rainfall and reduce the risk of flooding. Together, alongside the City of Mercedes and all ou
/div> Image June 29, 2026 Press Release “A working sewage system is essential to safeguarding public health, preserving the environment, and keeping our communities safe,” said Congressman Gonzalez. “Last year’s devastating storms and flash floods left the City of Combes’ lift stations in need of urgent repairs. That’s why I worked alongside local leaders to champion this community project funding in Congress. With this investment, we will strengthen our ability to maintain reliable sewage oper
s hit flood-prone areas like the Rio Grande Valley.” Issues : Transportation & Infrastructure Read More June 24, 2026 Press Release “South Texas is rapidly transforming, and we must meet the housing needs of our population,” said Congressman Gonzalez. “However, our region is facing an alarming labor shortage due to rising costs and a reckless ICE agency indiscriminately targeting construction sites and delaying the ability to build enough housing for families. There is still much work to be don
p;I look forward to seeing it signed into law.” Issues : Transportation & Infrastructure Read More June 22, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C.—After sounding the alarm for nearly two years, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) took additional steps last week alongside Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and the Texas Democratic Delegation in demanding answers from United States Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) Brooke Rollins and requesting a briefing on how the USDA plans to address the resur
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