WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have selflessly answered our nation’s call to serve. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have stood on the front lines of freedom—from the beaches of Normandy to the mountains of Afghanistan, and everywhere in between. They fought for our values, our liberties, and… Read more »

ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA – Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) gathered veteran advocacy leaders from across the district to address the urgent challenges our veteran community faces daily. Leaders from veteran service organizations joined Rep. Garcia and Jon Clark, Staff Director for the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, at City of Hope for a roundtable on the issues impacting those who’ve… Read more »

LANCASTER, CA – Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) held a Veterans Town Hall at the Antelope Valley Community Resource Center, where he connected with veterans, advocates, and local leaders to address urgent issues affecting veterans in CA-27. Joined by Jon Clark, Staff Director for the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Rep. Garcia provided crucial updates on recent legislative wins,… Read more »

SANTA CLARITA, CA—Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) recently assisted the Dodson family in recovering the long-lost military medals of First Lieutenant Lee Dodson, a WWII B-17 pilot who made the ultimate sacrifice during a nighttime raid over Germany on September 13, 1944. Dodson, serving in the 384th Bombardment Group, held his damaged plane steady long enough for his crew to bail out… Read more »

SANTA CLARITA, CA —Rep. Mike Garcia (CA-27) hosted Service Academy Night at the College of the Canyons University Center, where over 200 students and family members filled the room to learn more about the nomination process for the U.S. military service academies. The event was an opportunity for those interested in serving to hear firsthand what it takes to join the ranks as one of our… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Representative Mike Garcia (CA-27) was honored with the prestigious 38th Annual George “Buck” Gillispie Congressional Award by the Blinded American Veterans Foundation (BAVF) for his continued leadership and steadfast support of America’s veterans.   “I am humbled to receive this award and to stand among such remarkable heroes,” said Rep. Garcia. “The Blinded… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, Rep. Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) legislation, H.R. 9468, the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024, was officially signed into law, securing critical benefits for 7 million veterans. This legislation addresses the $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), ensuring that veterans'… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mike Garcia’s (CA-27) Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act, co-led by Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA-50), passed the U.S. House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support. This crucial legislation strengthens Medicare and Medicaid by preventing fraudsters from exploiting deceased providers' National Provider Identifiers (NPIs) to bill these… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mike Garcia’s Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024 passed the House unanimously, fixing a $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Without immediate action by September 20, this shortfall would have prevented the VA from processing benefits payments scheduled for October… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mike Garcia (CA-27) introduced the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024. This critical legislation fully funds the VA’s request for supplemental funding, addressing a $2.883 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Without immediate action, the benefits of over 7 million… Read more »