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BAKERSFIELD, CA — On Memorial Day, Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) held a meet-and-greet with this years’ service academy nominees from California’s 20th Congressional District, each of whom accepted appointments to one of the United States service academies. Nominees were selected after applying earlier this academic year, through a competitive process that included many applicants committed to academic excellence, leadership, and service.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This morning, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed H.R. 8870, the BUILD America 250 Act with Rep. Vince Fong’s (CA-20) support.
The BUILD America 250 Act is a five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill that invests in American roads, bridges, rail transportation, and infrastructure. It prioritizes safety, efficiency, and innovation, including the first-ever federal framework for self-driving commercial vehicles, championed by Rep. Fong.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This morning, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed the BUILD America 250 Act with Congressman Vince Fong’s (CA-20) autonomous vehicle trucking framework.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, bipartisan legislation to expand housing supply, cut unnecessary regulatory barriers, and restore affordability to the American housing market. Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) voted in support of the bill.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) introduced the Creating Accountability in Loan (CAL) Repayment Act to rein in pandemic-era unemployment mismanagement and fraud and protect taxpayer-funded public resources.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) today announced he successfully secured $5 million in Community Project Funding for the San Joaquin Valley Golden Mussel Watercraft Inspection Program in the FY2027 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.
This legislation was advanced by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies. It now moves to the full House Appropriations Committee for consideration.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 8469, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027 (MilCon/VA). Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) voted yes. The bill includes critical investments in military infrastructure that support readiness, veterans’ health, support services, and commitments to the well-being of military families.
BAKERSFIELD, CA – This weekend, Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20) held a reception to announce the winners of the 2026 “An Artistic Discovery” Congressional Art Competition for high school students in our community. Students from across the district had the opportunity to submit a personal piece of art for consideration earlier this year.
The winner receives a trip to Washington, D.C. to the “An Artistic Discovery” exhibit opening and has their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol.
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act (Farm Bill), a comprehensive package to support America’s farmers and food production. Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20) voted yes.