Alex Padilla

Alex Padilla

3/9/2025, 12:42 PM
Status
Active
State
California
Last Reported Cash on Hand
$7,097,330.99
Date of Birth
1973-03-22
Gender
Male

Contact Information

Full Address
331 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Phone
(202) 224-3553
City
Washington
State
DC
Zip
20510

Party History

2021
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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal
Alex Padilla advocates for policies that promote economic growth through sustainable means, focusing on infrastructure development, job creation, and support for small businesses. He supports raising the minimum wage and expanding workers' rights.

Agriculture

Liberal
Padilla supports sustainable agricultural practices and policies that address the challenges of climate change. He advocates for resources and subsidies to assist small and family-owned farms and emphasizes the importance of agricultural workers' rights.

Immigration

Extremely liberal
Padilla is a strong advocate for comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, protection for DACA recipients, and fair treatment of asylum seekers.

Education

Liberal
He supports increased funding for public education, access to affordable higher education, student debt relief, and investment in STEM programs to prepare students for the future workforce.

Energy

Liberal
Padilla advocates for the transition to renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, and supports federal investments in clean energy technology and infrastructure.

Climate change

Extremely liberal
He prioritizes addressing climate change through ambitious legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions, protecting natural resources, and transitioning to a green economy.

Healthcare

Liberal
Padilla supports expanding access to healthcare through the Affordable Care Act and advocates for a universal healthcare system to ensure coverage for all Americans.

Housing

Liberal
He supports policies aimed at increasing affordable housing availability, measures to prevent homelessness, and protections for renters and homeowners.

Transportation

Liberal
Padilla advocates for federal investment in modernizing transportation infrastructure, including public transit systems, and supports policies that reduce emissions from transportation.

Veterans affairs

Liberal
He supports increasing funding for veterans' healthcare, improving access to mental health services, and expanding job training programs for veterans transitioning to civilian life.

Voting rights

Extremely liberal
Padilla strongly advocates for expanding voting rights and accessibility, supporting measures such as automatic voter registration, vote-by-mail, and protecting against voter suppression.

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