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Protect Medicaid, nutrition and research
Candidate’s account of past workBut when the Republican majority advanced a budget that would cut Medicaid for hundreds of thousands of Californians, reduce food assistance for families already stretched thin, defund the scientific research that drives our local aerospace economy, and dramatically increase funding for ICE, George voted no.
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But when the Republican majority advanced a budget that would cut Medicaid for hundreds of thousands of Californians, reduce food assistance for families already stretched thin, defund the scientific research that drives our local aerospace economy, and dramatically increase funding for ICE, George voted no.
Expand local employment
Candidate positionAs the CEO of Virgin Galactic, George helped create hundreds of good, mortgage-paying jobs in our area. He knows firsthand how to harness this district’s diverse strengths to cultivate a thriving economy that benefits residents and businesses alike. Together, George knows we can grow local jobs and reduce the hours commuting down to Los Angeles, implement accelerator programs to support the development of small and mid-sized businesses in the district, and prioritize infrastructure projects to enhance our region’s competitiveness and attract new businesses.
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As the CEO of Virgin Galactic, George helped create hundreds of good, mortgage-paying jobs in our area. He knows firsthand how to harness this district’s diverse strengths to cultivate a thriving economy that benefits residents and businesses alike. Together, George knows we can grow local jobs and reduce the hours commuting down to Los Angeles, implement accelerator programs to support the development of small and mid-sized businesses in the district, and prioritize infrastructure projects to enhance our region’s competitiveness and attract new businesses.
Reduce household costs
Candidate positionWe’re all feeling the effects of inflation and higher costs of living. George is fighting day in and day out to lower your healthcare, housing, gas, and grocery bills. George has spent his career solving problems and has reached across the aisle to work on getting housing and fire insurance costs under control, cut taxes for homeowners, lower health care and prescription drug costs, invest in an all-of-the above energy plan to reduce gas and energy prices, cut taxes for the middle class by expanding the SALT deduction, and protect Social Security and Medicare.
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We’re all feeling the effects of inflation and higher costs of living. George is fighting day in and day out to lower your healthcare, housing, gas, and grocery bills. George has spent his career solving problems and has reached across the aisle to work on getting housing and fire insurance costs under control, cut taxes for homeowners, lower health care and prescription drug costs, invest in an all-of-the above energy plan to reduce gas and energy prices, cut taxes for the middle class by expanding the SALT deduction, and protect Social Security and Medicare.
Protect abortion access
Candidate positionEveryone should have the right to make their own healthcare decisions, including those related to reproductive health and abortion access, free from government interference. George is a cosponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would codify Roe v. Wade, and supports access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services.
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Everyone should have the right to make their own healthcare decisions, including those related to reproductive health and abortion access, free from government interference. George is a cosponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would codify Roe v. Wade, and supports access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services.
Ban congressional stock trading
Candidate positionGeorge thinks that it is unacceptable that members of Congress can still trade individual stocks while in office – that’s why he is leading the charge to ban congressional stock trading. When he became a member of Congress, he was the first new member to get rid of any individual stock holdings, to remove even the potential for a conflict of interest. He is also working to ban government officials from betting on world events that they may have insider knowledge of, to make sure that elected officials are focused on representing their communities, not padding their own pockets.
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George thinks that it is unacceptable that members of Congress can still trade individual stocks while in office – that’s why he is leading the charge to ban congressional stock trading. When he became a member of Congress, he was the first new member to get rid of any individual stock holdings, to remove even the potential for a conflict of interest. He is also working to ban government officials from betting on world events that they may have insider knowledge of, to make sure that elected officials are focused on representing their communities, not padding their own pockets.
Invest in wildfire prevention
Candidate positionFrom his first day in office, George has been fighting to protect our communities from catastrophic wildfires. He’s led the charge on reducing fuels in wildland areas, increasing resources for firefighters on the frontlines, and utilizing new technologies to detect and track fires faster. He’s also working to make it easier for families to undertake fire-resistant home improvements.
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From his first day in office, George has been fighting to protect our communities from catastrophic wildfires. He’s led the charge on reducing fuels in wildland areas, increasing resources for firefighters on the frontlines, and utilizing new technologies to detect and track fires faster. He’s also working to make it easier for families to undertake fire-resistant home improvements.
Support local policing
Candidate positionGeorge is grateful every day for the folks who work to protect our communities. In Congress, George has brought back millions in federal funding for local law enforcement, so they can invest in new technology and enhance public safety. By collaborating with local law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and stakeholders, we can develop tailored strategies that address the challenges facing the Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita, and the San Fernando Valley, and create safer neighborhoods for all residents.
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George is grateful every day for the folks who work to protect our communities. In Congress, George has brought back millions in federal funding for local law enforcement, so they can invest in new technology and enhance public safety. By collaborating with local law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and stakeholders, we can develop tailored strategies that address the challenges facing the Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita, and the San Fernando Valley, and create safer neighborhoods for all residents.
Improve border administration
Candidate positionOur immigration system is broken. We need leaders in Congress who will put politics aside to actually fix the problem, not just play political games. That means finally securing our border with investments in advanced technology, hiring more border patrol agents and immigration judges, upgrading ports of entry, and building physical infrastructure where it makes sense. George has spent his career solving problems, and in Congress he will work with anyone – regardless of party – to improve border security and fix our immigration system in a way that strengthens our economy and is true to our history as a nation of immigrants.
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Our immigration system is broken. We need leaders in Congress who will put politics aside to actually fix the problem, not just play political games. That means finally securing our border with investments in advanced technology, hiring more border patrol agents and immigration judges, upgrading ports of entry, and building physical infrastructure where it makes sense. George has spent his career solving problems, and in Congress he will work with anyone – regardless of party – to improve border security and fix our immigration system in a way that strengthens our economy and is true to our history as a nation of immigrants.
Expand affordable housing
Candidate positionWe need a transformational ‘Apollo-like’ housing program in America and in our district. We have to cut taxes for homeowners and crack down on predatory landlords, while ensuring that there’s enough housing in our district. George understands the importance of mixed-income neighborhoods and supports both public and private investment in affordable housing initiatives to ensure that individuals and families of all backgrounds have access to safe, stable, and affordable housing opportunities.
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We need a transformational ‘Apollo-like’ housing program in America and in our district. We have to cut taxes for homeowners and crack down on predatory landlords, while ensuring that there’s enough housing in our district. George understands the importance of mixed-income neighborhoods and supports both public and private investment in affordable housing initiatives to ensure that individuals and families of all backgrounds have access to safe, stable, and affordable housing opportunities.
Protect children online
Candidate positionIn Congress, George is working on a multi-faceted approach that combines innovation with responsible regulation. This includes investing in research to better understand the impact of social media on adolescent mental health, partnering with technology companies to develop and implement robust online safety measures, and promoting digital literacy programs in schools to empower students to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
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In Congress, George is working on a multi-faceted approach that combines innovation with responsible regulation. This includes investing in research to better understand the impact of social media on adolescent mental health, partnering with technology companies to develop and implement robust online safety measures, and promoting digital literacy programs in schools to empower students to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
Address Aliso and Chiquita Canyon pollution
Candidate positionGeorge is committed to addressing the crisis situations at the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility and the Chiquita Canyon landfill. These environmental hazards pose significant risks to public health, air quality, and the surrounding ecosystems. George supports immediate measures to reduce emissions, and believes in fostering sustainable waste management solutions.
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George is committed to addressing the crisis situations at the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility and the Chiquita Canyon landfill. These environmental hazards pose significant risks to public health, air quality, and the surrounding ecosystems. George supports immediate measures to reduce emissions, and believes in fostering sustainable waste management solutions.
Support startup and digital-asset innovation
Candidate positionIn Congress, George has prioritized policies that spur innovation and support small businesses and local innovators. George is advocating to provide tax incentives and grants to small businesses and startups, fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and creativity. Additionally, George is pushing for increased investment in research and development across various industries to drive technological advancements and economic growth. George supports responsible cryptocurrency regulations that protect consumers while fostering innovation and competition in the digital asset space, and establish a framework to support American leadership in this growing sector. This includes measures to ensure transparency and promote the development of blockchain technologies that benefit society as a whole. By creating a supportive and forward-thinking regulatory framework, we can unleash the potential of American innovation and continue to lead in the global economy.
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In Congress, George has prioritized policies that spur innovation and support small businesses and local innovators. George is advocating to provide tax incentives and grants to small businesses and startups, fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and creativity. Additionally, George is pushing for increased investment in research and development across various industries to drive technological advancements and economic growth. George supports responsible cryptocurrency regulations that protect consumers while fostering innovation and competition in the digital asset space, and establish a framework to support American leadership in this growing sector. This includes measures to ensure transparency and promote the development of blockchain technologies that benefit society as a whole. By creating a supportive and forward-thinking regulatory framework, we can unleash the potential of American innovation and continue to lead in the global economy.
Create a wildfire training center
Candidate positionComo cofundador de Megafire Action, la primera organización de elaboración de políticas para resolver la crisis de megaincendios de nuestro país, George está profundamente comprometido a salvaguardar nuestras comunidades de los incendios forestales catastróficos y abordar la crisis de seguros de vivienda contra incendios. George reconoce la necesidad urgente de medidas proactivas para mitigar los riesgos de incendios y proteger a los propietarios de viviendas y, al mismo tiempo, asegurar la estabilidad del mercado de seguros. Esto significa invertir en la prevención de incendios forestales y en esfuerzos de respuesta, y proporcionar a nuestros bomberos las herramientas y el dinero que necesitan para desempeñar esta labor esencial. Asimismo, George abogará por incentivos para que los propietarios implementen mejoras de resistencia al fuego y por la creación de un nuevo centro de capacitación y pruebas de detección de incendios forestales en Antelope Valley.
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Como cofundador de Megafire Action, la primera organización de elaboración de políticas para resolver la crisis de megaincendios de nuestro país, George está profundamente comprometido a salvaguardar nuestras comunidades de los incendios forestales catastróficos y abordar la crisis de seguros de vivienda contra incendios. George reconoce la necesidad urgente de medidas proactivas para mitigar los riesgos de incendios y proteger a los propietarios de viviendas y, al mismo tiempo, asegurar la estabilidad del mercado de seguros. Esto significa invertir en la prevención de incendios forestales y en esfuerzos de respuesta, y proporcionar a nuestros bomberos las herramientas y el dinero que necesitan para desempeñar esta labor esencial. Asimismo, George abogará por incentivos para que los propietarios implementen mejoras de resistencia al fuego y por la creación de un nuevo centro de capacitación y pruebas de detección de incendios forestales en Antelope Valley.
Require congressional divestment
Candidate positionCongressman Whitesides believes the purpose of government is to serve the American people. He is dedicated to championing integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of his constituents. He believes members of Congress should be held to the highest ethical standards — which is why he’s leading the fight to ban insider stock trading, require members to divest from individual company holdings, and restore public trust in government.
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Congressman Whitesides believes the purpose of government is to serve the American people. He is dedicated to championing integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of his constituents. He believes members of Congress should be held to the highest ethical standards — which is why he’s leading the fight to ban insider stock trading, require members to divest from individual company holdings, and restore public trust in government.
Protect Social Security and Medicaid
Candidate positionIn Congress, he’s fighting for practical solutions to lower costs and ease the burden of inflation — including cutting taxes for homeowners, lowering the cost of energy bills, and protecting vital programs like Social Security and Medicaid. His priority is ensuring economic security for families in his district.
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In Congress, he’s fighting for practical solutions to lower costs and ease the burden of inflation — including cutting taxes for homeowners, lowering the cost of energy bills, and protecting vital programs like Social Security and Medicaid. His priority is ensuring economic security for families in his district.
Expand STEM and industry partnerships
Candidate positionAs a father of two, Congressman George Whitesides understands the direct impact education has on our children’s future. He is proud to represent a district with over 40 schools across more than 12 school districts, including several institutions for higher learning like the College of the Canyons, and Antelope Valley College. Congressman Whitesides is working to ensure that every child has access to a high-quality, affordable education, because he believes our kids deserve a quality education regardless of their zip code. This includes the advancement of STEM programs through partnerships with local industries to foster career exploration and bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry needs. Education is an essential investment in the future of our district and opens doors to new opportunities for our children, which is why he is focused on supporting our schools and advocating for our, parents, teachers, and students alike.
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As a father of two, Congressman George Whitesides understands the direct impact education has on our children’s future. He is proud to represent a district with over 40 schools across more than 12 school districts, including several institutions for higher learning like the College of the Canyons, and Antelope Valley College. Congressman Whitesides is working to ensure that every child has access to a high-quality, affordable education, because he believes our kids deserve a quality education regardless of their zip code. This includes the advancement of STEM programs through partnerships with local industries to foster career exploration and bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry needs. Education is an essential investment in the future of our district and opens doors to new opportunities for our children, which is why he is focused on supporting our schools and advocating for our, parents, teachers, and students alike.
Develop affordable renewable energy
Candidate positionCongressman Whitesides recognizes the critical role the private sector plays in advancing cutting-edge technologies that can drive America toward energy independence. He views renewable, green energy as not just good for the planet, but as a vital component of the nation’s economic and technological future. That’s why he is committed to leveraging private-sector innovation to develop the next generation of cost-effective energy solutions right here in the United States. In Congress, he is actively working to lower energy costs for consumers and ensure that sustainable energy is affordable, practical, and accessible for all.
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Congressman Whitesides recognizes the critical role the private sector plays in advancing cutting-edge technologies that can drive America toward energy independence. He views renewable, green energy as not just good for the planet, but as a vital component of the nation’s economic and technological future. That’s why he is committed to leveraging private-sector innovation to develop the next generation of cost-effective energy solutions right here in the United States. In Congress, he is actively working to lower energy costs for consumers and ensure that sustainable energy is affordable, practical, and accessible for all.
Expand veterans’ benefits and employment
Candidate positionEnsuring that veterans receive the benefits they’ve earned is one of Congressman George Whitesides’ top priorities. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, he is committed to strengthening national security while supporting military installations, including those in California’s 27th District. Congressman Whitesides firmly believes that veterans deserve lasting recognition and respect for their service. As the Representative for CA-27, he proudly advocates for veterans and their families — working to expand access to benefits, promote employment opportunities, and ensure they are supported long after their service ends.
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Ensuring that veterans receive the benefits they’ve earned is one of Congressman George Whitesides’ top priorities. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, he is committed to strengthening national security while supporting military installations, including those in California’s 27th District. Congressman Whitesides firmly believes that veterans deserve lasting recognition and respect for their service. As the Representative for CA-27, he proudly advocates for veterans and their families — working to expand access to benefits, promote employment opportunities, and ensure they are supported long after their service ends.
Protect firefighter pay and streamline recovery
Candidate’s account of past workRep. Whitesides co-founded an organization dedicated to solving our nation’s megafire crisis, and is now focused on helping Southern California rebuild after a series of firestorms devastated the area. As a member of the bipartisan wildfire caucus, Rep. Whitesides has introduced legislation to protect firefighter pay, streamline disaster recovery efforts, and give our first responders the resources they need to keep us safe.
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Rep. Whitesides co-founded an organization dedicated to solving our nation’s megafire crisis, and is now focused on helping Southern California rebuild after a series of firestorms devastated the area. As a member of the bipartisan wildfire caucus, Rep. Whitesides has introduced legislation to protect firefighter pay, streamline disaster recovery efforts, and give our first responders the resources they need to keep us safe.
Require holds on suspected elder-fraud transfers
Candidate positionRequire covered financial institutions to place holds up to 90 days on transactions leaving a senior’s account where financial exploitation is suspected to allow for the legitimacy of the transaction to be determined.
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Require covered financial institutions to place holds up to 90 days on transactions leaving a senior’s account where financial exploitation is suspected to allow for the legitimacy of the transaction to be determined.
Monitor autonomous AI development
Candidate positionTrack AI self-improvement by directing Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) to monitor capability trends, specifically how AI systems autonomously research and develop subsequent AI models to drive scientific breakthroughs.
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Track AI self-improvement by directing Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) to monitor capability trends, specifically how AI systems autonomously research and develop subsequent AI models to drive scientific breakthroughs.
Disclose internal AI-development metrics
Candidate positionAdd transparency to government-industry testing agreements by giving federal evaluators the authority to request internal developer metrics on AI-driven development, including estimates and methodologies for work completed without human review.
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Add transparency to government-industry testing agreements by giving federal evaluators the authority to request internal developer metrics on AI-driven development, including estimates and methodologies for work completed without human review.
Test autonomous AI research before deployment
Candidate positionStandardize autonomous R&D evaluations by ensuring federal pre-deployment evaluations directly test a frontier model’s ability to autonomously conduct AI research and development.
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Standardize autonomous R&D evaluations by ensuring federal pre-deployment evaluations directly test a frontier model’s ability to autonomously conduct AI research and development.
Upgrade existing transmission corridors
Candidate positionStreamline the environmental review process by establishing a fast-track categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for transmission upgrades that remain within existing, previously cleared or permitted rights-of-way, cutting through a process that can otherwise take years.
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Streamline the environmental review process by establishing a fast-track categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for transmission upgrades that remain within existing, previously cleared or permitted rights-of-way, cutting through a process that can otherwise take years.
Study and report on grid modernization
Candidate positionSpeed up grid planning by facilitating the integration of advanced conductor technologies into transmission planning processes, including voluntary transmission modernization studies and public reporting on project outcomes, so utilities and regulators can more easily identify and act on upgrade opportunities.
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Speed up grid planning by facilitating the integration of advanced conductor technologies into transmission planning processes, including voluntary transmission modernization studies and public reporting on project outcomes, so utilities and regulators can more easily identify and act on upgrade opportunities.
Unify parental screen-time controls across devices
Candidate positionThe TOTAL Screen Time Act aims to fix that fragmentation by directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop a voluntary technical standard that allows parents to set and enforce screen time limits seamlessly across covered devices. Rep. Whitesides introduced and spoke in favor of an amendment with similar provisions during a Science, Space, and Technology Committee markup in June.
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The TOTAL Screen Time Act aims to fix that fragmentation by directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop a voluntary technical standard that allows parents to set and enforce screen time limits seamlessly across covered devices. Rep. Whitesides introduced and spoke in favor of an amendment with similar provisions during a Science, Space, and Technology Committee markup in June.