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Mario Diaz-Balart
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Currently represents District 26
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Mario Diaz-Balart
Currently represents District 26
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Abortion and reproductive policy
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Agriculture and rural policy
Secured $324 million for the CDFI Fund and $140 million for Small Business Development Centers — financing and counseling for entrepreneurs in underinvested communities. Read full quote
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Artificial intelligence
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Criminal justice and policing
Delivered over $11 million in FY26 funding for Miami-Dade and regional law enforcement — new patrol vehicles, upgraded technology, and mobile command centers — while championing House-passed bills like the LEOSA Reform Act and the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act. Read full quote
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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Economy, jobs and wages
Secured $324 million for the CDFI Fund and $140 million for Small Business Development Centers — financing and counseling for entrepreneurs in underinvested communities. Read full quote
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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We need to stop adding costs to the economy. There a many ways for us to turn this around, but it all starts with HITTING THE BRAKES.
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-affordability
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Education
Secured at least $135 million for school violence prevention through the STOP School Violence Act — threat assessment, security improvements, and training — while advancing legislation that shields kids from online exploitation, cracks down on predators, and reinforces parental rights.
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She doesn’t take corporate or foreign PAC money, and she believes our tax dollars should make life more affordable, not line the pockets of the billionaires and corporate elites. Read full quote
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Elections and voting
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Official record (2)She doesn’t take corporate or foreign PAC money, and she believes our tax dollars should make life more affordable, not line the pockets of the billionaires and corporate elites. Read full quote
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Energy
A tireless champion for his constituents, Díaz-Balart is committed to: Eliminating government waste and saving taxpayer dollars Supporting small businesses and promoting economic development Advocating for military and law enforcement Honoring veterans Promoting U.S. energy independence and dominance Securing the U.S. border and advancing national security priorities Upholding human rights and democracy, both domestically and globally Treating U.S. allies, such as Israel and Taiwan, as friends and adversaries, such as Communist China, Russia, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Iran, and North Korea, as adversaries.
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https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/about/biographyArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927001301/https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/about/biography
1. End wars that disrupt energy markets. 2. Reduce unnecessary tariffs. 3. Bring deficits and debt under control without cutting healthcare and basic services. 4. Build more housing. 5. Invest in sustainable energy. 6. Spend our tax dollars right here in the USA.
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Environment and climate
Founder and Co-Chair of the bipartisan Everglades Caucus — more than $6 billion delivered since his election for the EAA and C-43 Reservoirs and other CERP projects, plus streamlined Section 404 permitting. Protecting South Florida's drinking water, flood resilience, and Florida Bay.
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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Earthquakes, floods, fires, tornadoes, and hurricanes are increasing in severity and frequency. Read full quote
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https://locklinforcongress.com/about-nicole-locklin
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Families and social services
Aumentó los fondos para escuelas chárter en $60 millones, preservó las Becas Pell y las escuelas magnet, y respaldó el primer crédito fiscal federal de elección escolar. Read full quote
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Firearms policy
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Government reform
Known for his commitment to accountability and transparency, Díaz-Balart works diligently to ensure government operates efficiently and effectively to serve the interests of the American people and to save taxpayer dollars.
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https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/about/biographyArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927001301/https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/about/biography
She doesn’t take corporate or foreign PAC money, and she believes our tax dollars should make life more affordable, not line the pockets of the billionaires and corporate elites. Read full quote
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Healthcare
Delivered $1.9 billion for Community Health Centers, $10 million for cancer screenings through the Alcee L. Hastings program, and expanded pediatric medical education. Cosponsored the Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act — now law — giving seniors access to breakthrough early cancer detection.
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
During my first year in Congress, I will: 1. Read full quote
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-social-security
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Housing
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Official record (4)1. End wars that disrupt energy markets. 2. Reduce unnecessary tariffs. 3. Bring deficits and debt under control without cutting healthcare and basic services. 4. Build more housing. 5. Invest in sustainable energy. 6. Spend our tax dollars right here in the USA.
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Immigration
Led FY26 Homeland Security funding prioritizing border security, detention and swift removal of criminal aliens, and expanded resources to stop fentanyl trafficking — plus stronger protections for vulnerable children, hardened cybersecurity, and fully funded disaster response for hurricane-prone Florida.
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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The Constitution guarantees due process. Read full quote
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-immigration
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Infrastructure and transportation
“I’m proud to have secured funding for these vital wastewater pump upgrades in Medley. These improvements will help reduce flood risk, strengthen public safety, enhance mobility, and support more reliable infrastructure for the community.
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https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-diaz-balart-delivers-12-million-upgrade-medley-wastewaterArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20261001183637/https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-diaz-balart-delivers-12-million-upgrade-medley-wastewater
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Local control
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National security and foreign policy
“Socialism and the government takeover of our lives have no place in America. It is anathema to our way of life and the American Dream.
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https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releasesArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927003144/https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releases
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The Constitution is clear. Read full quote
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-iran-war
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Social Security and retirement
Helped block an average 24% tax increase on FL-26 families — no tax on tips or overtime, relief for seniors on Social Security (88% expected to pay none), an expanded Child Tax Credit, and death tax relief protecting 242 family farms. Read full quote
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
My first promise is that I will never vote to cut Social Security benefits, raise the retirement age, privatize the program, or reduce cost-of-living adjustments.
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-social-security
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Taxes and government spending
Having served on the House Budget Committee, I strongly believe that Congress must adhere to the principles of fiscal discipline. Read full quote
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https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/issuesArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927003312/https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/issues
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Congress has waited too long to act. I support asking wealthy Americans to pay Social Security taxes on more of their income, just as working families already do. That would strengthen the program without cutting earned benefits.
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https://locklinforcongress.com/issues-social-security
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Technology and privacy
Led FY26 Homeland Security funding prioritizing border security, detention and swift removal of criminal aliens, and expanded resources to stop fentanyl trafficking — plus stronger protections for vulnerable children, hardened cybersecurity, and fully funded disaster response for hurricane-prone Florida.
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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Veterans
Championed $115.1 billion for VA medical care in the FY26 MILCON–VA bill — mental health, toxic exposure treatment, and rural health for Miami-Dade's 17,000-plus veterans — alongside new laws protecting veterans from fraud, inflation, and foreclosure.
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https://mariodiazbalart.org
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Mario Diaz-Balart
Currently represents District 26
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Mario Diaz-Balart
Currently represents District 26
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