Vince Fong — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in California, 2026

Congressman Vince Fong voted to advance FY2026 appropriations bills that defund programs incentivizing illegal immigration. He supported legislation prioritizing border security by sustaining 22,000 Border Patrol agents, increasing resources to detain and deport criminal and removable aliens, and expanding counter-drug efforts. These actions aim to strengthen national security and ensure taxpayer dollars are focused on stated priorities.

Congressman Vince Fong voted for significant Medicaid cuts in 2025, which are projected to reduce Medi-Cal access for thousands in his district. While campaigning, he stated he would ensure "budget discipline without hurting essential services." He also advocates for healthcare affordability through consumer empowerment and subsidies.

Congressman Vince Fong voted to pass the FY2026 appropriations act, which included investments for American energy production, water and wastewater infrastructure, groundwater recharge, and flood protection. He stated these investments prioritize Central Valley communities and responsible spending, aiming to restore energy dominance. Fong also voted Yea on H.R.4758, the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, and H.R.4626, the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act.

““These investments put Central Valley families, farmers, and communities first and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly,” said Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20). “I have secured critical federal investments for our region, while cutting $2 billion in wasteful spending. These resources will modernize aging water and wastewater infrastructure, enhance groundwater recharge and flood protection, expand public safety capabilities, support our tribal communities, invest in our local aerospace and defense, and prepare our workforce for next generation jobs.””

Vince Fong voted to defund Planned Parenthood as part of the House version of a budget bill. He also supported budget cuts that reduce Medicaid access, which can impact healthcare for families. Fong received a 100% score from FRCAction, an organization supporting measures like the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. His overall voting record aligns with positions that restrict abortion access.

Vince Fong voted for the 2026 Defense Appropriations Act to strengthen the military, secure borders, and ensure warfighter advantage. He worked to secure provisions for defense innovation, including upgrades for the AFRL Rocket Lab and funding for AI initiatives. Fong also supported FY2026 appropriations bills, securing $39.5 million for defense projects in California's 20th District, emphasizing national security and restoring "peace through strength."

““This meaningful vote for the 2026 Defense Appropriations Act strengthens our military, secures our borders, and ensures our warfighters maintain every advantage on the battlefield,” said Congressman Fong. “The threats we face today are more formidable than at any point in the last 20 years. To overcome them, we must strengthen our defense innovation ecosystem especially at our local military installations. That's why I worked to secure key provisions in this bill that keep our military ahead of the curve, including infrastructure upgrades for the AFRL Rocket Lab, funding for the Naval Air Warfare Rapid Capabilities Office, and several AI initiatives that will enhance our national security through smarter, faster technology. I will continue to prioritize the thousands of active duty [...]” - Congressman Vince Fong, in a press release titled "Congressman Fong Secures Critical Innovation Wins for the Military in 2026 Defense Appropriations Act".”

Congressman Vince Fong supports educational choice and skilled trades initiatives. He called on California to opt into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to expand school choice, stating that education is the foundation of opportunity. Fong introduced the NSF AI Education Act of 2025 to strengthen America's AI leadership by addressing gaps in education and workforce development through scholarships and centers of excellence. He also applauded the passage of the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act.

““Education is the foundation of opportunity,” said Congressman Fong (CA-20). “I’m calling on Governor Newsom to support real educational choice for California families – so every child can succeed. The Working Families Tax Cuts legislation creates a Scholarship Tax Credit to expand school choice, but only if states opt in. California must say yes. It’s time to unlock opportunity for families and put parents first. Children in the Central Valley and across the Golden State deserve nothing less.” - Congressman Vince Fong, Press Release, January 29, 2026”

Vince Fong authored AB 724, a bill focused on firearms safety certificate instructional materials. This legislation was signed into law by Governor Newsom as part of efforts to strengthen gun safety measures. The specific action by Fong was authoring the bill, indicating support for provisions related to firearm safety education.