Norma J. Torres
Democrat Representative, District 35, California
22 bills171 cosponsored$769K raised655 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
- “Congresswoman Norma J. Torres, a lifelong resident of Pomona” source
Education
- “she graduated from the National Labor College with a BA in Labor Studies” source
Career
- “She started her public service career as a 911 dispatcher” source
Public service
- “As a State Senator, Torres” source
Family
- “She lives there with her husband, Louis, and their two sons” source
Also stated
- “the only Central American-born Member of Congress” source
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Legislation
HRES 1511cosponsor
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 10257cosponsor
To require the United States Postal Service to designate ZIP Codes for certain communities.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 10294sponsor
Better Pay for American Workers Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HRES 1489sponsor
Honoring the crew of the Artemis II mission for their historic lunar flyby.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
HRES 1481cosponsor
Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, a Representative from the State of Texas.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HRES 1483sponsor
Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2026, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 10009sponsor
To amend section 3282 of title 18 to extend the statute of limitations for bribery or theft offenses concerning public officials or federal funds, and other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9922cosponsor
AI Transparency in Elections Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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HR 9941cosponsor
To protect and expand nationwide access to assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1457sponsor
Recognizing August 4, 2026, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9874cosponsor
To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to apply the ban on contributions and expenditures by foreign nationals under such Act to foreign-controlled, foreign-influenced, and foreign-owned domestic business entities, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HR 9432cosponsor
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 and an Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14 (Public Law 119-21) to provide certain benefits to noncitizens, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
HR 9375sponsor
To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to award grants to eligible entities to provide immigration legal services to noncitizen veterans, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
HRES 1308sponsor
Designating May 2026 as "National Wildfire Preparedness Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
HR 8907cosponsor
To direct the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to implement the Perinatal Care Alternative Payment Model Demonstration Project to test various payment models with respect to maternity care provided to pregnant and postpartum individuals, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 8807cosponsor
To authorize appropriations for data collection, surveillance, and research on maternal health outcomes during public health emergencies, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HRES 1291sponsor
Expressing support for the recognition of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
HRES 1243cosponsor
Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HRES 1235cosponsor
Recognizing the 51st anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3327)
HRES 1190cosponsor
Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Voting Record
284 yea360 nay10 missed1 present
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
Passed (237-169)
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
Failed (212-206)
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
Passed (218-201)
AGOA Extension Act
Passed (370-48)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (212-205)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (210-208)
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
Passed (220-192)
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Failed (202-212)
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To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Passed (219-196)
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
Passed (413-2)
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
Passed (376-8)
Local Access to Courts Act
Passed (378-10)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Passed (214-208)
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Passed (232-188)
H R 8800
Agreed to (221-210)
The 2026 race
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- Mike CargileRepublican—
- Norma TorresDemocratic· this member—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$769K
Small donors $43KLarge individual $225KPACs $499K
Spent $733KCash $339K
2024 cycle$943K
Small donors $3KLarge individual $143KPACs $791K
Spent $987KCash $303K
2022 cycle$784K
Small donors $20KLarge individual $184KPACs $575K
Spent $644KCash $347K
2020 cycle$657K
Small donors $30KLarge individual $159KPACs $468K
Spent $667KCash $208K
2018 cycle$626K
Small donors $12KLarge individual $230KPACs $384K
Spent $628KCash $218K
2016 cycle$608K
Small donors $4KLarge individual $165KPACs $437K
Spent $444KCash $220K
2014 cycle$478K
Small donors $8KLarge individual $127KPACs $336K
Spent $423KCash $55K
Top Contributors
ROUTE 66 SHOOTING SPORTS PARK$14K
MILLER BARONDESS$8K
BROWN & BROWN INSURANCE$7K
HACKMAN CAPITAL$7K
HDC CONSTRUCTION$7K
GOLDMAN SACHS$7K
DIVERSIFIED PACIFIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP$6K
LA SALLE MEDICAL$6K
WTRSHD CAPITAL LLC$6K
RED CHAMBER CO.$6K
Committees
House Committee on Appropriations
- National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs
- Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
House Committee on House Administration
- Modernization and Innovation
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HR 10294: Better Pay for American Workers Act
sponsor2026-09-03
legislation
HR 10257: To require the United States Postal Service to designate ZIP Codes for certain communities.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
HRES 1511: Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
nay2026-09-03
vote
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
nay2026-09-02
vote
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
nay2026-09-02
vote
AGOA Extension Act
yea2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
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Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
nay2026-09-01
vote
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
yea2026-09-01
vote
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
nay2026-09-01
vote
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
yea2026-09-01
vote
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
Local Access to Courts Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
HRES 1489: Honoring the crew of the Artemis II mission for their historic lunar flyby.
sponsor2026-08-24
legislation
HRES 1483: Expressing support for the recognition of August 17 through August 23, 2026, as "Warehouse Worker Recognition Week", celebrating the workers in the logistics industry.
sponsor2026-08-13
legislation
HRES 1481: Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, a Representative from the State of Texas.
cosponsor2026-08-13
legislation
HR 10009: To amend section 3282 of title 18 to extend the statute of limitations for bribery or theft offenses concerning public officials or federal funds, and other purposes.
sponsor2026-07-30
legislation
HR 9941: To protect and expand nationwide access to assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.
cosponsor2026-07-23
legislation
HR 9922: AI Transparency in Elections Act of 2026
cosponsor2026-07-23
legislation
HRES 1457: Recognizing August 4, 2026, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.
sponsor2026-07-23
legislation
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-07-23
vote
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
nay2026-07-23
vote
HR 9874: To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to apply the ban on contributions and expenditures by foreign nationals under such Act to foreign-controlled, foreign-influenced, and foreign-owned domestic business entities, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-07-22
legislation
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
yea2026-07-22
vote
Service History
House, Dist. 352025-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 352023-01-03, 2025-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 352021-01-03, 2023-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 352019-01-03, 2021-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 352017-01-03, 2019-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 352015-01-06, 2017-01-03Democrat
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- VotesTracked · 655
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- CommitteesTracked · 5
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