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FL · DISTRICT 26

Mario Diaz-Balart

RepublicanFloridaCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source

What they said 5

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

After the election · Original date not established

Balance immigration enforcement with protections for long-term residents

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Mario Díaz-Balart says immigration enforcement should secure the U.S. border and remove people who commit serious violence, while avoiding crackdowns on people who have lived in the country for years and contribute to society. He opposes what he views as excessive enforcement and says he will continue urging the administration to reconsider those practices.

Context: The source does not specify which enforcement practices he would change or propose a legislative mechanism.

Campaign position · commitment · Original date not established

Continue Everglades restoration work

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Diaz-Balart says he will continue the Everglades Caucus’s work to protect Florida’s natural heritage and water supply for future generations.

Context: The page does not identify specific future projects or funding levels.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Expand tax relief and renew Opportunity Zones

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Diaz-Balart supports expanded tax relief for small businesses and renewing Opportunity Zones. He says these measures would support Florida’s manufacturing jobs and wages.

Context: The page does not specify the tax changes, the design of renewed Opportunity Zones, or their eligibility rules.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Increase school safety and strengthen parental rights

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Diaz-Balart supports $135 million for school violence prevention, including threat assessments, security improvements, and training. He also backs tougher laws against online predators and stronger parental rights in education.

Context: The page presents these as priorities but does not specify the details of the proposed laws or how parental rights would be reinforced.

Campaign position · commitment · Original date not established

Make tax cuts permanent and exempt tips and overtime

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Diaz-Balart says he wants permanent tax cuts for working families and no taxes on tips or overtime. He also supports tax relief for seniors, with the goal of lowering costs for families and older people.

Context: The campaign page does not specify the details or eligibility rules for these proposed tax changes.