Officials
Biography
Rep. Gloria Mendoza is a Republican state representative for Washington's 14th Legislative District, Position 1, based in Grandview. A Mexican immigrant and former farmworker, she has lived in Yakima County for over 45 years, grew up on a farmworker budget, and now raises her family in Grandview. She serves as Assistant Minority Whip in the House of Representatives and is running for re-election.
Education and Political Experience
Specific details on her education are not publicly detailed in available records. Politically, Mendoza served as Mayor of Grandview and on the Grandview City Council for a total of eight years. She is also a former farmworker and business owner.
Notable Achievements and Positions
- Advocates for affordability, opposing tax increases and supporting Republican efforts to lower costs.
- Sponsored legislation to reduce court backlogs in Yakima County and preserve Washington's agricultural heritage.
- Holds virtual town halls with constituents, such as the March 2025 event with Rep. Deb Manjarrez.
- Focuses on protecting individual rights, family values, agricultural economy, good schools, safer streets, and controlling government spending.
Committees
3 assignmentsAt a glance
- Office
- State Assembly
- District
- House District 14
- Mailing
- Room 430, John L. O'Brien Building P.O. Box 40600, Olympia, WA 98504