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Gloria Mendoza

Gloria Mendoza

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State Assembly · House District 14

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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 assignments
Postsecondary Education and Workforce member
Transportation assistant ranking member
Environment and Energy member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 14
Mailing
Room 430, John L. O'Brien Building P.O. Box 40600, Olympia, WA 98504