Meet Senator Bob Archuleta

Bob Archuleta was elected in 2018 to the CA State Senate and re-elected in 2022 by an overwhelming show of support from his constituents. A former Presidential Appointee and Pico Rivera city mayor, he dedicated his life to serving his community and his country proudly. Senator Archuleta also served as a member of the Los Angeles County Library Commission and on the Los Angeles County Military Veteran Affairs Commission, and was a member of the United States Army Advisory Board for Military Recruitment. A combat veteran and paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division, The Senator served proudly with the Montebello Police Department.

 

Bob served as a Presidential Appointee under the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, as a member on the Board of Visitors to the United States Military Academy at West Point.  At the time of his appointment, Congresswomen Linda Sanchez was quoted, “Archuleta has dedicated his life to serving his community and our veterans,” Sanchez said. “Bob’s commitment to our country is inspiring. His ability to make a positive impact at every stage of public service will make him an excellent adviser.”

 

The Board, under President Barack Obama, consisted of four U.S. Senators, five Congress members, and six Presidential Appointees.  Mr. Archuleta was the first Hispanic American to be appointed by any President as a member of the Board since its inception in 1971 and was immediately elected as the co-chair of the board.

 

What makes Bob different than the rest of the field of candidates for the 31st Congressional District?  Bob has completed a vetting process like no other with the Justice Department, the FBI, the State Department, and the White House and has a track record of leadership and service. He is ready to lead in DC.

Get to Know Senator Bob Archuleta

Bob Archuleta was elected to the Pico Rivera City Council in March 2007. He has brought his knowledge of those 11 years, to help stabilize the city’s finances and lobbying in Sacramento for various initiatives including 76 million dollars for the Durfee underpass, and aided in introducing the number one graffiti program in the state of California. With his commitment to economic development, the City was recognized as the Most Business Friendly City. He continues to be the voice and a leader, supporting and acknowledging our men and women in uniform for their services.

 

In addition, the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs appointed Bob to serve on a Special Advisory Committee on Minority Veterans Affairs. He also served as Chairman of the U.S. Small Business Administration Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs.

 

Bob has received Congressional Recognition Awards and Proclamations for Service and has been recognized by the Vietnam Veterans of America, Hispanic American Airborne Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars and 11th Airborne Division Association.

 

Bob’s father Harold was a Warehouse Union member and a proud Democrat. As his father, Bob also worked as a union member with the UAW, United Auto Workers Union, shortly after his service to our nation. He too has been a proud lifelong Democrat. Bob is married to his wife Rose and has five children, two sons who have graduated from West Point and currently serving in the military on active duty. One of them a captain deployed overseas, and a major serving in the Secretqry of the Army.

 

“I’m excited to enter this race with Congresswoman Napolitano’s support, however the experience and track record I have in the Senate, the city of Pico Rivera, and the County of Los Angeles as well as serving President Barack Obama as his appointee, gives me the experience needed to truly lead this District.”

 

“As State Senator, I have fought for what matters most to us – better jobs, better schools, better healthcare, safe streets, and clean and vibrant communities with good paying jobs and small businesses thriving, while working to eradicate homelessness.

 

On top of bringing millions of dollars to the cities I represent.”

    – Bob Archuleta

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