Mario Diaz-Balart — U.S. Representative (FL-26)
Category: Federal Legislator — U.S. Representative
Role: U.S. Representative, Florida’s 26th Congressional District (2003–present, with one term gap); House Appropriations Committee
Priority: P2
Basis for Inclusion
Subject Classification: Public Official — serving U.S. Representative
Basis for Inclusion: (1) Signed the Texas v. Pennsylvania amicus brief; (2) voted to reject certified Electoral College results from Arizona on January 6, 2021.
What Is Not the Basis for Inclusion: Policy positions or party affiliation.
Who Is Mario Diaz-Balart?
Mario Rafael Diaz-Balart (born September 25, 1961, Fort Lauderdale, Florida) is a Republican U.S. Representative serving Florida’s 26th Congressional District. He has served in Congress since 2003 (with a gap 2011–2013 due to redistricting). His district covers the Miami-Dade suburban area. He is a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee and is of Cuban-American heritage.
Documented Actions: 2020 Election
December 11, 2020: Signed Texas v. Pennsylvania Amicus Brief
SourceTexas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief of 126 Representatives.Mario Diaz-Balart signed the amicus brief in Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155.
January 6–7, 2021: Voted to Reject Certified Electoral College Results
SourceGovTrack.us; Ballotpedia.Mario Diaz-Balart voted YEA on the House objection to Arizona’s certified electoral results.
Accountability Status
Current status: Serving as U.S. Representative (FL-26th)
Legal exposure: No known criminal charges or investigations
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Sources
- Wikipedia, “Mario Diaz-Balart”
- GovTrack.us, Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart
- Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief
Last Updated: May 22, 2026
Profile Status: Active — currently serving