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Samuel Sharon Farr[1] (born July 4, 1941) is an American politician who was the U.S. representative for California's 17th (1993–2013) and 20th congressional districts (2013–17). He is a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected to Congress in a 1993 special election when longtime Democratic Rep. Leon Panetta resigned to become Director of the Office of Management and Budget. He retired from Congress following the 2016 elections.[2]

Key Information

Early life and education

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Farr was born in San Francisco, the son of Janet Emerson (née Haskins) and Frederick Sharon "Fred" Farr. One of his maternal great-grandfathers was acting mayor of Los Angeles William Hartshorn Bonsall, and one of his paternal great-great-grandfathers was the brother of Nevada Senator William Sharon.[3] He grew up in Carmel, where he still lives. His father was a California state senator from 1955 to 1967.[4]

He was educated at Willamette University, Santa Clara University and the Monterey Institute of International Studies. Farr is a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity at Willamette University.

Early career

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Peace Corps service

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Farr joined the Peace Corps in 1964 and served for two years as a volunteer in Colombia. He spent his time in a poor barrio near Medellín, teaching community development skills.[5]

While Farr was serving in Colombia, his mother died from cancer. Following her death, his father visited with Farr's sisters. While riding horses, his sister Nancy was thrown and hit her head. She died on the operating table in a Colombian hospital.[6]

Since his Peace Corps service ended, Farr has visited Colombia often. He went there for his honeymoon and has returned several other times for both personal and official business. During a trip in 2007, Farr spoke before the Colombian Congress and was awarded the Orden del Congreso de Colombia.[7]

State and local political career

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Farr's public service career began in the California State Assembly, where he worked as a staffer on budget issues for a decade. In 1975, he ran for and won a seat on the Monterey County Board of Supervisors.[6]

In 1980, he was elected to a seat in the Assembly, where he became a champion for the organics industry and wrote one of the country's strictest oil-spill liability laws. He served in the Assembly until his election to Congress in 1993.[citation needed]

U.S. House of Representatives

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Earlier photo of Congressman Farr
Representative Farr shaking hands with Speaker of the House Tom Foley during his swearing in ceremony

Farr was elected to the House of Representatives in a 1993 special election. He succeeded Leon Panetta, who resigned to become President Bill Clinton's budget director. Farr defeated Republican Bill McCampbell with 52 percent of the vote, and then was elected to his first full term in 1994, defeating McCampbell again with 52 percent of the vote. Both contests were the closest in the district since Panetta claimed the seat for the Democrats in 1977, and to date are the only times since then that a Republican has crossed the 40 percent mark. The district quickly reverted to form, and Farr was re-elected ten more times with no substantive opposition, never dropping below 64 percent of the vote.

Legislation

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  • Farr introduced the "Oceans Conservation, Education, and National Strategy for the 21st Century Act" (H.R. 21 Archived October 9, 2008, at the Wayback Machine) in January 2007. The bill would consolidate national management of oceans, creating a system of regional governance; make the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration the chief oceans agency; create an ocean advisor in the president's Cabinet; create regional and national ocean advisory committees; and create an Oceans and Great Lakes Conservation Trust Fund. It received a subcommittee markup in April 2008 and passed by a vote of 11–3.[8]
  • Farr's "Reconstruction and Stabilization Civilian Management Act of 2008" (H.R. 1084 Archived December 20, 2014, at the Wayback Machine) was approved by the House but stalled in the Senate. The bill would create capacity within the State Department to quickly deploy civilian expertise and coordinate the government response to crises abroad. President [George W. Bush] supported the program and approved initial creation of the group. Farr participated in a rollout of the group with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice in July 2008.[9]

Caucus work

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Sam Farr meets with Jack O'Neill

Farr was active in several congressional caucuses, including the House Oceans Caucus, the Congressional Travel and Tourism Caucus, the Congressional Bike Caucus, the Congressional Organic Caucus, the International Conservation Caucus, and the Unexploded Ordnance Caucus.[10]

He served as co-chair of the Congressional Travel and Tourism Caucus with Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Florida). Farr actively supported the travel industry, boosting membership in the caucus to more than 100 and hosting caucus events, including a June 2008 gathering of travel executives and congressional leaders--The Economic Roundtable: Travel's Significance to the U.S. Economy.[11][12]

Farr also was active as co-chair of the House Oceans Caucus, which he co-chaired with four other members. Each year the caucus helps sponsor Capitol Hill Oceans Week, known as CHOW, which draws hundreds of ocean experts from across the country. Farr also co-chaired the Congressional Organic Caucus and the Unexploded Ordnance Caucus.

Other leadership positions

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Farr served on the House Democracy Assistance Commission, a group established by the House and mandated to work with emerging democracies throughout the world. The group engages in "peer-to-peer cooperation to build technical expertise in partner legislatures that will enhance accountability, transparency, legislative independence, access to information, and government oversight."[13]

He also is the former chairman of the California Democratic congressional delegation, the largest state delegation in Congress.[citation needed]

Committee assignments

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Political positions

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Domestic issues

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Farr during the 111th Congress
  • Farr is a proponent of ocean protection and conservation. In addition to H.R. 21, Farr introduced the Southern Sea Otter Recovery and Research Act (H.R. 3639) and the Clean Cruise Ship Act (H.R. 6434 Archived October 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine).
  • He opposes opening new areas to offshore drilling, instead supporting the drilling of 68,000,000 acres (280,000 km2) of federally owned land already under lease, including 33,000,000 acres (130,000 km2) on the Outer Continental Shelf. Farr also supports ending subsidies to oil companies.[17]
  • Farr has worked closely with Central Coast cities and the Army on the re-use of the former Fort Ord. He was integral in securing $29 million for the creation of California State University, Monterey Bay. He also played a role in making sure land on the former installation included significant amounts of affordable housing.
  • He supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a guest worker program for farm workers, allowing undocumented students to remain in the country (known as the DREAM Act), and deporting undocumented felons in U.S. jails.[18]

Foreign Affairs

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  • Farr consistently opposed the war in Iraq. He voted against the "Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002" that started the war. Farr cosponsored several bills including H.Res. 1329 Archived October 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, which supported a timetable for troop withdrawal, and H.R. 5626 Archived October 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine and H.R 4959 Archived October 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, which called for congressional approval for any long-term agreements with Iraq.[19]
  • He was vocal in efforts to prevent military action against Iran, cosponsoring H. Con. Res 33, which would require congressional approval before any incursion into Iran, and H.R. 3119 Archived October 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, a bill to prohibit the use of funds for military operations in Iran.
  • Farr parlayed his experience in Colombia to become a congressional leader on Colombian affairs. He was an active supporter of rebalancing funds dedicated to Plan Colombia, the U.S. anti-drug effort, to include more support for economic redevelopment efforts. He hosted a wide range of Colombian political leaders in his Washington office including then-President Álvaro Uribe and former President Andrés Pastrana.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) comment

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During a 2008 House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Farr said "the public image of (the ICE agents)" has become "not (a) compassionate law enforcement agency but essentially a Gestapo-type agency that is knocking down doors"[20] when conducting raids on illegal immigrants. Julie Myers, assistant secretary of Homeland Security for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, responded to Farr's comments by saying, "We are not the Gestapo. The men and women of this agency have a very difficult job...and I think they do that with distinction and great honor.".[21] Farr replied that he knew and appreciated this, but reiterated that there is "there is a very ill will public opinion in the counties (he) represent(s), about ICE".

H.Res. 333

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(L-R) Congressman Farr and Luci Baines Johnson at the Bixby Creek Bridge in 2015

On July 12, 2007, Farr joined 11 cosponsors of H.Res. 333, which laid out three articles of impeachment against Vice President Dick Cheney. The bill maintained that the vice president purposely manipulated the intelligence process to deceive the citizens and Congress of the United States (1) by fabricating a threat of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction and (2) about an alleged relationship between Iraq and Al-Qaeda in order to justify the use of the United States Armed Forces against the nation of Iraq in a manner damaging to our national security interests, and (3) that Cheney had openly threatened aggression against the Republic of Iran absent any real threat to the United States.

"Many residents in the Central Coast support the removal of Cheney from office, and I am proud to represent their values in Congress," Farr said in a brief statement.[22]

Awards

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On July 30, 2007, Farr received the Senator David Pryor Special Achievement Award for his ongoing advocacy for communities with military bases presented by the Association of Defense Communities. The award is given to an individual who advocates for communities with active or closed military bases. "Communities with active or closed military bases face many special concerns, from land use to economic development to ordnance disposal," said Farr. "I have been lucky enough to assist in the transition efforts at Fort Ord, and that experience has helped me push those issues locally and nationwide." As vice-chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Farr successfully increased clean-up funds from $221 million to $271 million for military bases closed prior to 2005.

Personal life

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Farr is married to the former Shary Baldwin and has one daughter, Jessica. He is an Episcopalian.[23]

Electoral history

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California State Assembly District 28 election, 1980[24]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr 67,770 53.3
Republican Ann Welchner 48,001 37.7
Peace and Freedom Michael G. Zaharakis 6,294 5.0
Libertarian Donald E. Atkinson 5,073 4.0
Total votes 127,138 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 28 election, 1982[25]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 78,534 71.1
Republican Peter Cost 31,973 28.9
Total votes 110,507 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 28 election, 1984[26]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 94,612 72.9
Republican Lester Rate 35,235 27.1
Total votes 129,847 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 28 election, 1986[27]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 75,112 72.1
Republican Jeff Bosshard 29,025 27.9
Total votes 104,137 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 28 election, 1988[28]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 102,654 70.8
Republican James L. Skillicorn 42,283 29.2
Total votes 144,937 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 28 election, 1990[29]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 80,558 71.5
Republican West W. Walker 32,097 28.5
Total votes 112,655 100
Turnout  
Democratic hold
California State Assembly District 27 election, 1992[30]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr 101,695 60.7
Republican Susan Whitman 58,873 35.1
Peace and Freedom David Lucier 7,050 4.2
Total votes 167,618 100
Turnout  
Democratic gain from Republican
17th Congressional District of California Special election (round 1), April 13, 1993[31]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr 23,600 25.8
Democratic William W. Monning 17,050 18.6
Democratic Barbara Shipnuck 12,982 14.2
Republican Bill McCampbell 10,911 11.9
Republican Jess Brown 9,360 10.2
Republican Bob Ernst 5,126 5.6
Democratic Martin Vonnegut 2,985 3.3
Republican Barbara Honegger 1,855 2.0
Democratic Lancelot C. McClair 1,413 1.5
Republican John J. Shaw 927 1.0
Republican Carl Cieslinkowski 696 0.8
Republican Stephen Henderson 668 0.7
Republican Tom Shannon 656 0.7
Libertarian Richard J. Quigley 411 0.5
Democratic Shelley Reinisch 411 0.5
Democratic Kyle Samuels 394 0.4
Republican Darrin Smolinski 361 0.4
Green Kevin Gary Clark 323 0.4
Republican Louis Darrigo 318 0.3
American Independent Jerome N. "Jerry" McCready 293 0.3
Democratic Ed Frey 257 0.3
Independent Peter James 164 0.2
Independent James Ogle 120 0.1
Democratic Richard H. Kraus 101 0.1
Democratic Art Dunn 100 0.1
Democratic Jack Mitchener 85 0.1
Independent W. Gene Humphrey (write-in) 3 0.0
Total votes 91,570 100.00
Turnout  
17th Congressional District of California Special election (round 2), June 8, 1993[32]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr 53,675 52.3
Republican Bill McCampbell 43,774 42.6
American Independent Jerome N. "Jerry" McCready 1,689 1.7
Green Kevin Gary Clark 1,226 1.2
Libertarian Richard J. Quigley 948 0.9
Independent Peter James 943 0.9
Independent James Ogle 444 0.4
Independent Tom Shannon (write-in) 33 0.0
Total votes 102,732 100.00
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 1994[33]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 87,222 52.2
Republican Bill McCampbell 74,380 44.5
Green E. Craig Coffin 5,591 3.3
Total votes 167,193 100
Turnout  
Democratic gain from Republican
United States House of Representatives elections, 1996[34]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 115,116 58.9
Republican Jess Brown 73,856 37.8
Natural Law John Black 6,573 3.3
Total votes 195,545 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 1998[35]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 103,719 64.5
Republican Bill McCampbell 52,470 32.7
Libertarian Rick Garrett 2,791 1.7
Natural Law Scott R. Hartley 1,710 1.1
Total votes 160,690 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2000[36]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 143,219 68.7
Republican Clint Engler 51,557 24.7
Green E. Craig Coffin 8,215 4.0
Libertarian Rick S. Garrett 2,510 1.2
Reform Larry Fenton 2,263 1.0
Natural Law Scott R. Hartley 996 0.4
Total votes 208,760 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2002[37]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 101,632 68.1
Republican Clint Engler 40,334 27.1
Green Ray Glock-Grueneich 4,885 3.2
Libertarian Jascha Lee 2,418 1.6
independent (politician) Alan Shugart (write-in) 27 0.0
Turnout 149,296
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2004[38]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 148,958 66.8
Republican Mark Risley 65,117 29.2
Green Ray Glock-Grueneich 3,645 1.7
Peace and Freedom Joe Williams 2,823 1.2
Libertarian Joel Smolen 2,607 1.1
independent (politician) David Mauricio Munoz (write-in) 75 0.0
Turnout 282,941
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2006[39]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 120,750 75.9
Republican Anthony R. DeMaio 35,932 22.5
independent (politician) Jeff Edward Taylor (write-in) 2,611 1.6
Total votes 163,293 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2008[40]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 168,907 73.9
Republican Jeff Taylor 59,037 25.9
independent (politician) Peter Andresen (write-in) 682 0.2
Total votes 228,626 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2010[41]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr 118,734 66.7
Republican Jeff Taylor 53,176 29.9
Green Eric Peterson 3,397 1.9
Libertarian Mary Larkin 2,742 1.5
Independent Ronald Kabat (write-in) 90 0.0
Total votes 178,139 100.00
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2012[42]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 172,996 74.1
Republican Jeff Taylor 60,556 25.9
Total votes 233,552 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold
United States House of Representatives elections, 2014[43]
Party Candidate Votes %
Democratic Sam Farr (incumbent) 106,034 75.2
Independent Ronald Kabat 35,010 24.8
Total votes 141,044 100.0
Turnout  
Democratic hold

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Samuel Sharon Farr (born July 4, 1941) is a retired American who represented California's Central Coast as a Democrat in the United States from 1993 to 2017, initially for the 17th congressional district and later the 20th following redistricting. Born in to a family with deep California roots—his father was Fred Farr—Farr graduated from Carmel High School in 1959 and earned a B.S. from in 1963 before serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in from 1963 to 1965. Farr's pre-congressional career included roles as a staffer for the , a Monterey County supervisor from 1975 to 1980 (including as board chair in 1979), and a member of the from 1980 to 1993. Elected to in a 1993 special election to succeed , he prioritized issues affecting his district's agriculture, environment, and military communities, co-chairing caucuses on oceans, organic agriculture, and defense communities. Among his legislative achievements, Farr authored bills strengthening ocean conservation efforts, such as expanding NOAA's Program and establishing an advisory board for research, and played a key role in repurposing the closed military base into educational and community facilities, including . Farr declined reelection in 2016, concluding nearly five decades of focused on regional economic and environmental priorities.

Early life and family background

Childhood and upbringing

Samuel Farr was born on July 4, 1941, in , . His family, with roots tracing back five generations in —including ties to Senator William Sharon through his paternal great-grandfather—relocated to the , where Farr spent much of his childhood in Carmel. The family briefly lived on the East Coast and in during his early years before settling primarily in Carmel, prior to its transformation into a prominent tourist destination. Farr's father, Frederick Sharon Farr, served as a State Senator and Majority Leader, instilling an early exposure to within a politically engaged household that also included a sister, Francesca. Raised along the Central Coast, Farr attended local public schools in Carmel, developing a familiarity with the region's coastal environment through activities such as exploring tide pools on Carmel Beach during the 1940s. He graduated from Carmel High School in 1959.

Education and early influences

Farr graduated from Carmel High School in , in 1959. He then attended in , where he earned a degree in in 1963. Following his undergraduate studies, Farr attended in , and the Monterey Institute of International Studies in , though he did not complete additional degrees at these institutions. Born on July 4, 1941, in San Francisco to Frederick Sharon "Fred" Farr, a California state senator from 1955 to 1967, and Janet Emerson Farr, Farr grew up primarily in Carmel-by-the-Sea as a fifth-generation Californian. His father's legislative career provided exposure to public service, though Farr initially lacked aspirations for politics, instead developing an early interest in the natural environment through frequent explorations of tide pools along Carmel Beach during his childhood in the 1940s. Key influences included President John F. Kennedy's emphasis on civic engagement, which motivated Farr's subsequent Peace Corps service, alongside his parents' values of community involvement.

Pre-congressional career

Peace Corps service in Colombia

Sam Farr served as a volunteer in from February 1964 to February 1966, participating in an urban community development program. He was stationed in the Barrio Castilla, a poor mountain on the outskirts of . This assignment was part of one of the earliest groups dispatched to , shortly after the program's under President Kennedy. During his service, Farr focused on community initiatives, including efforts to address local needs in underserved urban areas, such as working with residents in impoverished neighborhoods to foster development projects. His experiences involved direct engagement with community members, including children, in daily activities aimed at improving living conditions through local collaboration. Farr later reflected that this period taught him the importance of listening to community priorities to identify practical solutions, skills he applied throughout his subsequent career.

Local government roles in Monterey County

Farr was elected to the Monterey County in 1975, representing District 5, which encompassed coastal areas including Carmel and . He served in this capacity until 1980, focusing on , , and amid the county's agricultural and tourism-based . During his tenure, Monterey County faced challenges such as rapid coastal development pressures and the need to balance conservation with economic growth, particularly in scenic areas vulnerable to overbuilding. Key accomplishments included authoring the Master Plan for , which established guidelines for in the ecologically sensitive region stretching along the Pacific Coast Highway. Farr also contributed to the Carmel Highlands Master Plan, aimed at preserving the area's rural character while permitting controlled residential expansion. These efforts reflected his emphasis on reforms to prevent unchecked , drawing from his local roots in Carmel-by-the-Sea and prior experience as a state legislative staffer. His work on these plans helped mitigate from and population influx, setting precedents for county-wide policies.

California State Assembly tenure

Sam Farr was elected to the in November 1980, representing the 27th Assembly District, which encompassed parts of Monterey County including Salinas and surrounding agricultural areas. He assumed office in December 1980 and served six two-year terms until 1992, resigning in early 1993 to join the following a special election. During his tenure, Farr focused on and local economic issues tied to the Central Coast's and coastal resources. He authored establishing one of the strictest oil spill liability laws in the nation, imposing significant financial responsibility on polluters to deter environmental damage from offshore and coastal operations. In 1985, he sponsored the California Coastal Cleanup Day initiative, which mobilized volunteers annually to remove debris from beaches and waterways, evolving into a statewide program that collected millions of pounds of trash over subsequent decades. Farr also advanced agricultural policy by authoring the Organic Foods Act of 1990, which set statewide standards for organic production, labeling, and sales, predating federal regulations and supporting the growing organic sector in . In 1990, he was appointed chair of the Assembly Committee on , where he influenced policies on municipal finance and regional planning. His assembly service emphasized pragmatic, district-specific measures rather than broader ideological battles, reflecting his background in local governance.

Congressional service

Elections and district representation

Farr was elected to the U.S. in a special on June 8, 1993, to fill the vacancy left by Leon Panetta's resignation, defeating Republican Bill McCampbell with 52 percent of the vote to McCampbell's 42 percent in . He took office on June 23, 1993, following his swearing-in ceremony. Farr secured re-election in every subsequent through 2014, typically by wide margins in the Democratic-leaning Central Coast district, which encompassed Monterey, San Benito, and parts of Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties until after the 2010 shifted him to the 20th district in 2013, including more of Monterey and San Benito counties along with portions of Fresno County. In the 2010 election for the 17th district, he garnered 66.65 percent against Republican Jeff Taylor's 29.85 percent. His 2014 re-election in the 20th district proceeded unopposed after advancing without opposition in the June primary. Farr announced on November 12, 2015, that he would not seek re-election in 2016, retiring after 23 years in at the end of the 114th in January 2017. In representing the district, Farr prioritized federal funding for agricultural research and water management critical to the region's farming economy, environmental protections for coastal ecosystems and fisheries, and economic redevelopment following the 1994 closure of , which he facilitated into the establishment of in 1994. He also advocated for military base sustainability and disaster recovery, securing appropriations for local infrastructure amid events like wildfires and floods, while maintaining bipartisan ties to advance district-specific projects despite the area's partisan lean.

Committee assignments and leadership roles

Farr served on the on Appropriations from the 109th Congress (2005–2007) onward, focusing on subcommittees addressing agriculture, rural development, and related federal funding priorities relevant to his district. He held assignments on the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, , and Related Agencies, where he influenced allocations for farming programs, food safety oversight, and rural infrastructure projects. In this role, Farr advocated for increased funding for and nutrition assistance, drawing on the district's significant agricultural economy including and production. As of the Agriculture Subcommittee during periods of Democratic minority status, such as in the 112th and 113th Congresses (2011–2015), Farr led opposition to proposed cuts in farm bill programs and pushed for enhancements in and safety regulations. This leadership position, unique as the only Californian in that capacity, enabled him to secure bipartisan support for disaster aid to farmers affected by droughts and to promote into pest management and crop resilience. He also served on the Subcommittee on Construction, , and Related Agencies, contributing to funding for base maintenance at facilities like in Monterey. Additionally, Farr participated in the Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch during the 113th Congress (2013–2015), overseeing budgets for congressional operations and support agencies. His tenure on Appropriations emphasized fiscal discipline alongside targeted investments, reflecting a pragmatic approach to federal spending amid annual budget negotiations.

Key legislation and policy initiatives

During his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1993 to 2017, Sam Farr focused on legislation advancing ocean conservation, agricultural sustainability, and limited federal interference in state medical cannabis policies, often leveraging his position on the Appropriations Committee to secure funding for these priorities. As ranking member of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, Farr directed appropriations toward sustainable farming practices, including increased support for organic agriculture research and the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which provided states with funds for crop enhancement projects benefiting California's produce industry. Farr co-sponsored the Rohrabacher-Farr Amendment, first enacted in 2014 as part of the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which prohibited the Department of Justice from using appropriated funds to prevent states from implementing their own medical marijuana laws compliant with state policy. Renewed annually through subsequent appropriations bills until at least 2017, the amendment protected state-authorized medical cannabis programs from federal prosecution, reflecting Farr's bipartisan collaboration with Republican Rep. to prioritize state autonomy over federal enforcement in this area. In ocean policy, Farr introduced the Federal Ocean Acidification Research and Monitoring Act of 2015 (H.R. 2923), establishing an interagency advisory board to coordinate federal research on ocean acidification's impacts on marine ecosystems and economies, though it did not advance to enactment. He also sponsored H.R. 556, the Southern Sea Otter Recovery and Research Act, enacted in 2010 as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, directing the Secretary of the Interior to evaluate recovery efforts for the endangered species and report progress to Congress every five years. As a founding co-chair of the bipartisan House Oceans Caucus, Farr advocated for enhanced funding in appropriations bills for NOAA's Marine Debris Program, which received boosts such as $1.6 million in one fiscal year to address coastal pollution threats to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Farr's initiatives extended to broader , including amendments to appropriations bills supporting ecosystem-based approaches under the National Ocean Policy, such as marine spatial planning to mitigate conflicts between conservation and economic uses. His work on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee ensured targeted investments in national marine sanctuaries and watershed education programs, contributing to the protection of Monterey Bay's amid growing and pressures.

Caucus participation and bipartisan efforts

Farr co-chaired the bipartisan House Oceans Caucus, which he helped establish shortly after entering in 1993 to educate members on ocean conservation and challenges. The caucus facilitated cross-party collaboration on issues like marine sanctuaries and , reflecting Farr's district interests in . He also co-chaired the Congressional Travel and Tourism starting in 1997, promoting legislation to support tourism infrastructure and through bipartisan initiatives. Similarly, as co-chair of the Congressional Organic Caucus, Farr worked with Republicans and Democrats to advance organic standards and funding, including efforts to expand USDA support for organic producers. Farr participated in the bipartisan Rohrabacher-Farr amendment, first enacted in 1996 and renewed annually, which barred the Department of Justice from using funds to interfere with state medical marijuana programs compliant with federal guidelines. In 2016, he co-introduced the Medical Marijuana Research Act with Republican Representative to streamline federal barriers to research for medical applications. These measures exemplified targeted cross-aisle work on reform, though Farr's overall cosponsorship of bipartisan bills ranked below average for Democrats in his final term. Additionally, Farr engaged in bipartisan foreign assistance reforms, including support for enhancements through bills like the Sam Farr and Peace Corps Reform Act of 2018, building on his prior service. His involvement in the Aspen Institute's Congressional Program further aided informal bipartisan dialogue on global policy.

Political ideology and positions

Domestic policy stances

Farr prioritized environmental conservation, reflecting his district's coastal and marine ecosystems, and co-chaired the bipartisan House Sustainable Energy and Environment Caucus. He earned a lifetime score of 95% from the League of Conservation Voters for supporting measures like emission limits and opposing oil drilling in the , while authoring legislation such as the Federal Ocean Acidification Research and Monitoring Act of 2015 to address marine threats. In agriculture policy, Farr championed sustainable and practices vital to California's Central Coast, the nation's leading producer of lettuce and strawberries. During his tenure, he authored the 1990 Organic Standards Act, establishing production and labeling criteria that influenced national standards. As ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, , FDA, and Related Agencies, he secured for organic research and supported Farm Bill provisions for price supports and veto overrides to aid producers. Farr backed expansions of healthcare access, voting yes on the (SCHIP) reauthorization and the to reduce costs and deficits without harming jobs. He opposed bans on federal coverage including and favored a public insurance option alongside private plans. On education, Farr focused on public school funding and excellence, opposing D.C. school vouchers to prioritize traditional systems and earning a 92% rating from the for his support. He sponsored state-level initiatives for educational improvement during his assembly service. Farr supported welfare expansions like SNAP funding while opposing stringent work requirements in reforms, emphasizing nutrition assistance for low-income families. He advocated measures, receiving an F from the NRA, and backed medical marijuana legalization with a 75% NORML rating.

Foreign policy views

Farr's perspectives were shaped by his service in from 1964 to 1966, fostering a emphasis on diplomatic engagement and in over military interventions. He hosted regular congressional briefings under the "Latin America on the Rise" series, addressing issues such as , gangs, and in the region, aiming to highlight economic opportunities and citizen challenges. On , Farr advocated for normalized U.S. relations, co-authoring letters to expand permissible travel categories, including people-to-people exchanges, under President Obama. He opposed provisions in appropriations bills restricting trade with , arguing they reverted policy to Cold War-era and limited exports to non-government entities on the island. Farr supported the Freedom to Travel to Act and participated in the bipartisan Cuba Working Group, visiting multiple times to promote engagement. Farr consistently opposed U.S. military engagements, criticizing the and co-sponsoring resolutions to avert action against . In appropriations roles, he prioritized foreign assistance programs, including food aid and funding, testifying on their long-term benefits amid fiscal constraints while expressing concerns over cuts to initiatives like . The Sam Farr and Peace Corps Reform Act of 2018, enacted posthumously in his honor, reflected his push for enhanced volunteer support and program efficacy in global development.

Immigration and enforcement perspectives

Farr advocated for comprehensive that incorporated a pathway to earned for undocumented immigrants, alongside provisions for guest worker programs tailored to needs, reflecting the labor demands of his Central Coast where farming relies heavily on seasonal migrant workers. In 2015, during his final congressional term, he identified such reform as a top priority, asserting that the House had sufficient votes to pass it and emphasizing its potential to bolster the economy and family unity. He argued for policies that were "tough, fair, and practical," critiquing the existing system for leaving approximately 11 million undocumented individuals in limbo and hindering sectors like . Farr expressed support for allowing undocumented students to remain in the country through measures akin to the DREAM Act, aligning with broader Democratic efforts to decouple immigration status from educational opportunities. His positions stemmed from the demographic realities of , which included significant undocumented populations contributing to the local economy, prompting him to favor reforms over piecemeal enforcement. Regarding enforcement, Farr voiced strong reservations about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement () tactics, particularly workplace raids. In a House Appropriations subcommittee hearing on funding, he likened operations to the "," accusing the agency of fostering fear and inefficiency rather than effective , a remark that elicited criticism from conservatives and defenders who deemed it inflammatory and disrespectful to agents. He contended that such approaches alienated communities and failed to address root causes, advocating instead for legislative fixes over intensified raids that disrupted industries dependent on immigrant labor. This stance underscored his preference for reform emphasizing integration and economic utility over stringent priorities.

Controversies and criticisms

Statements on ICE and immigration enforcement

In a February 2008 hearing before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, Farr questioned Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Assistant Secretary Julie Myers about the agency's workplace raids, stating that such operations had damaged ICE's reputation, rendering its public image "not this compassionate law enforcement agency but essentially a Gestapo-type agency." The remark, made amid discussions on deporting criminal aliens held in local jails, prompted immediate backlash from conservative commentators and figures like Lou Dobbs, who labeled it inflammatory and inappropriate for equating U.S. immigration enforcement with Nazi tactics. Farr defended his comments as reflecting constituent concerns in his agriculture-dependent district, where raids disrupted farm labor, but did not retract the comparison. Farr also advocated for moderated enforcement priorities. On July 31, 2011, he co-signed a letter with Representatives , Jerrold Nadler, , and 81 others to Department of Homeland Security Secretary , pressing to issue guidance explicitly treating LGBT family ties—such as same-sex partnerships—as a positive factor in prosecutorial discretion decisions to avoid deportations separating such families. The letter emphasized the need for consistent policy to align with DHS's broader discretion framework announced earlier that year, arguing it would prevent arbitrary family disruptions without undermining enforcement against serious offenders. These positions aligned with Farr's broader support for immigration reforms favoring agricultural guest workers and pathways for long-term undocumented residents in his Central Coast , though he occasionally acknowledged the need for targeted against criminals, as evidenced by subcommittee pushes for expedited deportations of jailed noncitizens.

Involvement in impeachment resolutions

In December 1998, during House debates on the of President over the scandal, Farr opposed all four articles of impeachment, arguing that the proceedings were politically motivated and undermined national unity at a time of economic prosperity and low . As a Democrat, his stance aligned with the party-line vote, where the House approved the articles on December 19, 1998, by margins of 228–206 (), 221–212 (obstruction of justice), 229–198 (), and 228–201 (), but Farr voted against each. Farr's most notable involvement in advancing impeachment came in 2007, when he cosponsored H. Res. 333, introduced by Representative (D-OH) on April 24, 2007, which charged Vice President with three articles of : (1) manipulating to promote the , (2) deceiving and the public about threats from , and (3) retaliating against critics of the administration's policies. On July 12, 2007, Farr became one of 12 initial cosponsors, joining Democrats including Kucinich, (D-FL), and (D-WA), reflecting frustration among some in his party over the and handling amid polls showing 54% public support for Cheney's . The resolution did not advance to a full House vote, as Democratic leadership, including Speaker , prioritized legislative agendas over proceedings, viewing them as divisive similar to the . In November 2007, Kucinich reintroduced a privileged version of the Cheney impeachment articles, prompting procedural votes; Farr publicly supported the effort, stating he had "cast a vote in effect to impeach Vice President Cheney" in reference to backing the measure's consideration. Despite gaining over 70 cosponsors by late 2007, the House tabled it on , 2007, by a 251–162 vote, with most Democrats joining Republicans against further debate. No other impeachment resolutions directly involved Farr as a sponsor or key participant during his tenure from to , though he consistently critiqued executive overreach in contexts without pursuing further articles. These actions underscored Farr's partisan alignment on high-profile accountability measures, prioritizing opposition to Republican-led policies while resisting intra-party escalations that risked legislative gridlock.

Critiques of environmental and spending priorities

Farr's tenure on the House Appropriations Committee drew criticism from fiscal watchdog organizations for his role in securing earmarks that funded local projects in , many of which aligned with environmental priorities such as marine research and coastal protection initiatives. Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW), a nonpartisan group opposing wasteful spending, highlighted Farr's sponsorship of specific earmarks in its annual Congressional Pig Books; for instance, in 2004, CAGW identified a $4.5 million allocation requested by Farr for a U.S. Geological Survey project, categorizing it as due to its targeted nature and lack of competitive bidding. Similarly, the 2001 Pig Book documented Farr's involvement in broader appropriations that CAGW deemed emblematic of unchecked earmarking, contributing to what the group described as a culture of congressional self-interest over national fiscal restraint. Critics argued that these expenditures, often directed toward entities like the and enhancements to the , exemplified pork-barrel politics that inflated federal deficits without sufficient oversight or demonstrated . In a , Farr acknowledged facing such scrutiny but defended earmarks as essential for addressing district-specific needs unmet by formulaic federal , contending that public awareness of the process could mitigate perceptions of abuse. Fiscal conservatives, including those citing the surge in earmarks during Democratic-led Congresses, contended that Farr's priorities exacerbated budgetary imbalances, with total earmarks exceeding $3.9 billion in a single 2009 spending bill that included his requests, despite party pledges to curb such practices. On environmental priorities, some local stakeholders critiqued Farr for policies perceived as overly restrictive or inconsistently applied, potentially prioritizing federal protections over economic viability in agriculture-dependent areas. For example, in efforts to reopen portions of the Clear Creek Management Area—closed since 2008 due to naturally occurring hazards—Farr introduced legislation in 2015 to permit limited access with mitigation measures, drawing opposition from environmental advocates who argued it undermined health and ecological safeguards without adequate . Post-retirement commentary, such as a public letter from San Benito County residents, accused Farr of selectively criticizing local land-use decisions while advocating expansive regional environmental frameworks, suggesting a disconnect between his congressional advocacy for protections and tolerance for development pressures elsewhere. These views, though limited in scope compared to Farr's overall pro-conservation record, reflected tensions between his emphasis on coastal and marine spending—totaling millions in dedicated funds—and calls for balanced allocation amid competing district needs like farming and .

Recognition and legacy

Awards received

Throughout his congressional career, Sam Farr received numerous awards from environmental, , and organizations recognizing his legislative efforts on issues such as conservation, military communities, and . In 2007, he was presented with the Senator Special Achievement Award by the National Association of Installation Developers for his supporting communities affected by military transitions. That same year, Farr and his family received the Fiat Lux Award from the , honoring their contributions to and education in the region. In 2009, Farr earned the Excellence in Policy Award as part of the Ocean Awards for his work advancing conservation policies. He also received the Pioneer Award from the National Tour Association that year, acknowledging his support for the travel and tourism industry. In 2012, the Organic Trade Association bestowed its Public Servant of the Year Award on Farr for championing organic agriculture and sustainable farming legislation. Farr was honored with the Friend of the National Parks Award by the National Parks Conservation Association in July 2015, based on his 80% voting record in support of protections during the 113th . Later that year, on November 10, he received the Humanitarian Award from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) for his efforts opposing and promoting humane treatment in research. Bread for the World presented him with a Lifetime Hunger Champion Award for his sustained leadership on anti-hunger initiatives and aid to low-income communities. In July 2016, the Tour Operators Association named Farr the inaugural recipient of its Champion in Travel Award for advocating policies that bolstered the U.S. sector. The following November, the Leon and Sylvia Panetta Institute for Public Policy awarded him the Jefferson-Lincoln Award, recognizing his 24 years of bipartisan public service in . Post-retirement, in 2017, conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws degree on Farr for his role in establishing the university on former land and his broader contributions to , environmental protection, and regional development.

Post-retirement activities and influence

Following his retirement from the U.S. in 2017 after 23 years of service, Sam Farr shifted focus to personal and family pursuits in Carmel, California, including carpentry, plumbing, gardening, errands, and quality time with his wife Shary and grandchildren—a 13-year-old granddaughter and 9-year-old grandson. He also began exploring , such as learning to use an iPhone's camera features. Farr indicated interest in educational roles, considering and lecturing to inform citizens on effectively petitioning for change. He proposed developing a to highlight Carmel's historical sites and boost local , though no implementation details emerged. Farr maintained influence through advocacy tied to his Peace Corps background, where he served as a volunteer in from 1964 to 1966. The Sam Farr and Peace Corps Reform Act (H.R. 2259), enacted in 2018, reflected his ongoing input on agency improvements like volunteer support and crisis response, despite his post-Congress status. In December 2024, he publicly endorsed establishing a commemorative park in , to honor the agency's legacy and promote global service, signing on as an advocate in a campaign led by returned volunteers. As a local elder statesman in Monterey County, Farr's prior legislative achievements—such as redevelopment into educational and recreational sites—continued to shape regional policy discussions, though he assumed no formal board or advisory positions post-2017. His retirement emphasized work-life balance over new institutional roles, aligning with his announcement's focus on family amid decades of .

Personal life

Family and relationships

Sam Farr married Shary Baldwin Farr, with whom he has resided in Carmel, , for many years. The couple has one daughter, Jessica Farr. They are also grandparents to two grandchildren. Farr was born Samuel Sharon Farr on July 4, 1941, in , to Frederick Sharon Farr, a State Senator who served from 1957 to 1970, and Janet E. Farr. He had sisters, including Nancy Farr (deceased) and Francesca Farr. No other significant personal relationships or marital history beyond his to Shary are documented in .

Interests and later years

Following his retirement from the U.S. in January 2017 after 43 years in , Sam Farr settled in Carmel, California, focusing on home-based activities including , plumbing, and gardening, as well as running errands without the constraints of a fixed schedule. Farr took up walking along the Carmel coastline, where he shared insights on local history, politics, and environmental features, such as the habitat of the bird species. He also explored using his newly adopted , often photographing his 13-year-old granddaughter and 9-year-old grandson. Time with family became central, including extended conversations and morning coffee with his Shary, married since 1968, and increased involvement with his grandchildren. Farr contemplated lecturing or roles to discuss his experiences in government and , and floated ideas like developing an app to highlight Carmel's historical sites, though he emphasized a period of decompression before pursuing formal commitments.

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