February 28, 2026

Rep. Mike Levin Honors Rob Howard as February 2026 Constituent of the Month

Rob Howard Feb 2026

Rob Howard

Oceanside, CA— Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) recognized Rob Howard, an outstanding Oceanside resident, six-year Navy veteran, and recipient of this year's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award, as his February 2026 Constituent of the Month.

A dedicated and compassionate leader, Mr. Howard is a champion for equality, expanding access to opportunity, and strengthening public health initiatives throughout Oceanside and North County. His work has focused on addressing disparities, connecting families to critical resources, and ensuring historically underserved communities have a voice.

Mr. Howard is especially passionate about investing in the next generation. Through mentorship, educational outreach, and civic engagement efforts, he empowers young people to develop leadership skills, embrace accountability, and pursue higher education with confidence. By creating supportive networks and meaningful pathways to achievement, he helps youth see themselves as capable leaders and changemakers in their own communities.

His unwavering dedication continues to uplift Oceanside residents, strengthen neighborhood connections, and create lasting opportunities for families across the region.

See below for Rep. Levin’s statement recognizing Rob Howard in the Congressional Record:

“Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Rob Howard as my February 2026 Constituent of the Month.

“I have known Mr. Howard for years. He is not only an outstanding individual, but someone who supports and fights for his community in every way imaginable. It has been an honor to work with him, specifically on nuclear waste issues and the future of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating System here in California’s 49th Congressional District.

“Rob’s commitment to public service and to lifting up everyone—not just a select few—throughout Oceanside and North County has left a lasting impact on so many. He works tirelessly to ensure that members of his community have the tools they need to succeed, no matter the situation they come from.

“I know he does not do this work for recognition, but it is truly an honor to select him for this distinction, and our district is better off because of his work.”

ABOUT THE CONSTITUENT OF THE MONTH PROGRAM: 

Rep. Levin’s Constituent of the Month program recognizes outstanding North County San Diego and South Orange County residents who have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors, give back to their community, and represent the best of our country. Rep. Levin’s January 2026 Constituent of the Month was John Resnick, leader of four acclaimed restaurants, recipient of two Michelin Stars, and winner of the 2025 North County Steward Award. The December 2025 Co-Constituents of the Month were Rev. Jason Coker and Rev. Jenell Coker, co-lead pastors of The Oceanside Sanctuary.

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