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Jim Costa

U.S. Representative, CA-21

Democratic California since Jan 3, 2025

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Offices & terms

OfficePartyFromToSource
U.S. Representative, CA-21 current
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2025 Jan 3, 2027 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-21
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2023 Jan 3, 2025 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-16
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2021 Jan 3, 2023 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-16
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2019 Jan 3, 2021 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-16
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2017 Jan 3, 2019 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-16
California
Democratic Jan 6, 2015 Jan 3, 2017 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-16
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2013 Jan 3, 2015 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-20
California
Democratic Jan 5, 2011 Jan 3, 2013 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-20
California
Democratic Jan 6, 2009 Jan 3, 2011 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-20
California
Democratic Jan 4, 2007 Jan 3, 2009 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-20
California
Democratic Jan 4, 2005 Jan 3, 2007 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
US House District CA-21
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2023 Jan 3, 2025 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-16
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2021 Jan 3, 2023 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-16
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2019 Jan 3, 2021 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-16
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2017 Jan 3, 2019 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-16
United States
Democratic Jan 6, 2015 Jan 3, 2017 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-16
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2013 Jan 3, 2015 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-20
United States
Democratic Jan 5, 2011 Jan 3, 2013 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-20
United States
Democratic Jan 6, 2009 Jan 3, 2011 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-20
United States
Democratic Jan 4, 2007 Jan 3, 2009 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-20
United States
Democratic Jan 4, 2005 Jan 3, 2007 openstates/people CC0-1.0

Committee assignments

Ideology — academic context, not a GovTally claim

DW-NOMINATE coordinates (Congress 119): economic dim. -0.199, social dim. 0.447. Voteview DW-NOMINATE Voteview-academic

Roll-call votes (583 recorded)

BillMotion / questionPositionChamber · stage · rollDateOutcomeSource
HR 3668
Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-334 Dec 12, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll334 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-333 Dec 12, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll333 US-GOV-PD
HR 2550
Protect America's Workforce Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-332 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll332 US-GOV-PD
HRES 432
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2550) to nullify the Executive order relating to…
On Agreeing to the Resolution Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-331 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll331 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Discharge Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-321 Dec 10, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll321 US-GOV-PD
HR 3898
PERMIT Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-330 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll330 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-329 Dec 11, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll329 US-GOV-PD
HR 3383
Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation Act of 2025
On Passage Yea house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2025-328 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll328 US-GOV-PD
On Agreeing to the Amendment Nay house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2025-327 Dec 11, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll327 US-GOV-PD
On Agreeing to the Amendment Yea house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2025-326 Dec 11, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll326 US-GOV-PD
On Agreeing to the Amendment Nay house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2025-325 Dec 11, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll325 US-GOV-PD
HR 3638
Electric Supply Chain Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-324 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll324 US-GOV-PD
HR 3628
State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-323 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll323 US-GOV-PD
HRES 939
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States for high crimes and misdemeanors.
On Motion to Table Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-322 Dec 11, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll322 US-GOV-PD
S 1071
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
On Passage Not voting house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-320 Dec 10, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll320 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Commit Not voting house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-319 Dec 10, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll319 US-GOV-PD
HRES 936
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3898) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control…
On Agreeing to the Resolution Nay house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2025-318 Dec 10, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll318 US-GOV-PD
On Ordering the Previous Question Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-317 Dec 10, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll317 US-GOV-PD
HR 1676
Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-316 Dec 9, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll316 US-GOV-PD
S 356
Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-315 Dec 9, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll315 US-GOV-PD
HR 1049
Transparency in Reporting of Adversarial Contributions to Education Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-314 Dec 4, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll314 US-GOV-PD
HR 1069
PROTECT Our Kids Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-313 Dec 4, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll313 US-GOV-PD
HR 1005
Combating the Lies of Authoritarians in School Systems Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-312 Dec 3, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll312 US-GOV-PD
HR 4305
DUMP Red Tape Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-311 Dec 3, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll311 US-GOV-PD
HR 2965
Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act of 2025
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-310 Dec 3, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll310 US-GOV-PD

Campaign finance

2024 cycle · official FEC aggregate

Period Jan 1, 2023–Dec 31, 2024 · as of Dec 31, 2024 · coverage: official aggregate · FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

ReceiptsSpendingCashDebtRefundsSelf-fundingNet receipts
$1,705,408$1,885,604 $208,882$27,665 $24,630 $1,680,778

2024 · Itemized receipts loaded

Period Jan 23, 2023–Dec 26, 2024 · verified Jun 21, 2026 · 7:10 AM · coverage: itemized partial · FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

Gross receipts loadedRefunds/reversals loadedNet receipts loaded
$1,805,120$0$1,805,120

Largest itemized receipts

CycleAmountDonorTo committeeTypeDateCoverageSource
2024 $6,500 AFZAL, TEHMINA JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS Big donor Aug 14, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD GovTally funding-type rules
2024 $6,500 SINGH, JASPREET JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS Big donor Aug 14, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD GovTally funding-type rules
2024 $6,500 ARK, MANDEEP JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS Big donor Aug 14, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD GovTally funding-type rules
2024 $5,000 NATIONAL CATTLEMEN'S BEEF ASSOCIATION JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified May 12, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 CALIFORNIA CITRUS MUTUAL FEDERAL PAC JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 5, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 CARPENTERS LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 8, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 AMERICAN CRYSTAL SUGAR COMPANY PAC JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jun 9, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 INTERNATIONAL DAIRY FOODS ASSOCIATION JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Nov 1, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 MARATHON PETROLEUM CO. EMPLOYEES POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (MEPAC) JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 28, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SHEET METAL, AIR, RAIL AND TRANSPORTATION WORKERS JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Nov 1, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 BRAVANTE FARM CAPITAL, LLC JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Nov 2, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 WESTERN GROWERS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jun 21, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 THE HOME DEPOT INC. PAC JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jun 9, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 J. R. SIMPLOT CO., PAC JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jun 23, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION JIM COSTA FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 14, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

Largest loaded receipts, not a complete total. FEC contributor data may not be used for commercial solicitation.

Outside spending

Independent expenditures are not campaign contributions and are shown separately by support or opposition.

CyclePositionItemized spending loadedPeriod / as ofCoverageSource
2024Support $60,277 (15 records) Feb 1, 2023–Oct 23, 2024 · as of Oct 23, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

Sponsored legislation (1 as lead sponsor)

Social media

Recent posts

  • Want to stay updated on my work in Washington and how I'm fighting for CA-21? Subscribe to my e-newsletter for the latest updates.
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  • Today, we commemorate #Juneteenth and honor the resilience and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom. As we reflect on this important day, let us recommit ourselves to building a future rooted in justice, equality, and opportunity for all.
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  • Need federal assistance? Team Costa is here to help you cut through the red tape. Whether you're dealing with the IRS, Social Security, veterans' services, or other federal agencies, my office is here to assist.
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  • My thoughts are with the families, loved ones, and the entire Air Force community following the tragic loss of eight individuals in the B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base.
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  • Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Army! For 251 years, Army soldiers have defended the freedoms and liberties we hold dear. Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those serving today and the veterans who came before them. 🇺🇸
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  • Yesterday, I met with members of the International Fresh Produce Association to discuss the importance of the Farm Bill, workforce challenges, and increasing fresh produce consumption.
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  • It’s plain and simple: farmers across CA-21 and throughout the country need certainty in the marketplace—not chaos. At a time when farm bankruptcies are rising, we need to stay focused on ensuring reliable markets for our farmers and producers.
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  • House Ag Committee: Rep. Jim Costa Speaks on Stable Market & Trade for American Farmers
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  • Sixty-three years ago today, the Equal Pay Act was signed into law, marking a major step forward in the fight for fairness in the workplace.
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  • Today, I met with the National Milk Producers Federation to discuss issues important to the Central Valley’s dairy industry, including school nutrition and accurate labeling of imitation dairy products.
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  • We support efforts to reach a negotiated agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and help ease costs driven by the conflict with Iran.
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  • FOX26: Rep Jim Costa on Iran War & Reaching a Peace Agreement
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