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Juan Vargas

U.S. Representative, CA-52

Democratic California since Jan 3, 2025

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Offices & terms

OfficePartyFromToSource
U.S. Representative, CA-52 current
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2025 Jan 3, 2027 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-52
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2023 Jan 3, 2025 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-51
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2021 Jan 3, 2023 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-51
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2019 Jan 3, 2021 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-51
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2017 Jan 3, 2019 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-51
California
Democratic Jan 6, 2015 Jan 3, 2017 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
U.S. Representative, CA-51
California
Democratic Jan 3, 2013 Jan 3, 2015 unitedstates/congress-legislators CC0-1.0
US House District CA-52
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2023 Jan 3, 2025 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-51
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2021 Jan 3, 2023 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-51
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2019 Jan 3, 2021 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-51
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2017 Jan 3, 2019 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-51
United States
Democratic Jan 6, 2015 Jan 3, 2017 openstates/people CC0-1.0
US House District CA-51
United States
Democratic Jan 3, 2013 Jan 3, 2015 openstates/people CC0-1.0

Committee assignments

Ideology — academic context, not a GovTally claim

DW-NOMINATE coordinates (Congress 119): economic dim. -0.399, social dim. 0.014. Voteview DW-NOMINATE Voteview-academic

Roll-call votes (583 recorded)

BillMotion / questionPositionChamber · stage · rollDateOutcomeSource
HR 4593
SHOWER Act
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-22 Jan 13, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll22 US-GOV-PD
HR 2312
Tipped Employee Protection Act
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-21 Jan 13, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll21 US-GOV-PD
HR 2270
Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-20 Jan 13, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll20 US-GOV-PD
HR 2262
Flexibility for Workers Education Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-19 Jan 13, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll19 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-18 Jan 13, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll18 US-GOV-PD
HRES 988
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend the Employee Retirement Income…
On Agreeing to the Resolution Nay house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2026-17 Jan 13, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll17 US-GOV-PD
On Ordering the Previous Question Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-16 Jan 13, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll16 US-GOV-PD
HR 6504
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-15 Jan 12, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll15 US-GOV-PD
HR 6500
AGOA Extension Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-14 Jan 12, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll14 US-GOV-PD
HR 2683
Remote Access Security Act
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-13 Jan 12, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll13 US-GOV-PD
HR 5184
Affordable HOMES Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-12 Jan 9, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll12 US-GOV-PD
HR 1834
Breaking the Gridlock Act
On Passage Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-11 Jan 8, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll11 US-GOV-PD
HRES 780
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break…
On Agreeing to the Resolution Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-10 Jan 8, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll10 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Discharge Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-4 Jan 7, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll4 US-GOV-PD
HR 131
Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act
Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-9 Jan 8, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll9 US-GOV-PD
HR 504
Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act
Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding Yea house · 2/3 YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-8 Jan 8, 2026 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll8 US-GOV-PD
HR 6938
Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment…
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-7 Jan 8, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll7 US-GOV-PD
On Retaining Divisions B and C Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-6 Jan 8, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll6 US-GOV-PD
On Retaining Division A Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-5 Jan 8, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll5 US-GOV-PD
HRES 977
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act…
On Agreeing to the Resolution Nay house · RECORDED VOTE · roll 2026-3 Jan 7, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll3 US-GOV-PD
On Ordering the Previous Question Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2026-2 Jan 7, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll2 US-GOV-PD
Unlinked roll call
Call of the House Present house · QUORUM · roll 2026-1 Jan 6, 2026 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2026-roll1 US-GOV-PD
HR 498
Do No Harm in Medicaid Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-362 Dec 18, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll362 US-GOV-PD
On Motion to Recommit Yea house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-361 Dec 18, 2025 Failed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll361 US-GOV-PD
HR 845
Pet and Livestock Protection Act
On Passage Nay house · YEA-AND-NAY · roll 2025-360 Dec 18, 2025 Passed U.S. House Clerk roll-call votes h119-2025-roll360 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
$790,625$919,328 $90,841$1,839

2024 · Itemized receipts loaded

Period Jan 3, 2023–Dec 12, 2024 · verified Jun 21, 2026 · 5:59 AM · coverage: itemized partial · FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

Gross receipts loadedRefunds/reversals loadedNet receipts loaded
$981,774$10,000$971,774

Largest itemized receipts

CycleAmountDonorTo committeeTypeDateCoverageSource
2024 $5,000 NATIONAL ASSN. OF REALTORS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (RPAC) VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified May 24, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 CARPENTERS LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jul 11, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 AMERICAN CRYSTAL SUGAR COMPANY PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jul 21, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 DELOITTE FEDERAL PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Aug 2, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 NMHC PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jul 21, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 MORTGAGE BANKERS ASSN PAC (MORPAC) VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Jul 25, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 CARPENTERS LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 14, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 NEW DEMOCRAT COALITION ACTION FUND VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 7, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 INVESTMENT COMPANY INSTITUTE PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 7, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 7, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CPA'S PAC (AICPA PAC) VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Oct 4, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 UBS AMERICAS INC. PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Sep 30, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 NMHC PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Sep 30, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (AIPAC-PAC) VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified Aug 30, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024 $5,000 COUNCIL OF INSURANCE AGENTS & BROKERS PAC VARGAS FOR CONGRESS unclassified May 6, 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
2024Oppose $750 (1 records) Dec 22, 2023–Dec 22, 2023 · as of Dec 22, 2023 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD
2024Support $1,621 (18 records) Feb 1, 2023–Oct 18, 2024 · as of Oct 18, 2024 itemized partial FEC openFEC API US-GOV-PD

Sponsored legislation (2 as lead sponsor)

Social media

Recent posts

  • On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Galveston, TX learned they were free — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. As we commemorate Juneteenth and the end of slavery in the United States, we recommit ourselves to the unfinished work of justice, opportunity, and…
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  • Yet another attack on public education from this Administration. This will hurt students who need support and families across this country. Absolutely wrong, and we will push back.
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  • Today marks 14 years of DACA. Dreamers strengthen our communities, contribute to our economy, and have built their lives here. As Trump continues to attack DACA, we must provide permanent protections and a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers
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  • This is a truly stunning report. The White House cover-up of the Epstein Files is one of the most disturbing and corrupt in our history. We must hold every single one of them accountable!
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  • SHAMEFUL: Republicans just voted to send $70 BILLION to ICE. That's on top of the $170 billion they authorized for the agency last summer. They chose to hand another $70 billion to an agency that continues to terrorize our communities with absolutely no guardrails. I voted NO.
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  • The law is clear: seeking asylum is legal in the United States. This ruling confirms that the administration's attempt to freeze asylum claims was unlawful. Those fleeing violence and persecution have the right to seek protection and have their cases heard…
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  • Early this morning, the Senate voted to give ICE $70 billion more as this rogue agency continues to terrorize our communities. No reforms or changes made. The House must reject this funding. Not one penny more for Trump’s ICE.
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  • Happy Pride! This month, as we celebrate the resilience and enormous achievements of the LGBTQI+ community, we also reaffirm our commitment to fight for justice and equality for all.
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  • During National Small Business Month, I was glad to honor Fernando Covarrubias and Priscilla Curiel, owners of Mujer Divina Burrito & Coffee House, as our May Constituents of the Month.
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  • From Forbes - Juan Vargas: 'I Don't Hear A Peep' From GOP Over ICE Carrying Out Raids Without Judicial Warrants ICE is out of control. Meanwhile, Republicans are trying to send them billions more in funding with no oversight. Absolutely NO funds for this rogue agency.
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  • Donald Trump is setting up a nearly $2 BILLION taxpayer-funded slush fund for his loyalists and supporters - including January 6th rioters who attacked police officers. The corruption is out of control. It's an outrage, and we're fighting to stop it.
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  • Eid Mubarak. Especially after the horrific events last week at the Islamic Center of San Diego, I'm wishing everyone observing Eid al-Adha blessings and strength.
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