U.S. Representative for California’s 7th District
Doris O. Matsui
Position · −0.43
- In office
- House 2005–now
21 years in CongressMore senior than 88% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 13%
- Finance and Financial Sector 8%
- Committees
- Energy and Commerce
- Bills on
- Health
- Environmental Protection
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Age
- 82
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DMai Vang$1.1M
- DRobert Morin$30K
- DErica Lee$15K
- RKathryn S Ming$25
Bottom line
Where Matsui has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Communications and Technology (Energy and Commerce)
- Energy and Commerce · 4th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 2140 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 5201 Kari's Law Reporting Act · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 5200 Emergency Reporting Act · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 2449 FUTURE Networks Act · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Matsui’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Matsui breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Matsui voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Agriculture and Food 13% · 1 of 8 party 0%
- Finance and Financial Sector 8% · 1 of 13 party 8%
- Public Lands and Natural Resources 6% · 1 of 16 party 0%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Matsui broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations for federal agencies and extends various expiring programs and authorities.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jun 29, 2026 | KIDS ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act or the KIDS ActBroke w/ party | Nay |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 15, 2026 | Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Passage · Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| May 13, 2026 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Motion to Recommit · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 12, 2026 | Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands federal enforcement of criminal offenses related to organized retail and supply chain crime.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Apr 30, 2026 | A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This act extends the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that addressBroke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Matsui is saying
All 7 statements and posts-
HOUSE PASSES MATSUI’S BIPARTISAN BILL TO CUT DIESEL POLLUTION, PROTECT SACRAMENTO FAMILIES
Passed bipartisan bill to reauthorize diesel emissions reduction program at $100 million annually through 2029.
“For more than two decades, DERA has been a model of effective, bipartisan policymaking.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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MATSUI STATEMENT ON SMITHSONIAN SECRETARY LONNIE BUNCH’S ANNOUNCEMENT
Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), a member of the Smithsonian Board of Regents, released the following statement after Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced that he would retire from his position after seven years leading…
“Lonnie has my deepest gratitude for his decades of service and for everything he has done to strengthen the Smithsonian for generations to come. Most people know him as one of the nation’s great historians and cultural leaders. I am proud to say he is my dear friend. I wish him and his family every happiness in this…”
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Today, on 988 Day, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) brought together Sacramento behavioral health leaders and crisis response professionals at the future WellSpace Health Community Wellness Campus to highlight her newly introduced…
“As we continue to fight the mental health crisis in America, we need to invest in what works. 988 works.”
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MATSUI LEADS BIPARTISAN PUSH TO BUILD THE CRISIS CARE SYSTEM BEHIND 988
Ahead of 988 Day, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) reintroduced the 988 Implementation Act today with Congressmembers Nanette Barragán (CA-44), Troy Carter (LA-02), Lori Trahan (MA-03), Seth…
“When someone reaches out for help in a moment of crisis, we have a responsibility to make sure help is there.”
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MATSUI URGES VETERANS ORGANIZATION TO RECONSIDER REVOCATION OF SACRAMENTO CHAPTER 6 CHARTER
Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) sent a letter to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) National Headquarters, urging the organization to reconsider its revocation of Sacramento Chapter 6’s charter and work toward a resolution that…
“In Sacramento, we honor our veterans by ensuring they receive the support they have earned.”
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CongresswomenDoris Matsui (D-CA-07) and Jen Kiggans (R-VA-02), along with Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), announced the reintroduction of their Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act.
“Nurses perform lifesaving work every day, providing patients with the care, comfort and support they need during their most vulnerable moments.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Matsui voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredAbove expectations
Rank 62 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Matsui’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 26
- Action in committee 10
- Action beyond committee 5
- Passed chamber 5
- Became law 0
26 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 3 significant (got a roll call vote), 23 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 29 sponsored billsSponsored 29 (House median 25) · cosponsored 348 (median 289), 155 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Environmental Protection, Science, Technology, Communications.
- H.R. 10280 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2026Implements the 9-8-8 suicide and crisis lifeline nationwide. AI-readHealth · Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1525 Recognizing September 11, 2026, as a "National Day of Service and Remembrance" and the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10056 Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act of 2026Health · Introduced Aug 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9918 Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity ActRequires schools to improve cybersecurity protections and training. AI-readEducation · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9808 No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026Environmental Protection · Introduced Jul 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8936 Digital Opportunity Foundation Act of 2026Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced May 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8487 Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health ActHealth · Introduced Apr 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4581 340B PATIENTS Act of 2025Health · Introduced Apr 22, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 16% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 26% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 33% |
| Energy | 38 | 32% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 36% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 48% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% |
| Commerce | 27 | 74% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 92% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 64% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Education | 16 | 25% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 64% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 63% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Matsui voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DJasmine CrockettTX-3099%agreement
- DBecca BalintVT-AL99%agreement
- DMaxine DexterOR-399%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Matsui most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Matsui’s campaign raised $3.2M: $840K (26%) from individuals and $937K (29%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $467K.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Matsui
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 285.
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
- Charter Communications Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Matsui this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inMatsui’s own leadership PAC: Sac PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Matsui’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, CA-7Democrat2023–present
- U.S. House, CA-6Democrat2013–2023
- U.S. House, CA-5Democrat2005–2013
Seat
- State
- California
- District
- 7
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 82
Committees and roles
- Energy and Commerce
- Communications and Technology Ranking Member
- Energy
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-7163
2206 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Sacramento
- Website
- matsui.house.gov
- doris.matsui
- repdorismatsui
- YouTube
- RepDorisMatsui
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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