U.S. Representative for California’s 28th District
Judy Chu
Position · −0.48
- In office
- House 2009–now
17 years in CongressMore senior than 83% of the House - Breaks on
- Public Lands and Natural Resources 6% · Environmental Protection 4%
- Committees
- Ways and Means · Budget
- Bills on
- Health · Education · Taxation
- Age
- 73
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RApril Verlato$250
Where Chu has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Ways and Means · 9th in seniority on the minority side
- Budget · 13th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 7463 Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 754 Investing in Main Street Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Chu’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Chu breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Chu voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Public Lands and Natural Resources 6% · 1 of 16 party 0%
- Environmental Protection 4% · 1 of 26 party 4%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Chu broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/26 | Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".On Passage · This joint resolution revokes the partial authorization granted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to amend its Commercial Harbor… | Nay |
| 09/16/26 | PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act | Nay |
| 09/16/26 | National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for the National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ).Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".On Passage · This joint resolution revokes the authorization granted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to amend its Ocean-Going Vessels… | Nay |
| 07/14/26 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/04/26 | 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 |
| 04/30/26 | 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 |
| 04/30/26 | 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 | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Chu is saying
All 15 statements and posts-
Secured $6.6 million FEMA funding for wildfire survivor case management program.
“I'm relieved FEMA finally released this funding at the eleventh hour. This is a real win for the thousands of wildfire survivors in Southern California who depend on these case managers to navigate the red tape standing between them and rebuilding, and it is exactly what my fellow California colleagues and I have been…”
Eaton and Palisades Fires RecoveryEmergency ManagementAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan resolution recognizing Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions Week.
“As a former community college professor, I’ve seen what happens when students get real support. They don’t just graduate, they can transform their families and their communities for generations. AANAPISIs make that possible for students who need it the most, including first generation, and low-income students of color,…”
EducationAI-read
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Led 92 Democrats demanding HHS restore funding to Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program.
“As the fiscal year rapidly comes to an end on September 30, we are very concerned that your Department has failed to distribute over $100 million of the $101 million in funding Congress provided for the Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) Program. Your decision to terminate the vast majority of existing TPP grants this…”
HealthAI-read
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Sent follow-up letter to FEMA demanding funding to prevent shutdown of wildfire disaster case management program.
“FEMA approved this program because survivors needed sustained case management throughout a long and difficult recovery. Yet FEMA’s own funding delays now threaten to force the program to shut down months before the end of that approved period.”
Eaton and Palisades Fires RecoveryEmergency ManagementAI-read
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Reps. Chu, Moran, and Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bring Film Jobs Home
Co-led introduction of bipartisan bill creating federal tax credit for film and television production in America.
“Having worked in a movie theater growing up, I saw early on how films can move and inspire generations of Americans. Films like ‘The Notebook’ bring us to tears, and films like ‘Forrest Gump’ inspire us to see the world differently. That is the power of film, and South Carolina is blessed to have served as the backdrop…”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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Led bipartisan letter requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal following catastrophic flooding.
“These conditions have placed an extraordinary burden on Nepal as the country undertakes massive rescue, humanitarian, and reconstruction efforts. Many Nepali nationals currently living in the United States are from the communities directly affected by this disaster. Families are attempting to determine whether their…”
International AffairsAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Chu voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 235 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Chu’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 32
- Action in committee 4
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
32 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 31 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 43 sponsored billsSponsored 43 (House median 25) · cosponsored 714 (median 289), 77 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Education, Taxation.
- H.R. 10651 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat transfers of appreciated property to certain tax-exempt organizations the same as transfers of appreciated property to political organizations.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1574 Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2026, to October 3, 2026, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".Education · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1532 Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 13 through September 19, 2026, as "Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week".Education · Introduced Sep 14, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1509 Recognizing the extraordinary resilience and courage of children and families fighting neuroblastoma and supports the incredible effort of clinicians and researchers working to address this disease and expressing support for September 3, 2026, to be designated as "Neuroblastoma Awareness Day".Health · Introduced Sep 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10045 Protect American Values ActImmigration · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9699 Drug Deal Disclosure ActHealth · Introduced Jul 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9400 American Rescuers of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2026International Affairs · Introduced Jun 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 924 NO BAN ActImmigration · Introduced May 29, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 15% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 30% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 60 | 32% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 32% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 36% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 36% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 50% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 78% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 96% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 25% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 50% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 43% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL100%agreement
- DEverton Blair Jr.GA-13100%agreement
- DJill N. TokudaHI-299%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Chu most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Chu’s campaign raised $930K: $550K (59%) from individuals and $380K (41%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.7M.
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 Chu
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 142.
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
- Laborers' International Union of North America Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Chu 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 inChu’s own leadership PAC: Together We Rise. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Chu’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, CA-28Democrat2023–present
- U.S. House, CA-27Democrat2013–2023
- U.S. House, CA-32Democrat2009–2013
Seat
- State
- California
- District
- 28
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 73
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-5464
2423 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Claremont, Pasadena
- Website
- chu.house.gov
- RepJudyChu
- repjudychu
- YouTube
- RepJudyChu
Elsewhere
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