U.S. Representative for California’s 24th District
Salud O. Carbajal
Position · −0.32
- In office
- House 2017–now
9 years in CongressMore senior than 59% of the House - Breaks on
- Finance and Financial Sector 31%
- Agriculture and Food 13%
- Committees
- Agriculture
- Armed Services
- Transportation and Infrastructure
- Bills on
- Transportation and Public Works
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Age
- 61
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RRobert Bob J Smith$203K
- DSarah Bacon$42K
Bottom line
- Moves bills further than peers: effectiveness 1.10 against 0.50 expected.
- Breaks with Democrats most on Finance and Financial Sector: voted against them on 31% of party-line votes (4 of 13), against 8% for most Democrats.
- Ranking member of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation subcommittee (Transportation and Infrastructure).
Where Carbajal has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation (Transportation and Infrastructure)
- Agriculture · 24th in seniority on the minority side
- Armed Services · 6th in seniority on the minority side
- Transportation and Infrastructure · 12th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 2175 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the "Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building". · Out of committee
- H.R. 3331 Mariner Exam Modernization Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 2492 Fire Safe Electrical Corridors Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Carbajal’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Carbajal breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Carbajal voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Finance and Financial Sector 31% · 4 of 13 party 8%
- Agriculture and Food 13% · 1 of 8 party 0%
- Commerce 13% · 1 of 8 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 10 issues where Carbajal has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Carbajal broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Main Street Capital Access ActOn Passage · Main Street Capital Access Act or the Main Street ActBroke w/ party | Yea |
| May 21, 2026 | Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026On Passage · This bill expands specified benefits programs for veterans and their survivors and establishes a supplemental monthly allowance for certain…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 14, 2026 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 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 Passage · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 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 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026On Passage · This bill authorizes the President to prohibit the entry of a vessel into the United States if the vessel has transited any U.S.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for… | Not voting |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Carbajal is saying
All 7 statements and posts-
Carbajal, Padilla Introduce Legislation to Investigate Toxic Waste Dump Off California Coast
Introduced bill to investigate toxic DDT waste dumped off California coast.
“The San Pedro Basin has long been the site of an underwater toxic waste dump. This toxic waste – which includes the pesticide DDT – has been very harmful to the health of local marine life and poses a risk to people who live and work near these waters.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Carbajal Announces Funding for Central Coast Water Projects Passed House
Announced House passage of Water Resources Development Act with $66 million for Central Coast projects.
“Climate change and population growth are straining the Central Coast’s aging water infrastructure. We need strong federal investments to upgrade the water pipes, treatment plants, and sewer systems that serve our region.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), along with Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Top Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA), led 14 of their colleagues in filing…
“The Sable pipeline restart is a classic example of the Trump administration abusing power to benefit political allies at the expense of local communities.”
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Carbajal Highlights $20 Million Federal Grant for UCSB Advanced Research Lab
On Friday, August 21, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) hosted a press conference at UC Santa Barbara’s (UCSB) OASIS Facility to highlight a $20 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
“As a proud Gaucho, I am thrilled to highlight this $20 million grant from the National Science Foundation to support UC Santa Barbara’s COAST PCL project.”
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Carbajal Announces $4.6 Million in New Federal Funding for SLO Airport
U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), a senior member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, announced $4,609,282.00 in new federal funding for the San Luis Obispo County Airport for a range of infrastructure…
“As SLO County continues to welcome more visitors each year, it’s essential that we invest in our local airport to maintain the highest levels of safety for passengers and crew.”
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Carbajal Statement on Diablo Canyon Receiving Federal Funding for Extended Operations
U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) released the statement below following the Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to distribute $271 million in Civil Nuclear Credit Program funds to help support Diablo Canyon Power Plant’s…
“This announcement marks another important milestone in reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. Diablo Canyon has long been a critical source of carbon‑free electricity, and this $271 million award will help ensure that Diablo Canyon remains a stable part of our power grid as California continues its transition toward…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Carbajal voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredAbove expectations
Rank 136 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Carbajal’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 34
- Action in committee 10
- Action beyond committee 4
- Passed chamber 2
- Became law 0
34 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 32 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 37 sponsored billsSponsored 37 (House median 25) · cosponsored 625 (median 289), 228 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Transportation and Public Works, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Armed Forces and National Security.
- H.R. 10536 Ocean Protection and DDT Reduction ActPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8439 Commission on Natural Disaster Risk Management and Insurance ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Sep 2, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1459 Expressing support for the designation of July 2026 as "American Grown Flower and Foliage Month".Agriculture and Food · Introduced Jul 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7526 Safe Skies Act of 2026Bill title and summary unavailable; cannot determine bill's content or effects. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Jun 18, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9185 Alan S. Lowenthal Blue Whales, Blue Skies ActPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Jun 8, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7976 Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution ActRecognizes moral injury in military service members and establishes restitution or treatment programs. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jun 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8785 Medium Transit Intensive Cities Authorization Act of 2026Transportation and Public Works · Introduced May 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4784 Don Young American Grown ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced May 11, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 16% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 30% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 38% |
| Energy | 38 | 34% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 48% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 55% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% |
| Commerce | 27 | 81% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 92% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 76% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Education | 16 | 25% |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 62% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 100% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Taxation | 6 | 83% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Housing and Community Development | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Carbajal 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
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL99%agreement
- DMike QuigleyIL-598%agreement
- DBill FosterIL-1198%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Carbajal most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
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MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Carbajal’s campaign raised $1.7M: $1.1M (65%) from individuals and $571K (35%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.4M.
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 Carbajal
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 190.
- Across the Aisle PAC Independent PAC
- Air Line Pilots Association Labor union PAC
- Allied Pilots Association Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Carbajal 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 inCarbajal’s own leadership PAC: Serving Our Country (SOC) PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Carbajal’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, CA-24Democrat2017–present
Seat
- State
- California
- District
- 24
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 61
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3601
2331 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura
- Website
- carbajal.house.gov
- repsaludcarbajal
- repcarbajal
- YouTube
- repcarbajal
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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