U.S. Representative for California’s 18th District
Zoe Lofgren
Position · −0.40
- In office
- House 1995–now
31 years in CongressMore senior than 96% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 25%
- Finance and Financial Sector 23%
- Committees
- Science, Space, and Technology
- Judiciary
- Bills on
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Immigration
- Government Operations and Politics
- Age
- 78
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
- Ranking Democrat on the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Breaks with Democrats most on Finance and Financial Sector: voted against them on 23% of party-line votes (3 of 13), against 8% for most Democrats.
- 31 years in Congress: more senior than 96% of the House.
- Sponsored 23 bills this Congress; none has passed the House yet.
Where Lofgren has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Science, Space, and Technology
- Judiciary · 3rd in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 6207 Chip EQUIP Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 9334 Workforce for AI Trust Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Lofgren’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Lofgren breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Lofgren voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Agriculture and Food 25% · 2 of 8 party 0%
- Finance and Financial Sector 23% · 3 of 13 party 8%
- Public Lands and Natural Resources 6% · 1 of 16 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 4 issues where Lofgren has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Lofgren broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act | Nay |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.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 |
| 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 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On Passage · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026On Passage · This bill provides FY2026 appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for activities and programs related to financial…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Lofgren is saying
All 20 statements and posts-
Demanded DOE secretary answer overdue oversight requests on award terminations.
“For more than 15 months, my colleagues and I have attempted to conduct oversight of DOE’s award termination activities.”
DOE OversightAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to combat foreign digital piracy with court oversight.
“Protecting a free and open internet and standing up for American creators go hand in hand.”
CommerceAI-read
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Lofgren and Obernolte Lead Introduction of American Leadership in Fusion Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to invest $10 billion in fusion energy development and establish DOE fusion office.
“Fusion is the future, and this bipartisan bill is a major step in capitalizing on the promise of its emission-free power.”
EnergyAI-read
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Lofgren Secures $250k for Hartnell College’s Child Development Center
Secured $250,000 for Hartnell College's Child Development Center renovations and safety upgrades.
“It’s great to visit Hartnell College again and celebrate this win for the children of Salinas.”
EducationAI-read
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Ranking Member Lofgren Urges Removal of Wielicki as Leader of Climate Research Office
Urged removal of climate research office leader, citing denial of climate science.
“For the last 20 months, the Trump Administration has systematically attacked our nation’s scientific enterprise, handing the keys to discovery and innovation to our greatest adversaries.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Lofgren Announces Over $9.7 Million to Improve Jolon Road, Sole Corridor to Fort Hunter Liggett
Announced $9.8 million federal grant to rehabilitate Jolon Road serving Fort Hunter Liggett.
“I am thrilled to see that this grant was secured and that Jolon Road will be getting necessary safety improvements.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Lofgren voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 320 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 22 minority-party ranking members
How far Lofgren’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 23
- Action in committee 2
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
23 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 23 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 25 sponsored billsSponsored 25 (House median 25) · cosponsored 468 (median 289), 134 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Science, Technology, Communications, Immigration, Government Operations and Politics.
- H.R. 10575 Deterring Extraterritorial Foreign Exploitation of Networks Damaging Intellectual Property (DEFEND IP) Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10574 American Leadership in Fusion ActEnergy · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9259 Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2026Immigration · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4696 Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929Immigration · Introduced Sep 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7836 Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2026Immigration · Introduced Jul 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9439 Voluntary Consumer AI Disclosure Pilot ActCommerce · Introduced Jun 24, 2026 In committee
- H.J.Res. 154 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate.Labor and Employment · Introduced Jun 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9334 Workforce for AI Trust ActEstablishes federal workforce development programs for artificial intelligence expertise. AI-readScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jun 18, 2026 Out of committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 16% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 27% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 60 | 33% |
| Energy | 37 | 30% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 39% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 42% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 28 | 57% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% |
| Commerce | 26 | 73% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 24 | 71% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| International Affairs | 24 | 92% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Education | 16 | 25% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Taxation | 7 | 86% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 7 | 100% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 80% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Procedural | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Lofgren 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
- DSuzan K. DelBeneWA-198%agreement
- DRobert GarciaCA-4298%agreement
- DAdam SmithWA-998%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Lofgren most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Lofgren’s campaign raised $1.7M: $1.1M (64%) from individuals and $438K (25%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $643K.
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 Lofgren
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 125.
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
- Cisco Systems Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Lofgren 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 inLofgren’s own leadership PAC: Mainstream PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Lofgren’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, CA-18Democrat2023–present
- U.S. House, CA-19Democrat2013–2023
- U.S. House, CA-16Democrat1995–2013
Seat
- State
- California
- District
- 18
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 78
Committees and roles
- Science, Space, and Technology Ranking Member
- Judiciary
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3072
1401 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- San Jose, Salinas
- Website
- lofgren.house.gov
- zoelofgren
- YouTube
- RepZoeLofgren
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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