U.S. Representative for California’s 39th District
Mark Takano
From public records: votes from Voteview, bills from congress.gov, money from FEC filings · votes updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we measure
Position · −0.46
- In office
- House 2013–now
13 years in CongressMore senior than 73% of the House - Committees
- Education and Workforce
- Veterans' Affairs
- Bills on
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Government Operations and Politics
- Age
- 65
2026 election
On the November ballot
General election Nov 3, 2026
Facing
- RSteve Manos
Bottom line
Where Takano has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Veterans' Affairs
- Education and Workforce · 5th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
Talks most about
Stories in Takano’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Takano breaks with Democrats
MethodTakano has voted with most Democrats on every party-line vote this Congress.
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Takano broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.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 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 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Reaffirming Iran remains the largest state sponsor of terrorism.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · This resolution states that the House of Representatives declares it is the policy of the United States that Iran continues to be the…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Takano is saying
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Rep. Takano, Sen. Sanders Reintroduce 32 Hour Workweek Act
Reintroduced bill to reduce standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours for nonexempt employees.
“The 40-hour workweek was established in law nearly 90 years ago.”
Labor and EmploymentAI-read
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Spoke at March on Washington anniversary rally defending birthright citizenship and civil rights protections.
“America belongs to all of us. Let’s Go For Broke. Go all in for democracy. Go all in for equality. Go all in for freedom. We cannot turn back. Let’s finish the assignment, make Dr. King’s dream a reality, and fulfill the promise of a better America.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Takano voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 267 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 22 minority-party ranking members
How far Takano’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 23
- Action in committee 8
- Action beyond committee 1
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
23 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 22 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 27 sponsored billsSponsored 27 (House median 25) · cosponsored 370 (median 289), 187 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Armed Forces and National Security, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Government Operations and Politics.
- H.R. 10323 Thirty-Two Hour Workweek ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Sep 8, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7853 PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026Health · Introduced Aug 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4114 EVEST ActMakes changes to military or defense personnel or operations. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9881 Higher Education Accreditation Accountability ActEducation · Introduced Jul 22, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8868 Restoring Overtime Pay Act of 2026Labor and Employment · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9486 Health DATA Act of 2026Health · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9446 VA Health Care Capacity Assessment ActRequires the Department of Veterans Affairs to assess health care capacity. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jun 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9110 Promoting Authenticity with Influencer Disclaimers ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jun 2, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 27% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 33% |
| Energy | 38 | 32% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 36% |
| Environmental Protection | 32 | 38% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 50% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 57% |
| Commerce | 27 | 74% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 88% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Education | 16 | 25% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 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% |
| Taxation | 5 | 80% |
| 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 Takano 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-AL100%agreement
- DEverton Blair Jr.GA-13100%agreement
- DMark PocanWI-299%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Takano most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Free account See ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Takano’s campaign raised $894K: $478K (53%) from individuals and $405K (45%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $186K.
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 Takano
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 103.
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Takano this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
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Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Takano’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Experience
- Teacher
Education
- Harvard CollegeBachelor of Arts 1983
- La Sierra High School 1979
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, CA-39Democrat2023–present
- U.S. House, CA-41Democrat2013–2023
Seat
- State
- California
- District
- 39
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 65
Committees and roles
- Education and Workforce
- Veterans' Affairs Ranking Member
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-2305
2078 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Riverside
- Website
- takano.house.gov
- RepMarkTakano
- repmarktakano
- YouTube
- RepMarkTakano
Elsewhere
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