U.S. Representative for California’s 33rd District

Pete Aguilar

Democrat 6th term On 2026 ballot

From public records: votes from Voteview, bills from congress.gov, money from FEC filings · votes updated Oct 7, 2026 · How we measure

Campaign money, 2025–26$4.7M raised · top committee givers: American Council of Engineering Companies, Abbott Laboratories, Air Line Pilots Association Breaks with Democrats most onFinance and Financial Sector: 23% of party-line votes (most Democrats: 8%)

98LoyaltyMed 98

99AttendMed 98

12BipartMed 12

10BreaksMed 7

Position · −0.33

In office: House 2015–now
11 years in CongressMore senior than 66% of the House
Breaks on: Finance and Financial Sector 23%
Government Operations and Politics 6%
Committees: Appropriations
Bills on: Congress
Science, Technology, Communications
Housing and Community Development
Age: 47

2026 election

On the November ballot
General election Nov 3, 2026

Facing

RStephanie Vargas

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Bottom line

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.

Campaign money

Method

2025–26 cycle · through Jun 30, 2026

$4.7M raised

40% from individuals · 44% from PACs and other committees · cash on hand $3.5M

FEC ID H2CA31125 · filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear.

Money by cycle Pro 2023–24, party money, self-funding and debts

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Who funds Aguilar

The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 479.

American Council of Engineering Companies Trade association PAC
Abbott Laboratories Corporate PAC
Air Line Pilots Association Labor union PAC

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See how much each organization gave Aguilar this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.

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Aguilar’s own leadership PAC: CA Luv PAC (California Leadership United for Victory PAC), Progressive Majority PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.

Where Aguilar has influence

Bills on the move

None past committee yet17 introduced this Congress.

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Roles

1 seat

Appropriations Committee

13th minority

Talks most about

Last 3 months

Health Care Coverage4 statements

Secured $728,610 grant to expand community health worker programs

Education2 statements

Secured $4.9 million for student childcare and career pathway programs

AI Infrastructure Impact2 statements

Secured $1 million for AI research and cybersecurity workforce development

Water Infrastructure1 statement

Secured $85 million for water and flood infrastructure

Housing and Community Development1 statement

Secured $1.2 million for Aldea Apartments acquisition and affordable housing expansion

Government Spending1 statement

Secured $18 million for housing, healthcare and infrastructure projects

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Water Infrastructure1 statement

Secured $85 million for water and flood infrastructure

Housing and Community Development1 statement

Secured $1.2 million for Aldea Apartments acquisition and affordable housing expansion

Government Spending1 statement

Secured $18 million for housing, healthcare and infrastructure projects

Stories in Aguilar’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.

Where Aguilar breaks with Democrats

Method

Share of party-line votes on each issue where Aguilar voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.

Finance and Financial Sector 23% · 3 of 13 party 8%
Government Operations and Politics 6% · 1 of 16 party 6%
Public Lands and Natural Resources 6% · 1 of 16 party 0%

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Notable votes

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Where Aguilar broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.

Date	Measure	Title	Vote	Result
Sep 16, 2026	H.J.Res. 213	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	Passed 214–208
Sep 16, 2026	H.R. 10326	PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act	Nay	Passed 217–207
Sep 15, 2026	H.J.Res. 210	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	Passed 216–211
Jul 15, 2026	H.R. 8595	Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party	Nay	Failed 104–314
May 14, 2026	H.R. 5625	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	Passed 308–116
May 13, 2026	H.R. 1346	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	Passed 218–203
Apr 29, 2026	S. 1318	Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration ActOn Passage · Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State ActBroke w/ party	Yea	Passed 235–191
Apr 22, 2026	H.Res. 1189	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4690) to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1182) expressing support for rural communities across the United States as stewards of the environment, major suppliers of United States energy resources, critical providers of food production and manufacturing capacity, and drivers of national economic stability, and recognizing the work of the House of Representatives in the 119th Congress in support of those vital communities; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1897) to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to optimize conservation through resource prioritization, incentivize wildlife conservation on private lands, provide for greater incentives to recover listed species, create greater transparency and accountability in recovering listed species, streamline the permitting process, eliminate barriers to conservation, and restore congressional intent; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5587) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.On Ordering the Previous Question · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 4690) to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal…	Not voting	Passed 180–179

Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.

What Aguilar is saying

All 11 statements and posts

Statement · Press release · Oct 5, 2026

Rep. Aguilar Announces Nearly $730,000 for El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center to Improve the Health and Well-Being of Inland Empire Residents

Announced $728,610 federal grant for El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center for community health workers.
“Everyone deserves to find a doctor that’s right for them or get help with food, housing and other needs.”

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Statement · Press release · Oct 2, 2026

Rep. Aguilar Announces Nearly $5 Million in Grants for Childcare and Career Programs at Cal State San Bernardino

Announced $4.9 million in grants for childcare and STEM/healthcare programs at Cal State San Bernardino.
“Whether you’re a new parent in school or come from a working-class community, where you start out shouldn’t decide whether you finish a degree and land a good-paying job.”

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Statement · Press release · Sep 24, 2026

Rep. Aguilar Delivers Wins to Strengthen Inland Empire Water Infrastructure, Promote Environmental Conservation and Protect Jobs

Secured over $85 million for water and flood infrastructure projects in the Inland Empire.
“From our schools to our hospitals, homes, businesses and more, so much of California’s daily functions and quality of life depend on the reliable delivery and management of water.”

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Statement · Press release · Sep 10, 2026

Rep. Aguilar Announces Nearly $250,000 for CSUSB to Expand Educational and Career Opportunities for Inland Empire Residents

Announced $241,332 grant for CSUSB to expand educational and career opportunities.
“Everyone in the Inland Empire deserves the chance to pursue an education and find a good-paying job, regardless of their age or background.”

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Statement · Press release · Aug 31, 2026

Rep. Aguilar, Sen. Schiff Deliver More Than $1 Million for Cal State San Bernardino AI Research Center

Announced $1 million in federal funding for Cal State San Bernardino AI research and cybersecurity training center.
“Here in the Inland Empire, it’s essential that we invest in innovative technology training to ensure that young people entering the workforce have the tools they need to succeed.”

AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
Statement · Press release · Aug 26, 2026

Rep. Aguilar Announces $1 Million for Comprehensive GeoAI Education at San Bernardino Valley College

Announced $1 million in grant funding for geospatial AI education at San Bernardino Valley College.
“By investing in local technical training programs, we are preparing our students for the jobs of tomorrow.”

AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read

◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Aguilar voted on, the vote is shown next to it.

Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far

How it’s measured

0.02· expected 0.50

Below expectations

Rank 426 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead

How far Aguilar’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.

Introduced 2
Action in committee 0
Action beyond committee 0
Passed chamber 0
Became law 0

2 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 2 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House

How Aguilar’s ratings compare with every representative

Ratings, 119th Congress

Scores run 0–100 and always sit next to a median. Each tick is one representative; the ringed marker is Aguilar.

Attendance

How it’s measured

99/ 100

Chamber median 98 · 4 missed of 674

Voted on 670 of 674 roll calls; missed 4. Higher than 82% of House members.

15%100%

Party loyalty

How it’s measured

98/ 100

House D median 98 · Rank 124 of 214

Sided with the Democratic majority on 468 votes that split the parties. Lower than 57% of House members.

45%100%

Bipartisan

How it’s measured

12/ 100

Chamber median 12 · +0

Average agreement with members of the other party on contested votes. Higher than 50% of House members.

0%70%

Position

How it’s measured

−0.33

Democratic middle 80%: -0.52 to -0.23

Left–right position from roll-call similarity (DW-NOMINATE, Voteview), from −1 to +1. Members who vote alike sit near each other.

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Bills, 119th Congress

All 17 sponsored bills

Sponsored 17 (House median 26) · cosponsored 95 (median 290), 28 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Congress, Science, Technology, Communications, Housing and Community Development.

H.Res. 1202 Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced Apr 21, 2026 Passed a chamber
H.Res. 1048 Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced Feb 10, 2026 Passed a chamber
H.Res. 954 Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced Dec 17, 2025 Passed a chamber
H.Res. 890 Expressing support for the designation of November 19, 2025, as "National GIS Day".Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Nov 18, 2025 In committee
H.Res. 721 Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced Sep 16, 2025 Passed a chamber
H.R. 4874 Affordable Housing Resident Services ActHousing and Community Development · Introduced Aug 5, 2025 In committee
H.Res. 538 Ranking a Certain Member on a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced Jun 24, 2025 Passed a chamber
H.Res. 430 Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.Congress · Introduced May 20, 2025 Passed a chamber

Votes by issue

How votes are tagged

Issue	Votes	Yea share
Congress	157	15%
Economics and Public Finance	70	29%
Armed Forces & National Security	60	37%
Energy	38	32%
Crime and Law Enforcement	33	42%
Environmental Protection	33	42%
Government Operations and Politics	28	61%
Public Lands and Natural Resources	28	61%
Commerce	27	78%
Finance and Financial Sector	25	72%

Show all 32 issues

Issue	Votes	Yea share
International Affairs	24	92%
Immigration	17	35%
Education	16	25%
Agriculture and Food	14	57%
Science, Technology, Communications	12	100%
Labor and Employment	11	73%
Health	8	75%
Taxation	8	88%
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%