119th Congress
Jim Costa
Representative, CA-21, California
Party
- Democrat
- Born
- April 13, 1952 (age 74)
- In Congress
- House since 2005
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 83%
- Missed Votes
- 5%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-3341
- Website
- costa.house.gov
Committees
- Agriculture
- Foreign Affairs
Who Is Jim Costa?
Jim Costa is a Democratic representative from CA-21 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2005. Born April 13, 1952, Costa is 74. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Costa voted on 294 and missed 16. Costa voted with the majority of their party 83% of the time. Costa sponsored 31 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Jim Costa Voted
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- NayProviding 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".
- NayPROOF Act
- YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- YeaDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- NayProviding 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".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Jim Costa Sponsored
- Frontline Innovation Act (H.R. 10772, In Committee)
- Expressing support for the designation of October 8, 2026, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day". (H.Res. 1611, Introduced)
- A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and for other purposes. (H.Res. 1356, Introduced)
- Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week". (H.Res. 1190, Introduced)
- Rural Development Modernization Act (H.R. 7609, In Committee)
- CRP Improvement and Flexibility Act of 2025 (H.R. 5111, In Committee)
- COWS Act of 2025 (H.R. 5875, In Committee)
- BUILD Act (H.R. 5796, In Committee)
- RIDE FAST Act (H.R. 5677, In Committee)
- Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that strong public education in United States history and civics is essential to preserving the Nation's founding ideals on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the United States. (H.Res. 894, Introduced)
- Every Drop Counts Act (H.R. 338, In Committee)
- Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "Crime Prevention Month". (H.Res. 844, Introduced)
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- Preventing Illegal Laboratories and Protecting Public Health Act of 2025 (H.R. 5747, In Committee)
- Rural Homeownership Continuity Act of 2025 (H.R. 5728, In Committee)
- Expressing support for the designation of October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day". (H.Res. 788, Introduced)
- Ian Kalvinskas Pediatric Liver Cancer Early Detection and Screening Act (H.R. 5355, In Committee)
- Permanent OPTN Fee Authority Act (H.R. 5259, In Committee)
- Unleashing Low-Cost Rural AI Act (H.R. 5227, In Committee)
- Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2025 (H.R. 4879, In Committee)
- MORE Nurses Act (H.R. 3333, In Committee)
- STOP Health Threats Act (H.R. 3099, In Committee)
- FAIR Fleets Act (H.R. 3098, In Committee)
- Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act (H.R. 3035, In Committee)
- Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act of 2025 (H.R. 2496, In Committee)
- Expressing the sense of Congress that Trump administration tariffs on Mexico and Canada are in violation of the United States of America-Mexico-Canada Agreement. (H.Con.Res. 25, In Committee)
- Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification Act of 2025 (H.R. 1376, In Committee)
- Expanding Medical Education Act (H.R. 2106, In Committee)
- CASE LOAD Act of 2025 (H.R. 1856, In Committee)
- Headwaters Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 605, In Committee)
- National Plan for Epilepsy Act (H.R. 1189, In Committee)
- To provide technical and financial assistance for groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution projects. (H.R. 337, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Costa spoke on the floor 21 times on 18 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, July 14, 2026, 81 wordsHunger Is Not a Positive Trend
As our Nation continues to commemorate our 250th anniversary, we are reminded that the ideals on which America was founded are as critical today as they were then: a nation built on a promise that every person has dignity and that no one should be left behind--the land of opportunity.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 14, 2026, 634 wordsRecognizing National Police Week
I rise today during National Police Week to honor the brave men and women, those in blue in law enforcement who put the badge on every day and make the choice to serve their communities, and to remember the officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice whose lives have been lost in the line of duty, and their families who continue to carry that sacrifice with them every single day.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, March 5, 2026, 777 wordsFood Is National Security
Before I make my comments on a very important issue facing our country, let us all pause for a moment to recognize those six Americans who have lost their lives this week and their families, realizing that they have given their all. God bless them, and our thoughts and prayers are with their loved ones.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, February 4, 2026, 677 wordsStopping Unregulated Biological Laboratories
I rise today to bring attention to a serious and growing public safety and public health concern that I think requires congressional action. It is the operation of illegal and unregulated biological laboratories that we see in communities throughout our country.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 14, 2026, 216 wordsApplauding Stabilizing Crime Victims Fund
As the Representative of California's 21st Congressional District, I am here to share some good news for the people of not only the Central Valley but across the country. The House has just passed the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, with strong bipartisan support.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 13, 2026, 721 wordsCelebrating 2025 Wins for California-21
Today, I recognize the dedicated work of my team, our efforts, and the results of the work we have done for the people of the 21st Congressional District of California, encompassing Fresno and Tulare Counties.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 8, 2026, 655 wordsPutting Americans First
First, I would like to say thank you to Steny Hoyer for an incredible career and for being a role model and my friend. He is always a class act.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 8, 2026, 397 wordsIn Remembrance of the Honorable Doug Lamalfa
I thank the gentleman for yielding me time to do what is fitting and appropriate, and that is, honor the life of our colleague, a life well lived, a Member of the House of Representatives who did such a good job on behalf of his constituents who he represented faithfully since coming to Congress in 2013.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 18, 2025, 201 wordsKeeping Healthcare Affordable
I rise today to warn my colleagues of the pending healthcare crisis that Congress is allowing to happen. As Sergeant Friday used to say: ``Just the facts, ma'am.''
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, December 18, 2025, 697 wordsLiberty Versus Tyranny
I thank my colleague, the chairman of the Ukraine Caucus, Ms. Kaptur, for her leadership, and for my other colleagues who have spoken this afternoon: Speaker Emeritus Pelosi and Representative Steny Hoyer.
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- Disinterment of Remains of Fernando V. Cota From Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas (House, December 10, 2025)
- Healthcare Crisis (House, December 3, 2025)
- Honoring Ian Kalvinskas (House, September 18, 2025)
- Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Joseph Castro (House, September 3, 2025)
- Denouncing Cuts to K-12 Schools (House, July 21, 2025)
- Renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America (House, May 7, 2025)
- Honoring the Life of Marcelino Gamino (House, April 28, 2025)
- Providing for Consideration of H.J. RES. 20, Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Submitted by the Department of Energy Relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation... (House, February 25, 2025)
- Fix Our Forests Act (House, January 23, 2025)
- General Leave (House, January 23, 2025)
- Humanity Must Always Take Precedence (House, January 15, 2025)
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- Adam B. Schiff (D, Senate)
- Pete Aguilar (D, House)
- Nanette Diaz Barragán (D, House)
- Ami Bera (D, House)
- Julia Brownley (D, House)
- Ken Calvert (R, House)
- Salud O. Carbajal (D, House)
- Judy Chu (D, House)
- J. Luis Correa (D, House)
- Mark DeSaulnier (D, House)
- Vince Fong (R, House)
- Laura Friedman (D, House)
- James Gallagher (R, House)
- John Garamendi (D, House)
- Robert Garcia (D, House)
- Jimmy Gomez (D, House)
- Adam Gray (D, House)
- Josh Harder (D, House)
- Jared Huffman (D, House)
- Darrell Issa (R, House)
- Sara Jacobs (D, House)
- Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. (D, House)
- Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D, House)
- Ro Khanna (D, House)
- Kevin Kiley (I, House)
- Young Kim (R, House)
- Mike Levin (D, House)
- Sam T. Liccardo (D, House)
- Ted Lieu (D, House)
- Zoe Lofgren (D, House)
- Doris O. Matsui (D, House)
- Tom McClintock (R, House)
- Dave Min (D, House)
- Kevin Mullin (D, House)
- Jay Obernolte (R, House)
- Jimmy Panetta (D, House)
- Nancy Pelosi (D, House)
- Scott H. Peters (D, House)
- Luz M. Rivas (D, House)
- Raul Ruiz (D, House)
- Linda T. Sánchez (D, House)
- Brad Sherman (D, House)
- Lateefah Simon (D, House)
- Mark Takano (D, House)
- Mike Thompson (D, House)
- Norma J. Torres (D, House)
- Derek Tran (D, House)
- David G. Valadao (R, House)
- Juan Vargas (D, House)
- Aisha Wahab (D, House)
- Maxine Waters (D, House)
- George Whitesides (D, House)
Questions About Jim Costa
Is Jim Costa still in Congress?
Yes. Jim Costa is serving as representative from CA-21 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Jim Costa?
Jim Costa is a Democrat.
When is Jim Costa up for reelection?
Costa's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Jim Costa?
Jim Costa was born April 13, 1952 and is 74.
How often does Jim Costa vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Costa voted with the majority of their party 83% of the time.
What committees is Jim Costa on?
House Committee on Agriculture; House Committee on Foreign Affairs.