119th Congress

Josh Harder

Representative, CA-9, California

Party

Democrat

Born: August 1, 1986 (age 40)
In Congress: House since 2019
Term Ends: January 3, 2027
Votes With Party: 90%
Missed Votes: 0%
Office Phone: 202-225-4540
Website: harder.house.gov

Committees

Appropriations

Who Is Josh Harder?

Josh Harder is a Democratic representative from CA-9 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2019. Born August 1, 1986, Harder is 40. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Harder voted on 309 and missed 1. Harder voted with the majority of their party 90% of the time. Harder sponsored 44 bills and resolutions this Congress.

How Josh Harder 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".H.J.Res. 213, September 16, 2026
NayPROOF ActH.R. 10326, September 16, 2026
NayLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026H.R. 5334, September 16, 2026
YeaRatepayer Protection ActH.R. 9340, September 16, 2026
YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026H.R. 9497, September 16, 2026
YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026H.R. 9576, September 16, 2026
YeaRetire through Ownership ActS. 2403, September 16, 2026
YeaDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.H.Con.Res. 93, September 15, 2026
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".H.J.Res. 210, September 15, 2026
YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025H.R. 2140, September 15, 2026
YeaGUARD ActH.R. 2978, September 15, 2026
YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025H.R. 4646, September 15, 2026

Bills Josh Harder Sponsored

Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025 (H.R. 3717, In Committee)
Partnerships for Better Health Act (H.R. 10274, In Committee)
Better Jobs through Evidence and Innovation Act (H.R. 10156, In Committee)
Mail Theft and Postal Key Crime Prevention Act of 2026 (H.R. 10124, In Committee)
To amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the cap on the number of waivers to certain pay limitations that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs may issue for critical health care personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs. (H.R. 9406, In Committee)
Wildfire Smoke Emergency Declaration Act of 2026 (H.R. 9243, In Committee)
Expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "Necrotizing Fasciitis Awareness Month". (H.Res. 1311, Introduced)
COPS Reauthorization Act of 2026 (H.R. 8750, In Committee)
Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 (H.R. 8572, In Committee)
FREEDOM Act (H.R. 7329, In Committee)
To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to prioritize the award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities. (H.R. 7791, In Committee)
Health Investment Zones Act of 2026 (H.R. 7496, In Committee)

See All (44)

Ensuring Casualty Assistance for our Firefighters Act (H.R. 4671, Out of Committee)
Stop SCAMS Act (H.R. 7215, In Committee)
End PG&E Lobbying Act (H.R. 7214, In Committee)
CAT Act of 2025 (H.R. 6863, In Committee)
Protecting Health Care Workforce Pipelines Act (H.R. 6862, In Committee)
Olive Oil Standards Act (H.R. 6747, In Committee)
Launching X–Labs for Breakthrough Science Act (H.R. 6572, In Committee)
To direct the United States Postal Service to establish a post office in Mountain House, California. (H.R. 6523, In Committee)
Bring Down Housing Costs Act (H.R. 6008, In Committee)
Double Dependents Relief Act (H.R. 5881, In Committee)
CPUC Act (H.R. 5751, In Committee)
Lower Internet Costs Act (H.R. 5550, In Committee)
No Bribes for Politicians Act of 2025 (H.R. 5359, In Committee)
Stop the Rate Hikes Act (H.R. 5141, In Committee)
Apprenticeships for Small Businesses Act of 2025 (H.R. 4949, In Committee)
Wildfire Emergency Preparedness Act of 2025 (H.R. 4852, In Committee)
Ban Corporate PACs Act (H.R. 4799, In Committee)
To extend the break-in-service consideration for firefighter retirements, and other purposes. (H.R. 4672, In Committee)
Fire Department Repayment Act of 2025 (H.R. 345, In Committee)
Safer Response Act of 2025 (H.R. 4079, In Committee)
Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act (H.R. 3846, In Committee)
Gas Prices Relief Act of 2025 (H.R. 3768, In Committee)
Youth Workforce Readiness Act of 2025 (H.R. 2910, In Committee)
Safeguarding Our Levees Act (H.R. 2774, In Committee)
Abandoned Vessel Prevention Act (H.R. 2500, In Committee)
Modernizing Wildfire Safety and Prevention Act of 2025 (H.R. 1923, In Committee)
Ending Drug Trafficking in Our Communities Act (H.R. 2194, In Committee)
AI Accountability Act (H.R. 1694, In Committee)
Stop the Delta Tunnel Act (H.R. 1311, In Committee)
Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 776, Passed the House)
American CANS Act (H.R. 914, In Committee)
Child Care Workforce and Facilities Act of 2025 (H.R. 581, In Committee)

Floor Speeches

Harder spoke on the floor 3 times on 3 session days in the 119th Congress.

House, December 3, 2025, 154 wordsHorrific Mass Shooting in Stockton
I rise today because this weekend my community in Stockton, California, was shaken by a horrific mass shooting.
That Day on the Floor Read in the Record ↗
House, February 4, 2025, 361 wordsNutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025
I rise in support of my bill, the Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025, because communities in California and across the country are in a war right now against these giant swamp rats.
That Day on the Floor Read in the Record ↗
House, January 23, 2025, 189 wordsWildfire Crisis
I rise today because tens of thousands of acres are on fire in my State of California.
That Day on the Floor Read in the Record ↗

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Questions About Josh Harder

Is Josh Harder still in Congress?

Yes. Josh Harder is serving as representative from CA-9 in the 119th Congress.

What party is Josh Harder?

Josh Harder is a Democrat.

When is Josh Harder up for reelection?

Harder's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.

How old is Josh Harder?

Josh Harder was born August 1, 1986 and is 40.

How often does Josh Harder vote with their party?

On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Harder voted with the majority of their party 90% of the time.

What committees is Josh Harder on?

House Committee on Appropriations.