Jim Costa

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Jim Costa

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth April 13, 1952 (Age: 74)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jim Costa earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and began his career in public service as an aide to U.S. Representatives and a California State Assemblyman. He spent nearly two decades in the California State Legislature, where he sponsored significant housing legislation. Costa transitioned to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he has focused on infrastructure, healthcare, and agriculture policy. His professional background includes leadership roles in both state and national legislative organizations.

Political Ideas

Jim Costa’s political philosophy is marked by a unique blend of progressive advocacy and pragmatic regionalism. He consistently champions policies that address local economic and social needs, such as securing billions for infrastructure and water projects in his district. Costa’s support for comprehensive immigration reform, juxtaposed with his backing of increased border security, reveals a nuanced approach to national security. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

California House of Representatives 21st District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Kyle Kirkland

California House of Representatives 21st District Nonpartisan Primary

42,610 votes (42.20%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California 21st District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

102,798 votes (52.60%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Agriculture
Foreign Affairs
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 California's 21st congressional district election

68,074 votes (54.20%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 16th congressional district, 2020

128,690 votes (59.40%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 16th congressional district election, 2018

82,266 votes (57.50%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 16th congressional district election, 2016

97,473 votes (58.00%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 16th congressional district election, 2014

46,277 votes (50.70%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 16th congressional district election, 2012

84,649 votes (57.40%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 20th congressional district election, 2010

46,247 votes (51.80%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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California's 20th congressional district election, 2008

93,023 votes (74.33%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 20th congressional district election, 2006

61,120 votes (100.00%)

Win
2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 20th congressional district election, 2004

53.40% of vote

Win