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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 12)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 12) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Lateefah Simon (Democratic) and Jamie Joyce (Democratic). The seat is currently held by Lateefah Simon (Democratic), who has served since January 2025, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Jamie Joyce

Democratic

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Incumbent's record this term

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Lateefah Simon

Democratic · Since January 2025

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Oversight and Government Reform
  • Small Business

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.8880

    Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026

  • HR.9415

    To improve the retirement security of American families by increasing Social Security benefits for current...

2026 California U.S. House (District 12) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 12) in California in 2026?

Lateefah Simon (Democratic) and Jamie Joyce (Democratic). Lateefah Simon is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 12) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by California and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Lateefah Simon, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2025.

What committees does Lateefah Simon serve on?

Lateefah Simon serves on House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and House Committee on Small Business. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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