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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 16)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 16) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Sam Liccardo (Democratic) and Peter Soule (Republican). The seat is currently held by Sam T. Liccardo (Democratic), who has served since January 2025, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Peter Soule

Republican

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Sam T. Liccardo

Democratic · Since January 2025

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Financial Services

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9438

    To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for businesses that contribute to...

  • HR.8450

    Save Willy Act of 2026

2026 California U.S. House (District 16) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 16) in California in 2026?

Sam Liccardo (Democratic) and Peter Soule (Republican). Sam Liccardo is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 16) 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?

Sam T. Liccardo, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2025.

What committees does Sam T. Liccardo serve on?

Sam T. Liccardo serves on House Committee on Financial Services. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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