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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 21)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 21) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Jim Costa (Democratic) and Kyle Kirkland (Republican). The seat is currently held by Jim Costa (Democratic), who has served since January 2005, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Kyle Kirkland

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Jim Costa

Democratic · Since January 2005

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Agriculture
  • Foreign Affairs

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HRES.1356

    A resolution commemorating the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities, and for other...

  • HRES.1190

    Supporting the designation of April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

2026 California U.S. House (District 21) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 21) in California in 2026?

Jim Costa (Democratic) and Kyle Kirkland (Republican). Jim Costa is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 21) 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?

Jim Costa, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since January 2005.

What committees does Jim Costa serve on?

Jim Costa serves on House Committee on Agriculture and House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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