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2026 Race · California

U.S. House (District 7)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 7) in California is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Doris Matsui (Democratic) and Mai Vang (Democratic). The seat is currently held by Doris O. Matsui (Democratic), who has served since March 2005, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Mai Vang

Democratic

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Incumbent's record this term

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Doris O. Matsui

Democratic · Since March 2005

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Energy and Commerce

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.8936

    Digital Opportunity Foundation Act of 2026

  • HR.8487

    Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act

2026 California U.S. House (District 7) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 7) in California in 2026?

Doris Matsui (Democratic) and Mai Vang (Democratic). Doris Matsui is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 California U.S. House (District 7) 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?

Doris O. Matsui, a Democratic, currently represents California, serving since March 2005.

What committees does Doris O. Matsui serve on?

Doris O. Matsui serves on House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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