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Occupation: CONGRESSMAN
IncumbentDemocratic
JOAQUIN CASTRO
U.S. House District 20
2026 Texas U.S. House District 20 — General Election · November 3, 2026
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- Current race
- 2026 Texas U.S. House District 20 — General Election on November 3, 2026
- Official candidacy
- U.S. House District 20 · Democratic · Incumbent
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JOAQUIN CASTRO
Experience
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Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Candidate-statedJoaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
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Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Candidate-statedJoaquin has worked hard to seize the opportunities created by the sacrifices of his grandmother and prior generations. After finishing high school a year early, Joaquin left San Antonio to graduate with honors from Stanford University in 1996. He then went on to attend Harvard Law School where he received his Juris Doctorate degree in 2000. Upon his return to San Antonio at 28 years old, Joaquin joined a private law practice and was elected to the Texas Legislature. He served five terms as state representative for District 125. In 2012, Joaquin was elected to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives as representative of Texas' 20th Congressional District, which covers a large portion of San Antonio and Bexar County. Joaquin’s identical twin brother, Julián Castro, was elected in 2013 to his third term as Mayor of San Antonio. On July 28, 2014, Julian Castro was sworn in as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Joaquin has worked hard to seize the opportunities created by the sacrifices of his grandmother and prior generations. After finishing high school a year early, Joaquin left San Antonio to graduate with honors from Stanford University in 1996. He then went on to attend Harvard Law School where he received his Juris Doctorate degree in 2000. Upon his return to San Antonio at 28 years old, Joaquin joined a private law practice and was elected to the Texas Legislature. He served five terms as state representative for District 125. In 2012, Joaquin was elected to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives as representative of Texas' 20th Congressional District, which covers a large portion of San Antonio and Bexar County. Joaquin’s identical twin brother, Julián Castro, was elected in 2013 to his third term as Mayor of San Antonio. On July 28, 2014, Julian Castro was sworn in as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Candidate-statedJoaquin’s respect for public service developed at a young age and was deeply influenced by his parents’ involvement in political movements and civic causes. His father, a retired teacher, and his mother, a renowned community activist, instilled in him a deep appreciation for the democratic process and the importance of serving one’s community.
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Joaquin’s respect for public service developed at a young age and was deeply influenced by his parents’ involvement in political movements and civic causes. His father, a retired teacher, and his mother, a renowned community activist, instilled in him a deep appreciation for the democratic process and the importance of serving one’s community.
Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Candidate-statedOutside of the legislative chamber, Joaquin has demonstrated a strong commitment to his community. He created the Trailblazers College Tour, personally raising money to send underprivileged students on college visits, giving them exposure to some of the nation’s best institutions of higher education. He also founded SA READS, San Antonio’s largest literacy campaign and book drive. Over 200,000 books have been distributed to more than 150 schools and shelters across the city. To honor and express gratitude to San Antonio grandparents and other family members raising relatives who aren’t their children, Joaquin created the annual Families Helping Families dinner and awards. He has also taught as a visiting professor of law at St. Mary’s University and as an adjunct professor at Trinity University. Joaquin is active on several boards of education-related, non-profit organizations, including the National College Advising Corps.
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Outside of the legislative chamber, Joaquin has demonstrated a strong commitment to his community. He created the Trailblazers College Tour, personally raising money to send underprivileged students on college visits, giving them exposure to some of the nation’s best institutions of higher education. He also founded SA READS, San Antonio’s largest literacy campaign and book drive. Over 200,000 books have been distributed to more than 150 schools and shelters across the city. To honor and express gratitude to San Antonio grandparents and other family members raising relatives who aren’t their children, Joaquin created the annual Families Helping Families dinner and awards. He has also taught as a visiting professor of law at St. Mary’s University and as an adjunct professor at Trinity University. Joaquin is active on several boards of education-related, non-profit organizations, including the National College Advising Corps.
Committees And Caucuses
Candidate-statedI am proud to sit on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, where I serve as the Ranking Member of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee.
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I am proud to sit on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, where I serve as the Ranking Member of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee.
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Joaquin Castro was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 16, 1974. A second generation Mexican American, he was raised on the city’s West Side and is a proud product of the public school system.
Candidate positionHaving experienced America’s promise firsthand, Joaquin wants to help build out what he calls the Infrastructure of Opportunity so that future generations will have the same chance to pursue their American Dream. Joaquin believes that just as there is an infrastructure of transportation that helps us get to where we want to go on the road there is an Infrastructure of Opportunity that helps Americans get to where they want to go in life. It is that Infrastructure of Opportunity – great public schools and universities, a sound healthcare system, and good-paying jobs – that enables Americans to pursue their American Dream. Our centuries-long commitment to building and preserving this infrastructure is what distinguishes America among the nations of the world.
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Having experienced America’s promise firsthand, Joaquin wants to help build out what he calls the Infrastructure of Opportunity so that future generations will have the same chance to pursue their American Dream. Joaquin believes that just as there is an infrastructure of transportation that helps us get to where we want to go on the road there is an Infrastructure of Opportunity that helps Americans get to where they want to go in life. It is that Infrastructure of Opportunity – great public schools and universities, a sound healthcare system, and good-paying jobs – that enables Americans to pursue their American Dream. Our centuries-long commitment to building and preserving this infrastructure is what distinguishes America among the nations of the world.
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Candidate positionAs Congressman, Joaquin continues to be a tireless advocate for those who call San Antonio home. From supporting military families to investing in education, Joaquin remains committed to helping mold an Infrastructure of Opportunity for San Antonians and Americans around the country.
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As Congressman, Joaquin continues to be a tireless advocate for those who call San Antonio home. From supporting military families to investing in education, Joaquin remains committed to helping mold an Infrastructure of Opportunity for San Antonians and Americans around the country.
Build Opportunity Through Strong Public Schools and Universities
Candidate positionBuild and preserve strong public schools and universities as part of an Infrastructure of Opportunity.
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Build Opportunity Through a Sound Health-Care System
Candidate positionBuild and preserve a sound health-care system that enables people to pursue economic and personal opportunity.
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Build Opportunity Through Good-Paying Jobs
Candidate positionExpand access to good-paying jobs as part of an Infrastructure of Opportunity.
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Public record
Complete current-service U.S. House floor record and selected highlights
7,577 captured official records
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Coverage: January 3, 2013 through July 23, 2026- Vote events
- 7,577
- Unique measures
- 3,465
- Final passage
- 2,416
- Yes / No
- 4,123 / 3,058
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Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Passed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on passage.
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Issue: H R 8884
Vote question: On Passage
Official description: Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Status: Passed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | Nay
resolutionVoted yes
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Passed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting yes in the official record for on agreeing to the resolution.
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Issue: H CON RES 89
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Status: Passed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | Yea
resolutionVoted no
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
Passed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on agreeing to the resolution.
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Issue: H CON RES 113
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
Status: Passed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | Nay
final passageVoted no
Stop Insider Trading Act
Passed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on passage.
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Issue: H R 7008
Vote question: On Passage
Official description: Stop Insider Trading Act
Status: Passed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | Nay
amendmentVoted no
Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Failed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on agreeing to the amendment.
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Amendment author: Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Status: Failed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | No
amendmentVoted no
Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Agreed to
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on agreeing to the amendment.
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Amendment author: Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Status: Agreed to
Castro (TX) | D | TX | No
amendmentVoted yes
Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Agreed to
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting yes in the official record for on agreeing to the amendment.
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Amendment author: Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Status: Agreed to
Castro (TX) | D | TX | Aye
resolutionVoted no
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
Passed
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JOAQUIN CASTRO is recorded as voting no in the official record for on agreeing to the resolution.
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Issue: H RES 1438
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
Status: Passed
Castro (TX) | D | TX | No
Every numbered U.S. House roll call published by the Clerk during the configured service window is reconciled through the member's exact Bioguide ID. Clerk XML through 2002 does not publish Bioguide IDs, so those rows require a candidate-specific official House identity and service bridge plus one unique exact published-name, party, and state tuple. A published roll without an identity-safe row is retained as an explicit source omission and is not labeled as a vote or absence. Voice votes and other actions without member-level roll calls are outside this archive.
Campaign finance
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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
- Total receipts
- $514,776.02
- Total disbursements
- $499,053.88
- Cash on hand
- $154,379.66
- Committee debt
- $0.00
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Candidate ID: H2TX35011
Name: CASTRO, JOAQUIN
Office: House
State: TX
District: TX20
Coverage start: 2025-01-01
Coverage end: 2026-06-30
Total receipts: $514776.02
Total disbursements: $499053.88
Cash on hand: $154379.66
Debts owed by committee: $0.00
Candidate contributions: $0.00
Loans made by candidate: $0.00
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JOAQUIN CASTRO — U.S. House roll call 2026-283
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JOAQUIN CASTRO — U.S. House roll call 2026-254
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