Who Is Running in California Congressional District 19th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Jimmy Panetta
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Jimmy Panetta supported federal funding for infrastructure, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, citing its role in improving supply chains, bolstering the economy, and increasing jobs. He also introduced the American Affordability Act of 2025 and works on the Ways and Means and Budget Committees to foster economic prosperity and beneficial trade policies, particularly for agriculture. He focuses on reducing costs for working families, including in housing, healthcare, food, fuel, and childcare.
Immigration
HighJimmy Panetta voted against the Department of Homeland Security funding bill, citing concerns about aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations and a lack of accountability measures. He emphasizes reducing costs for working families in his district and supports comprehensive immigration reform. He also reintroduced the Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act to strengthen protections for undocumented immigrant victims and witnesses of crimes.
Healthcare
HighRepresentative Jimmy Panetta has actively worked to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, focusing on reducing costs for working families. He championed the REAL Health Providers Act, now law, which mandates annual updates to Medicare Advantage provider directories to enhance transparency. Panetta also advocates for protecting and expanding Medicare, supporting bills to offset cuts and link payments to inflation, and pushed for extending Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Jimmy Panetta |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Jimmy Panetta supported federal funding for infrastructure, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, citing its role in improving supply chains, bolstering the economy, and increasing jobs. He also introduced the American Affordability Act of 2025 and works on the Ways and Means and Budget Committees to foster economic prosperity and beneficial trade policies, particularly for agriculture. He focuses on reducing costs for working families, including in housing, healthcare, food, fuel, and childcare. High |
| Immigration | Jimmy Panetta voted against the Department of Homeland Security funding bill, citing concerns about aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations and a lack of accountability measures. He emphasizes reducing costs for working families in his district and supports comprehensive immigration reform. He also reintroduced the Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act to strengthen protections for undocumented immigrant victims and witnesses of crimes. High |
| Healthcare | Representative Jimmy Panetta has actively worked to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, focusing on reducing costs for working families. He championed the REAL Health Providers Act, now law, which mandates annual updates to Medicare Advantage provider directories to enhance transparency. Panetta also advocates for protecting and expanding Medicare, supporting bills to offset cuts and link payments to inflation, and pushed for extending Affordable Care Act tax credits. High |
| Climate & Energy | Jimmy Panetta supports climate action, stating a commitment to substantial reductions in carbon pollution and investments in clean energy. He helped craft and pass the Inflation Reduction Act to reduce carbon output by 44 percent by 2030. Panetta has also authored bills to block offshore oil drilling, promote clean air and water, and invest in wildfire prevention and reforestation efforts. His goal is to protect public health and the environment for future generations. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Jimmy Panetta consistently supports abortion rights, opposing the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade. He received a 100% rating from NARAL Pro-Choice America and an F grade from the Susan B. Anthony List. Panetta supported H.R. 3755, known as the Women’s Health Protection Act, which aims to protect abortion access in federal law, and opposed the discharge petition for the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Jimmy Panetta supported securing defense priorities in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act, including provisions for military families and installations. He co-introduced the bipartisan Restoring American Mineral Security Act and maintains that the U.S. must uphold its commitment to NATO, allies, and the international world order. He voted for a $26 billion military aid package for Israel on April 20, 2024, but voted against a Department of Homeland Security funding bill, citing concerns over accountability for ICE and CBP agents and district cost reduction. High |
| Education | Representative Jimmy Panetta voted 'Right' on H.J.Res. 165 on July 11, 2024, opposing a resolution that aimed to nullify a Department of Education rule. This vote aligned with working people, who opposed the resolution because it would strip nondiscrimination protections in federally funded education programs. His vote indicates support for these protections. Low |
| Gun Policy | Representative Jimmy Panetta has supported legislation to address gun violence, including reintroducing the National Instant Criminal Background Check System Data Integrity Act. He introduced the Federal Firearm Licensee Act to enhance background checks and dealer licensing. Mr. Panetta also voted in favor of H.R. 7910, the Protecting Our Kids Act, H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, and S. 2938, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, to improve firearm safety. High |
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