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Salud
Carbajal

Democratic U.S. Representative for California's 24th Congressional District, serving since 2017

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endorsements
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Background

Salud Carbajal is the U.S. Representative for California's 24th Congressional District, a seat he has held since January 3, 2017, having first been elected in 2016. The district encompasses all of Santa Barbara County and portions of San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties. He serves on the House Armed Services and Agriculture committees and is ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. 128

Born in Moroleón, Mexico, Carbajal immigrated to the United States with his family at age five, eventually settling in Oxnard, California, where he attended junior high and high school. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1990 and a master's degree in organizational management from Fielding Graduate University in 1994. 236

Before his election to Congress, Carbajal served eight years in the Marine Corps Reserve, including mobilization to active duty during the 1992 Gulf War. He subsequently worked for the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and as staff for County Supervisor Naomi Schwartz from 1993 to 2004, before serving 12 years on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors (2004–2016). 12

Carbajal is the Democratic incumbent candidate for CA-24 in the November 3, 2026 general election. 810

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 24, California
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for California's 24th Congressional District
Website
saludcarbajal.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Salud Carbajal voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
0.6%
with their party’s majority
98%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Schiff, Padilla, and Carbajal probe former White House energy adviser's move to Sable-linked oil company

    Carbajal joined Senators Schiff and Padilla in probing what they characterized as a corrupt career move by a former White House energy adviser who had pushed to reopen the Sable Offshore pipeline and then took an executive position at an oil company connected to its restart.

    NEWS: Schiff, Padilla, and Carbajal Probe Corrupt Career Move as Former White House Energy Adviser that Fought to Reopen California Pipeline Takes Executive Position at Oil Company Pushing the Restart · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 7
    endorsement
    Santa Barbara Independent endorses Carbajal for CA-24

    The Santa Barbara Independent editorial board endorsed Salud Carbajal for re-election in the 24th Congressional District ahead of the November 3 general election.

    The 'Santa Barbara Independent' Endorsements for the General ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 6
    news
    Carbajal leads letter urging removal of Sable Offshore eminent-domain provision from defense bill

    Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, and Huffman led a letter urging defense-committee leaders to remove a provision from the 2027 defense bill they said would grant federal eminent-domain authority connected to Sable Offshore.

    Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, Huffman Lead Colleagues in Urging ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    news
    Tribune covers Carbajal and Smith's contrasting immigration positions

    The San Luis Obispo Tribune reported Carbajal's support for comprehensive immigration reform and criticism of Trump administration immigration policies, alongside opponent Smith's positions on border security and DACA.

    Fact Check: Where do SLO County congressional candidates stand on immigration? · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 3
    news
    Ballots mailed to CA-24 registered voters ahead of November 3 election

    A San Luis Obispo Tribune voter guide reported that ballots were mailed to registered voters that week, ahead of the November 3 general election.

    Voter Guide: What to know about congressional races in SLO County · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 1
    news
    Carbajal and Padilla introduce Ocean Protection and DDT Reduction Act

    Carbajal and Senator Alex Padilla introduced legislation directing federal study and monitoring of toxic waste, including DDT, dumped off the California coast. The bill would authorize $6 million annually from FY2026 through FY2032.

    Carbajal, Padilla Introduce Legislation to Investigate Toxic ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 22
    news
    Carbajal announces $66M+ for Central Coast water projects in House-passed WRDA

    Carbajal announced that the House passed the 2026 Water Resources Development Act, including over $66 million for Central Coast water projects such as $6.3M for Lompoc flood control and $30M for a Los Olivos septic-to-sewer project. The bill still required Senate consideration.

    Carbajal Announces Funding for Central Coast Water Projects ... · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 18
    news
    Opponent Bob Smith changes party registration to No Party Preference

    KEYT reported that Smith had re-registered as No Party Preference/Independent, though his ballot designation remained Republican. Smith said the change reflected a pledge to serve as an Independent if elected.

    24th Congressional District Candidate Changes Political ... · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 8
    news
    Carbajal leads amicus brief challenging Sable Offshore pipeline restart

    Carbajal's office announced he led colleagues in filing an amicus brief challenging the federal administration's role in restarting the Sable Offshore pipeline.

    Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, Huffman Lead Colleagues in Urging ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Aug 27
    filing
    California certifies Carbajal vs. Smith on November 3 ballot for CA-24

    California's certified candidate list names Democrat Salud Carbajal and Republican Bob Smith for U.S. Representative, District 24. In the June 2 top-two primary, Carbajal received 54.4% and Smith 35.9%.

    Bob Smith · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • SEIU California union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • With Honor Fund II organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • SEIU Local 1000 California One Voice union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • VoteVets.org organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Sierra Club organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California Environmental Voters organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Human Rights Campaign PAC organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36 union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • J Street PAC organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • United Auto Workers union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Equality California organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California School Employees Association union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • AFSCME California union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California Democratic Party organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide's 2026 candidate profile; no date shown. ivoterguide.com
  • End Citizens United organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California Federation of Teachers union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • League of Conservation Voters Action Fund organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California League of Conservation Voters organization
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • California Labor Federation union
    Listed as an endorser in iVoterGuide 2026 profiles; no date or primary/general distinction provided. ivoterguide.com
  • The Santa Barbara Independent newspaper
    Endorsed Carbajal for CA-24 in its general-election endorsements for the November 3, 2026 election. independent.com · Oct 7, 2026
  • California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO union
    Listed Salud Carbajal (D) for CA-24 in its pre-general-election COPE recommendations dated August 4, 2026. calaborfed.org · Aug 4, 2026
  • Brady PAC organization
    Endorsed Carbajal as part of its first wave of 2026-cycle endorsements, announced with survivors of gun violence. bradypac.org · Oct 16, 2025

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House CA-24 · DWon159,01960.6%
2020U.S. House CA-24 · DWon212,56458.7%
2018U.S. House CA-24 · DWon166,55058.6%
2016U.S. House CA-24 · DWon166,03453.4%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$1.65M
Spent
$911K
Cash on hand
$3.38M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6CA24303(opens in a new tab)

Sources 27

  1. [1] iVoterGuide - Salud Carbajal iVoterGuide Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] NEWS: Schiff, Padilla, and Carbajal Probe Corrupt Career Move as Former White House Energy Adviser that Fought to Reopen California Pipeline Takes Executive Position at Oil Company Pushing the Restart(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Salud Carbajal - Candidate Profile(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Salud Carbajal - Candidate Profile - iVoterGuide(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Salud Carbajal - Candidate Profile - iVoterGuide(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  6. [6] The 'Santa Barbara Independent' Endorsements for the General ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  7. [7] Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, Huffman Lead Colleagues in Urging ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  8. [8] Fact Check: Where do SLO County congressional candidates stand on immigration?(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  9. [9] Voter Guide: What to know about congressional races in SLO County(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  10. [10] Carbajal, Padilla Introduce Legislation to Investigate Toxic ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  11. [11] Bob Smith(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  12. [12] Carbajal Announces Funding for Central Coast Water Projects ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  13. [13] 24th Congressional District Candidate Changes Political ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  14. [14] California Federation of Labor Unions(opens in a new tab) Aug 5, 2026
  15. [15] Carbajal-Backed Policies to Reduce Housing Costs Passes ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 25, 2026
  16. [16] Carbajal Statement on Trump Administration's Major Rollback of ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  17. [17] Brady PAC Launches First Wave of 2026 Endorsements with ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 16, 2025
  18. [18] Carbajal Reintroduces Legislation to Reduce the Cost of ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2025
  19. [19] Carbajal, Cisneros Reintroduce Bill Allowing DACA ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 16, 2025
  20. [20] Rep. Carbajal Statement on the House-Passed Republican Budget ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 10, 2025
  21. [21] Rep. Carbajal Statement on Inauguration of 47th President of the ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 20, 2025
  22. [22] Preventing Gun Violence | U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal(opens in a new tab) Feb 2, 2023
  23. [23] House Passes Carbajal-Backed Bills to Support Central Coast Law ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2022
  24. [24] Carbajal Votes to Protect Right to Abortion, Right to Travel for ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 15, 2022
  25. [25] Rep. Carbajal Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2022
  26. [26] Health(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
  27. [27] Jobs and Economic Development - Congressman Salud Carbajal(opens in a new tab) Nov 13, 2017
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