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Scott
Peters

Scott Peters is a Democratic U.S. Representative from California's 50th District, first elected in 2012 and seeking reelection in 2026.

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Background

Scott Peters is a Democratic U.S. Representative serving California's 50th Congressional District. He has held the seat since January 3, 2013, having been first elected in 2012. Born in Springfield, Ohio, he and his wife reside in La Jolla, California. 13/)

Before entering Congress, Peters served on the San Diego City Council from 2000 to 2008, including as City Council president from 2006 to 2008, and as a San Diego Unified Port District commissioner from 2009 to 2012. 3/) Earlier in his career he worked as an economist for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (1980–1981), as a deputy attorney for San Diego County (1991–1996), and in private legal practice specializing in environmental law. 3/)5

Peters holds an A.B. from Duke University (1980) and a J.D. from New York University School of Law (1984). 3/) On February 24, 2026, he announced he is running for reelection in California's new 50th Congressional District. 6

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 50, California
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for California's 50th Congressional District
Website
scottpeters.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 Scott Peters 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
1.8%
with their party’s majority
96%

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)
    Did not vote
  • 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 · against their party's majority
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • 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 10
    poll
    FutureBallot forecast rates Peters' reelection chances above 99%

    The FutureBallot election forecast for California's 50th District rated Peters' probability of winning reelection at above 99%, reflecting the district's safely Democratic lean following redistricting under Proposition 50.

    CA-50 2026 House forecast - FutureBallot · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 8
    news
    Peters discusses permitting reform in Washington Examiner interview

    Peters spoke about his permitting reform priorities and efforts in an interview covered by the Washington Examiner's Daily on Energy newsletter.

    Daily on Energy: Scott Peters talks permitting reform · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 6
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Peters for California's 50th Congressional District

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Scott Peters for reelection to represent California's 50th Congressional District.

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Scott Peters for California's Fiftieth ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 2
    news
    Peters, Khanna, and Bice introduce bills to protect biotechnology infrastructure and data

    Peters joined Reps. Khanna and Bice in introducing legislation aimed at protecting biotechnology infrastructure and data.

    Press Release: Peters, Khanna and Bice Introduce Bills to ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 1
    news
    Peters and Rep. Vargas host Know Your Rights webinar for San Diego immigrant community

    Peters' office announced he and Rep. Juan Vargas hosted a webinar on immigration enforcement interactions and community resources. Peters was noted as an original cosponsor of legislation restricting enforcement near schools, hospitals, and churches except in emergencies.

    ICYMI: Peters, Vargas Hold Know Your Rights Webinar with ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 30
    news
    Peters applauds Senate permitting package that includes his clean-energy priorities

    After the Senate unveiled a bipartisan permitting package incorporating language from bills Peters championed, he welcomed it and highlighted provisions intended to speed clean energy approvals and lower costs.

    Peters Applauds Senate Permitting Package, Touts His ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 29
    news
    Peters leads bipartisan letter on Afghan allies and military families stranded abroad

    Peters led a bipartisan letter urging action on behalf of Afghan allies and military families stranded outside the United States.

    Press Release: Peters Leads Bipartisan Letter on Afghan Allies and Military Families Stranded Abroad | Stock News · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 25
    news
    Peters and Miller-Meeks introduce bill to make EPA Safer Choice Program permanent

    Peters joined Rep. Miller-Meeks in introducing bipartisan legislation to permanently authorize the EPA's Safer Choice Program.

    Peters, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bill to Make EPA Safer ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 24
    news
    Peters urges Senate to finalize permitting reform package

    Peters called on the Senate to finalize a bipartisan permitting package to speed approvals for clean-energy projects.

    Rep. Peters Urges Senate to Finalize Permitting Package · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 18
    news
    Peters and Sen. Whitehouse urge continued EU methane regulation enforcement

    Rep. Scott Peters and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse jointly urged continued enforcement of EU methane regulations.

    Press Release: Rep. Scott Peters and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse Urge Continued EU Methane Regulation Enforcement · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 16
    news
    Peters helps pass Water Resources Development Act with San Diego project funding

    Peters' House office announced he helped pass the Water Resources Development Act, which included funding for San Diego projects.

    Peters Helps Pass Water Resources Development Act and Funding for San Diego Projects · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  12. Jun 2
    filing
    Peters and Cohen advance from California 50th District primary

    Peters received 102,057 votes (48.15%) and Cohen received 84,340 (39.79%) in the primary, with Democrat Aishwarya Mitra taking 8.01%. Both Peters and Cohen advanced to the November 3 general election.

    2026 United States House of Representatives elections in ... · Sep 20, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Education Association organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • International Association of Fire Fighters union
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • Joe Biden official
    Listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given for this election cycle. scottpeters.com
  • Juan Vargas official
    U.S. Representative; listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given. scottpeters.com
  • Equality California organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO union
    Listed among Peters' top endorsements for 2026; no specific date given. kpbs.org
  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed among Peters' top endorsements for 2026; no specific date given. kpbs.org
  • Barack Obama official
    Listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given for this election cycle. scottpeters.com
  • Todd Gloria official
    San Diego Mayor; listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given. scottpeters.com
  • Ben Hueso official
    California State Senator; listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given. scottpeters.com
  • International Longshore & Warehouse Union Southern California District Council union
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • Human Rights Campaign organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • Reproductive Freedom for All organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council union
    Listed on the council's 2026 general-election endorsement page for District 50; no announcement date given. unionyes.org
  • California Teachers Association organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • YIMBY Action organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page and confirmed on YIMBY Action's candidate page; no date given. yimbyaction.org
  • Giffords PAC organization
    Listed among Peters' top endorsements for 2026; no specific date given. kpbs.org
  • Shirley Weber official
    California Secretary of State; listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given. scottpeters.com
  • League of Conservation Voters organization
    Listed on Peters' campaign organizations endorsement page; no date or cycle specified. scottpeters.com
  • Bill Clinton official
    Listed on Peters' campaign elected officials endorsement page; no date given for this election cycle. scottpeters.com
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Endorsed Peters for reelection in California's 50th Congressional District. uschamber.com · Oct 6, 2026

Past elections

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

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House CA-50 · DWon168,81662.8%
2020U.S. House CA-52 · DWon244,14561.6%
2018U.S. House CA-52 · DWon188,99263.8%
2016U.S. House CA-52 · DWon181,25356.5%

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
$1.81M
Spent
$1.36M
Cash on hand
$2.60M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2CA52089(opens in a new tab)

Sources 28

  1. [1] Scott Peters — YIMBY Action endorsement(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
  2. [2] CA-50 2026 House forecast - FutureBallot(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] 2026 Endorsements - San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Daily on Energy: Scott Peters talks permitting reform(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Scott Peters for California's Fiftieth ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  6. [6] Issues(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  7. [7] Press Release: Peters, Khanna and Bice Introduce Bills to ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  8. [8] ICYMI: Peters, Vargas Hold Know Your Rights Webinar with ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  9. [9] Peters Applauds Senate Permitting Package, Touts His ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  10. [10] Meet the candidates for US House of Representatives(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  11. [11] Press Release: Peters Leads Bipartisan Letter on Afghan Allies and Military Families Stranded Abroad | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  12. [12] Peters, Miller-Meeks Introduce Bill to Make EPA Safer ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  13. [13] Rep. Peters Urges Senate to Finalize Permitting Package(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  14. [14] 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 20, 2026
  15. [15] Press Release: Rep. Scott Peters and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse Urge Continued EU Methane Regulation Enforcement(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  16. [16] Peters Helps Pass Water Resources Development Act and Funding for San Diego Projects(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  17. [17] Elected Officials - Scott Peters for Congress(opens in a new tab) Jul 28, 2026
  18. [18] Peters Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Housing Package(opens in a new tab) Jun 23, 2026
  19. [19] San Diego Congressmembers: GOP SAVE Act Will Disenfranchise ...(opens in a new tab) May 4, 2026
  20. [20] Organizations(opens in a new tab) Apr 15, 2026
  21. [21] Congressman Scott Peters Announces Run for Re-Election in ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 24, 2026
  22. [22] Immigration and Border Security | Congressman Scott Peters(opens in a new tab) Dec 15, 2025
  23. [23] Climate, Energy & Environment | Congressman Scott Peters(opens in a new tab) Dec 14, 2025
  24. [24] Education | Congressman Scott Peters - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Dec 14, 2025
  25. [25] Health Care(opens in a new tab) Dec 14, 2025
  26. [26] Opinion: Gun violence response must go beyond 'thoughts and ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 24, 2025
  27. [27] Rep. Peters Votes Against Politically Tainted Defense Policy Bill(opens in a new tab) Sep 10, 2025
  28. [28] Congressman Peters Statement on Democrats Efforts to Push Back ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 6, 2025
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