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Vince
Fong

Republican U.S. Rep. Vince Fong represents California's 20th Congressional District and is seeking reelection in 2026.

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Opponent Sandra Van Scotter D Compare race →

Background

Vince Fong is a Republican U.S. Representative serving California's 20th Congressional District, a seat he has held since May 21, 2024. Born and raised in Bakersfield, he is a lifelong resident of the Central Valley. He graduated from West High School in 1997, earned a bachelor's degree from UCLA in 2001, and a master of public administration from Princeton University in 2003. 124

Before entering elected office, Fong worked for U.S. Representative Bill Thomas from 2003 to 2007, focusing on international trade policy, and then for U.S. Representative Kevin McCarthy from 2007 to 2016, serving nearly a decade as McCarthy's district director in Kern County. 14

Fong served in the California State Assembly from 2016 to 2024, representing the 34th District and later the 32nd District following redistricting. He was elected to Congress in a special election and has been sworn in since May 21, 2024. 14

Fong is running as the Republican incumbent in the November 3, 2026 general election for California's 20th Congressional District. 311

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 20, California
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for California's 20th Congressional District
Website
fong.house.gov(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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

Voting record

How Vince Fong voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jun 3, 2024 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
958
missed
2.6%
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)
    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)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • 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)
    Yes
  • 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 958 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 2
    news
    Fong praises federal announcement of California oil and gas lease sale covering ~35,000 acres

    Fong praised a BLM announcement of a December oil and gas lease sale covering about 35,000 acres across four California counties including Kern, saying it would boost domestic energy production and lower costs.

    Fong Praises BLM Announcement of California Oil and Gas Lease Sale · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 1
    news
    Fong joins groundbreaking for Friant-Kern Canal pump station replacement project

    Fong attended a groundbreaking for a pump-station replacement project on the Friant-Kern Canal, stating it would 'help keep water flowing to the farms, families and communities that power the Central Valley.' Phase one will replace five aging pump stations.

    Fong Joins Groundbreaking for Friant-Kern Canal Pump Station Replacement Project, Delivering on Historic Water Infrastructure Investment · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 1
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Vince Fong for CA-20

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorsed Fong for re-election, describing him as 'a champion for small businesses in the Central Valley.'

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Vince Fong for California's ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 1
    news
    Senate unanimously passes Fong's Clergy Act; bill heads to president's desk

    The Senate unanimously passed Fong's H.R. 227, the Clergy Act, which would allow eligible clergy who previously opted out of Social Security a limited opportunity to re-enroll. The House had passed it 350–5 in April.

    Senate Passes Fong’s Clergy Act to Support Faith Leaders, Heads to President’s Desk · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 25
    news
    Fong votes for Water Resources Development Act, highlights Central Valley provisions

    Fong voted for the Water Resources Development Act. His office highlighted provisions he said would benefit the Central Valley.

    Fong Celebrates House Passage of Water Resources ... · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 15
    news
    House passes Fong's bill to repeal California port 'At Berth' vessel regulation

    The House passed Fong's H.J. Res. 210, using the Congressional Review Act to repeal California's Ocean-Going Vessels 'At Berth' regulation. Fong's office argued the regulation raised costs on Americans.

    Fong Legislation to End California's Hidden Tax Raising Costs on ... · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 15
    news
    Fong writes to Transportation Secretary urging FAA streamlining of commercial space permitting

    In a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy (reported September 15), Fong supported an FAA proposal to streamline permitting for commercial launches and reentries, arguing current reviews were sometimes required with no real-world impact.

    Fong urging to cut red tape in aerospace sector, warns China ... · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Aug 27
    filing
    California certifies Fong and Van Scotter as general-election candidates for CA-20

    The California Secretary of State's certified candidate list named Fong and Van Scotter as the two candidates for U.S. Representative, District 20 in the November 3 general election.

    Sandra Van Scotter (D) — U.S. Representative, CA-20 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Jun 2
    filing
    Fong wins CA-20 top-two primary with 68.2% of the vote

    Fong received 115,035 votes (68.2%) in the California top-two primary for CA-20. Democrat Sandra Van Scotter received 48,611 votes (28.8%). Both advanced to the November general election.

    Sandra Van Scotter (D) — U.S. Representative, CA-20 | 2026 profile · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • California Republican Party organization
    Listed on the party's endorsements page; no individual endorsement date given. cagop.org
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    The Chamber announced its endorsement of Fong for California's 20th District. uschamber.com · Oct 1, 2026

Campaign finance

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

Raised
$1.85M
Spent
$1.43M
Cash on hand
$454K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4CA20181(opens in a new tab)

Sources 16

  1. [1] Fong Praises BLM Announcement of California Oil and Gas Lease Sale(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  2. [2] Fong Joins Groundbreaking for Friant-Kern Canal Pump Station Replacement Project, Delivering on Historic Water Infrastructure Investment(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  3. [3] Senate Passes Fong’s Clergy Act to Support Faith Leaders, Heads to President’s Desk(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  4. [4] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Vince Fong for California's ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  5. [5] Fong Celebrates House Passage of Water Resources ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  6. [6] Sandra Van Scotter (D) — U.S. Representative, CA-20 | 2026 profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  7. [7] Fong Legislation to End California's Hidden Tax Raising Costs on ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  8. [8] Fong urging to cut red tape in aerospace sector, warns China ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  9. [9] Fong Votes to Lower Housing Costs(opens in a new tab) May 20, 2026
  10. [10] CAGOP Endorsements - California Republican Party(opens in a new tab) Apr 29, 2026
  11. [11] The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future(opens in a new tab) Feb 6, 2026
  12. [12] Congressman Fong Votes to Advance FY2026 Appropriations Bills ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 14, 2026
  13. [13] Congressman Fong Votes to Pass "One Big Beautiful Bill Act ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 3, 2025
  14. [14] Issues - Vince Fong for Congress(opens in a new tab) Mar 23, 2023
  15. [15] Education(opens in a new tab) Jan 3, 2023
  16. [16] Vince Fong for Congress(opens in a new tab) May 23, 2021
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