Rep. Jim Costa (mirror)
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October marks #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, a time to stand with survivors and recommit ourselves to building a future free from violence, fear, and abuse.
As co-founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus, I remain committed to ensuring (cont in reply...)
As co-founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus, I remain committed to ensuring (cont in reply...)
October 1, 2026 at 9:12 PM
I’m leading a bipartisan effort to protect $232 million in rural homeownership funding that is at risk of expiring at the end of this fiscal year.
If we don’t act now, millions of dollars intended to help rural families achieve homeownership could go unused.
I’m calling on (cont in reply...)
If we don’t act now, millions of dollars intended to help rural families achieve homeownership could go unused.
I’m calling on (cont in reply...)
October 1, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Last night, I joined small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders at the Downtown Connection in Fresno.
Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy — creating jobs, strengthening our communities, and driving economic growth.
Thank you to the Fresno (cont in reply...)
Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy — creating jobs, strengthening our communities, and driving economic growth.
Thank you to the Fresno (cont in reply...)
October 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy?
Applications for Service Academy nominations are open! I encourage eligible high school students in California’s 21st Congressional District to explore this opportunity and apply.
🎓 Learn more and apply today:
https://t.co/n0hP77aVrb
Applications for Service Academy nominations are open! I encourage eligible high school students in California’s 21st Congressional District to explore this opportunity and apply.
🎓 Learn more and apply today:
https://t.co/n0hP77aVrb
September 30, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy?
Applications for Service Academy nominations are open! I encourage eligible high school students in California’s 21st Congressional District to explore this opportunity and apply.
🎓 Learn more and apply today:
https://t.co/n0hP77aVrb
Applications for Service Academy nominations are open! I encourage eligible high school students in California’s 21st Congressional District to explore this opportunity and apply.
🎓 Learn more and apply today:
https://t.co/n0hP77aVrb
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, I am honored to spotlight the life and legacy of Dr. Joseph Castro.
A pillar of the Fresno State community and a lifelong champion for education, Dr. Castro dedicated his career to opening doors and creating opportunities for students.
He was not (cont in reply...)
A pillar of the Fresno State community and a lifelong champion for education, Dr. Castro dedicated his career to opening doors and creating opportunities for students.
He was not (cont in reply...)
September 30, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Our Valley growers work hard to put food on America’s tables, and they deserve the confidence that when they sell their products, they’ll get paid.
That’s why I’m leading a bipartisan effort to strengthen payment protections for American growers selling into Mexico.
Trade has (cont in image...)
That’s why I’m leading a bipartisan effort to strengthen payment protections for American growers selling into Mexico.
Trade has (cont in image...)
September 30, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Our Valley growers work hard to put food on America’s tables, and they deserve the confidence that when they sell their products, they’ll get paid.
That’s why I’m leading a bipartisan effort to strengthen payment protections for American growers selling into Mexico.
Trade has (cont in image...)
That’s why I’m leading a bipartisan effort to strengthen payment protections for American growers selling into Mexico.
Trade has (cont in image...)
49 years ago today, the Food Stamp Act of 1977 was signed into law, strengthening our nation’s fight against hunger.
I’ll continue working across the aisle to reverse harmful cuts to nutrition programs because in the richest country in the world, children, veterans, seniors, (cont in image...)
I’ll continue working across the aisle to reverse harmful cuts to nutrition programs because in the richest country in the world, children, veterans, seniors, (cont in image...)
September 30, 2026 at 12:06 AM
127 years ago today, the Veterans of Foreign Wars was founded by veterans committed to supporting their fellow veterans and fighting for benefits they earned.
For generations, the VFW has carried on that mission through advocacy, service, and support for veterans, service (cont in image...)
For generations, the VFW has carried on that mission through advocacy, service, and support for veterans, service (cont in image...)
September 29, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Who pays the price for the rapid expansion of AI data centers? That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
September 29, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Who pays the price for the rapid expansion of AI data centers? That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
The passing of Officer Brian Liles is a devastating loss for our Tulare County community and the California Highway Patrol. For 16 years, Officer Liles dedicated himself to protecting others and keeping our roads safe.
His service will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers (cont in image...)
His service will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers (cont in image...)
September 29, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Who pays the price for the rapid expansion of AI data centers?
That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
September 28, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Who pays the price for the rapid expansion of AI data centers?
That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
That’s a question Congress needs to answer.
AI has enormous potential to strengthen our economy, but we cannot ignore the demands it places on our water and energy resources.
I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation (cont in image...)
Want to stay up to date on the work I’m doing for California’s 21st Congressional District?
Sign up for my newsletter to receive updates on my work in Congress, resources available to you, and what my team and I are doing throughout the San Joaquin Valley.
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Sign up for my newsletter to receive updates on my work in Congress, resources available to you, and what my team and I are doing throughout the San Joaquin Valley.
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September 24, 2026 at 10:05 AM
I was proud to join the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation and the City of Fresno for the opening ceremony of Fiestas Patrias in celebration of Mexican Independence Day.
The rich culture and traditions of Mexico are deeply woven into the fabric of our Valley and have helped (cont in reply...)
The rich culture and traditions of Mexico are deeply woven into the fabric of our Valley and have helped (cont in reply...)
September 23, 2026 at 1:06 AM
California farmers, including those in the San Joaquin Valley, are being hit with more than $2,000 in additional fuel costs.
It’s outrageous. Our farmers work every day to feed America, and they should not be forced to shoulder even higher costs just to keep their farms running.
It’s outrageous. Our farmers work every day to feed America, and they should not be forced to shoulder even higher costs just to keep their farms running.
September 22, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to celebrate Hellwig Products’ 80th anniversary in Visalia
Founded in 1946, Hellwig Products remains a fourth-generation, family-owned business that proudly manufactures its products right here in the Central Valley.
For eight decades, (cont in reply...)
Founded in 1946, Hellwig Products remains a fourth-generation, family-owned business that proudly manufactures its products right here in the Central Valley.
For eight decades, (cont in reply...)
September 22, 2026 at 10:06 PM
I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two helicopter crew members who lost their lives while battling the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park.
These brave individuals put their lives on the line to protect our communities and public lands. We must never forget the courage (cont in image...)
These brave individuals put their lives on the line to protect our communities and public lands. We must never forget the courage (cont in image...)
September 22, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Each year, I have the honor of nominating outstanding young students from California’s 21st Congressional District to our nation’s U.S. Service Academies.
Our Service Academies prepare the next generation of leaders through a rigorous education built on discipline, leadership, (cont in image...)
Our Service Academies prepare the next generation of leaders through a rigorous education built on discipline, leadership, (cont in image...)
September 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM
This week, Team Costa joined the Mexican Consulate in Fresno to celebrate 216 years of Mexican independence and recognize this important milestone with a congressional certificate.
We are proud to celebrate the generations of families whose traditions, culture, and (cont in reply...)
We are proud to celebrate the generations of families whose traditions, culture, and (cont in reply...)
September 19, 2026 at 6:06 PM
📱 It’s #NationalAppChallengeDay!
What better way to celebrate than by putting your coding and creativity to the test? Middle and high school students across CA-21 can register for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and bring their own app idea to life.
Sign up today and (cont in image...)
What better way to celebrate than by putting your coding and creativity to the test? Middle and high school students across CA-21 can register for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and bring their own app idea to life.
Sign up today and (cont in image...)
September 19, 2026 at 4:06 PM
This week, I met with the Family Farm Alliance to discuss the challenges facing farmers in the San Joaquin Valley and across the West.
We discussed modernizing environmental laws, addressing ongoing drought and water challenges, strengthening the Farm Bill, and protecting our (cont in reply...)
We discussed modernizing environmental laws, addressing ongoing drought and water challenges, strengthening the Farm Bill, and protecting our (cont in reply...)
September 19, 2026 at 1:36 AM
The President obviously doesn’t care about the uncertainty and damage he’s causing as he continues his chaotic tariff war.
Our farmers and agricultural communities deserve better.
Our farmers and agricultural communities deserve better.
September 19, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The President obviously doesn’t care about the uncertainty and damage he’s causing as he continues his chaotic tariff war.
Our farmers and agricultural communities deserve better.
Our farmers and agricultural communities deserve better.
The First Amendment is clear: freedom of speech and freedom of the press are fundamental rights that are strongly stated in our Constitution and must be protected. This is yet another attempt by this Administration to undermine those freedoms and silence a free press.
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The (cont in image...)
September 18, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Every family deserves access to quality care, no matter their ZIP code.
This week, my staff and I met with leaders from the @AmericanCancer Society, including advocates from CA-21, to discuss strengthening cancer research funding and expanding access to care in our rural (cont in reply...)
This week, my staff and I met with leaders from the @AmericanCancer Society, including advocates from CA-21, to discuss strengthening cancer research funding and expanding access to care in our rural (cont in reply...)
September 18, 2026 at 5:36 PM