Representative Joaquin Castro, Democratic from Texas

Joaquin Castro

Representative Joaquin Castro

Joaquin Castro, a former civil rights lawyer, represents Texas's 20th Congressional District, first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012. He focuses on expanding access to healthcare, reforming immigration policies, and strengthening education. Castro authored the National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants (NO BAN) Act and serves on the House Foreign Affairs and Intelligence Committees. He is known for amplifying the voices of diverse communities and advocating for fair representation, shaping policies that reflect the needs and aspirations of his San Antonio constituents.

Education

  • J.D., Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
    (2000)
  • B.A. in Political Science and Communications, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
    (1996)

Policy Focus Areas

International Affairs53%
Education13%
Immigration8%
Labor and Employment5%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Joaquin Castro's record in Congress.

Veterans' Education Benefits

Co-sponsored the Veterans Education Relief and Restoration Act to restore GI Bill benefits to veterans affected by school closures.

COVID-19 Relief for Minorities

Helped secure funding for COVID-19 testing and resources in underserved Latino and minority communities in Texas.

U.S.-Mexico Binational Affairs

Founded and chairs the Congressional U.S.-Mexico Interparliamentary Group to strengthen bilateral cooperation on trade and security.

San Antonio Infrastructure Funding

Secured federal funding for transportation and infrastructure improvements in the San Antonio region, including VIA Metropolitan Transit projects.

Committee Assignments

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  • House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
  • House Committee on Foreign Affairs

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