Representative Salud Carbajal, Democratic from California

Salud Carbajal

Representative · California · Democrat

Salud Carbajal

Biography
Salud Carbajal began his career as an advocate for public health and emergency preparedness in California’s Central Coast. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 24th district in 2016, he prioritizes environmental protection, affordable healthcare, and support for veterans. Carbajal authored the California Clean Coast Act, seeking to ban new offshore oil drilling, and serves on the House Armed Services and Transportation committees. He approaches his work with a collaborative style, focusing on pragmatic solutions that address the needs of his coastal and agricultural district.
Education
  • M.A. in Organizational Management, Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA
    2004
  • B.A. in Iberian Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA
    1990
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2017–Present

    Represented California's 24th congressional district for 5 terms.

  • Chief of Staff, Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors (district Supervisor

    2004–16

    )

  • Assistant Executive Director, Zona Seca Inc

  • Counselor, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

  • Program Director, Santa Barbara County Public Health Department

Policy Focus
Transportation and Public Works23%
Armed Forces and National Security10%
Public Lands and Natural Resources9%
Government Operations and Politics9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Salud Carbajal's record in Congress.

  • Public Lands Protection

    Co-sponsored and helped pass the Central Coast Heritage Protection Act to safeguard over 250,000 acres of public lands.

  • Veterans' Health Care Access

    Secured funding for a new VA clinic in Santa Barbara to expand local veterans’ access to healthcare services.

  • Disaster Preparedness

    Introduced the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act to improve earthquake preparedness and response.

  • Offshore Drilling Ban

    Led efforts to pass legislation permanently banning new offshore oil and gas drilling off the California coast.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Armed Services
  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
  • House Committee on Agriculture

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