Years in Office
8
Bills Sponsored
140
Bills Co-Sponsored
2658
Committees
2
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)Representing California's 24th district
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
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Salud Carbajal's congressional service.
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.
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