At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Texas District 20

Born

September 16, 1974

Age 51

Phone

(202) 225-3236

Office

2241 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Texas District 20

Joaquin Castro

Joaquin Castro is an American lawyer and Democratic politician who has represented Texas's 20th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives since 2013. The district includes just over half of his native San Antonio. He currently serves on the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the United States House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

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Voting Record — 568

Yes40%

No56%

Present1%

Not Voting4%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 20

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @JoaquinCastrotx Facebook Instagram YouTube

External Resources

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Joaquin Castro

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratTexas District 20

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Joaquin's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 21 sponsored · 104 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialMar 3(source)

San Antonio: I’m hosting a Town Hall for constituents at Our Lady of the Lake University this Saturday, March 8. I want to hear from you and share updates from my work in Congress. Doors open at 1:30 pm. Registration is open to all TX-20 residents. Reserve your spot: castro.house.gov/townhall/

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialMar 3(source)

As the Trump administration pushes for major cuts to Medicaid and cancer research, our country needs to understand what’s at stake. As a cancer patient myself, this isn’t just politics – it’s personal.

Joaquin Castro

@joaquincastrotx.bsky.social

Open post ↗

I’m proud to announce that my guest for the Joint Address to Congress will be Jason Massiatte, the president and CEO of Ma Hila’s Heart Children’s Cancer Foundation in San Antonio.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialMar 3(source)

I’m proud to announce that my guest for the Joint Address to Congress will be Jason Massiatte, the president and CEO of Ma Hila’s Heart Children’s Cancer Foundation in San Antonio.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialMar 1(source)

Thank you to Leon Valley Mayor Chris Riley, Adam Castillo, and the Earthwise Living Committee for their work to raise awareness about environmental issues and build a healthier future for our kids.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialMar 1(source)

Lots of smiles today at Earthwise Living Day in Leon Valley —the longest running environmental event in Bexar County! I had a great time speaking to community members, local vendors (shoutout to T’s Thai Express and El Cevichero Waldito for their great food), and sponsors.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 28(source)

Today, Donald Trump and JD Vance disgraced the United States of America. My full statement on the disastrous Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy:

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 28(source)

All our kids deserve to feel safe in school. If you're worried about bullying at your child's school, please give my office a call at 210-348-8216, and we'll try to help.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 28(source)

I just finished my third call of the week with school superintendents in our district about how San Antonio's ISDs are protecting kids from bullying in the wake of Jocelynn Rojo Carranza's death. I've also spoken with several school leaders about the climate of fear many LGBTQ+ students face today.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 27(source)

San Antonio students & families: My office is hosting a fair on Saturday, March 8 to help students learn about the application and congressional nomination process for U.S. military service academies. Join us on March 8 from 10 am-1 pm in the Buena Vista building at the UTSA Downtown Campus.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 27(source)

Elon Musk's purges are leaving veterans without a job, struggling to pay bills. Today, I was proud to stand with Rep. Derek Tran to introduce a bill reinstating veterans illegally fired from federal jobs. We have to fight for our veterans like they fought for us. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AV7...

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 26(source)

Just wrapped up - thank you for the great calls, everyone!

Joaquin Castro

@joaquincastrotx.bsky.social

Open post ↗

San Antonians - I’ll be taking calls for the next hour in my office to hear directly from you. Give us a call at 202-225-3236 and my staff will connect you directly with me. If I'm on the phone with another constituent, my staff (as always) will be glad to hear your concerns.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 26(source)

If you call and you're represented by another member of Congress, we can give you their number.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 26(source)

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 25(source)

I’m voting NO on the Republican plan to cut hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid and nutrition assistance to fund tax cuts for billionaires. Here’s what you need to know about today’s vote:

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 25(source)

Remember: Trump said he was going to focus on deporting criminals. I’m demanding that the Trump administration release data on the numbers of violent criminals they’ve actually arrested. Targeting vulnerable children does not make America safer.

Joaquin Castro@joaquincastrotx.bsky.socialFeb 25(source)

Donald Trump is aligning the United States with the world's worst tyrants. The U.S. just sided with Russia and North Korea and voted against condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia's investment in Trump is paying off for Moscow.

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Open post ↗

The U.S. voted against a UN resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine, siding with Moscow and other non-democratic countries like North Korea, Belarus and Sudan.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Rep. Lloyd Doggett@doggett.house.govFeb 24(source)

Unless you are a tax cheat, former Democratic and GOP IRS Commissioners agree: DOGE’s wrecking ball to the IRS as tax season begins only harms all of us paying our taxes, many of whom expect a refund check. Undermining the IRS’s ability to answer phones and collect taxes lets tax cheats run wild.

Opinion | Trump Just Fired 6,700 I.R.S. Workers in the Middle of Tax Season. That’s a Huge Mistake.

The Trump administration’s decision to fire over 6,000 I.R.S. workers will make the government less effective and less efficient, not more.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Chip Stewart@medialawprof.bsky.socialFeb 24(source)

Can confirm that pediatricians in Texas are scrambling. In the absence of any serious federal or state health guidance, they’re relying on group texts and private social channels to coordinate.

Joaquin Castro

@joaquincastrotx.bsky.social

Open post ↗

My staff and I are closely tracking the potential measles exposure in San Antonio that originated with a visitor from West Texas. If you visited any of the locations listed below, please watch out for symptoms (including fever or unexplained rash) and contact a doctor right away if they occur.

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

lor2will@lor2will.bsky.socialFeb 24(source)

Please get vaccinated. Measles is very contagious!

Joaquin Castro

@joaquincastrotx.bsky.social

Open post ↗

Measles is extremely contagious and can be especially dangerous for children. Many CVS, Walgreens, and H-E-B pharmacies offer safe and effective measles vaccines. To learn more about the MMR vaccine, visit Vaccines.gov

Reposted byJoaquin Castro

Mehdi Hasan@mehdirhasan.bsky.socialFeb 24(source)

I present to you the next deputy director of the FBI!

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Sponsored Bills(21)

H.R. 7675 (119th)
Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
H. Res. 1012 (119th)
Recognizing and honoring Cristina M. Rodríguez for her historic appointment as dean of Yale …
H.R. 7059 (119th)
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Mexico, and for other purpo…
H.R. 6910 (119th)
To strengthen the development mandate of the United States International Development Finance…
H. Res. 969 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 8, 2025, as "Natio…

Cosponsored Bills(104)

H.R. 9270 (119th)
To address the enforcement of the immigration laws with respect to unaccompanied minors.
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 8968 (119th)
To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States.
Joined: 2026-05-21
H.R. 8929 (119th)
To amend title 1, United States Code, to expand the scope of documents the Secretary of Stat…
Joined: 2026-05-20
H. Res. 1210 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic …
Joined: 2026-04-23
H.R. 8494 (119th)
To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or…
Joined: 2026-04-23

Leadership

No leadership roles

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Voting History

568 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-07-23	H.R. 4275 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-23	H.R. 3357 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 1917 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-22	H.R. 3937 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3351 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2025-07-21	H.R. 3095 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H.R. 4016 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-18	H. Res. 590 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 1919 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	S. 1582 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H.R. 3633 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-17	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-16	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Motion to Reconsider	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-15	H.R. 1717 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-07-15	H. Res. 580 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	S. 1596 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1770 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-14	H.R. 1709 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H.R. 1 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-03	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-07-02	H. Res. 566 (119th)	Consideration of the Resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-27	H. Res. 516 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 275 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-26	H.R. 875 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-25	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2025-06-25	H. Res. 519 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 530 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-24	H. Res. 537 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 3394 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-23	H.R. 1998 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-06-12	H.R. 2056 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-06-12	—	Motion to Adjourn	YES	YES	✓	Failed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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