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Seat

Representative for California District 16

Born

April 16, 1970

Age 56

Phone

(202) 225-8104

Office

1117 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|California District 16

Sam T. Liccardo

Samuel Theodore Liccardo is an American attorney and politician currently serving as the U.S. representative from California's 16th congressional district. Previously, he served as the 65th mayor of San Jose from 2015 to 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Liccardo was elected mayor in November 2014. He was reelected in 2018 with 75.8% of the vote. As the leader of the California Big City Mayors Coalition, Liccardo advocated on statewide issues including homelessness and COVID-19 response.

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Voting Record — 581

Yes43%

No55%

Present0%

Not Voting2%

Party align98%

Cross-party1%

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District Map

Congressional District 16

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @repliccardo Instagram

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Sam T. Liccardo

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratCalifornia District 16

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Sam T.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 16 sponsored · 41 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 2(source)

Half Moon Bay, I’m coming your way! Join me for a town hall on Monday, June 15 at 6 PM in the Grand Oak Room at the Ted Adcock Community Center. I can't wait for our discussion. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Seating is first come, first served. Let us know if you can make it forms.gle/YPwdecmZenHW...

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 2(source)

Bill Pulte and Donald Trump continue to redefine the meaning of “intelligence.” www.nytimes.com/2026/06/02/u...

Trump Names Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 2(source)

Today is Election Day in California. Vote in person or return your completed ballot at an official drop box before polls close tonight at 8pm to make your voice heard. Find your polling place: www.sos.ca.gov/elections/po...

Find Your Polling Place :: California Secretary of State

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 1(source)

Federal judges may have forced Trump to back off his $1.8B slush fund–for now–but the Trumpian crime syndicate will be back for more. Republican Senators must stay true to their word, & join Democrats and permanently block Trump's taxpayer embezzlement scheme. www.axios.com/2026/06/01/t...

Scoop: Trump plans to drop "weaponization" fund

Trump's proposal has drawn bipartisan pushback in the GOP-led House and Senate.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 1(source)

Happy Pride! At a time when so many people feel marginalized and divided, celebrating community and each other matters more than ever. Looking forward to celebrating throughout the month.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 1(source)

Avoid the last-minute rush by casting your ballot in person or returning your completed ballot at an official drop box before 8pm on Election Day.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govJun 1(source)

Don’t run out of time to make your voice heard. Tomorrow's June 2nd Primary Election is almost here and California voting centers are open today. Find your closest voting center or ballot drop-off location: caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov

Early Voting | California Secretary of State

Any registered voter can go to a county elections office in person to request and receive a vote-by-mail ballot.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 31(source)

Huge shoutout to our brilliant intern, Ananya, for building a new resource page to help our community navigate federal funding cuts, find alternative grants and support resources, and understand their impact on healthcare, scientific research, & other services. Check it out: ca16-tools.netlify.app

CA-16 Congressional Tools | Rep. Sam Liccardo

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 30(source)

If you ever run into challenges with a federal agency — whether you need veteran’s benefits, a passport, visa, or a social security check payment— please reach out to our office. We work for you.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 30(source)

Glad to hear the locks finally arrived – thanks to Nicholas on our team for working with USPS to get this resolved. www.ktvu.com/news/mountai...

Mountain View mail delivery disrupted for months after vandalism

Months of frustration for thousands of Mountain View residents could soon come to an end.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 29(source)

Great conversation this week with Monte Sereno’s Youth Commission about public service, local leadership, and how young people can drive change. These bright students are already strengthening their community through civic engagement, and I cannot wait to see what they accomplish next.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 29(source)

Half Moon Bay lost a community hero. From his service in World War II to decades of local civic leadership, Al Adreveno helped shape the Coastside so many families proudly call home today. My thoughts remain with Al’s loved ones and friends. www.coastsidenews.com/obituaries/a...

Al Adreveno

Al Adreveno passed away on May 18, 2026, in Half Moon Bay, CA, at the age of 102. He led a long, full, passionate, and successful life. He was respected

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 28(source)

America cannot win the 21st Century by educating the best and brightest from around the world –and then sending them back to China, India, and elsewhere to compete against us. Thank you to Vivek Wadhwa for your insights. youtube.com/shorts/A2cUz...

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 28(source)

DACA recipients who are working and providing important services in our community are struggling right now to get their DACA status renewed. This is affecting all of us and we need to get it fixed.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 27(source)

I led a bipartisan group of colleagues in calling on Secretary Mullin to reverse course. In Silicon Valley, we know that America leads when the best and brightest choose to study, research, and build their futures here. punchbowl.news/article/poli...

Tech: Lawmakers push Mullin on STEM student visas

A bipartisan group of four House lawmakers is urging Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin not to cap the duration of a visa used by many students in science, technology and research fields.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 27(source)

The Trump Administration’s proposal to cap the duration of status for F-1 and J-1 visas will lead students to return home to propel foreign companies — in countries like China — to compete against us.

Tech: Lawmakers push Mullin on STEM student visas

A bipartisan group of four House lawmakers is urging Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin not to cap the duration of a visa used by many students in science, technology and research fields.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 27(source)

Wishing a joyful Eid al-Adha to everyone celebrating across our community and around the world. Eid Mubarak!

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 26(source)

We’re looking forward to big things in your next chapter!

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 26(source)

Big thanks to our impressive college interns–Ananya, Cesar, Clarie, Isabel, Spencer, Alejandro, Ved, and Will– in both our DC and district offices. You supported constituents, strengthened our legislative and community work, and brought energy and a strong commitment to public service every day.

Rep. Sam Liccardo@liccardo.house.govMay 25(source)

The creative submissions of our local high school students to the 2026 Congressional Art Competition offered thoughtful and inspiring answers to the question: “What does the United States of America’s 250th anniversary mean to you?”

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Sponsored Bills(16)

H.R. 9438 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for businesses that contribut…
H.R. 8450 (119th)
To require a pilot program to enhance existing efforts to mitigate vessel impacts on large c…
H.R. 8338 (119th)
To prevent the premature seizure of an individual's securities, digital assets, or investmen…
H.R. 8013 (119th)
Keep Innovators in America Act
H.R. 6533 (119th)
To amend title 10, United States Code, to limit the authority of the Department of Defense a…

Cosponsored Bills(41)

H.R. 9355 (119th)
To amend title 28, United States Code, to reform the process for payment of certain compromi…
Joined: 2026-06-18
H. Con. Res. 110 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H. Res. 1348 (119th)
A resolution expressing support for the James Lick Observatory celebrating their 150th anniv…
Joined: 2026-06-08
H.R. 9134 (119th)
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to ensure that personally identifiable information…
Joined: 2026-06-03
H.R. 8395 (119th)
To provide for the regulation of registered covered providers, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-21

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Voting History

581 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
2025-05-15	H.R. 2240 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-15	H.R. 2255 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 352 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H.R. 2243 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 405 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 405 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H.R. 2215 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-13	H.R. 249 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-13	H. Con. Res. 30 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-08	H.R. 276 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-08	H.R. 276 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-05-07	H.R. 881 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-07	H.R. 1503 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-06	H. Res. 377 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-06	H. Res. 377 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-05	H.R. 36 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-05	H.R. 530 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-01	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-01	H.J. Res. 78 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.J. Res. 60 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 859 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 1442 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 1402 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H. Res. 354 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H. Res. 354 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-28	S. 146 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-28	H.R. 973 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 22 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 22 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-10	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1228 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 1039 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 586 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H.R. 1491 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 997 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 517 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	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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