U.S. Representative · District 20
Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
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- 2241 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515-4320
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3 of 3 votes with D
Sponsored bills by topic
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Sponsored legislation
- In CommitteeDec 10, 2025
Terrorist Watchlist Modification Review Act
This legislation is called the Terrorist Watchlist Modification Review Act. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- In CommitteeDec 3, 2025
Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025
This legislation is called the Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025. Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 6.
- In CommitteeApr 10, 2025
Postal Service Clusterbox Responsibility Act
This legislation is called the Postal Service Clusterbox Responsibility Act. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- In CommitteeFeb 4, 2025
Stop Arming Cartels Act of 2025
This legislation is called the Stop Arming Cartels Act of 2025. It is being reviewed by a committee.
Cosponsored legislation
- In CommitteeJul 23, 2026
To authorize judicial review of temporary protected status terminations, and for other purposes.
This legislation is called the To authorize judicial review of temporary protected status terminations, and for other purposes. It is being reviewed by a committee.
- In CommitteeJul 16, 2026
Protecting Home-Based Care for Rural Veterans Act of 2026
This legislation is called the Protecting Home-Based Care for Rural Veterans Act of 2026. Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- In CommitteeJul 15, 2026
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
This legislation is called the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 42 - 0.
- In CommitteeJul 7, 2026
Find Our Families Act of 2026
This legislation is called the Find Our Families Act of 2026. Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
- FailedJun 30, 2026
Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon.
This legislation is called the Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Voting history
Roll-call positions on legislation tracked in CivicsHQ.
| Date | Bill | Vote | Status | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2026 | Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. House roll call 282 | Aye | Passed Both Chambers | Passed |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036. House roll call 281 | No | Passed Both Chambers | Passed |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon. House roll call 232 | Aye | Failed | Failed |