History of Salud Carbajal in Timeline

Salud Carbajal is an American politician and the current U.S. Representative for California's 24th congressional district, a position he has held since 2017. As a member of the Democratic Party, he represents a district that includes Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. His role involves representing his constituents in the House of Representatives and participating in the legislative process.

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November 18, 1964: Salud Carbajal's Birth

On November 18, 1964, Salud Carbajal was born. He is currently the U.S. representative for California's 24th congressional district.

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1964: Immigration to the United States

In 1964, Salud Carbajal was born in Moroleón, Mexico, and immigrated to the United States with his family, initially to Arizona, before settling in Oxnard, California.

1990: Earned Bachelor of Arts Degree

In 1990, Carbajal earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

2004: Elected to Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors

In 2004, Carbajal was first elected to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, representing the first district as a Democrat.

2008: Re-elected to Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors

In 2008, Carbajal was re-elected to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors.

2012: Re-elected to Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors

In 2012, Carbajal was re-elected to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors.

2015: Announced Candidacy for 24th District

In 2015, Carbajal announced his intention to run for the 24th congressional district after incumbent Lois Capps announced her retirement.

2017: Became U.S. Representative

In 2017, Salud Carbajal began serving as the U.S. representative for California's 24th congressional district, covering Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara.

October 2021: Voting Alignment with Joe Biden

As of October 2021, Carbajal had voted in line with Joe Biden's stated position 100% of the time.

2023: Vote on Support for Israel

In 2023, Carbajal voted to voice support for Israel following the Hamas attack on Israel.

2025: Vote on National Defense Authorization Act

In 2025, Carbajal voted yes to pass the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, despite stating he was "vehemently opposed" to provisions banning gender-affirming care for transgender children.