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1401 Longworth House Office Building Washington DC 20515-0518
Campaign Finance (2026)
Funding Sources
Top Industries
Source: FEC · 2026 cycle
About
Zoe Lofgren is a Democratic U.S. Representative from California's 18th district who has been noted for her activity in tech-related policy areas such as net neutrality and digital surveillance.
Background
Born in San Mateo, California, Zoe Lofgren is the daughter of a school cafeteria worker and a truck driver. She earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Stanford University in 1970 and a law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1975. Before her election to Congress, she worked as a staff member for Congressman Don Edwards, practiced immigration law, and served for 13 years on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors.
Political career
Before her election to Congress, Zoe Lofgren worked as a staffer for Congressman Don Edwards, served on the board of San Jose City College, and spent 13 years as a member of the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. A member of the Democratic Party, she was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1994 and is currently serving her 15th term. During her tenure, she has represented California's 16th, 19th, and 18th districts following various redistricting cycles.
Current focus
Lofgren, Zoe represents the 18th congressional district of CA in the U.S. House. Lofgren, Zoe is the ranking member of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. They also serve on the Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet and the House Committee on the Judiciary. They have sponsored 139 bills in the current House, including H.R. 8111; H.J.Res. 154; H.R. 8014.
Committee Assignments
119th Congress
Legislative Activity
139
Bills Sponsored
10
Recent Votes