Costa and Westerman propose bipartisan legislation to enhance federal support for Fresno State and similar universities nationwide.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Representatives Costa and Westerman introduce legislation: Representatives Jim Costa and Bruce Westerman have introduced the BUILD Act, aiming to boost federal investments in regional public universities, such as Fresno State, to support economically distressed communities across the U.S. The act targets universities often overlooked for funding compared to larger institutions.
Key provisions of the BUILD Act: The legislation proposes substantial funding for various community projects, including healthcare access, small business growth, broadband modernization, and workforce development, with potential funding of up to $1.7 billion annually over five years.
Support for educational initiatives: Costa highlighted Fresno State's role in economic development in Central California, while Westerman emphasized the importance of such universities in rural areas. The act aims to empower regional schools to better serve their communities and drive economic growth.
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Jim Costa Fundraising
Jim Costa recently disclosed $210.9K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 442nd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 37.6% came from individual donors.
Costa disclosed $66.9K of spending. This was the 716th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Costa disclosed $545.9K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 505th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Jim Costa's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Jim Costa Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Jim Costa is worth $4.4M, as of January 22nd, 2026. This is the 177th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Costa has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Jim Costa's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Costa.
Jim Costa Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Jim Costa:
- H.R.5875: COWS Act of 2025
- H.R.5796: BUILD Act
- H.R.5747: Preventing Illegal Laboratories and Protecting Public Health Act of 2025
- H.R.5728: Rural Homeownership Continuity Act of 2025
- H.R.5677: RIDE FAST Act
- H.R.5355: Ian Kalvinskas Pediatric Liver Cancer Early Detection and Screening Act
You can track bills proposed by Jim Costa on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Costa.
2026 California's 21st Congressional District Election
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Approximately $60,240 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs.
The rating for this race is currently "Likely D".
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