Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus

The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) is a caucus consisting of members of the United States Congress who are Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI), and who have a strong interest in advocating and promoting issues and concerning the AAPI community.

CAPAC was founded on May 16, 1994 by former Congressman Norman Mineta.

The caucus generally includes members of East, Southeast, South or Pacific Islander descent, who are executive board members of the caucus.

It also includes associate members who have high concentrations of AAPI constituents in their district, or those with an interest in AAPI issues in general.

[1] Last updated: January 23, 2025[2] Vice Presidents of the United States Members of Congress † Served in leadership or as an executive board member

Representative Patsy Mink announces the formation of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus at a press conference with (left to right) Representatives Don Edwards and Norman Mineta , Guam Delegate Robert Underwood , and Representatives Nancy Pelosi and Neil Abercrombie
Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus in the 118th United States Congress
Leadership and executive board members
Associate members