Who Is Running in Arkansas Congressional District 1st in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Eric Crawford
(Incumbent)Economy
LowResearch pending more substantial sources.
Immigration
HighEric Crawford supports immigration reform focused on border security and opposes amnesty. He stated he would only support measures that secure the border first, prevent amnesty, and prioritize American employment. He voted Nay on the District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 and is stated to have voted against the SAVE Act in 2025. He prefers a piecemeal approach to immigration reform that undergoes public scrutiny and debate.
Healthcare
HighEric Crawford voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," aiming to increase competition and reduce costs. He supports repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA), citing its role in increasing premiums and restricting access. Crawford advocates for patient-centered healthcare, emphasizing individual choice, expansion of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and allowing insurance companies to sell plans across state lines. He aims to implement market-based reforms for affordability and accessibility.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Eric Crawford |
|---|---|
| Economy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Immigration | Eric Crawford supports immigration reform focused on border security and opposes amnesty. He stated he would only support measures that secure the border first, prevent amnesty, and prioritize American employment. He voted Nay on the District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act of 2025 and is stated to have voted against the SAVE Act in 2025. He prefers a piecemeal approach to immigration reform that undergoes public scrutiny and debate. High |
| Healthcare | Eric Crawford voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," aiming to increase competition and reduce costs. He supports repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA), citing its role in increasing premiums and restricting access. Crawford advocates for patient-centered healthcare, emphasizing individual choice, expansion of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and allowing insurance companies to sell plans across state lines. He aims to implement market-based reforms for affordability and accessibility. High |
| Climate & Energy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Foreign Policy | Eric Crawford voted in favor of the Made-in-America Defense Act (HB4216) in 2025. This vote indicates his support for domestic defense manufacturing. He also supports maintaining U.S. military alliances and commitments, with his foreign policy stance generally emphasizing defense and international cooperation. Low |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Eric Crawford voted in favor of H.Res. 1042 and H.Res. 1057 in 2026. H.Res. 1042 relates to the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act (H.R. 2189), which seeks to redefine less-lethal projectile devices to ease procurement for law enforcement and promote de-escalation. H.Res. 1057 concerned the modernization of federal firearms laws and establishing a Veterans Advisory Committee. He did not support gun control measures in the Parkland survey. Medium |
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