Raul Ruiz — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in California, 2026

Raul Ruiz advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, focusing on border security with technology and humanitarian standards. He voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, allocating $1.4 billion for border ports, and introduced the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act. He also led efforts to pass the Dream and Promise Act for Dreamers' citizenship pathway, citing their economic contributions. He voted against DHS funding due to a lack of civil liberty protections.

“Immigrants are making tremendous contributions to our economy and military here in our region. As the son of immigrants, I’ve worked across party lines for bipartisan immigration solutions that secure our border, protect workers and business, and include an earned pathway to citizenship for families and Dreamers who are working and contributing to our country.” - Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (February 18, 2026)”

Raul Ruiz, an emergency physician, advocates for quality, affordable healthcare access for all Americans, emphasizing efforts to lower out-of-pocket costs and prescription drug prices. He voted to prevent insurance companies from denying coverage for pre-existing conditions and helped pass the Inflation Reduction Act to cut medication costs. Ruiz has also worked to strengthen and expand Medicaid and Medicare, introducing legislation to support seniors' access to care and veterans' health benefits.

“As an emergency physician, I understand how critically important it is for every American to have access to quality, affordable healthcare. While improvements have been made, our system remains imperfect and too expensive. I voted to prevent insurance companies from denying coverage to people with pre-existing conditions and I am working to make out of pocket costs and prescription drugs more affordable while continuing to ensure that insurance companies are not allowed to discriminate against women." - Raul Ruiz, drraulruiz.com/issues/”

Congressman Raul Ruiz supports clean energy and advocates for climate action, citing environmental health as a key determinant of overall health. He voted for the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and helped pass the Inflation Reduction Act, both significant investments in clean energy and climate change mitigation. He also cosponsored the Climate Action Now Act to meet Paris Climate Agreement goals and has a 96% lifetime score on LCV’s National Environmental Scorecard.

““As an emergency medicine physician, I have witnessed firsthand that the environment is a key determinant of health. That is why I am fighting to invest in a clean energy economy that creates good-paying jobs, protects our environment, and increases our energy independence.” - Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D.”

Raul Ruiz has received a 100% score from the Planned Parenthood Action Fund for the 2025-2026 Regular Session, indicating strong support for reproductive rights. He voted against H.R. 21, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, and also voted against amendments to the NDAA that aimed to restrict sexual and reproductive health access for service members and their families. Ruiz is endorsed as a 100% pro-Planned Parenthood candidate.

Raul Ruiz voted against an amendment to the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 3838) that aimed to prohibit military recruitment contracts with news rating entities. He also opposed an amendment to the fiscal 2026 defense appropriations bill (H.R. 4016) which sought to eliminate $118 million for overseas humanitarian, disaster, and civic aid programs. Ruiz supported the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act conference report.

Raul Ruiz aims to prepare children for success by making college affordable and investing in preschool and vocational training. He also supports fully funding after-school programs. Ruiz has secured over $2 billion in grants for local infrastructure, education, and housing for his district, demonstrating his commitment to strengthening educational programs.

“Prepare all our children for success by making college affordable, investing in preschool and vocational training, and fully funding after school programs." (Raul Ruiz, Ballotpedia)”

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