Who Is Running in Connecticut Congressional District 3rd in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Rosa Delauro
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRosa DeLauro prioritizes creating middle-class jobs and sustainable economic growth through investments in small businesses, manufacturing, education, and scientific research. She opposed the 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education bill and the 2026 Financial Services and General Government funding bill, citing that they harm the middle and working classes by cutting essential services and favoring the wealthy. She supports an expanded monthly Child Tax Credit and advocated for paying federal employees during a government funding issue.
Immigration
HighRosa DeLauro advocates for the reform and overhaul of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), explicitly stating she will not vote to abolish the agency. She led Catholic Democratic members of Congress in outlining principles on immigration, affirming the dignity of human life and the right to migrate while recognizing a nation's right to regulate its borders humanely. She voted against a Department of Homeland Security funding bill that included funding for ICE, citing concerns about the agency being 'lawless'.
Healthcare
HighRosa DeLauro opposed the fiscal year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education funding bill, stating it would increase healthcare costs and harm working-class families. She advocated for extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which benefit over 143,000 Connecticut residents, to maintain healthcare affordability. DeLauro also supported a bipartisan funding package that included allocations for rural health and community health centers, while rejecting cuts to federal health programs.
Republican Candidate
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| Issue | Rosa Delauro |
|---|---|
| Economy | Rosa DeLauro prioritizes creating middle-class jobs and sustainable economic growth through investments in small businesses, manufacturing, education, and scientific research. She opposed the 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education bill and the 2026 Financial Services and General Government funding bill, citing that they harm the middle and working classes by cutting essential services and favoring the wealthy. She supports an expanded monthly Child Tax Credit and advocated for paying federal employees during a government funding issue. High |
| Immigration | Rosa DeLauro advocates for the reform and overhaul of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), explicitly stating she will not vote to abolish the agency. She led Catholic Democratic members of Congress in outlining principles on immigration, affirming the dignity of human life and the right to migrate while recognizing a nation's right to regulate its borders humanely. She voted against a Department of Homeland Security funding bill that included funding for ICE, citing concerns about the agency being 'lawless'. High |
| Healthcare | Rosa DeLauro opposed the fiscal year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education funding bill, stating it would increase healthcare costs and harm working-class families. She advocated for extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which benefit over 143,000 Connecticut residents, to maintain healthcare affordability. DeLauro also supported a bipartisan funding package that included allocations for rural health and community health centers, while rejecting cuts to federal health programs. High |
| Climate & Energy | Rosa DeLauro supports increased funding for environmental protection and climate resilience. She voted for the fiscal year 2026 appropriations package that allocates nearly $9 billion for the EPA and boosts funding for the Army Corps of Engineers by $2 billion to strengthen water infrastructure and climate resilience. The package also protects national parks and public lands by denying new oil and gas leasing and safeguarding endangered species. Her voting record consistently shows support for pro-environment measures. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Rosa DeLauro has consistently voted against legislation restricting abortion access, including measures to ban federal health coverage for abortion and limit interstate transport of minors for abortion. In 2026, she opposed funding bills that contained provisions targeting abortion rights and reproductive healthcare, citing concerns about undermining the healthcare system. She also introduced an amendment to prevent the defunding of population programs, advocating for gender equality in healthcare as a matter of human rights. She holds a 100% rating from NARAL Pro-Choice America and is endorsed by EMILY's List. High |
| Foreign Policy | Rosa DeLauro supported the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, citing its investments in Connecticut’s economy, job creation, and strengthening the defense industrial base. She also backed outbound investment screening requirements to prevent U.S. capital from aiding the Chinese Communist Party’s agenda. DeLauro opposes abolishing ICE, advocating for its reform and supported conditional DHS funding to cut enforcement and reduce detention beds. She also criticized President Trump's military action in Iran, expressing concern about a prolonged war. High |
| Education | Rosa DeLauro strongly opposes the fiscal year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education funding bill, urging colleagues to vote against it. She argues the bill's proposed $12 billion cut to the Department of Education, including $4.7 billion from Title I, would harm public schools, students, and teachers, undermining the American Dream. She emphasizes the critical importance of public education for future generations. Additionally, she supports continuing education through the "Rosa DeLauro and Tom Cole GLOBAL Advancement Awards." High |
| Gun Policy | Representative Rosa DeLauro consistently supports gun safety measures, evidenced by her vote in favor of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and the Assault Weapons Ban of 2022. She voted against H.Res. 1042, which aimed to modernize federal firearms laws, and criticized a proposal to weaken gun trafficking efforts, stating it would reduce ATF support for law enforcement. DeLauro has also repeatedly introduced Ethan’s Law to mandate secure firearm storage, emphasizing children’s health and safety. High |
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