Who Is Running in Florida Congressional District 21st in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Brian Mast
(Incumbent)Economy
HighBrian Mast has voted in favor of bills impacting the economy, including HR 261 to permit undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuaries, and HR 3617, the Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act. He also supported HR 4758, the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, and HR 4626, the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act. He has supported policies described as favoring job creation and criticized a resolution to terminate tariffs on Canada.
Immigration
HighBrian Mast advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing border security and preventing visa overstays to protect national security and combat trafficking. He supports reforming the legal immigration system to facilitate entry for highly-skilled workers while cracking down on employer fraud. Mast also believes in safeguarding the right to vote by requiring verification of identity to prevent non-citizens from influencing elections.
Healthcare
HighBrian Mast advocates for an affordable healthcare system, emphasizing veterans' care, seniors' care, and protecting individuals with pre-existing conditions. He supports repealing the Affordable Care Act, citing its rising costs and bureaucracy, while aiming to lower prescription drug costs and eliminate the individual mandate tax. Mast voted to decrease individual market premiums and supported legislation to expand affordable health coverage. He also voted 'Yes' on the 'Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act' on January 21, 2026.
Democratic Candidate
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| Issue | Brian Mast |
|---|---|
| Economy | Brian Mast has voted in favor of bills impacting the economy, including HR 261 to permit undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuaries, and HR 3617, the Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act. He also supported HR 4758, the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, and HR 4626, the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act. He has supported policies described as favoring job creation and criticized a resolution to terminate tariffs on Canada. High |
| Immigration | Brian Mast advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing border security and preventing visa overstays to protect national security and combat trafficking. He supports reforming the legal immigration system to facilitate entry for highly-skilled workers while cracking down on employer fraud. Mast also believes in safeguarding the right to vote by requiring verification of identity to prevent non-citizens from influencing elections. High |
| Healthcare | Brian Mast advocates for an affordable healthcare system, emphasizing veterans' care, seniors' care, and protecting individuals with pre-existing conditions. He supports repealing the Affordable Care Act, citing its rising costs and bureaucracy, while aiming to lower prescription drug costs and eliminate the individual mandate tax. Mast voted to decrease individual market premiums and supported legislation to expand affordable health coverage. He also voted 'Yes' on the 'Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act' on January 21, 2026. High |
| Climate & Energy | Brian Mast supports clean water initiatives and environmental protection, co-sponsoring the "Local Water Protection Act" (H.R. 7376) to reauthorize an EPA grant program for nonpoint source water pollution. He is also a member of the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, aiming to find economically-viable options to protect the planet, air quality, and the nation’s economy and security. Mast voted "Yes" on the "Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026" (HR 6938). High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Brian Mast voted for the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, and the Pregnant Students' Rights Act. He supported the Right to Contraception Act, but opposed the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act. This voting pattern reflects a general pro-life stance. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Brian Mast advocates for a foreign policy centered on American strength and national interests, believing peace is achieved through robust military capabilities. As Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, he supports reauthorizing the State Department to prioritize U.S. interests and reduce foreign aid programs deemed ineffective. He strongly opposed the Iran Nuclear Deal and voted to institute new sanctions on Iran, North Korea, and Russia to combat aggression and protect global security. High |
| Education | Brian Mast advocates for a local approach to education, emphasizing that schools and families should have the flexibility to provide high-quality education. He believes that relying on the expertise of parents and teachers, rather than federal bureaucrats, is key to improving outcomes. Mast also supports promoting a STEM curriculum for students and believes that continually increasing funding for ineffective federal programs will not yield better results. High |
| Gun Policy | Brian Mast is endorsed by the NRA-PVF with an 'AQ' rating and views the right to self-defense as God-given, which the federal government is sworn to protect. He has voted 'Yes' on legislation like the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act and the Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act. Following the Parkland shooting, he called for a ban on future sales of assault weapons, universal background checks, and restrictions on gun sales to individuals with mental illness history or suspected of terrorism. High |
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