Who Is Running in Florida Congressional District 22nd in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Lois Frankel
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Lois Frankel voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, stating this assistance would help keep millions from choosing between medical care and paying rent. She also led the House passage of the FY26 National Security and Department of State Funding Bill, emphasizing investments in diplomacy, development, and humanitarian aid to keep the U.S. safer, more secure, and prosperous. Additionally, she introduced an amendment to preserve Social Security field offices and phone services, and criticized proposed cuts to international affairs and humanitarian aid.
Immigration
HighRepresentative Lois Frankel voted against the FY26 Department of Homeland Security funding bill, stating she could not support a package that funds ICE without immediate reforms to stop violations of law and human rights, asserting that security does not require brutality. She advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including a roadmap to citizenship for aspiring Americans. Frankel co-sponsored the American Dream and Promise Act of 2025 and criticized policies that block asylum seekers.
Healthcare
HighLois Frankel voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, aiming to lower healthcare costs and ensure Americans are not forced to choose between medical care and essential living expenses. She has also voted against Republican healthcare proposals, including a bill that would enact significant Medicaid cuts. Frankel believes all Americans deserve access to affordable, quality healthcare and supports the ACA's provisions, such as protections for pre-existing conditions.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Lois Frankel |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Lois Frankel voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, stating this assistance would help keep millions from choosing between medical care and paying rent. She also led the House passage of the FY26 National Security and Department of State Funding Bill, emphasizing investments in diplomacy, development, and humanitarian aid to keep the U.S. safer, more secure, and prosperous. Additionally, she introduced an amendment to preserve Social Security field offices and phone services, and criticized proposed cuts to international affairs and humanitarian aid. High |
| Immigration | Representative Lois Frankel voted against the FY26 Department of Homeland Security funding bill, stating she could not support a package that funds ICE without immediate reforms to stop violations of law and human rights, asserting that security does not require brutality. She advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including a roadmap to citizenship for aspiring Americans. Frankel co-sponsored the American Dream and Promise Act of 2025 and criticized policies that block asylum seekers. High |
| Healthcare | Lois Frankel voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, aiming to lower healthcare costs and ensure Americans are not forced to choose between medical care and essential living expenses. She has also voted against Republican healthcare proposals, including a bill that would enact significant Medicaid cuts. Frankel believes all Americans deserve access to affordable, quality healthcare and supports the ACA's provisions, such as protections for pre-existing conditions. High |
| Climate & Energy | Lois Frankel supports protecting the environment, citing its importance for health, communities, and the economy in South Florida. She is a member of the Everglades Caucus, where she champions Everglades restoration projects to improve natural habitats and water supply and quality. Furthermore, she supported the Inflation Reduction Act, which invests over $369 billion to build a clean energy economy, lower energy costs, reduce emissions, and create jobs. Low |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Lois Frankel supports abortion and reproductive rights, stating that women, not politicians, should make personal decisions about family planning and healthcare. She co-led and voted to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act and the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, which aim to prevent state bans and restrictions on abortion access. Additionally, she cosponsors the Right to Contraception Act to guarantee access to FDA-approved birth control. High |
| Foreign Policy | Lois Frankel champions U.S. global leadership, viewing foreign assistance as a strategy for national security and global stability. She led the House passage of the FY26 National Security and Department of State Funding Bill, which invests in diplomacy, development, and humanitarian aid. She opposes the Global Gag Rule expansion, stating it undermines aid and global partnerships, and argues against defunding the National Endowment for Democracy, citing it as an investment in prevention. High |
| Education | Lois Frankel advocates for high-quality education access for all students, emphasizing that investing in children ensures the future. She consistently fights for increased funding for public schools, teacher training, and affordable college through her work on the House Appropriations Committee. Frankel also opposes cuts to the Department of Education, cosponsored the Department of Education Protection Act, and has spoken out against Florida's school voucher law. High |
| Gun Policy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
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