Who Is Running in Kansas Congressional District 1st in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Tracey Mann
(Incumbent)Economy
HighTracey Mann supports policies to reduce federal spending, lower taxes, and roll back regulation, aiming for economic strength and prosperity. He introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act to allow homebuyers to use 529 plan funds. Mann also voted to advance the Rescissions Act of 2025, which clawed back $9 billion in federal spending, and supported a short-term funding bill. He believes high national debt and interest rates contribute to affordability issues.
Immigration
HighTracey Mann supports strict immigration policies, emphasizing border security and the deportation of undocumented immigrants who commit crimes. He voted to advance the Laken Riley Act, which mandates ICE to arrest and detain illegal immigrants who commit crimes until their removal. Mann views the national border as a crisis requiring aggressive action to manage unauthorized immigration and prioritizes rooting out individuals engaged in criminal activity. He also supports federal legislation for border security.
Healthcare
HighTracey Mann voted to advance the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a measure he supported to fulfill campaign priorities including making the 2017 tax cuts permanent, securing borders, and reducing U.S. federal spending. He also led efforts to reintroduce legislation addressing the nation's healthcare workforce shortage. Additionally, he introduced bills such as the Modernizing Rural Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Utilization Act, the Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act, and the Rural Behavioral Health Improvement Act.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Tracey Mann |
|---|---|
| Economy | Tracey Mann supports policies to reduce federal spending, lower taxes, and roll back regulation, aiming for economic strength and prosperity. He introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act to allow homebuyers to use 529 plan funds. Mann also voted to advance the Rescissions Act of 2025, which clawed back $9 billion in federal spending, and supported a short-term funding bill. He believes high national debt and interest rates contribute to affordability issues. High |
| Immigration | Tracey Mann supports strict immigration policies, emphasizing border security and the deportation of undocumented immigrants who commit crimes. He voted to advance the Laken Riley Act, which mandates ICE to arrest and detain illegal immigrants who commit crimes until their removal. Mann views the national border as a crisis requiring aggressive action to manage unauthorized immigration and prioritizes rooting out individuals engaged in criminal activity. He also supports federal legislation for border security. High |
| Healthcare | Tracey Mann voted to advance the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a measure he supported to fulfill campaign priorities including making the 2017 tax cuts permanent, securing borders, and reducing U.S. federal spending. He also led efforts to reintroduce legislation addressing the nation's healthcare workforce shortage. Additionally, he introduced bills such as the Modernizing Rural Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Utilization Act, the Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act, and the Rural Behavioral Health Improvement Act. High |
| Climate & Energy | Tracey Mann voted 'Yea' on the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act in February 2026. He also voted against a federal aviation safety bill in February 2026. Additionally, Representative Mann has supported clean fuel production tax credits, co-leading a letter urging the Treasury Secretary to finalize implementation rules. He stated that a lack of clarity has stalled investments crucial for American jobs and the domestic energy sector. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Tracey Mann opposes abortion access. She voted against H.R. 3755, also known as the "Abortion for All Act," in 2021. This legislation aimed to entrench abortion access in federal law and would have impacted state-level restrictions and policies limiting taxpayer funding for abortions. Her vote reflects an opposition to such federal codification. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Representative Tracey Mann voted for both the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA). He supports strengthening national security and military readiness, citing "peace through strength" as a guiding principle. Mann also advocates for providing essential resources, including a 4% pay raise, to U.S. service members to defend the nation. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Tracey Mann has reintroduced the RIFLE Act to protect gun store owners from federal policies, citing the undermining of Second Amendment rights and the constitutional rights of law-abiding citizens. He co-led H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, to establish nationwide reciprocity for concealed carry licenses. Mann has also voted against several gun control bills, including H.R. 8, H.R. 7910, and S. 2938, consistently upholding Second Amendment rights for citizens. High |
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