Who Is Running in Nevada Congressional District 1st in 2026?
Last updated: February 28, 2026
Dina Titus
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Dina Titus co-sponsored the Raise the Wage Act to increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour, stating that individuals working full-time should not live in poverty. She also co-sponsored the Paycheck Fairness Act to promote equal pay. Additionally, Ms. Titus introduced H.R. 7454, the USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act, aiming to enhance cooperation for tourism growth and economic stability. She voted against a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that would have ended the federal taxation of tips.
Immigration
HighDina Titus advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing pathways to citizenship for law-abiding immigrants. She supports protecting DREAMers and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, citing their contributions as neighbors and colleagues. She voted to pass the American Dream and Promise Act and supports legislation to keep families together, allowing undocumented immigrants to emerge from the shadows.
Healthcare
HighDina Titus voted against the Continuing Resolution in 2025, citing concerns that it would lead to Nevadans losing health insurance and facing skyrocketing premiums. In 2026, she voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years to ensure affordable healthcare and prevent crippling rates for Americans. She also opposed the Lower Health Care Premiums Act in 2025.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Dina Titus |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Dina Titus co-sponsored the Raise the Wage Act to increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour, stating that individuals working full-time should not live in poverty. She also co-sponsored the Paycheck Fairness Act to promote equal pay. Additionally, Ms. Titus introduced H.R. 7454, the USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act, aiming to enhance cooperation for tourism growth and economic stability. She voted against a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that would have ended the federal taxation of tips. High |
| Immigration | Dina Titus advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, emphasizing pathways to citizenship for law-abiding immigrants. She supports protecting DREAMers and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, citing their contributions as neighbors and colleagues. She voted to pass the American Dream and Promise Act and supports legislation to keep families together, allowing undocumented immigrants to emerge from the shadows. High |
| Healthcare | Dina Titus voted against the Continuing Resolution in 2025, citing concerns that it would lead to Nevadans losing health insurance and facing skyrocketing premiums. In 2026, she voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years to ensure affordable healthcare and prevent crippling rates for Americans. She also opposed the Lower Health Care Premiums Act in 2025. High |
| Climate & Energy | Dina Titus introduced legislation to safeguard Southern Nevada's water security, which the Senate passed on February 26, 2026. She co-sponsored the Santini-Burton Modernization Act (H.R.7255/S.3695) to protect the Tahoe Basin by increasing funding for lake clarity, recreation impact mitigation, and wildfire risk reduction. Titus also spearheaded the RESTRAIN Act to prohibit nuclear weapons testing. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Dina Titus supports abortion rights, advocating for the repeal of Nevada's 1985 parental notification law, stating it can become parental permission, forcing unwanted pregnancies. She also calls for repealing the 1911 Nevada law criminalizing post-24-week pregnancy termination, deeming it cruel. She received a 100% rating from Planned Parenthood in 2014 and voted to pass the Women's Health Protection Act. She is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All and Emily's List. High |
| Foreign Policy | Dina Titus supported the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which included provisions from her RESTRAIN Act to prevent nuclear testing, citing concerns about environmental damage and an international arms race. She emphasized supporting European allies and strengthening US security initiatives, including funding for Ukraine, Baltic, and Taiwan security. Titus voted for the Iran War Powers Resolution and opposes broad Authorizations for Use of Military Force unless a compelling and narrowly tailored case is presented. High |
| Education | Dina Titus has supported education initiatives through various legislative efforts and funding allocations. She co-introduced H.R. 5428, the Medical Student Education Authorization Act, to provide grants for physician graduate education in areas with provider shortages. She also championed over $1 million for the Nevada System of Higher Education’s Mitigating Wildfire Smoke Impacts project and supported the GI Bill STEM Extension Act to aid students pursuing degrees in science and technology fields. High |
| Gun Policy | Representative Dina Titus advocates for stricter gun control policies, urging President Biden to implement executive actions to address gun violence. She has criticized Republican leadership for impeding gun legislation in Congress, noting that her bill to ban bump stocks has not been brought to a vote. She voted 'Nay' on H.Res. 1042, which sought to consider a bill to modernize federal firearms laws. High |
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