Who Is Running in Texas Congressional District 7th in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
Elizabeth Fletcher
(Incumbent)Economy
HighResearch pending more substantial sources.
Immigration
HighElizabeth Fletcher opposed aggressive immigration enforcement policies in 2026, including voting against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act (H.R. 7147 and H.R. 7148) and funding for ICE. She co-sponsored the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act and introduced an amendment to prohibit immigration officers from wearing face coverings. Fletcher emphasized that current practices, such as warrantless raids and stopping people for papers, are unconstitutional and un-American.
Healthcare
HighCongresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted for H.R. 1834 in January 2026, which aims to extend the Affordable Care Act's Enhanced Premium Tax Credits for three years. She stated that this extension is crucial to address the ongoing healthcare crisis and prevent a significant loss of healthcare access. Fletcher noted that approximately 125,000 people in her district depend on these credits for their healthcare.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Elizabeth Fletcher |
|---|---|
| Economy | Research pending more substantial sources. High |
| Immigration | Elizabeth Fletcher opposed aggressive immigration enforcement policies in 2026, including voting against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act (H.R. 7147 and H.R. 7148) and funding for ICE. She co-sponsored the Stop Excessive Force in Immigration Act and introduced an amendment to prohibit immigration officers from wearing face coverings. Fletcher emphasized that current practices, such as warrantless raids and stopping people for papers, are unconstitutional and un-American. High |
| Healthcare | Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted for H.R. 1834 in January 2026, which aims to extend the Affordable Care Act's Enhanced Premium Tax Credits for three years. She stated that this extension is crucial to address the ongoing healthcare crisis and prevent a significant loss of healthcare access. Fletcher noted that approximately 125,000 people in her district depend on these credits for their healthcare. High |
| Climate & Energy | Elizabeth Fletcher supports clean, reliable, and technology-neutral energy policies, advocating for modern infrastructure that lowers carbon emissions and delivers low-cost energy. She voted for the 2019 Climate Action Now Act and against weakening energy efficiency standards, as well as opposing the 2025 Undersea Cable Protection Act to protect marine sanctuaries. While acknowledging natural gas's role in emissions reduction, she opposes bans on fracking and offshore drilling. She received a 97% 2024 score from the LCV Action Fund. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Representative Elizabeth Fletcher supports abortion rights and access to reproductive healthcare, stating it is essential for individuals to control their lives, health, economics, and justice. She co-sponsored and voted for the Women’s Health Protection Act and the Right to Contraception Act. Additionally, Fletcher introduced the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, passed by the House and endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All and Planned Parenthood. High |
| Foreign Policy | Elizabeth Fletcher opposed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, and the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, due to concerns over executive actions and a lack of protections. She also voted against federal funding for ICE. Conversely, Fletcher supported the Funding for the People Act and Additional Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act for military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, and backs sanctions against Russia. She also voted for the ALLIES Act of 2021 to expedite visas for Afghan interpreters. High |
| Education | Elizabeth Fletcher advocates for quality education as essential for democracy and a strong economy. She supports investing in public education, closing achievement gaps, and providing STEM curriculum. She introduced the JROTC Cyber Training Act and supported the IDEA Full Funding Act, School Food Modernization Act, College Transparency Act, Resident Education Deferred Interest (REDI) Act, and FREED Vets Act. She also supports the Biden administration's efforts for student loan relief and expanding community colleges. High |
| Gun Policy | Elizabeth Fletcher supports gun safety laws and has voted against legislation she believes creates loopholes in federal firearms law. She voted against H.R. 2189, the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act, citing concerns that it would deregulate certain firearms and potentially lead to a new market for untraceable ghost guns. Fletcher has received an endorsement from Giffords, an organization focused on preventing gun violence. High |
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