Robert Scott — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in Virginia, 2026

Congressman Robert Scott supports a fair and humane immigration system, emphasizing secure borders, citizen safety, and preventing families from being separated. He co-sponsored and voted for the American Dream and Promise Act of 2019. Scott opposed the FY 2026 Department of Homeland Security funding bill (H.R. 7147) and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148), citing concerns over unchecked authority and abuses by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

““Americans are seeing cities taken over by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), who are arresting and detaining citizens and legal permanent residents at their churches, homes, and workplaces without valid warrants and assaulting and killing citizens in situations that should require murder investigations, and yet the Administration is fabricating stories easily contradicted by video evidence. Unfortunately, this bill does nothing to curb the abuses of authority by ICE. We should not fund the government as if nothing is happening; therefore, I cannot vote for any additional funding to the Department of Homeland Security until at least some credible progress is made to rein in the out-of-control military occupation of our cities.” - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), statement on opposition to Senate amendments to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, February 3, 2026.”

Congressman Robert Scott voted for H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, to reject proposed budget reductions and fund public health initiatives. He aimed to advance investments in public health and curb opaque Pharmacy Benefit Managers' practices, believing this would lower healthcare costs for families. Scott also criticized the failure to extend Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, which he argues has led to increased costs for Americans.

“Instead of working with Democrats to expand access to health care and meaningfully lower the cost of prescription drugs, Donald Trump and congressional Republicans made matters worse when they refused to extend the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits." - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), in a statement on President Trump’s State of the Union address, February 24, 2026.”

Congressman Robert C. Scott voted in favor of H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. He stated that the bill increased funding for the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program (REPI), which he considers critical for protecting environmentally sensitive areas around Hampton Roads' military installations and increasing resilience to sea level rise.

““The bill also increases funding for the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program, or REPI. REPI has been a critical program towards protecting environmentally sensitive areas around Hampton Roads' military installations and increasing our region's resilience to sea level rise. As a co-chair of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Task Force, I worked with my colleagues to make sure it received adequate funding, and I am proud that this bill includes $220 million for REPI.” - Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, bobbyscott.house.gov, January 22, 2026.”

Robert Scott supports abortion rights. He voted "Yea" on the Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021 (H.R. 3755), a bill that aimed to prohibit governmental restrictions on the provision of and access to abortion services, and to prevent other abortion-related restrictions. This demonstrates his stance on protecting reproductive healthcare decisions.

Robert Scott consistently opposed what he views as unilateral presidential actions in foreign policy, voting for H.Con.Res. 68, a War Powers Resolution, to reassert Congress's authority. He criticized U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and Iran, citing a lack of congressional authorization or immediate threats. Scott also opposed President Trump's tariffs, stating they raised costs for families and businesses. He voted against H.R. 4016, the FY26 defense appropriations bill.

“Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and trade wars have been chaotic and reckless, raising costs for small businesses and adding roughly $1,700 to American families’ expenses since he took office. That is why I have opposed these tariffs and voted just last week to strike down the tariffs on Canada." – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), February 20, 2026 press release”

Representative Robert Scott voted in favor of H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which funds the Department of Education, to oppose proposed budget cuts. He criticized the Trump Administration's actions regarding the Department of Education, citing a dismantling of its core functions and efforts that limit opportunities for underrepresented minority students in academia. Scott emphasizes that federal oversight is crucial for protecting students' civil rights and ensuring resources for low-income communities.

“The Trump Administration cannot close a federal agency without an act of Congress. Nevertheless, the Trump Administration is intent on breaking the law and dismantling the Department of Education (ED). Today’s announcement is part and parcel of the Trump Administration’s larger agenda to reduce federal enforcement of civil rights laws and eliminate support for low-income communities. A core function of ED is to protect and defend students’ civil rights. The federal government must retain its central role in enforcing students’ civil rights, because historically, when states had no federal oversight, we saw segregation of public schools, a refusal to educate students with disabilities, and a lack of resources for low-income communities. — Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, Statement on Education Department Offloading Core Responsibilities, November 18, 2025.”

Congressman Robert Scott voted for H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which included funding for gun violence prevention. He advocates for reinstating federal bans on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, strengthening background checks, and prosecuting federal firearm law violators. Scott supports Second Amendment rights, stating that these safety measures are consistent with constitutional principles and will make a difference.

““I want to be absolutely clear,” Scott said in his speech Wednesday. “I believe these measures will make a difference and I firmly believe each and every one of them is consistent with both the United States and Vermont constitutions.””