U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 1st District
Andy Harris
Position · +0.68
- In office
- House 2011–now
15 years in CongressMore senior than 79% of the House - Breaks on
- Armed Forces and National Security 13% · Finance and Financial Sector 8%
- Committees
- Appropriations
- Bills on
- Economics and Public Finance · Taxation
- Age
- 69
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DDaniel Schwartz$695K
- DRandi White$18K
Bottom line
Where Harris has influence
Roles
- Chair · Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies (Appropriations)
- Appropriations · 11th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
Talks most about
Stories in Harris’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Harris breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Harris voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Armed Forces and National Security 13% · 5 of 38 party 3%
- Finance and Financial Sector 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
- International Affairs 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
See all 6 issues where Harris has broken with Republicans, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Start with a free account Log inNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Harris broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
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| 09/16/26 | Retire through Ownership ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill allows the fiduciary of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to rely on a valuation provided by an independent valuation…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/16/26 | Water Resources Development Act of 2026On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill authorizes and modifies certain water resource infrastructure projects and programs of the U.S.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/16/26 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | Tax Relief for Fraud Victims ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands the federal tax deduction for personal casualty and theft losses by eliminating certain limits, including the requirement…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill requires specified federal financial agencies to assess their technological capabilities and procurement practices.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | GUARD ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception Act of 2026 or the GUARD Act of 2026Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/15/26 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9576) to establish the National Fraud Enforcement Division of the Department of Justice; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 10326) to enhance information-sharing capabilities between Federal law enforcement and State agencies to detect, investigate, and prosecute fraud in certain Federal programs, and to protect individual privacy; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 210) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ‘‘California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 213) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the ‘‘California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision''; and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 5334) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 9576) to establish the National Fraud Enforcement Division of the…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Harris is saying
All 9 statements and posts-
Congressman Harris Addresses Ocean City Beach Erosion with Army Corps Following Weekend Storm
Applauded $25.7 million Army Corps contract to reconstruct Ocean City beach after storm damage.
“I spoke directly with Army Corps Baltimore District Commander Colonel Pera about restoring Ocean City’s beach following this weekend’s storm, and I applaud the new $25.7 million contract for the town’s berm reconstruction. This funding will help Ocean City recover from the storm and prepare for future storms.”
Emergency ManagementAI-read
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Congressman Harris Announces $2.1 Million for University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Announced $2.1 million in federal funding for University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
“UMES has a long history of educating students on the Eastern Shore and preparing graduates for careers in Maryland and across the country. This $2.1 million in funding will strengthen academic programs and provide additional resources for students.”
EducationAI-read
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Congressman Harris Introduces Legislation to Suspend Federal Gas Tax
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), introduced legislation to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax, delivering immediate relief to American drivers and truckers ahead of the midterm elections.
“Families and truckers need some immediate relief from the high cost of fuel to drive to work or haul goods across this country. It’s time right now to temporarily suspend the federal gas and diesel tax until the end of the year. Hardworking American taxpayers deserve that break.”
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REP. HARRIS: FIVE YEARS AFTER THE ADIRIM MANDATORY VACCINE MEMO, PUT HER UNDER OATH
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., physician and former Naval Reserve medical officer, calls on Chairman James Comer, Chairman Rand Paul, and Chairman Ron Johnson to bring Dr. Terry Adirim in to testify under oath.
“I know the difference between a clinical recommendation and an order with a discharge packet attached.”
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Congressman Harris Announces $6 Million USDA Investment in Invasive Catfish Processing
Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, today announced $6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant funding to…
“Invasive blue catfish are reducing the blue crab and native fish populations that Maryland watermen harvest and sell. Increasing processing capacity will strengthen the market for wild-caught catfish, expand opportunities for watermen and seafood processors, and remove more invasive fish from the Bay. I thank Secretary…”
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Congressman Harris Announces U.S. Service Academy Information Night for High School Students
Today, Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01), announced that his Service Academy Information Night will be held in person on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET at the McFaul Activity Center, located at 525 W. MacPhail Rd., Bel Air,…
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Harris voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 256 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Harris’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 5
- Action in committee 2
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
5 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 4 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
Sponsored 6 (House median 25) · cosponsored 277 (median 289), 20 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Economics and Public Finance, Taxation.
- H.R. 10392 To temporarily suspend the imposition of certain fuel taxes.Taxation · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8646 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027Appropriates fiscal year 2027 funds for agriculture, rural development, and FDA. AI-readEconomics and Public Finance · Introduced May 1, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 7339 For the relief of Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang.Introduced Feb 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4229 To amend the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require prior approval from Congress before the Comptroller General may pursue a civil action under such Act, and for other purposes.Economics and Public Finance · Introduced Jun 27, 2025 In committee
- H.R. 4121 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026Economics and Public Finance · Introduced Jun 25, 2025 Out of committee
- H.Con.Res. 10 Emergency Border Control ResolutionEconomics and Public Finance · Introduced Feb 10, 2025 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 153 | 84% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 67 | 64% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 58 | 71% | Pro |
| Energy | 37 | 73% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 32 | 56% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 81% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 83% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 27 | 74% | Pro |
| Commerce | 26 | 65% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 72% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 36% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 63% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 64% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 50% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 36% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 50% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 50% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 71% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 57% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 60% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 0% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RAndrew S. ClydeGA-996%agreement
- RAndy BiggsAZ-596%agreement
- RRalph NormanSC-595%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Harris most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
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MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Harris’s campaign raised $2.3M: $1.8M (79%) from individuals and $443K (19%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.9M.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Harris
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 139.
- Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. Political Action Committee (Abc PAC) Trade association PAC
- National Chicken Council Trade association PAC
- Altria Group, Inc. Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Harris this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inHarris’s own leadership PAC: Chesapeake Freedom PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Harris’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, MD-1Republican2011–present
Seat
- State
- Maryland
- District
- 1
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 69
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-5311
1536 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Bel Air, Salisbury, Cambridge
- Website
- harris.house.gov
- AndyHarrisMD
- YouTube
- RepAndyHarris
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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