U.S. Representative for Texas’s 18th District
Christian D. Menefee
Position · −0.57
- In office
- House 2026–now
Under a year in CongressMore senior than 1% of the House - Committees
- Oversight and Government Reform · Science, Space, and Technology
- Bills on
- Education · Crime and Law Enforcement · Congress
- Age
- 38
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DAmanda Edwards$1.9M
- DAl Green$1.7M
- DIsaiah Martin$1.2M
- DStephen Huey$38K
- DGretchen Brown$18K
Where Menefee has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Oversight and Government Reform · 19th in seniority on the minority side
- Science, Space, and Technology · 17th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
None of Menefee’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in Menefee’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Menefee breaks with Democrats
MethodMenefee has voted with most Democrats on every party-line vote this Congress.
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Menefee broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/26 | 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".On Passage · This joint resolution revokes the partial authorization granted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to amend its Commercial Harbor… | Nay |
| 09/16/26 | National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for the National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ).Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/04/26 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/13/26 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Motion to Recommit · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/12/26 | Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands federal enforcement of criminal offenses related to organized retail and supply chain crime.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 04/30/26 | A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This act extends the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 03/05/26 | Reaffirming Iran remains the largest state sponsor of terrorism.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · This resolution states that the House of Representatives declares it is the policy of the United States that Iran continues to be the…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 02/25/26 | Homeowner Energy Freedom ActOn Motion to Recommit · This bill repeals the Department of Energy's (1) high-efficiency electric home rebate program for certain electrification projects in low-… | Not voting |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Menefee is saying
All 9 statements and posts-
Bipartisan Texas Delegation Unites Behind Bid to Bring U.S. Space Academy to Texas
Led bipartisan Texas delegation letter urging Space Academy location in Texas.
“Texas has the history, the infrastructure, and the workforce this Academy needs on day one.”
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Congressman Menefee's Statement on the Tragic Deaths of Two Houston High School Students
Condemned gun violence after two Houston high school students were killed in separate shootings.
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Congressman Menefee Announces $4.2 Million Grant Awarded to Texas Southern University
Announced $4.2 million federal grant to Texas Southern University.
“TSU is a cornerstone of opportunity in the 18th Congressional District. For generations, it has opened doors for students, strengthened our Houston community, and produced incredible leaders who have made their mark in Texas and across the country.”
EducationAI-read
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Reps. Menefee Carter, McIver, and Ruiz Champion the Equity in Research Act
Reintroduced Equity in Research Act to fund NSF grants for under-resourced institutions.
“The next lifesaving cure, groundbreaking technology, or scientific discovery could come from a researcher who simply has not been given the resources to pursue it. When we invest in more researchers, more institutions, and more ideas, we expand what is possible.”
EducationAI-read
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Congressman Menefee Urges Texans to Check Registration Amid Voter Suspense List Status
Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) is urging Texans to check their voter registration and make sure their addresses are up to date ahead of the October 5 registration deadline for the November 3, 2026, election.
“I represent the district of Barbara Jordan and Mickey Leland, and generations of Texans fought hard for the right to vote. We should never take that right for granted.”
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Rep. Menefee Pushes for Nuclear Energy Investments in Houston
Congressman Menefee focused on bringing more nuclear research, investments, and jobs to Houston as the country works to expand its advanced reactor capacity and meet growing demand for electricity.
“Powering the Nuclear Renaissance: Accelerating U.S. Leadership in Advanced Nuclear Reactors.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Menefee voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 423 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Menefee’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 4
- Action in committee 0
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
4 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 4 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
Sponsored 4 (House median 25) · cosponsored 109 (median 289), 31 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Education, Crime and Law Enforcement, Congress.
- H.R. 9320 All in For Attendance ActEducation · Introduced Jun 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8619 Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Apr 30, 2026 Introduced
- H.R. 8618 College Affordability and Accessibility ActEducation · Introduced Apr 30, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8581 SET ActCongress · Introduced Apr 29, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 56 | 18% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 31 | 23% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 21 | 33% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 14 | 57% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 14 | 86% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 54% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 38% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 11 | 82% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 10 | 40% | Pro |
| Energy | 9 | 56% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 9 | 67% | Pro |
| Immigration | 6 | 33% | Pro |
| Commerce | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Education | 5 | 40% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 5 | 100% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Law | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Taxation | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Animals | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Families | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Health | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 1 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 1 | 100% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 1 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DAl GreenTX-9100%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL100%agreement
- DEverton Blair Jr.GA-13100%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Menefee most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Menefee’s campaign raised $3.6M: $3.4M (93%) from individuals and $235K (6%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $156K.
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 Menefee
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 51.
- American Association for Justice (Aaj) Membership group PAC
- Keep the 49th Climate Action Fund Independent PAC
- Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 22 PAC Inc Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Menefee this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, TX-18Democrat2026–present
Seat
- State
- Texas
- District
- 18
- Current term
- 2026–2027
- Age
- 38
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3816
1318 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Houston, Houston, Houston
- Website
- menefee.house.gov
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov
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