U.S. Representative for New Jersey’s 4th District
Christopher H. Smith
Position · +0.18
- In office
- House 1981–now
45 years in CongressMore senior than 100% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 50% · Labor and Employment 33%
- Committees
- Foreign Affairs
- Bills on
- International Affairs · Health · Crime and Law Enforcement
- Age
- 73
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
- The 3rd most moderate House Republican by voting record.
- Breaks with Republicans most on Agriculture and Food: voted against them on 50% of party-line votes (4 of 8), against 13% for most Republicans.
- Chair of the Africa subcommittee (Foreign Affairs).
- 45 years in Congress: more senior than 100% of the House.
Where Smith has influence
Bills on the move
- H.R. 1744 United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 10346 Stop China’s Exploitation of Congolese Children and Adult Forced Labor through Cobalt Mining Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 5160 Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 4348 To reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, and for other purposes. · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Smith’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Smith breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Smith voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Agriculture and Food 50% · 4 of 8 party 13%
- Labor and Employment 33% · 3 of 9 party 0%
- Economics and Public Finance 10% · 5 of 50 party 7%
See all 6 issues where Smith has broken with Republicans, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Start with a free account Log inNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Smith broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 07/22/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/15/26 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 07/14/26 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/09/26 | Faster Labor Contracts ActOn Passage · This bill establishes mandatory deadlines for parties negotiating an initial collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and provides for…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/09/26 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5408) to accelerate workplace time-to-contract under the National Labor Relations Act.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 5408) to accelerate workplace time-to-contract under the National Labor…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/09/26 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5408) to accelerate workplace time-to-contract under the National Labor Relations Act.On Motion to Discharge · This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 5408) to accelerate workplace time-to-contract under the National Labor…Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Smith is saying
All 64 statements and posts-
Smith leads intergovernmental survey of Nor’easter damage across NJ-04 shore towns
Led intergovernmental survey of Nor'easter damage across New Jersey shore towns.
“Today, an impressive, comprehensive group of experts—with extensive backgrounds in environmental, structural engineering, and beach replenishment initiatives—came together to not only survey the severe damage wrought by last week’s Nor’easter, but also to collaborate on creative solutions for immediate needs and future…”
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Led letter supporting Trump executive order protecting vulnerable newborn and infant children.
“All infants—especially those with disabilities or conditions requiring life-sustaining care after birth—deserve love, compassion, and equal protection under the law.”
HealthAI-read
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Led 128 GOP lawmakers requesting federal investigation into Planned Parenthood's taxpayer funding.
“We write to request that the Office of Inspector General (OIG) review and, if appropriate, initiate an investigation into the activities of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc. and the organization's affiliates.”
HealthAI-read
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Led 126 lawmakers urging HHS Inspector General to investigate Planned Parenthood.
“In particular, these concerns relate to whether Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc. and the organization’s affiliates have adhered to applicable requirements governing program integrity, financial accountability, and the proper use of funds provided through HHS-administered programs.”
HealthAI-read
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FEMA Region 2 Administrator Hartnett to survey Nor’easter damage with Chris Smith
Joined FEMA administrator surveying Nor'easter damage in New Jersey coastal communities.
“Last week, New Jersey—and especially the shore communities within our Fourth Congressional District—experienced a severe Nor’easter, bringing heavy rains, damaging winds, and substantial, prolonged flooding. The storm also caused significant and dangerous beach erosion, as well as thousands of power outages across the…”
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Defended Hyde Amendment restricting federal Medicaid funding for abortion.
“An innocent, defenseless human life, in a caring and humane society deserves better than to be flushed down a toilet or burned in an incinerator.”
HealthAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Smith voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 65 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Smith’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
47 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 45 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Became law (1)
1 commemorative
- H.R. 2170 To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic, and for other purposes.Became law Sep 5, 2025 · Armed Forces and National SecurityCommemorative
Scope tags come from an AI reading of each bill where available, otherwise from its title and policy area. They don’t change the score. How scope is tagged
Bills, 119th Congress
All 61 sponsored billsSponsored 61 (House median 25) · cosponsored 226 (median 289), 21 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on International Affairs, Health, Crime and Law Enforcement.
- H.Res. 1584 Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment and its enduring legacy of saving the lives of more than 2,600,000 unborn children and respecting the conscience rights of the American people.Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10461 Somaliland Travel and Investment ActIntroduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10406 Jimmy Lai Hong Kong Political Prisoner Accountability Act of 2026International Affairs · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10346 Stop China’s Exploitation of Congolese Children and Adult Forced Labor through Cobalt Mining ActRestricts trade related to cobalt mined using forced labor in Congo. AI-readForeign Trade and International Finance · Introduced Sep 10, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 7 No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025Health · Introduced Sep 8, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10176 No PRC Seafood in Congress ActCongress · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1188 Expressing support for the work of open water lifeguards as first responders and emergency response providers.Labor and Employment · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9893 Stop Support for UNRWA Act of 2026International Affairs · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 90% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 60% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 61 | 77% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 76% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 85% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 70% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 87% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 27 | 81% | Pro |
| Commerce | 25 | 92% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 80% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 24 | 46% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 63% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 55% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 63% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 71% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | 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
- RMike JohnsonLA-497%agreement
- RJefferson Van DrewNJ-296%agreement
- RBarry LoudermilkGA-1195%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Smith 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 Smith’s campaign raised $592K: $356K (60%) from individuals and $214K (36%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $488K.
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 Smith
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 62.
- International Union of Operating Engineers Local 965 Pef Labor union PAC
- National Association of Realtors Membership group PAC
See how much each organization gave Smith 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 inSmith’s own leadership PAC: Citizens Strengthening Our Message in the House. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Smith’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, NJ-4Republican1981–present
Seat
- State
- New Jersey
- District
- 4
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 73
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3765
2373 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Middletown, Toms River
- Website
- chrissmith.house.gov
- RepChrisSmith
- repchrissmith
- YouTube
- USRepChrisSmith
Elsewhere
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