U.S. Representative for Ohio’s 9th District
Marcy Kaptur
Position · −0.34
- In office
- House 1983–now
43 years in CongressMore senior than 99% of the House - Breaks on
- Crime and Law Enforcement 52% · Immigration 43%
- Committees
- Appropriations · Budget
- Bills on
- Water Resources Development · International Affairs · Environmental Protection
- Age
- 80
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RDerek Merrin$1.5M
- RJosh Williams$957K
- RAlea Nadeem$750K
- RMadison Sheahan$272K
- RWayne Charles Kinsel$91K
Bottom line
- Among the most bipartisan in the House: agrees with Republicans on 20% of contested votes, more than 94% of House members.
- Breaks with Democrats most on Crime and Law Enforcement: voted against them on 52% of party-line votes (12 of 23), against 4% for most Democrats.
- Ranking member of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies subcommittee (Appropriations).
- 43 years in Congress: more senior than 99% of the House.
Where Kaptur has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies (Appropriations)
- Appropriations · 3rd in seniority on the minority side
- Budget · 11th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
None of Kaptur’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in Kaptur’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Kaptur breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Kaptur voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Crime and Law Enforcement 52% · 12 of 23 party 4%
- Immigration 43% · 6 of 14 party 0%
- Education 40% · 4 of 10 party 0%
See all 15 issues where Kaptur has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
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Full record (Pro)Where Kaptur broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Yea |
| 07/23/26 | Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans ActOn Passage · This bill reauthorizes through 2031 the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) authority to carry out demonstration projects within the…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/22/26 | Stop Insider Trading ActOn Passage · This bill generally prohibits Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from purchasing stocks and requires public…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 |
| 06/11/26 | Condemning actors seeking to defraud the United States Government, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that governmentwide fraud and improper payment prevention reforms will meaningfully improve the financial prosperity of the United States, and that Federal program eligibility should be verified before payment.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This resolution condemns the actions of those seeking to defraud the U.S. government.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/10/26 | Stopping Fraudulent Payments ActOn Passage · This bill establishes requirements to prevent fraudulent or improper payments from federal programs.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/10/26 | Fraud Prevention and Accountability ActOn Passage · This bill (1) assigns financial integrity, improper payment prevention, and spending transparency functions to the Bureau of the Fiscal…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 06/10/26 | No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026On Passage · This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to establish an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal…Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Kaptur is saying
All 26 statements and posts-
Kaptur Applauds Drug-Free Communities Award to Support Williams County
Announced $125,000 Drug-Free Communities award for Williams County.
“I am honored to partner with the Williams County Health Department to deliver vital Federal dollars to bring about meaningful change in people’s lives.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Kaptur Announces Over $5.5 Million Federal Investment in UToledo Research
Announced $5.6 million in federal funding for University of Toledo medical research projects.
“Our region is privileged to have an institution like University of Toledo that is committed to furthering medical knowledge for the benefit of all.”
HealthAI-read
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Criticized Trump administration's Strategic Petroleum Reserve release as too late to lower energy costs.
Fuel PricesAI-read
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Kaptur Applauds $280,000 Federal Investment in Owens Community College
Announced $280,000 federal education grant to Owens Community College for TRIO Educational Opportunity Center.
“Education is a pathway to higher-paying jobs, stronger careers and a more resilient economy.”
EducationAI-read
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Urged Trump administration to strengthen Russia sanctions and implement Graham Act.
“Two weeks ago, Congress passed the most significant Russia sanctions legislation since 2017. As long as Russia’s full-scale invasion to conquer Ukraine and threaten our European allies continues, the United States must take every step necessary to stop war criminal Vladimir Putin in his tracks. Sanctions relief will…”
International AffairsAI-read
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Secured $233,955 in Head Start funding for two Northwest Ohio programs.
“Equipping our region’s youth and families with the resources they need to succeed in life has ripple effects on our entire community.”
Social WelfareAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Kaptur voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 394 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Kaptur’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 17
- Action in committee 0
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
17 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 17 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 23 sponsored billsSponsored 23 (House median 25) · cosponsored 206 (median 289), 6 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Water Resources Development, International Affairs, Environmental Protection.
- H.R. 10566 Sunlight on SuperPACs Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10388 To clarify and update Federal policy governing operation and maintenance of the Toussaint River Federal navigation project in Carroll Township, Ohio, as authorized under section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10387 To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 to authorize the Secretary of the Army to carry out additional Great Lakes fishery and ecosystem restoration projects not eligible under current policy of the Department of the Army, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 Introduced
- H.R. 10386 To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to increase the amount and purposes of funds authorized for the Secretary of the Army to carry out water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Toledo and Oregon, Ohio, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10385 To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to increase the amount of funds authorized for the Secretary of the Army to carry out wastewater infrastructure projects in Village of Kelleys Island, Ohio, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10384 To authorize the Secretary of the Army to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of carrying out a project for flood risk management, including riverbank stabilization, ecosystem restoration, and recreation, along the Maumee River in the vicinity of Glass City Riverwalk, Toledo, Ohio, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10383 To require the Secretary of the Army to expedite the completion of agreements with non-Federal interests for beneficial use of dredged material from federally authorized harbors in the State of Ohio, and for other purposes.Water Resources Development · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10382 To correct a pay disparity adversely affecting employees of the United States Army Corps of Engineers operating the Soo Locks at Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, to support safe navigation in the Great Lakes, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 152 | 18% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 29% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 60 | 40% | Pro |
| Energy | 34 | 41% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 32 | 47% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 74% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 26 | 77% | Pro |
| Commerce | 25 | 88% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 92% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 24 | 58% | Pro |
| Immigration | 16 | 75% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 64% | Pro |
| Education | 14 | 57% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 82% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Law | 5 | 40% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Animals | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL97%agreement
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL96%agreement
- DSharice DavidsKS-394%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Kaptur 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 Kaptur’s campaign raised $4.3M: $2.3M (54%) from individuals and $1.1M (26%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.5M.
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 Kaptur
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 322.
- Hoyer Member’s leadership PAC
- Clark Member’s leadership PAC
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Kaptur 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 inKaptur’s own leadership PAC: Truedem Leadership Fund. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Kaptur’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, OH-9Democrat1983–present
Seat
- State
- Ohio
- District
- 9
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 80
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4146
2314 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Toledo
- Website
- kaptur.house.gov
- RepresentativeMarcyKaptur
- repmarcykaptur
- YouTube
- USRepMarcyKaptur
Elsewhere
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