U.S. Representative for Rhode Island’s 2nd District
Seth Magaziner
Position · −0.30
- In office
- House 2023–now
3 years in CongressMore senior than 18% of the House - Breaks on
- Education 33% · Crime and Law Enforcement 17%
- Committees
- Homeland Security · Natural Resources
- Bills on
- Government Operations and Politics · Labor and Employment · Congress
- Age
- 43
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Magaziner has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Counterterrorism and Intelligence (Homeland Security)
- Homeland Security · 4th in seniority on the minority side
- Natural Resources · 6th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
Talks most about
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Where Magaziner breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Magaziner voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Education 33% · 4 of 12 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 17% · 4 of 23 party 4%
- Immigration 13% · 2 of 15 party 0%
See all 12 issues where Magaziner has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
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Full record (Pro)Where Magaziner 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 |
| 09/01/26 | Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations for federal agencies and extends various expiring programs and authorities.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 | Nay |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 05/21/26 | Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026On Passage · This bill expands specified benefits programs for veterans and their survivors and establishes a supplemental monthly allowance for certain…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/14/26 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…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 Passage · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Magaziner is saying
All 13 statements and posts-
The U.S. House of Representatives today passed U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner's Department of Homeland Security Intelligence and Analysis Training Act, legislation that will require training for intelligence employees at the Department…
“Under the Trump Administration, the Department of Homeland Security has shown a willful disregard for the privacy and civil liberties of the American people.”
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Magaziner Attends Ceremony Marking 25th Anniversary of September 11th Attacks in New York City
Today, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner, Ranking Member of the Counterterrorism and Intelligence Subcommittee on the House Homeland Security Committee, joined elected officials, dignitaries, and family members of victims at the…
“Twenty-five years later, we owe it to the victims, survivors and first responders who ran toward danger to make sure that our nation never forgets.”
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Magaziner Statement on Labor Day
“Labor Day is a reminder that working people built this country and that workers standing together and bargaining collectively built a strong middle class. Today, I recommit to fighting for the middle class and everyone working hard to join it, and to building a fair economy that rewards hard work with good wages,…”
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Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Senate Companion to Magaziner's Don't STEAL Act
U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced today that U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) has introduced companion legislation in the Senate to Magaziner's Don't Stand for Taking Employed Americans’ Livings (Don't STEAL) Act,…
“It is outrageous that in the United States of America, someone can face jail time for stealing a television but get only a slap on the wrist for stealing wages from a worker’s paycheck.”
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Today, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) welcomed Cantor Dr. Joel Gluck of Warwick to the U.S. Capitol to serve as Guest Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives ahead of the September Jewish High Holidays.
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As demand grows for skilled engineers and technicians to power Rhode Island's advanced manufacturing, marine, and clean energy sectors, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and Gabe Amo…
“Rhode Island needs more engineers, and this funding will help make sure that talented students across our state have a real shot at that career, no matter their financial background.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Magaziner voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 220 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Magaziner’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 26
- Action in committee 7
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
26 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 26 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 27 sponsored billsSponsored 27 (House median 25) · cosponsored 558 (median 289), 38 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Government Operations and Politics, Labor and Employment, Congress.
- H.R. 10342 American Seafood Competitiveness Act of 2026Agriculture and Food · Introduced Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10146 AI Advertising Disclosure ActCommerce · Introduced Sep 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9358 Improving the Lives of the American People ActUnable to determine bill's specific provisions from title alone. AI-readGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jun 18, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8518 Domenic and Ed’s LawEducation · Introduced Apr 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8517 Clean Energy Workforce ActEnergy · Introduced Apr 27, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1013 Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.Congress · Introduced Mar 5, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7436 Department of Homeland Security Intelligence and Analysis Training ActEstablishes training program for Department of Homeland Security intelligence analysts. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 7435 DHS Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Ombuds ActCreates intelligence transparency office and ombudsman position at DHS. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Feb 9, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 156 | 16% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 26% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 59 | 34% | Pro |
| Energy | 36 | 36% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 32 | 56% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 55% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% | Pro |
| Commerce | 26 | 81% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 64% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 96% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 50% | Pro |
| Immigration | 15 | 40% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 82% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 43% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 6 | 100% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 1 | 100% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DStacey E. PlaskettVI-AL100%agreement
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL99%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL99%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Magaziner 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 Magaziner’s campaign raised $1.4M: $777K (56%) from individuals and $520K (38%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.5M.
Through Aug 20, 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 Magaziner
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 159.
- United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Labor union PAC
- Laborers' International Union of North America Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Magaziner 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 inMagaziner’s own leadership PAC: Supporting Effective Thoughtful Leadership PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Magaziner’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, RI-2Democrat2023–present
Seat
- State
- Rhode Island
- District
- 2
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 43
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-2735
252 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Warwick
- Website
- magaziner.house.gov
- repsethmagaziner
Elsewhere
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