U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 3rd District
Dwight Evans
From public records: votes from Voteview, bills from congress.gov, money from FEC filings · votes updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we measure
Position · −0.47
- In office
- House 2016–now
9 years in CongressMore senior than 64% of the House - Breaks on
- Government Operations and Politics 6%
- Committees
- Ways and Means
- Bills on
- Taxation
- Health
- Labor and Employment
- Age
- 72
2026 election
Not on the November ballot
General election Nov 3, 2026
On the ballot for this seat
- DChris Rabb$1.3M
- IDennis Mahoney$11K
Bottom line
Where Evans has influence
Bills on the move
None of Evans’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in Evans’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Evans breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Evans voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Government Operations and Politics 6% · 1 of 18 party 6%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Evans broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran or any part of its government or… | Not voting |
| Jun 29, 2026 | KIDS ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act or the KIDS ActBroke w/ party | Nay |
| Jun 4, 2026 | 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 |
| May 12, 2026 | 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 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | 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 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that addressBroke w/ party | Nay |
| Mar 5, 2026 | 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 |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Evans is saying
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Rep. Evans, SEPTA Announce $80 Million Federal Grant for Trolley Station ADA Improvements
Announced $80 million federal grant for trolley station accessibility improvements in Philadelphia.
“When we invest in our public transit accessibility, we invest in our community.”
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Pennsylvania Democratic Congressional Delegation Statement on U.S. v. McIver
Criticized Justice Department prosecution of congresswoman for oversight activities.
“This ruling sets a dangerous precedent. Members of Congress must be able to conduct legitimate oversight of the Executive Branch without fear of criminal retaliation. Weaponizing the Justice Department against lawmakers for doing their jobs threatens the checks and balances at the heart of our democracy. This case is…”
Government WeaponizationAI-read
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Evans Introduces Bill to Build More Accessible, Affordable Housing
Introduced bill to expand tax credits for accessible, affordable housing for seniors and disabled persons.
“About 26 percent of people in the United States have a disability, yet less than 6 percent of the national housing supply is designed to be accessible at even a basic level. This bill would change that by expanding low-income housing tax credits to make affordable housing more accessible for seniors and people with…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Evans voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 413 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Evans’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 10
- Action in committee 0
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
10 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 9 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 14 sponsored billsSponsored 14 (House median 25) · cosponsored 554 (median 289), 245 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Taxation, Health, Labor and Employment.
- H.R. 10049 Visitable Inclusive Tax credits for Accessible Living (VITAL) ActTaxation · Introduced Aug 31, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8501 Rehabilitation of Historic Schools Act of 2026Taxation · Introduced Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8746 VICTIM Act of 2026Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced May 12, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1071 Recognizing the desegregation efforts at Girard College in Philadelphia, and the leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion.Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Feb 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7532 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4431 Main Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as the "Dr. Constance 'Connie' E. Clayton Post Office".Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Feb 12, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3681 Leveraging Educational Opportunity Networks ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Nov 20, 2025 In committee
- H.Res. 898 Recognizing November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month".Families · Introduced Nov 20, 2025 In committee
- H.R. 5384 MORE ActHealth · Introduced Sep 16, 2025 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 153 | 16% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 29% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 42 | 40% |
| Energy | 33 | 30% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 32% |
| Environmental Protection | 31 | 35% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 28 | 50% |
| Commerce | 26 | 73% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 26 | 54% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 24 | 58% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| International Affairs | 23 | 91% |
| Education | 16 | 25% |
| Immigration | 15 | 40% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 50% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 7 | 86% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 4 | 75% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 2 | 100% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 1 | 0% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Evans voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL100%agreement
- DStacey E. PlaskettVI-AL100%agreement
- DSara JacobsCA-5199%agreement
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MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Evans’s campaign raised $234K: $126K (54%) from individuals and $108K (46%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $8K.
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 Evans
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 41.
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
- Transport Workers Union of America Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Evans this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
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Offices held
- Pennsylvania House of RepresentativesState · Member 1981–2016
Experience
- Teacher
- Employment counsellor
Education
- La Salle UniversityBachelor of Arts 1975
- Community College of Philadelphiaassociate degree 1973
- Germantown High School 1971
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, PA-3Democrat2019–present
- U.S. House, PA-2Democrat2016–2019
Seat
- State
- Pennsylvania
- District
- 3
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 72
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4001
1105 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Philadelphia, Philadelphia
- Website
- evans.house.gov
- RepDwightEvans
- repdwightevans
Elsewhere
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