U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 6th District
Addison P. McDowell
Position · +0.56
- In office
- House 2025–now
1 year in CongressMore senior than 3% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 13% · Economics and Public Finance 12%
- Committees
- Natural Resources · Transportation and Infrastructure · Budget
- Bills on
- Health · Transportation and Public Works · Immigration
- Age
- 32
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DCyril Jefferson$200K
- DAlysa Kassay$31K
- DBeau Blair$28K
- DKeith Davenport$12K
- DTavin Felton-Stackhouse$8K
Where McDowell has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Natural Resources · 20th in seniority on the majority side
- Transportation and Infrastructure · 28th in seniority on the majority side
- Budget · 19th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 6152 Foreign Robocall Elimination Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 7625 MTS CYBER Act of 2026 · Out of committee
- H.R. 2351 To direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to update the policy of the Coast Guard regarding the use of medication to treat drug overdose, and for other purposes. · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Not enough statements yet.
Where McDowell breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where McDowell voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Agriculture and Food 13% · 1 of 8 party 13%
- Economics and Public Finance 12% · 6 of 50 party 7%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where McDowell 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… | Yea |
| 09/16/26 | PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act | Yea |
| 09/15/26 | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 09/02/26 | Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the Supreme Court to be composed of nine Justices—one Chief Justice and… | Not voting |
| 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 |
| 04/30/26 | 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 | Yea |
| 03/04/26 | Territorial Student Access to Higher Education ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill requires public institutions of higher education that participate in federal student aid programs to charge no more than in-state…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What McDowell is saying
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Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced a bipartisan bill with Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11) to direct the intelligence community to report to Congress on how it uses artificial intelligence with data collected under…
“Artificial intelligence is changing the way industries across our country are collecting and analyzing information.”
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McDowell’s Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act Passes Energy and Commerce Committee 37-0
Today, Congressman Addison McDowell’s bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act (H.R. 6152) unanimously passed the House Energy and Commerce Committee by a vote of 37-0.
“Today’s unanimous vote sends a clear message, these scammers need to be stopped.”
Mentions H.R. 6152
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McDowell’s Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act Advances Through House Subcommittee
Yesterday, Congressman Addison McDowell's Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act advanced through the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
“I continuously hear about bad actors targeting seniors through robocalls. Foreign scammers are trying to steal Social Security numbers, bank information, and any other sensitive information they can get their hands on.”
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Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced a resolution honoring the millions of American veterans who served during the Gulf War era and commemorating five years since the evacuation of Afghanistan.
“Gulf War-era veterans answered the call to defend our country, confront terrorism, and protect freedom around the world.”
Mentions H.Res. 1496
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McDowell Brings Faith, Family and Community Leaders Together for Values Roundtable
Congressman Addison McDowell today hosted faith, family, education and community leaders for an important discussion in Kannapolis, bringing local voices directly into the conversation on some of the most important issues facing families.
“Today I heard directly from parents, pastors and community leaders about the challenges facing our families.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill McDowell voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 246 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far McDowell’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 15
- Action in committee 5
- Action beyond committee 3
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
15 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 15 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 20 sponsored billsSponsored 20 (House median 25) · cosponsored 289 (median 289), 15 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Transportation and Public Works, Immigration.
- H.Res. 1581 Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2026.Health · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10502 To direct the Director of National Intelligence to submit to Congress a report on the use of artificial intelligence systems to acquire, analyze, query, disseminate, or otherwise access information under section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Sep 17, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1496 Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the evacuation of Afghanistan, the Gulf war era, and honoring Gulf war era veterans.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9521 Broadband Infrastructure Extension ActScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jun 29, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6364 Kidd’s Stuttering ActHealth · Introduced Jun 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1387 Congratulating the Carolina Hurricanes for winning the 2026 Stanley Cup Final.Sports and Recreation · Introduced Jun 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9065 Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2026Health · Introduced May 29, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1111 Recognizing the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse and encouraging all United States citizens to visit the Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in Guilford County, North Carolina.Public Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Mar 12, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 89% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 60% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 59 | 78% | Pro |
| Energy | 36 | 75% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 70% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 32 | 84% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 87% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 86% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 85% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 26 | 50% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 80% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% | Pro |
| Education | 15 | 60% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 77% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 63% | Pro |
| Taxation | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Law | 6 | 67% | 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-499%agreement
- RMatt Van EppsTN-798%agreement
- RTroy BaldersonOH-1297%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members McDowell 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 McDowell’s campaign raised $1.2M: $590K (48%) from individuals and $516K (42%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $382K.
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 McDowell
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 194.
- Ernst & Young Political Action Committee Independent PAC
- Majority Committee Pac--Mc PAC Member’s leadership PAC
- Scalise Leadership Fund Member’s leadership PAC
See how much each organization gave McDowell 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 inMcDowell’s own leadership PAC: American Dream Delivered. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, NC-6Republican2025–present
Seat
- State
- North Carolina
- District
- 6
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 32
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3065
1032 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Lexington
- Website
- mcdowell.house.gov
- RepMcDowell
- repmcdowell
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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