U.S. Representative for Arizona’s 2nd District
Elijah Crane
Position · +0.75
- In office
- House 2023–now
3 years in CongressMore senior than 18% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 25%
- Armed Forces & National Security 16%
- Committees
- Homeland Security
- Oversight and Government Reform
- Bills on
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Immigration
- Congress
- Age
- 46
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Crane has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Homeland Security · 9th in seniority on the majority side
- Oversight and Government Reform · 22nd in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 5729 North Rim Restoration Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 837 To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site to Gila County, Arizona. · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 1829 Apache County and Navajo County Conveyance Act of 2026 · Out of committee
- H.R. 3334 USCP Empowerment Act of 2025 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Crane’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Crane breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Crane voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Agriculture and Food 25% · 2 of 8 party 13%
- Armed Forces & National Security 16% · 6 of 38 party 3%
- Finance and Financial Sector 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 6 issues where Crane has broken with Republicans, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Crane broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Retire through Ownership ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill allows the fiduciary of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to rely on a valuation provided by an independent valuation…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Tax Relief for Fraud Victims ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands the federal tax deduction for personal casualty and theft losses by eliminating certain limits, including the requirement…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | 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 |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill provides statutory authority for the Urban Bird Treaty Program, which is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 14, 2026 | National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill provides statutory authority for the Invasive Species Strike Team program carried out by the National Wildlife Refuge System…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 1, 2026 | 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 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Passage · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 21, 2026 | 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 |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Crane is saying
All 9 statements and posts-
Rep. Crane’s Legislation for Gila County Veterans Retreat Heads to President’s Desk
Senate passed bill allowing Gila County to operate veterans center on federal land.
“One of the things I love so much about this project, is that you’re not coming here, Mr. Cline, and asking the federal government for any money. You’re actually trying to take something that’s a beautiful piece of land that’s not being used anymore and revitalize it into something amazing for some of our nation’s…”
Armed Forces and National SecurityAI-read
Mentions H.R. 837
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Rep. Crane Introduces Bill Honoring Slain Marine Veteran and Warning Travelers of Cartel Violence
Introduced bill requiring warning signage for dangerous border areas and cartel violence.
“Nicholas was a true American hero. His tragic passing demands action and lasting change. It is an honor to work closely with Nicholas’ family, Senator Kelly, and Rep. Crane on this much-needed package to honor Nicholas’ life and legacy. These legislative measures represent a long-overdue response, and I will fight…”
Border Security EquipmentAI-read
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Rep. Crane’s North Rim Restoration Act Unanimously Clears Senate Committee
Announced Senate committee unanimous approval of North Rim Restoration Act for Grand Canyon recovery.
Grand Canyon Flooding and Wildfires RecoveryDisaster ResponseAI-read
Mentions H.R. 5729
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Rep. Crane’s House-Passed Border Tunnel Bill Gains Momentum with Senate Companion
Announced Senate companion bill introduced for House-passed border tunnel oversight legislation.
Border Security EquipmentAI-read
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Rep. Crane Helps Secure Wins for Rural Arizona in House-Passed Water Resources Bill
Supported House passage of Water Resources Development Act authorizing 133 feasibility studies.
“The Water Resources Development Act of 2026 authorizes significant investment for rural Arizona through flood mitigation projects, upgraded wastewater treatment systems, and infrastructure. This legislation reinforces Arizona’s proactive approach to water management and successfully prioritizes often-overlooked…”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
Mentions H.R. 9497 · voted Yea Sep 16, 2026, roll 673
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TONIGHT – Join Rep. Eli Crane for a Live Telephone Town Hall From Washington, D.C.
Tonight, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) will hold a live telephone town hall from Washington, D.C., at 5:00 p.m.
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Crane voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 141 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Crane’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 20
- Action in committee 9
- Action beyond committee 5
- Passed chamber 2
- Became law 0
20 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 16 substantive, 3 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 23 sponsored billsSponsored 23 (House median 25) · cosponsored 238 (median 289), 127 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Public Lands and Natural Resources, Immigration, Congress.
- H.R. 10656 To install and maintain warning signage informing travelers of dangerous areas or routes near the southern border of the United States that have been identified in relevant Department of State Travel Advisories, and for other purposes.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6931 Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025Native Americans · Introduced Sep 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1242 Hire Veterans ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Sep 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4919 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 765 West Old Route 66 in Ash Fork, Arizona, as the "Fayrene Hume Post Office".Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8443 End H–1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026Immigration · Introduced Apr 22, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3625 To prohibit the allocation of funds to the National Endowment for Democracy.International Affairs · Introduced Jan 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6959 Nick Shirley Congressional Gold Medal ActCongress · Introduced Jan 7, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6942 Nick Shirley Congressional Gold Medal ActCongress · Introduced Jan 6, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 156 | 85% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 67% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 59 | 80% |
| Energy | 38 | 74% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 58% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 84% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 83% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 68% |
| Commerce | 27 | 59% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 35% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 21 | 62% |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% |
| Education | 14 | 64% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 36% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 11 | 55% |
| Health | 8 | 38% |
| Taxation | 8 | 88% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 38% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 71% |
| Law | 7 | 71% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 60% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 33% |
| Housing and Community Development | 3 | 33% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% |
How often Crane voted with Republicans on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RAndy BiggsAZ-599%agreement
- REric BurlisonMO-799%agreement
- RChip RoyTX-2198%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Crane most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Crane’s campaign raised $9.5M: $8.6M (91%) from individuals and $86K (1%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $2.8M.
Through Jul 1, 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 Crane
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 27.
- American Revival PAC Independent PAC
- Buckeye Victory Fund Member’s leadership PAC
See how much each organization gave Crane 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 inCrane’s own leadership PAC: Trident Political Action Committee. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Crane’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, AZ-2Republican2023–present
Seat
- State
- Arizona
- District
- 2
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 46
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3361
307 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Prescott
- Website
- crane.house.gov
- 100088851021670
- YouTube
- @rep.elicrane
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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