U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 6th District
Lucy McBath
Position · −0.37
- In office
- House 2019–now
7 years in CongressMore senior than 46% of the House - Breaks on
- Finance and Financial Sector 23%
- Government Operations and Politics 19%
- Committees
- Education and Workforce
- Judiciary
- Bills on
- Education
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Labor and Employment
- Age
- 66
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
- Breaks with Democrats most on Finance and Financial Sector: voted against them on 23% of party-line votes (3 of 13), against 8% for most Democrats.
- Ranking member of the Crime and Federal Government Surveillance subcommittee (the Judiciary).
- Sponsored 18 bills this Congress; none has passed the House yet.
Where McBath has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Crime and Federal Government Surveillance (Judiciary)
- Education and Workforce · 9th in seniority on the minority side
- Judiciary · 11th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
None of McBath’s bills has left committee this Congress.
Talks most about
Stories in McBath’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where McBath breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where McBath voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Finance and Financial Sector 23% · 3 of 13 party 8%
- Government Operations and Politics 19% · 3 of 16 party 6%
- Immigration 13% · 2 of 15 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 9 issues where McBath has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where McBath broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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… | Nay |
| Sep 16, 2026 | PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act | Nay |
| Jul 15, 2026 | 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 |
| 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 |
| May 14, 2026 | 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 |
| May 13, 2026 | 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 |
| May 13, 2026 | Providing that section 11 of House Resolution 1224 shall have no force or effect.On Ordering the Previous Question · This resolution eliminates a requirement to include the text of H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, as… | Not voting |
| 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 |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What McBath is saying
All 10 statements and posts-
McBath, Merkley, Brown Champion Legislation to Improve Educational Outcomes and Experiences
Introduced bill to increase federal funding for schools to reduce class sizes.
“Smaller class sizes help personalize education in ways that can fuel a child’s love of learning. When teachers have more opportunities for one-on-one time with their students, they can provide tailored instruction, individualized feedback, and the support each child needs to thrive.”
Teacher RecruitmentAI-read
Mentions H.R. 10631
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Led bipartisan resolution recognizing National Hazing Awareness Week.
“I have been honored to work with families and advocates to pass legislation to end campus hazing. I know what it’s like to lose a loved one, and no parent should ever have to bury their child.”
National Hazing Awareness Week RecognitionEducationAI-read
Mentions H.R. 5646
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Introduced bipartisan resolution designating September 13-19, 2026 as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.
“Education is the key to opportunity. Our goal is to give all Americans, no matter their age, the chance to create the best possible lives for themselves.”
EducationAI-read
Mentions H.Res. 1550
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Introduced bipartisan resolution honoring Connie Clery, campus safety advocate.
“I’m proud to lead this resolution in Connie Clery’s name alongside my colleagues. After the horrific assault and murder of their daughter Jeanne, Connie and Howard turned their grief into action and passed the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 into law, which was renamed the ‘Jeanne Clery Campus Safety…”
Campus Sexual Assault Prevention and Survivor SupportAI-read
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McBath Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market
Introduced bipartisan bill to increase transparency in prescription drug pricing.
“Families in Georgia and across this country are struggling with the high cost of prescription drugs. Convoluted PBM bidding practices have continued far too long without the safeguards in place to protect patients.”
Prescription Drug PricingAI-read
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Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report on the Department of Defense’s (DOD) use of Intergovernmental Support Agreements (IGSAs) to obtain services from state and local governments and the impact on the…
“After hearing from workers in Georgia, I partnered with Ranking Member Scott to examine the increasing number of Intergovernmental Support Agreements on military bases across the country. 3 out of the 5 of the jobs examined in the report paid workers less than they would have under the Service Contract Act. The…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill McBath voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 391 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far McBath’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 18
- Action in committee 0
- Action beyond committee 0
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
18 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 18 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 23 sponsored billsSponsored 23 (House median 25) · cosponsored 331 (median 289), 143 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Education, Crime and Law Enforcement, Labor and Employment.
- H.R. 10631 Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act of 2026Introduced Sep 28, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2789 Adult Education WORKS ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1580 Supporting the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Hazing Awareness Week".Education · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1550 Expressing support for designation of the week of September 13 through 19, 2026, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".Education · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1551 Honoring the life and legacy of the late Constance Benjamin Clery.Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10281 FEMA for Safe Recovery ActEmergency Management · Introduced Sep 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10031 READ ActEducation · Introduced Aug 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9754 Health Claim Denial Transparency ActHealth · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 155 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 29% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 36% |
| Energy | 35 | 34% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 45% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 57% |
| Commerce | 27 | 74% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 27 | 63% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 72% |
| Environmental Protection | 24 | 46% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| International Affairs | 24 | 92% |
| Immigration | 17 | 47% |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 46% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Education | 11 | 36% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 82% |
| Taxation | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 7 | 86% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Health | 4 | 100% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often McBath 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
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL98%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL98%agreement
- DPete AguilarCA-3398%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members McBath most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle McBath’s campaign raised $897K: $533K (59%) from individuals and $343K (38%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $676K.
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 McBath
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 136.
- Cox Enterprises Corporate PAC
- National Association of Realtors Membership group PAC
- National Education Association Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave McBath 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 inMcBath’s own leadership PAC: Mother on a Mission (MOM PAC). A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare McBath’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, GA-6Democrat2025–present
- U.S. House, GA-7Democrat2023–2025
- U.S. House, GA-6Democrat2019–2023
Seat
- State
- Georgia
- District
- 6
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 66
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4501
2246 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Atlanta
- Website
- mcbath.house.gov
- RepLucyMcBath
- replucymcbath
Elsewhere
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