U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 3rd District
Sarah Elfreth
Position · −0.37
- In office
- House 2025–now
1 year in CongressMore senior than 3% of the House - Breaks on
- Crime and Law Enforcement 13%
- Labor and Employment 11%
- Committees
- Armed Services
- Natural Resources
- Bills on
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Age
- 38
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- RBernard Flowers$13K
Bottom line
Where Elfreth has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Armed Services · 22nd in seniority on the minority side
- Natural Resources · 13th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 4294 MAWS Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Elfreth’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Elfreth breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Elfreth voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Crime and Law Enforcement 13% · 3 of 24 party 4%
- Labor and Employment 11% · 1 of 9 party 0%
- Education 8% · 1 of 12 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 4 issues where Elfreth has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Elfreth 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 |
| Sep 16, 2026 | 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 |
| 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 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 Motion to Recommit · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 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 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings ActOn Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill modifies the requirements for fiduciaries of employer-sponsored retirement plans.Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Elfreth is saying
All 13 statements and posts-
Maryland Delegation and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Meet to Discuss Baltimore City Priorities
Met with Baltimore Mayor to discuss affordable housing, transportation, public safety and healthcare priorities.
“Amid funding cuts and chaos from Washington, Mayor Scott has led the City of Baltimore with a steady hand and worked diligently to expand health care coverage, protect our immigrant neighbors, strengthen public safety, and so much more. I was grateful for the opportunity to discuss the investments we can make together…”
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Maryland Congressional Delegation Meets to Discuss Critical Priorities for the Port of Baltimore
Met with Maryland delegation to discuss Port of Baltimore infrastructure and economic priorities.
“The Port of Baltimore has been able to survive ups and downs of the economy for over 100 years. Now, the President’s economic strategy that prioritizes tariffs over jobs is adding additional hardship. The President’s ongoing, illegal war in Iran is driving up the cost to ship everything, which directly impacts our port…”
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Announced $8.6 million in federal funding to increase safety and security at 49 religious institutions across Maryland.
“Marylanders of all faiths deserve to both be safe and feel safe in their houses of worship. Since coming to Congress, I have continued to prioritize increased security funding for nonprofit and religious institutions – both in Washington in the budget and through our Interfaith Advisory Council – which is why it is so…”
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Announced $33.9 million in federal funding for Maryland airport infrastructure upgrades.
“Airports are not simply places where flights arrive and depart – they are engines of opportunity, connecting people to jobs, businesses to customers, communities to global markets, and regions to long-term economic growth.”
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Joined Maryland delegation statement opposing Trump's Chesapeake Bay restoration rollback.
Chesapeake Bay Restoration Executive Order RevocationEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Joined letter calling for investigation of ICE operation tactics in Frederick.
“As members of Maryland’s Congressional Delegation, we write to express our serious concerns with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) recent operation in Frederick, Maryland. The tactics used by ICE officers detailed by eyewitnesses and exposed in videos circulating online are alarming and necessitate more…”
Frederick ICE Operation TacticsImmigration EnforcementAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Elfreth voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 230 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Elfreth’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 16
- Action in committee 4
- Action beyond committee 1
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
16 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 15 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 17 sponsored billsSponsored 17 (House median 25) · cosponsored 358 (median 289), 125 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Armed Forces and National Security, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Science, Technology, Communications.
- H.R. 9188 Military Readiness Permitting Efficiency Act of 2026Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jun 8, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7788 Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership ActEstablishes federal partnership for Maryland Whole Watershed Program. AI-readEnvironmental Protection · Introduced Mar 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7494 Preventing Domestic Violence Homicides Through Lethality Assessment Training and Technical Assistance ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7251 Prohibit Partisan Park Passes ActProhibits national parks from offering passes or discounts based on political affiliation. AI-readPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Jan 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7061 Protecting American Energy Security Act of 2026Energy · Introduced Jan 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6631 Establishing Cyber Security Educational Programs at Academic Institutions ActScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Dec 11, 2025 In committee
- H.R. 6630 Expanding Mental Health Access for Cyber Command Personnel ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Dec 11, 2025 In committee
- H.R. 6629 Developing Master Plans for Military Service Academies Act of 2025Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Dec 11, 2025 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 29% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 34% |
| Energy | 38 | 32% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 52% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 53% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 57% |
| Commerce | 27 | 78% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 96% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Education | 16 | 31% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 75% |
| Taxation | 8 | 88% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| 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 Elfreth 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
- DJohnny Olszewski, Jr.MD-299%agreement
- DRichard E. NealMA-199%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Elfreth most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Elfreth’s campaign raised $1.1M: $693K (61%) from individuals and $442K (39%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $336K.
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 Elfreth
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 150.
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
- Leidos Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Elfreth 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 inElfreth’s own leadership PAC: Dont Give Up the Ship PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, MD-3Democrat2025–present
Seat
- State
- Maryland
- District
- 3
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 38
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4016
1213 Longworth House Office Building - District offices
- Columbia
- Website
- elfreth.house.gov
- RepSarahElfreth
- RepSarahElfreth
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