Who Is Running in California Congressional District 13th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Adam Gray
(Incumbent)Economy
HighAdam Gray voted with Republicans to end a government shutdown, aiming to reinstate federal workers and secure SNAP funding, viewing it as an opportunity for bipartisan solutions. As an Assemblymember, he prioritized policies that create good-paying jobs, incentivize investments, and promote business activity in the Valley. He also emphasized the importance of water supplies for paychecks, the full build-out of UC Merced, and K-12 education for job market readiness, and preserving agriculture.
Immigration
HighAdam Gray voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations bill, stating it undermines effective immigration enforcement and cuts funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. He advocates for bipartisan immigration reform, co-sponsoring the Dignity Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The Dignity Act provides legal status for some undocumented immigrants and invests in border security, while the Farm Workforce Modernization Act creates a path to legal status for agricultural workers.
Healthcare
HighAdam Gray supports extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, noting that their expiration would lead to a sudden and devastating increase in healthcare costs for millions of Americans. He introduced the Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025 to restore Medicaid funding and permanently extend these ACA credits, aiming to lower healthcare costs and protect coverage, especially in rural communities. He also led a bipartisan group of lawmakers to negotiate a comprehensive healthcare plan.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Adam Gray |
|---|---|
| Economy | Adam Gray voted with Republicans to end a government shutdown, aiming to reinstate federal workers and secure SNAP funding, viewing it as an opportunity for bipartisan solutions. As an Assemblymember, he prioritized policies that create good-paying jobs, incentivize investments, and promote business activity in the Valley. He also emphasized the importance of water supplies for paychecks, the full build-out of UC Merced, and K-12 education for job market readiness, and preserving agriculture. High |
| Immigration | Adam Gray voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations bill, stating it undermines effective immigration enforcement and cuts funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. He advocates for bipartisan immigration reform, co-sponsoring the Dignity Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The Dignity Act provides legal status for some undocumented immigrants and invests in border security, while the Farm Workforce Modernization Act creates a path to legal status for agricultural workers. High |
| Healthcare | Adam Gray supports extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, noting that their expiration would lead to a sudden and devastating increase in healthcare costs for millions of Americans. He introduced the Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025 to restore Medicaid funding and permanently extend these ACA credits, aiming to lower healthcare costs and protect coverage, especially in rural communities. He also led a bipartisan group of lawmakers to negotiate a comprehensive healthcare plan. High |
| Climate & Energy | Adam Gray criticized the 2026 Central Valley Project water allocations, advocating for increased water provisions for farmers given recent precipitation. He supported the Endangered Species Amendment Act of 2025, aimed at making conservation more effective by reducing regulatory obstacles. Gray also voted for the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act to streamline Clean Water Act reviews and supported the "Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act" while opposing the "Homeowner Energy Freedom Act." High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Adam Gray voted against bills in January 2026 that would restrict abortion access, including the 'Pregnant Students' Rights Act' and the 'Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act.' He states he helped pass a constitutional amendment protecting choice in California and believes the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision risked women's lives. Gray is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All. High |
| Foreign Policy | Representative Adam Gray voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations bill in 2025. He also supports the Made-in-America Defense Act. The appropriations bill, which passed the House, maintained flat funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement while reducing funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Medium |
| Education | Adam Gray supports education funding, having secured $1.366 million for community projects in the fiscal year 2026 agriculture funding package. He emphasizes that K-12 education requires resources to prepare students for college or the job market. Gray also champions agricultural education programs, such as Future Farmers of America, and recognizes public education as foundational to economic prosperity and infrastructure development. He announced the 2025 Congressional App Challenge winner, further supporting educational initiatives. High |
| Gun Policy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
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