Who Is Running in California Congressional District 37th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
(Incumbent)Economy
MediumRepresentative Sydney Kamlager-Dove aligned with working people's interests by voting against the Rosendale/Mace Amendment #53, which aimed to undermine wage protections and workplace safety. She also voted against the Perry Amendment #56, which would have made it more difficult for federal government unions to represent their members. Additionally, she supported H.R. 3935, the FAA Reauthorization Act, which focused on key safety improvements and workforce growth while prioritizing the well-being of aviation workers and air traffic controllers.
Immigration
HighSydney Kamlager-Dove voted "no" on the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill, citing concerns that tax dollars were being used to "terrorize communities" without oversight. She opposed former President Trump's immigration executive orders, calling them "inhumane and unrealistic" and highlighting immigrants' economic contributions. Additionally, she voted against the Secure the Border Act and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, and supports reshaping immigration policy to address global crises like conflict, food insecurity, and climate change.
Healthcare
HighSydney Kamlager-Dove voted against continuing resolutions that did not protect healthcare, stating her refusal to support funding bills failing to address healthcare needs. She celebrated the House passage of a three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. Additionally, she co-introduced the Ensuring OBGYN Care in Prisons Act, aiming to provide comprehensive reproductive healthcare for incarcerated women, grounded in the belief that healthcare is a human right.
Republican Candidate
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| Issue | Sydney Kamlager-Dove |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove aligned with working people's interests by voting against the Rosendale/Mace Amendment #53, which aimed to undermine wage protections and workplace safety. She also voted against the Perry Amendment #56, which would have made it more difficult for federal government unions to represent their members. Additionally, she supported H.R. 3935, the FAA Reauthorization Act, which focused on key safety improvements and workforce growth while prioritizing the well-being of aviation workers and air traffic controllers. Medium |
| Immigration | Sydney Kamlager-Dove voted "no" on the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill, citing concerns that tax dollars were being used to "terrorize communities" without oversight. She opposed former President Trump's immigration executive orders, calling them "inhumane and unrealistic" and highlighting immigrants' economic contributions. Additionally, she voted against the Secure the Border Act and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, and supports reshaping immigration policy to address global crises like conflict, food insecurity, and climate change. High |
| Healthcare | Sydney Kamlager-Dove voted against continuing resolutions that did not protect healthcare, stating her refusal to support funding bills failing to address healthcare needs. She celebrated the House passage of a three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. Additionally, she co-introduced the Ensuring OBGYN Care in Prisons Act, aiming to provide comprehensive reproductive healthcare for incarcerated women, grounded in the belief that healthcare is a human right. High |
| Climate & Energy | Sydney Kamlager-Dove supports environmental protection and climate change initiatives, consistently voting against efforts to weaken clean-air and climate rules. She advocated for a $500 million Environmental Protection Agency grant for Southern California's freight decarbonization. She also co-chairs the Slow Fashion Caucus to promote a circular economy, demonstrating a progressive stance on energy and climate issues. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Sydney Kamlager-Dove supports abortion rights and reproductive justice, advocating for affordable access to care that does not depend on financial privilege. She states a belief in protecting the equal stature of women and supports a woman's fundamental right to control reproductive decisions and access comprehensive health care. In 2020, she fought to stop insurers from charging for abortion services in California and secured Proposition 56 funding for reproductive health care. She is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All for the 2026 election. High |
| Foreign Policy | Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove advocates for strengthening export controls by increasing resources and ensuring stable regulations for the Bureau of Industry and Security. She expressed concerns about the previous administration's use of export controls as negotiating tools and its impact on multilateral cooperation. She has also criticized the Trump Administration's unilateral strikes in Iran and called for an investigation into an AI chip deal with the UAE. Her voting record includes a "No" vote on HRS1160, Foreign Aid Supplemental Spending. Medium |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. High |
| Gun Policy | Sydney Kamlager-Dove voted against H.R. 2189, a bill aimed at modernizing federal firearms laws, in February 2026. She is endorsed by Giffords, an organization focused on gun safety and advocating for strong gun laws. She supports stricter gun laws and opposed funding the Department of Homeland Security, citing concerns about agents operating without oversight. High |
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