Who Is Running in Florida Congressional District 27th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Maria Salazar
(Incumbent)Economy
HighMaria Salazar supports tax cuts, including the Republican Tax Cut law, and fewer regulations to foster economic growth and job creation, seeking to make tax cuts permanent for individuals and corporations. She advocates for attracting investments to South Florida, boosting key industries like tourism, business, and trade, and supports small businesses. She has also voted against bills such as the CHIPS & Science Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Immigration
HighRepresentative Maria Salazar champions the DIGNITY Act (H.R. 4393), which she co-introduced, to reform the immigration system. The act proposes a path to legal status, not citizenship, for qualifying undocumented immigrants who work and pay taxes, aiming to stabilize the economy and support the workforce. She emphasizes its role in keeping American families united and ensuring effective, values-consistent enforcement. The DIGNITY Act has garnered over 35 bipartisan cosponsors and more than 60 organizational endorsements.
Healthcare
HighMaria Salazar voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, stating that many families in her district depend on this assistance to afford care and that the issue is human, not partisan. She also co-sponsored H.R. 5145, the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act, to extend these subsidies. Furthermore, she signed a bipartisan letter urging Senate leaders to include both House parties in healthcare reform negotiations to ensure patient access and affordability.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Maria Salazar |
|---|---|
| Economy | Maria Salazar supports tax cuts, including the Republican Tax Cut law, and fewer regulations to foster economic growth and job creation, seeking to make tax cuts permanent for individuals and corporations. She advocates for attracting investments to South Florida, boosting key industries like tourism, business, and trade, and supports small businesses. She has also voted against bills such as the CHIPS & Science Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. High |
| Immigration | Representative Maria Salazar champions the DIGNITY Act (H.R. 4393), which she co-introduced, to reform the immigration system. The act proposes a path to legal status, not citizenship, for qualifying undocumented immigrants who work and pay taxes, aiming to stabilize the economy and support the workforce. She emphasizes its role in keeping American families united and ensuring effective, values-consistent enforcement. The DIGNITY Act has garnered over 35 bipartisan cosponsors and more than 60 organizational endorsements. High |
| Healthcare | Maria Salazar voted to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, stating that many families in her district depend on this assistance to afford care and that the issue is human, not partisan. She also co-sponsored H.R. 5145, the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act, to extend these subsidies. Furthermore, she signed a bipartisan letter urging Senate leaders to include both House parties in healthcare reform negotiations to ensure patient access and affordability. High |
| Climate & Energy | Maria Salazar generally exhibits a voting record that aligns with reducing environmental regulations and funding, as reflected by her low scores from the League of Conservation Voters (0% in 2025, 9% in 2024, 19% in 2021). She voted to limit environmental review for pipelines and to defund the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in 2025. She is also a member of the Climate Solutions Caucus and a co-founder of the Flood Resilience Caucus. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Maria Salazar opposes taxpayer funding for abortion. She has voted to restrict access to the abortion medication mifepristone and to eliminate resources for active-duty service members seeking reproductive care. Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America has given her an A+ grade. Medium |
| Foreign Policy | Maria Salazar has advocated for strong action against foreign adversaries, including calling for the indictment of Raúl Castro for the 1996 downing of Brothers to the Rescue aircraft and urging the revocation of licenses for U.S. companies operating with the Cuban dictatorship. She also supports U.S. economic leadership in the Western Hemisphere, as evidenced by her IDB Capital Increase Act. Salazar views U.S. actions against the Iranian regime as necessary to protect national security. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. High |
| Gun Policy | Maria Salazar supports the Second Amendment but also advocates for specific gun safety measures, including universal background checks, closing loopholes, and improving school resource officer training. She voted in favor of federal gun safety legislation that included raising the AR-15 purchase age to 21, as well as multiple Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Acts. Her position is reflected in mixed ratings from gun rights groups, with a 17% rating from the NRA and a 23% rating from Gun Owners of America for candidate positions. Medium |
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