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Who Is Running in Kansas Congressional District 3rd in 2026?

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Sharice Davids

(Incumbent)
D·Democrat

Economy

High

Sharice Davids voted Nay on the Main Street Parity Act (H.R. 5763) in 2026 and the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2023 (H.R. 6572) in 2024, and Yea on the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). She advocates for tax cuts for the middle class and small businesses, believing they are essential for the economy. Davids also supports modernizing infrastructure to create jobs and establish a foundation for future economic growth.

Immigration

High

Representative Sharice Davids has voted against measures such as the Secure the Border Act in 2023 and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act in 2024, which sought to expand deportations and tighten voter ID requirements respectively. She opposed a proposed 7,500-bed ICE detention facility in Kansas City, citing concerns about straining local resources and undermining public safety. Davids states her support for thoughtful immigration policies that provide clear pathways to citizenship and secure the border.

Healthcare

High

Sharice Davids voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, aiming to keep healthcare affordable for Kansans by reducing costs by an average of $700 annually for 160,000 residents. She also voted against partisan bills restricting reproductive healthcare. Davids supports Medicaid expansion, enabling Medicare to negotiate drug prices, and initiatives to reduce maternal mortality rates among African American mothers.

Republican Candidate

R · Republican

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IssueSharice Davids
Economy

Sharice Davids voted Nay on the Main Street Parity Act (H.R. 5763) in 2026 and the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2023 (H.R. 6572) in 2024, and Yea on the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R. 7148). She advocates for tax cuts for the middle class and small businesses, believing they are essential for the economy. Davids also supports modernizing infrastructure to create jobs and establish a foundation for future economic growth.

High
Immigration

Representative Sharice Davids has voted against measures such as the Secure the Border Act in 2023 and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act in 2024, which sought to expand deportations and tighten voter ID requirements respectively. She opposed a proposed 7,500-bed ICE detention facility in Kansas City, citing concerns about straining local resources and undermining public safety. Davids states her support for thoughtful immigration policies that provide clear pathways to citizenship and secure the border.

High
Healthcare

Sharice Davids voted to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, aiming to keep healthcare affordable for Kansans by reducing costs by an average of $700 annually for 160,000 residents. She also voted against partisan bills restricting reproductive healthcare. Davids supports Medicaid expansion, enabling Medicare to negotiate drug prices, and initiatives to reduce maternal mortality rates among African American mothers.

High
Climate & Energy

Sharice Davids believes climate change is real and requires immediate action, emphasizing environmental protection for the planet and economies. She supports capitalizing on Kansas' wind energy potential to foster job growth and skill development. Davids aims to back tax policies promoting renewable energy, invest in wind infrastructure, and oppose efforts to dismantle the Clean Water and Air Acts. The League of Conservation Voters gave her a 94% score in 2024 and a 96% lifetime score.

Medium
Abortion & Reproductive Rights

Sharice Davids voted against bills aiming to divert federal resources to anti-abortion facilities and limit reproductive health information for pregnant students, believing these measures jeopardize women's health. She co-introduced the Women's Health Protection Act to establish a federal right to abortion care. Davids also opposed an amendment to prohibit taxpayer funding for abortions and commented on ongoing efforts to undermine abortion medication access.

Medium
Foreign Policy

Representative Sharice Davids criticized U.S. military strikes on Iran in 2026, advocating for Congressional approval and expressing concern over "costly, endless wars without congressional authorization." She also stated support for the Iranian people's right to self-determination and emphasized servicemember safety. In 2024, she opposed the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act (H.R. 8035).

High
Education

Sharice Davids supports education initiatives, including strengthening public schools. She co-sponsored bipartisan legislation designating "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week," recognizing these institutions' importance to Indian Country's educational well-being. Davids also introduced the Afterschool ACCESS Act, a bipartisan bill to provide tax breaks for property owners donating space or transportation to afterschool programs, stating the need to "start thinking outside the box to solve these issues" regarding the childcare deficit.

High
Gun Policy

Sharice Davids voted to pass a bipartisan funding agreement in 2026 that did not include provisions to weaken gun safety regulations. This action reflects her support for maintaining current gun safety measures. She emphasized that working across the aisle is how Congress should operate, and that the agreement makes smart investments in communities.

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