Who Is Running in Missouri Congressional District 6th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Samuel Graves
(Incumbent)Economy
HighSamuel Graves advocates for bipartisan solutions to create jobs and lower costs, including legislation to reduce financing costs and streamline permitting for infrastructure projects related to energy, transportation, and housing. He supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, embracing oil, gas, biofuels, and renewables, to foster job creation, strengthen the economy, and maintain affordable prices by reducing unnecessary government interference.
Immigration
HighSamuel Graves supports legislation focused on immigration enforcement and border security. He supported the Secure the Border Act of 2023, which aims to strengthen border security, end asylum system abuse, and complete the border wall. He also supported the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act of 2024, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and enabling removal of non-citizens from voter rolls.
Healthcare
MediumRepresentative Samuel Graves voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," in the House. This vote indicates his support for legislative efforts aimed at reducing healthcare costs for citizens.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Samuel Graves |
|---|---|
| Economy | Samuel Graves advocates for bipartisan solutions to create jobs and lower costs, including legislation to reduce financing costs and streamline permitting for infrastructure projects related to energy, transportation, and housing. He supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, embracing oil, gas, biofuels, and renewables, to foster job creation, strengthen the economy, and maintain affordable prices by reducing unnecessary government interference. High |
| Immigration | Samuel Graves supports legislation focused on immigration enforcement and border security. He supported the Secure the Border Act of 2023, which aims to strengthen border security, end asylum system abuse, and complete the border wall. He also supported the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act of 2024, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and enabling removal of non-citizens from voter rolls. High |
| Healthcare | Representative Samuel Graves voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," in the House. This vote indicates his support for legislative efforts aimed at reducing healthcare costs for citizens. Medium |
| Climate & Energy | Representative Samuel Graves has consistently received low scores from the League of Conservation Voters, including a 0% lifetime score. In 2024, he indicated he would have voted on a roll call that LCV would have scored as anti-environment, aligning with his historical voting record against environmental legislation. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Foreign Policy | Congressman Sam Graves supported the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which he stated is crucial to ensure the military remains a lethal and effective fighting force. The act, which passed the House, included a 3.8 percent pay raise, expanded military bonuses, increased family separation allowances, and authorized $1.5 billion for new barracks and family housing. He also supported the FY24 NDAA to provide our Armed Forces with the tools and resources needed to deter conflict. High |
| Education | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Gun Policy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
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