Who Is Running in Nevada Congressional District 4th in 2026?
Last updated: February 28, 2026
Steven Horsford
(Incumbent)Economy
HighSteven Horsford voted for the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which invests in affordable housing and infrastructure. He supported the Housing for the 21st Century Act to address housing affordability by increasing supply and modernizing federal programs. He also introduced the RELIEF Act to return tariff taxes to American families and the Tipped Income Protection and Improvement Act to strengthen protections for tipped workers. His efforts aim to lower costs and strengthen economic security for working families.
Immigration
HighCongressman Steven Horsford voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, and a Senate government funding package, citing concerns about mass deportation policies and a lack of accountability and oversight for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He sought to expand congressional oversight authorities and advocated for safeguards, including requiring judicial warrants for arrests and mandating body-worn cameras for agents. Horsford also called for the removal of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Healthcare
HighSteven Horsford voted against H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, in 2026, indicating support for broader healthcare access. He believes healthcare is a right and not a privilege, working to improve the Affordable Care Act and make prescription medications more affordable. He also co-sponsored H.R. 879, the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act, and H.R. 3514.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Steven Horsford |
|---|---|
| Economy | Steven Horsford voted for the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, which invests in affordable housing and infrastructure. He supported the Housing for the 21st Century Act to address housing affordability by increasing supply and modernizing federal programs. He also introduced the RELIEF Act to return tariff taxes to American families and the Tipped Income Protection and Improvement Act to strengthen protections for tipped workers. His efforts aim to lower costs and strengthen economic security for working families. High |
| Immigration | Congressman Steven Horsford voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, and a Senate government funding package, citing concerns about mass deportation policies and a lack of accountability and oversight for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He sought to expand congressional oversight authorities and advocated for safeguards, including requiring judicial warrants for arrests and mandating body-worn cameras for agents. Horsford also called for the removal of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. High |
| Healthcare | Steven Horsford voted against H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, in 2026, indicating support for broader healthcare access. He believes healthcare is a right and not a privilege, working to improve the Affordable Care Act and make prescription medications more affordable. He also co-sponsored H.R. 879, the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act, and H.R. 3514. High |
| Climate & Energy | Steven Horsford has voted against bills such as the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (H.R.4758) and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act (H.R.4626). He advocates for clean energy, conservation, and addressing the climate crisis, emphasizing the protection of air, water, land, and wildlife. As Nevada Senate Majority Leader, he supported increasing the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard and the Clean Energy Jobs Initiative to expand the clean energy economy. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Steven Horsford supports a woman's right to choose, emphasizing that women should make their own healthcare decisions with their doctors. He opposes efforts to defund Planned Parenthood, citing that the organization provides essential healthcare services including birth control and family planning. Horsford describes himself as pro-choice and has consistently fought to protect reproductive freedom, a position he frames as fundamental to individual liberty. High |
| Foreign Policy | Steven Horsford voted against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act in 2026, citing concerns over the unchecked power of ICE and mass deportation policies. He supported the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, securing wins for military families, but opposed Republican provisions that he stated weaken readiness. He also voiced concern about the use of military force in Syria without a multinational coalition, favoring diplomatic solutions to secure chemical weapons. High |
| Education | Steven Horsford advocates for adequately funding schools from Pre-K through high school and college to ensure equitable education for all students. As Nevada Senate Majority Leader, he worked to prevent drastic budget cuts to classrooms. He has also voted in favor of bipartisan funding for departments including Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, and seeks to prevent federal funding cuts to critical programs. High |
| Gun Policy | Steven Horsford advocates for gun safety legislation, supporting universal background checks and measures to close loopholes that allow individuals with domestic abuse records to acquire firearms. He introduced the Break the Cycle of Violence Act, which proposes $6.5 billion for community-based violence intervention programs and new offices within the Department of Health and Human Services. Horsford also received an endorsement from Brady PAC for the 2026 election cycle. Medium |
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