Herb Conaway — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in New Jersey, 2026

Herb Conaway opposed the 2026 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill, citing allegations of misconduct by ICE agents, including harm to citizens. He emphasized Congress's constitutional role in oversight and called for serious steps to reform ICE operations. Conaway also introduced amendments to the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act to codify housing and care standards for immigrants at DoD facilities and ensure congressional oversight of military resources used for immigration detention, advocating for humane treatment.

““DHS doesn’t need more funding—DHS doesn’t deserve more funding. I voted no because I will not give more money to a department that allows dangerous ICE agents to terrorize American citizens. I firmly believe that if DHS wants more funding, it must take serious and significant steps to rein in ICE agents and allow Congress to conduct the oversight that the Constitution grants us.” — Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., MD Statement on DHS Funding Bill, January 22, 2026”

Herb Conaway voted against cuts to Medicaid and Medicare in 2026. He supports the Affordable Care Act, having urged his House Republican colleagues to vote for a clean extension of ACA tax credits. His actions demonstrate a commitment to protecting and expanding access to healthcare benefits by opposing reductions in established programs and advocating for the continuation of supportive legislation.

“Every member, every Republican member of the Congress passed legislation which did the things I described. Cut a trill nearly a trillion dollars out of Medicaid. They voted to cut uh the um the tax credits for health care and their budgetary policies will lead the cuts to Medicare of 536 billion dollars. — Herb Conaway, on YouTube discussing Republican healthcare votes in 2026”

Herb Conaway has voted against legislation such as the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act. He emphasizes the environment as crucial for a prosperous future for children. On the state level, he supported establishing a "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" and offered income tax credits for zero-emission lawn equipment. Nationally, he intends to endorse policies that fund sustainable environmental practices and expand electric vehicle charging access.

“We need to make our world better today in order to secure a more prosperous tomorrow, not just for us but for our children. No other issue communicates that message better than the environment. (Herb Conaway, Ballotpedia / herbforcongress.com)”

Herb Conaway opposes abortion bans and advocates for codifying Roe v. Wade into national law, aiming to protect women's right to choose. He supports legislation like the Right to Contraception Act and previously co-sponsored New Jersey Assembly bill A3975, which protected reproductive healthcare information and access for out-of-state individuals. His stance is rooted in a commitment to women's health.

“As a doctor who has made women's health a priority throughout my 25 years in the state Assembly, I was appalled when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June of 2022. Now, the stakes have never been higher. With some Republicans in Congress vowing to pass a national abortion ban, it is imperative that we elect someone with a proven record of defending reproductive health. (Herb Conaway, Ballotpedia survey responses)”

Congressman Herb Conaway Jr. criticized the joint U.S.-Israeli military strikes in Iran, noting that information about the decision was lacking and these actions directly endangered American servicemembers and embassy personnel in the region. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, he participates in the annual drafting of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

““There is much we do not know about the decision to conduct strikes against Iran taken by the President this morning. These actions have directly endangered the lives of American servicemembers and embassy personnel throughout the region.” — Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., MD, Statement on the Joint Military Strikes in Iran, March 2, 2026.”

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