Who Is Running in Pennsylvania Congressional District 3rd in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
Dwight Evans
(Incumbent)Economy
HighCongressman Dwight Evans champions investments in public education, believing it strengthens the future workforce and communities. He voted "Yes" on a 2018 budget deal and an FY 2018 spending bill, stating his top priorities include supporting programs that reduce poverty, stimulate economic growth, and create good-paying jobs. Evans also voted against the 2026 Senate funding package due to concerns over accountability for the Department of Homeland Security and a lack of specific reforms. He supports equal pay legislation.
Immigration
HighCongressman Dwight Evans supports comprehensive immigration reform, advocating for a system that keeps families united and provides a path to citizenship. He voted against the 2026 Senate Funding Package for the Department of Homeland Security, citing a need for accountability and reforms within DHS after alleged abuses by ICE and CBP agents. He also opposes funding for ICE and CBP, believing resources should target violent offenders instead of law-abiding immigrants.
Healthcare
HighCongressman Dwight Evans advocates for affordable and accessible healthcare, supporting the defense, strengthening, and expansion of the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid. He voted to restore health-care tax credits in January 2026 to prevent cost spikes for millions of Americans' health insurance. He also voted for President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act to cap prescription costs for seniors, enable Medicare drug price negotiation, and lower insulin prices. In November 2025, he opposed a Republican government funding bill that failed to prevent health insurance premium increases for many Pennsylvanians.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Dwight Evans |
|---|---|
| Economy | Congressman Dwight Evans champions investments in public education, believing it strengthens the future workforce and communities. He voted "Yes" on a 2018 budget deal and an FY 2018 spending bill, stating his top priorities include supporting programs that reduce poverty, stimulate economic growth, and create good-paying jobs. Evans also voted against the 2026 Senate funding package due to concerns over accountability for the Department of Homeland Security and a lack of specific reforms. He supports equal pay legislation. High |
| Immigration | Congressman Dwight Evans supports comprehensive immigration reform, advocating for a system that keeps families united and provides a path to citizenship. He voted against the 2026 Senate Funding Package for the Department of Homeland Security, citing a need for accountability and reforms within DHS after alleged abuses by ICE and CBP agents. He also opposes funding for ICE and CBP, believing resources should target violent offenders instead of law-abiding immigrants. High |
| Healthcare | Congressman Dwight Evans advocates for affordable and accessible healthcare, supporting the defense, strengthening, and expansion of the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid. He voted to restore health-care tax credits in January 2026 to prevent cost spikes for millions of Americans' health insurance. He also voted for President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act to cap prescription costs for seniors, enable Medicare drug price negotiation, and lower insulin prices. In November 2025, he opposed a Republican government funding bill that failed to prevent health insurance premium increases for many Pennsylvanians. High |
| Climate & Energy | Dwight Evans voted for the Inflation Reduction Act, which he describes as the largest investment Congress has made in clean energy and fighting climate change. He also supported the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which provided funding for upgrading water systems, repairing roads and bridges, and expanding electric-vehicle charging infrastructure. He aims to protect and build on progress towards a cleaner, greener Philadelphia. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Dwight Evans voted in favor of the Women's Health Protection Act of 2021 (H.R. 3755), a bill that proposed prohibiting governmental restrictions on the provision of and access to abortion services. This vote demonstrates his support for policies that protect abortion access. Low |
| Foreign Policy | Dwight Evans supported the bipartisan war powers resolution in 2026, which aimed to limit presidential authority in military actions. He voted in favor of this resolution, aligning with his stance on the necessity of congressional oversight for decisions related to military engagements. This approach emphasizes legislative involvement in matters of war and peace. Low |
| Education | Dwight Evans supports high-quality education for all, believing it invests in the future workforce and communities. He introduced legislation to provide tax credits for upgrading facilities in historic Philadelphia schools and removing hazardous materials. He also secured $7.4 million in federal funding for eight community projects in his district, which he highlighted as a priority. High |
| Gun Policy | Congressman Dwight Evans voted for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in 2022, which closed the "boyfriend loophole" and enhanced background checks for young buyers. As a member of the Gun-Violence Prevention Task Force, he advocates for gun-violence prevention laws. He supports universal background checks and restoring the ban on assault weapons. He also re-introduced the Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act and co-leads the Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act. High |
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