Seth Magaziner — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in Rhode Island, 2026

Representative Seth Magaziner opposes the Secure the Border Act and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. He co-led the DHS Use of Force Oversight Act to require a Department of Homeland Security policy on use of force and de-escalation by agents, stating it would ensure ICE and other DHS agencies keep people safe by implementing standard law enforcement procedures. Magaziner also conducts oversight visits to ICE detention facilities, focusing on detainees' access to legal counsel, due process, medical services, and nutrition.

““The chaos and cruelty we are seeing from Secretary Kristi Noem’s Department of Homeland Security is a direct result of policies coming from the very top,” said Magaziner. “The DHS Use of Force Oversight Act requires that ICE and other DHS agencies to keep people safe by implementing the same standards as virtually every other law enforcement agency in the country.” (Magaziner, Ramirez.house.gov, January 15, 2026)”

Seth Magaziner voted against H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act." He advocates for extending Affordable Care Act funding and tax credits to address rising healthcare costs for Americans, including over 40,000 Rhode Islanders. Magaziner emphasizes the importance of bipartisan solutions to the healthcare crisis and notes that enhanced tax credits from the COVID era have been successful in expanding insurance coverage.

““I am hearing every day from Rhode Islanders whose health care costs are skyrocketing,” said Magaziner. “These rising costs not only hurt working people, they strain community health centers that are already stretched thin. It’s time for Republicans in Congress to stop playing games and extend Affordable Care Act funding before more people are priced out of coverage.””

Seth Magaziner demonstrates strong support for environmental policies, achieving a 100% lifetime and 2024 score from the League of Conservation Voters. He opposed H.J. Res. 30, which aimed to block the Biden Administration's ESG rule for retirement accounts, indicating support for integrating environmental, social, and governance factors into investments. Magaziner emphasized the importance of sustainable investing delivering strong results for clients and beneficiaries. He also supported the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill.

““The most important thing that ESG [environmental, social, and governance] and impact investors can do is continue to deliver strong results for your clients and beneficiaries, so that we can show that this works. It is very important that we have the data to show ESG investing can match or exceed the performance of others,” expressed Congressman Magaziner. (USSIF, 22 January 2025)”

Seth Magaziner voted against a Pentagon funding bill because it contained anti-abortion provisions, which his campaign stated he could not support. He advocates for reproductive rights and has opposed legislation that restricts abortion access. His position is aligned with pro-choice advocacy.

Representative Seth Magaziner expresses skepticism regarding military action abroad, advocating for caution and emphasizing the requirement for immediate threats before deploying U.S. troops. He stated that the American people do not desire to be drawn into wars or occupy other countries for economic reasons. Magaziner highlighted the importance of protecting American interests and criticized past administrations for deploying troops without sufficient justification or Congressional backing.

“"The American people do not want to be dragged into another war, and do not want to occupy another country just to make oil executives richer." - Seth Magaziner, Statement on U.S. Military Action in Venezuela, January 3, 2026.”

Representative Seth Magaziner opposes proposed Republican cuts to education, including Head Start and school funding, citing the need to invest in education for future generations. He also criticized the Trump administration's withholding of federal education funding, later welcoming its restoration for Rhode Island K-12 schools. Magaziner voted "Yea" on the CLASS Act, which mandates schools disclose foreign funds over $10,000, a bill that drew concerns about its broad language.

““Ensuring students have access to early childhood education and outstanding schools is critical to their success, but House Republicans’ proposed education cuts would rob future generations of this opportunity,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “At a time where Rhode Island – and our nation – is facing a teacher shortage, Head Start classroom closures, and learning loss from the pandemic, these are the exact wrong priorities. We must invest in education, not slash funding for it. I am committed to fighting back against these extreme Republican cuts in Congress so that we set every child up for success.””

Seth Magaziner has been endorsed by Giffords, an organization dedicated to reducing gun violence. He introduced the Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act, aimed at curbing illegal firearm sales by targeting negligent dealers and strengthening oversight. Magaziner stated this bill seeks to give law enforcement tools to hold "bad actors" accountable and help stop the flow of illegal firearms in communities.

““The impact of gun violence is felt here in Rhode Island, and we know that the vast majority of guns recovered at crime scenes can be traced back to just a handful of dealers,” said Seth Magaziner. “The Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act will crack down on these bad actors, give law enforcement the tools to hold them accountable, and help stop the flow of illegal firearms used in incidents of violence.””