Pete Sessions — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Texas, 2026

Pete Sessions prioritizes strict border security, including building a physical wall and enhancing technology, to address illegal immigration and combat human trafficking. He has expressed a commitment to reforming national immigration laws and finding a resolution for DACA. Furthermore, he supports bills like the Border Tunnel Task Force Act and the No IDs for Illegals Act, while also supporting legislation to prohibit a "remain in Texas" policy for asylum seekers. He advocates for a balanced approach regarding DHS funding and immigration enforcement tactics.

“Acknowledging the need for a compassionate solution to the complex issue of illegal immigration, which harms any nation, my priorities for border security enforcement and immigration are clear: We must build a physical wall on our southern border with enhanced technology and aggressively combat human and child sex trafficking. Separately, I am committed to reforming our national immigration laws and finding a resolution for the DACA issue. By addressing border security, combating exploitation, and tackling immigration reform and the DACA challenge distinctly, we can forge a path forward that is both secure and just.”

Pete Sessions advocates for patient-centered, market-based healthcare solutions aimed at lowering costs and increasing options. He voted for H.R. 6703, the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act," which aims to reduce healthcare premiums. Sessions also introduced H.R. 3129, the "Health Care Fairness for All Act," designed to ensure fairness and affordability through health insurance tax credits and reformed health savings accounts. He has also co-authored an an opinion piece on Affordable Care Act reform.

“In Congress, I will continue to advocate for policies that focus on patient-centered, market-based solutions that lower costs and increase options. (Pete Sessions, sessions.house.gov/healthcare)”

Congressman Pete Sessions secured $750,000 for Pflugerville's water infrastructure in the FY2026 Interior and Environment Appropriations Act to modernize the system, protect public health, and support economic development. He also voted 'Yes' on the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act.

Pete Sessions states that life begins at conception and that elective abortion is not a right. He maintains a 100% lifetime voting record with the National Right to Life, indicating consistent opposition to abortion access. He advocates for clear Texas abortion laws to ensure doctors can provide medically necessary, life-saving care for pregnancy complications without legal ambiguity for patients or medical professionals.

“I believe life begins at conception. Medical treatment for ectopic pregnancies or non-­ viable pregnancies should never be classified as abortion or de-layed, as it can endanger a woman’s life. Elective abor-tion is not a right. Protecting women is crucial and they should be kept safe with life-­ saving care in event of pregnancy complications. Texas abortion laws must re-quire simplification to ensure this care is provided with-out legal ambiguity for doctors and patients. Medi-cal ethics recognizes a woman’s fundamental right to life, which means her well-­ being is not secondary to the baby when faced with severe risks. (Pete Sessions, as quoted in League of Women Voters of Texas, Voters Guide 2026 Primary Election)”

Pete Sessions has consistently supported defense initiatives, as evidenced by his voting record. In 2026, he voted in favor of the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act and the Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act. Additionally, he opposed a resolution to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Venezuela, indicating support for ongoing military presence. He also received an endorsement from AIPAC.

Research pending more substantial sources.

Pete Sessions has an "A+" rating from the NRA-PVF. He has voted to protect veterans' Second Amendment rights, expand hunting and shooting access, and prevent gun confiscation during emergencies. He also voted to repeal an Obama-era scheme impacting Social Security recipients' firearm rights and supported legislation to protect the gun industry from predatory lawsuits. He opposes bans on semi-automatic firearms and universal background checks.