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Alabama · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 6

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Gary Palmer Republican · Incumbent Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (AL-6) has represented the Birmingham-area district since 2015. Full profile → Maurice Mercer Democratic Democratic nominee challenging Rep. Gary Palmer in Alabama's 6th Congressional District (2026) Full profile →

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IssueGary Palmer
Republican
Maurice Mercer
Democratic
Economy & jobsSupports free markets, deregulation, and domestic energy expansion Voted 85 yes · 5 no · 4 missedSupports lowering costs, small businesses, labor rights, and infrastructure
Housingno sourced position Voted 5 yes Identifies housing costs as a concern but proposes no specific policy
Health careSupports repealing the ACA with free-market, patient-centered alternatives Voted 32 yes · 1 missedSupports expanding affordable, universal health care access
ImmigrationOpposes amnesty; supports border security and existing law enforcement Voted 24 yes · 1 no Supports secure borders and a pathway to citizenship for long-term residents
Abortion & reproductive rightsStrongly opposes abortion; celebrates Dobbs ruling and supports pro-life legislation Voted 4 yes Supports reproductive choice while also emphasizing support for life and family
Educationno sourced position Voted 29 yes · 1 missedSupports public schools, career-technical education, and workforce development
Climate & energyOpposes EPA overreach; supports domestic energy production Voted 106 yes · 9 no no sourced position
Crime & public safetyno sourced position Voted 78 yes Supports law enforcement resources and accountability/transparency
Taxes & budgetSupports Republican tax cuts; advocates fiscal accountability Voted 54 yes · 7 no Wants to lower costs and help working families keep more earnings
GunsStrong Second Amendment supporter; opposes gun restrictions Voted 8 yes no sourced position
Democracy & electionsSupports SAVE Act requiring proof of citizenship to vote Voted 16 yes Supports independent redistricting commission for fair maps
Foreign policy & defenseSupports U.S. military action against Iran; opposes War Powers limits Voted 101 yes · 8 no · 2 missedWants to end U.S. involvement in the Iran war

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