Maria
Elvira Salazar

1. Economy & jobs Supports tax cuts, small business growth, and job creation +

2. Housing Supports increasing housing supply and reducing development barriers +

3. Health care Supports strengthening healthcare access and patient-centered policies +

4. Immigration Supports border security combined with a Dignity Program for undocumented immigrants +

5. Abortion & reproductive rights Voted against federal abortion-access protections +

6. Education Voted yes on the Parents Bill of Rights Act +

7. Climate & energy Supports climate resilience and adaptation legislation for South Florida +

8. Crime & public safety Supports pro-law-enforcement measures and anti-crime legislation +

9. Taxes & budget Opposes IRS expansion; supports lower taxes and reduced spending +

10. Guns Voted for universal background checks legislation in 2021 +

11. Democracy & elections Champions democracy and free elections in Latin America; opposes authoritarian regimes +

roll call votes

1,909

missed

10%

with their party’s majority

90%

Recent key votes

• Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs

  Retire through Ownership Act

  On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Did not vote
• Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy

  Water Resources Development Act

  On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Did not vote
• Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy

  Ratepayer Protection Act

  On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Did not vote
• Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy

  Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”

  On Passage · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Did not vote
• Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety

  PROOF Act

  On Passage · Passed

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  Did not vote
• Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety

  National Fraud Enforcement Division Act

  On Passage · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Did not vote
• Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy

  Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”

  On Passage · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Yes
• Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget

  Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act

  On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed

  Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
  Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

1. Oct 8
   endorsement

   Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado and Everglades Trust endorse Salazar

   Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado endorsed Salazar, citing her support for Venezuelan democracy. The Everglades Trust also endorsed her, citing her work on Everglades restoration. Both endorsements were reported by Florida Politics on October 8.

   ↳ María Corina Machado, Everglades Trust endorse María Elvira Salazar for re-election in CD 27 · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
2. Oct 7
   news

   Salazar releases third general-election ad highlighting federal funding gains for CD-27

   Salazar's campaign released an ad focused on federal funding secured for the district, including senior housing, a senior activity center, a community health center, pediatric mental-health services, and other projects.

   ↳ ‘I'm delivering': María Elvira Salazar highlights federal funding gains for CD 27 in new ad · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
3. Oct 7
   news

   DCCC adds Salazar's opponent Rodriguez to its Red to Blue program

   The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added Eliott Rodriguez to its Red to Blue program, which provides fundraising and organizational support to targeted candidates, signaling increased Democratic investment in the FL-27 race.

   ↳ María Corina Machado, Everglades Trust endorse María Elvira Salazar for re-election in CD 27 · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
4. Oct 1
   debate

   Rodriguez claims Salazar declined three debate offers; Salazar has not confirmed

   Newsweek reported that Rodriguez said his campaign offered Salazar three debates—two in English and one in Spanish—and that she was not interested. This is Rodriguez's account only; the report does not establish that any debate was agreed to or held.

   ↳ Maria Salazar’s Democratic Rival Won’t Let Her Create Distance From Trump · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
5. Sep 25
   news

   Cook Political Report moves FL-27 from 'Likely Republican' to 'Leans Republican'

   Cook Political Report shifted its rating of the FL-27 race, reflecting increased competitiveness after Salazar's public break with Trump on immigration.

   ↳ Rep. Salazar's immigration break with Trump reshapes FL-27 race a month before Election Day · Oct 4, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
6. Sep 18
   news

   Trump says he disagrees with Salazar's immigration criticism but still backs her

   Following Salazar's ad, Trump said he disagreed with her position on immigration enforcement but continued to back her candidacy, according to CNN.

   ↳ Republican Maria Elvira Salazar says Trump's immigration curbs ... · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
7. Sep 13
   poll

   Tulchin Research poll shows Salazar at 47%, Rodriguez at 46% in FL-27 (fielded Sep 8–13)

   A Tulchin Research poll released by House Majority PAC, fielded September 8–13 among 600 likely voters, showed Salazar leading Rodriguez 47%–46%. The Florida Press noted no independent public poll of the district had been released.

   ↳ Morning Digest, sponsored by Oath: Vulnerable Republican pleads with Trump to dial back hardline immigration policies · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
8. Aug 30
   poll

   Internal poll shows Salazar and Rodriguez tied 45–45 in FL-27 (fielded Aug 25–30)

   A Bendixen & Amandi International internal poll for Rodriguez, surveying 600 likely voters from August 25–30, found Salazar and Rodriguez tied at 45%–45%. After voters heard candidate descriptions, Rodriguez led 47%–40%. Reported by Florida Politics on September 14.

   ↳ ‘A pure toss-up': Eliott Rodriguez, María Elvira Salazar deadlocked in CD 27, internal poll finds · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
9. Aug 18
   filing

   Salazar wins Republican primary, secures party nomination for November general election

   Maria Elvira Salazar won the Republican primary on August 18, securing her party's nomination for the November 3 general election against Democrat Eliott Rodriguez.

   ↳ News – Page 140 – WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

• Animal Wellness Action organization
  Lists Salazar among candidates it endorsed for the 2026 federal elections; endorsement list was posted by October 8, 2026. animalwellnessaction.org · Oct 8, 2026
• Everglades Trust organization
  Endorsed Salazar in an announcement posted October 7, 2026, citing her work on Everglades restoration and conservation. floridapolitics.com · Oct 7, 2026
• María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader other
  Publicly endorsed Salazar in a video posted October 7, 2026, saying 'Today I want to recognize and express our support for María Elvira Salazar,' describing her as 'a steadfast and loyal ally of Venezuela's cause for freedom.' floridapolitics.com · Oct 7, 2026
• South Florida Council of Firefighters union
  Endorsed Salazar on September 9, 2026; the group represents firefighters in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. floridianpress.com · Sep 9, 2026
• Donald Trump, U.S. President official
  Endorsed Salazar for reelection in a Truth Social post: 'María Elvira Salazar has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election!' He later publicly criticized her after she challenged parts of his immigration enforcement approach; coverage described the relationship as a break or withdrawal of support. presidency.ucsb.edu · Aug 12, 2026
• National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) organization
  Endorsement announced by the campaign on August 10, 2026. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Aug 10, 2026
• Police Officers Defense Coalition union
  Endorsement announced by Salazar's campaign on July 27, 2026. floridianpress.com · Jul 27, 2026
• Rosie Cordero-Stutz, Miami-Dade County Sheriff official
  Endorsed Salazar in a social media post reported on July 27, 2026. floridianpress.com · Jul 27, 2026
• Florida State Fraternal Order of Police District 6 union
  Endorsement announced by Salazar's campaign on July 27, 2026. floridianpress.com · Jul 27, 2026
• Hispanic Police Officers Association union
  Endorsement announced by Salazar's campaign on July 27, 2026. floridianpress.com · Jul 27, 2026
• South Florida Police Benevolent Association union
  Endorsement announced by Salazar's campaign on July 27, 2026. floridianpress.com · Jul 27, 2026
• Tim Meerbott, Mayor of Cutler Bay official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Eric Díaz-Padrón, Mayor of West Miami official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Joe Rasco, Mayor of Key Biscayne official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Karyn Cunningham, Mayor of Palmetto Bay official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Joseph M. Corradino, Mayor of Pinecrest official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Vince Lago, Mayor of Coral Gables official
  One of six current mayors from Florida's 27th Congressional District who endorsed Salazar for reelection, announced by her campaign. mariaelvirasalazar.com · Jun 15, 2026
• Maggie's List organization
  PAC that supports conservative women candidates; endorsement appeared in its April 2026 newsletter. maggieslist.org · Apr 9, 2026

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Raised

$2.00M

Spent

$1.15M

Cash on hand

$2.26M

As of Jul 29, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H8FL27185(opens in a new tab)