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Pramila
Jayapal

Pramila Jayapal is the Democratic U.S. Representative for Washington's 7th Congressional District, serving since 2017.

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Background

Pramila Jayapal is the U.S. Representative for Washington's 7th Congressional District, having served since January 3, 2017. She is currently serving her fifth term in Congress. 12/)

Before entering Congress, Jayapal served in the Washington State Senate from 2015 to 2016. Prior to elected office, she spent approximately a decade working in global health and development at PATH (Program for Appropriate Technology in Health), and then 12 years as founder and executive director of OneAmerica, a Washington-based immigrant-advocacy organization. She also worked as a financial analyst. 12/)

Jayapal earned a B.A. from Georgetown University in 1986 and an M.B.A. from Northwestern University in 1990. She is based in Seattle, Washington. 2/)5

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 7, Washington
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Washington's 7th Congressional District
Website
pramilaforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 16
    news
    Washington ballots scheduled to be mailed ahead of November 3 general election

    A Washington election preview reported that ballots would be mailed around October 16, ahead of the November 3 general election in which Jayapal faces Republican Nirav Sheth.

    Here's everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 3 ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Sep 26
    news
    Jayapal issues statement criticizing Trump administration's pocket rescissions

    As Ranking Member, Jayapal criticized the Trump administration's use of pocket rescissions, asserting that Congress must 'reclaim our constitutional authorities.'

    Ranking Member Jayapal Statement on Trump's Pocket ... · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 26
    news
    Jayapal, Ramirez, and García call for respect for Brazil's electoral process

    Jayapal joined Representatives Ramirez and García in issuing a press release calling for respect for Brazil's electoral process.

    Press Release: Ramirez, Jayapal, and García Call for ... · Sep 26, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 17
    news
    Jayapal hosts hearing on Big Tech and surveillance AI, announces forthcoming AI charter bill

    At a House hearing on AI and surveillance, Jayapal announced she would 'soon be releasing a bill' to establish a national federal charter for AI companies, with operating approval conditioned on structural reforms. The bill had not yet been formally introduced.

    Jayapal Hosts Hearing on Big Tech and Surveillance AI - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 16
    news
    Jayapal criticizes Ratepayer Protection Act as lacking enforcement teeth after voting for it

    After voting for the Ratepayer Protection Act, Jayapal issued a statement saying it made 'slight headway' but had 'no teeth,' arguing it did not require states to adopt standards or adequately address concerns about AI and data centers.

    Jayapal Statement on Vote for Ratepayer Protection Act · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 15
    news
    Jayapal introduces CRA resolution to disapprove rule on international students and journalists

    Jayapal joined other lawmakers in introducing a Congressional Review Act resolution to disapprove a federal rule changing how international students, exchange visitors, and foreign journalists maintain immigration status, saying 'We should be welcoming students, not wrapping the processes to obtain visas in layers of red tape.'

    JAYAPAL, RASKIN, FLETCHER, LICCARDO, DURBIN ... · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 15
    news
    Jayapal joins colleagues criticizing DHS social media post on Sikh identity

    Jayapal joined Krishnamoorthi, Thanedar, Subramanyam, and Bera in criticizing a DHS social media post on Sikh identity.

    Press Release: Krishnamoorthi, Thanedar, Subramanyam, Jayapal, Bera Criticize DHS Social Media Post on Sikh Identity | Stock News · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Aug 21
    filing
    Washington Secretary of State certifies 7th District primary results

    The Washington State Secretary of State certified the primary election results, officially confirming Jayapal and Sheth as the two general election candidates.

    Primary election outcomes and shaping the future of policy ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Aug 4
    news
    Jayapal and Sheth advance in Washington's 7th District top-two primary

    In Washington's top-two primary, incumbent Democrat Pramila Jayapal advanced with approximately 182,844 votes (84.36%) and Republican Nirav Sheth advanced with approximately 21,282 votes (9.82%), setting up the November general election matchup.

    Here's everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 3 ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • King County Democrats organization
    Listed Jayapal for U.S. Representative, District 7, in its 2026 endorsements. No specific endorsement date given. kcdems.org
  • 32nd District Democrats organization
    Listed Jayapal among its 2026 endorsed candidates; endorsement information current as of October 7, 2026. No individual endorsement date given. 32democrats.org
  • OneAmerica Votes organization
    Listed Jayapal as a 2026 endorsed candidate; looks forward to continuing to work with her on immigrant and refugee issues. No specific endorsement date given. oavotes.org
  • End Citizens United organization
    Appears on iVoterGuide's list of Jayapal's 2026 endorsements. No individual endorsement date given. ivoterguide.com
  • Bernie Sanders official
    Listed as an endorser on Jayapal's 2026 candidate profile. No endorsement date given. ivoterguide.com
  • 46th District Democrats organization
    Listed Jayapal for the 7th Congressional District among candidates endorsed at its May 18 primary and September 15 general-election endorsement meetings. The page does not identify which meeting produced Jayapal's endorsement. 46dems.org
  • Alliance for Gun Responsibility organization
    Appears on iVoterGuide's list of Jayapal's 2026 endorsements. No individual endorsement date given. ivoterguide.com
  • MoveOn organization
    MoveOn announced its endorsement of Jayapal for reelection in Washington's 7th Congressional District. Page published September 21, 2026. front.moveon.org · Sep 21, 2026
  • Seattle Gay News (SGN) Editorial Board newspaper
    Endorsed Jayapal for Washington's 7th Congressional District. Endorsement dated July 28, 2026. sgn.org · Jul 28, 2026
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    Endorsed Jayapal and seven other Washington incumbents for reelection on July 27, 2026. afge.org · Jul 27, 2026
  • OPEIU Local 8 union
    Listed Jayapal among its 2026 primary endorsements; also noted she was endorsed by their International Union. Page published July 24, 2026; no separate date for either endorsement given. opeiu8.org · Jul 24, 2026
  • UAW Local 4121 union
    Included Jayapal in its 2026 primary endorsements, published July 17, 2026. uaw4121.org · Jul 17, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$2.50M
Spent
$2.75M
Cash on hand
$1.77M

As of Jul 15, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6WA07458(opens in a new tab)

Sources 30

  1. [1] 2026 Forum & Endorsements - 32nd District Democrats(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
  2. [2] Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] 2026 Endorsements - 46Dems.org(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Primary election outcomes and shaping the future of policy ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  5. [5] Here's everything you need to know ahead of Nov. 3 ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  6. [6] Press Release: Ramirez, Jayapal, and García Call for ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
  7. [7] Ranking Member Jayapal Statement on Trump's Pocket ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 26, 2026
  8. [8] 2026 Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
  9. [9] Pramila Jayapal : MoveOn: People-Powered Progress(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  10. [10] Jayapal Hosts Hearing on Big Tech and Surveillance AI - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  11. [11] Jayapal Statement on Vote for Ratepayer Protection Act(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  12. [12] JAYAPAL, RASKIN, FLETCHER, LICCARDO, DURBIN ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  13. [13] Press Release: Krishnamoorthi, Thanedar, Subramanyam, Jayapal, Bera Criticize DHS Social Media Post on Sikh Identity | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  14. [14] Jayapal, Markey Introduce Green New Deal for Public Schools to Invest in Students, Schools, and a Livable Future - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
  15. [15] SGN :: Seattle Gay/Lesbian/LGBTQ News(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
  16. [16] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 8 Washington Incumbents for Reelection to Congress(opens in a new tab) Jul 27, 2026
  17. [17] 2026 Primary Election Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Jul 24, 2026
  18. [18] 2026 Primary Endorsements – Ballots are out!(opens in a new tab) Jul 17, 2026
  19. [19] Jayapal, Casar, Horsford Introduce Bill To Increase Overtime ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 9, 2026
  20. [20] 2026 Endorsements - OneAmerica Votes(opens in a new tab) May 27, 2026
  21. [21] Jayapal, Warren, Boyle, 45+ Lawmakers Renew Push for Wealth ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 26, 2026
  22. [22] Jayapal Statement on Iran War Powers Resolution Vote(opens in a new tab) Mar 5, 2026
  23. [23] Reproductive Rights are Human Rights - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Jan 26, 2026
  24. [24] Quigley, Jayapal, McBride, Foushee Lead Legislation to EndTrump Use of Police for Immigration Enforcement - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Dec 18, 2025
  25. [25] Jayapal, Smith Introduce Legislation to End Inhumane ...(opens in a new tab) Dec 3, 2025
  26. [26] Jayapal, Meng Introduce Housing is a Human Right Act(opens in a new tab) Jul 16, 2025
  27. [27] Jayapal, Sanders, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Make Public ...(opens in a new tab) May 21, 2025
  28. [28] Jayapal, Sanders, Dingell, Hundreds of Health Care Workers ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 29, 2025
  29. [29] Jayapal Statement on House Judiciary Advancing Assault Weapons ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 20, 2022
  30. [30] H.R. 1, the For The People Act, Passes In House With Significant Amendments By Jayapal - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal(opens in a new tab) Mar 8, 2019
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