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Oregon · 2026 United States general election · November 3

U.S. House · District 1

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Suzanne Bonamici Democratic · Incumbent Democratic U.S. Representative Suzanne Bonamici has served Oregon's 1st District since 2012 and is seeking reelection in 2026. Full profile → Barbara J Kahl Republican Republican veterinarian and Oregon native challenging incumbent Suzanne Bonamici in Oregon's 1st Congressional District in 2026 Full profile →

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IssueSuzanne Bonamici
Democratic
Barbara J Kahl
Republican
Economy & jobsSupports growing economy, raising minimum wage to $15 Supports cutting regulations/taxes and reviving key Oregon industries
HousingSupports expanding affordable housing supply Supports expanding housing supply and streamlining permitting
Health careSupports universal health care and Medicare for All Supports lowering healthcare costs and strengthening veteran care
ImmigrationSupports humane immigration reform and due-process rights Supports legal immigration with a probationary period; backs sanctuary cities
Abortion & reproductive rightsSupports abortion access and Women's Health Protection Act Opposes elective abortion; allows exceptions for life-threatening cases
EducationSupports public education and debt-free higher education Supports school choice, higher standards, and student-centered funding
Climate & energySupports confronting the climate crisis and clean energy transition Backs hydropower; views wind/solar as unreliable supplements
Crime & public safetyOpposed Laken Riley Act; critical of militarized immigration enforcement Supports funding and accountability for local law enforcement
Taxes & budgetOpposes presidential tariff authority; opposes tax cuts for the wealthy Opposes tax increases; favors cutting red tape and small-business taxes
GunsSupports gun violence prevention legislation no sourced position
Democracy & electionsSupports protecting democracy, voting rights, and oversight of the executive Has testified on election integrity; no specific position detailed
Foreign policy & defenseSupports limiting unauthorized military action against Iran; backs two-state solution Favors congressional consultation with military experts on Iran

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