Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Dwight Evans supports the Equality Act, federal legislation that would extend to LGBTQ people the same basic nondiscrimination protections federal law provides for other protected characteristics. He is a cosponsor of the bill and has said he will continue working toward equality as a member of Congress.
Context: The passage does not identify a specific future action he will take on the bill.
Evans supports ensuring that everyone in his community can access fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables. He describes this as difficult to achieve and says it could benefit schools, the economy, and neighborhoods.
Context: The source does not specify how access would be increased.
Evans supports access to high-quality education from childhood through adulthood and says investment in students also invests in the future workforce and communities. He does not identify a particular program or funding mechanism here.
Context: No particular education program or funding mechanism is specified.
Evans supports comprehensive immigration reform that keeps families united and provides a path to citizenship. He does not specify the provisions or process for achieving those goals here.
Context: The source does not specify the proposed reform’s provisions or process.
Evans views housing as an essential human right and supports access to housing that is safe, accessible, and affordable. He also says building housing and maintaining existing housing in good condition are important to livable communities.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Evans supports defending, strengthening, and expanding the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid. He frames these programs as part of ensuring everyone has access to affordable and accessible health care.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Evans says he is working to make child care more affordable, provide access to paid family and medical leave, support children and families in foster care, and expand the Child Tax Credit. These are the specific family-support policies he identifies as part of putting families first.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Dwight Evans supports expanding and strengthening voting rights at the federal level rather than restricting them. He supports the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the Freedom to Vote Act as measures toward that goal.
Context: The source does not specify particular provisions of either act.