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AL · DISTRICT 2

Shomari Figures

DemocratAlabamaCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source

What they said 18

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

While serving · 11/3/2026

Oppose tariffs he says harm Alabama farmers

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Figures opposes tariffs that he says are harming Alabama, especially its agricultural industry, and says farmers need help. He says he will stand up to and push back against a president of either party when presidential actions hurt the state.

Context: He does not specify a particular tariff change or form of assistance for farmers. WSFA attributes the tariff position to the Tuesday victory speech.

While serving · 11/3/2026

Work to bring the Iran war to a close

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Figures says the war in Iran puts at risk the lives of people serving at Maxwell-Gunter and calls for bringing the war to a close. He frames this as a concern for local service members and their friends and families.

Context: The statement does not specify a diplomatic or military approach. WSFA attributes the position on the Iran war to the Tuesday victory speech.

While serving · commitment · 11/3/2026

Keep Jackson Hospital open

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Figures says he will work to keep Jackson Hospital in Montgomery open. He presents the hospital’s continued operation as work he intends to pursue as the district’s representative.

Context: WSFA attributes the named hospital priority to the Tuesday victory speech, not a new November 4 statement.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Protect reproductive rights and patient decision-making

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Figures supports protecting reproductive rights and patients’ ability to make their own healthcare decisions.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Address maternal-health disparities

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Figures supports addressing disparities in maternal health affecting Black mothers and infants. He identifies these disparities as a particular concern in Alabama.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Expand healthcare networks and community health centers

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Figures supports expanding healthcare networks and increasing funding for community health centers. He also calls for rural healthcare networks supported by grants that use community colleges and existing providers.

Context: The platform does not specify grant amounts or eligibility rules.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Regulate digital assets and cryptocurrency

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Figures supports regulating digital assets and cryptocurrency, with regulation described as responsible but no specific rules or oversight approach provided.

Context: The platform does not specify the proposed regulatory rules or enforcement approach.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Attract new businesses

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Figures supports leading efforts to recruit new businesses to Alabama as part of his economic agenda.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.

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Expand workforce-development programs

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Figures supports growing workforce-development programs as part of his economic agenda.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.

Campaign position · Original date not established

Support small businesses

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Figures supports targeted tax incentives and improved access to capital for small businesses. He presents these steps as part of building an inclusive Alabama economy.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 12, 2026.