It was lovely to catch up on what’s happening in DC and brainstorm on our shared priorities for the District. Thanks to Mad City Coffee for fueling today’s conversation! Next up: a meeting with our District Office team in Columbia and then driving to DC for votes tonight!
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Maryland District 3
Sarah Elfreth
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Voting Record — 498
Yes42%
No57%
Present0%
Not Voting0%
Party align99%
Cross-party1%
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Sarah Elfreth
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaryland District 3
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20 recent posts · 16 sponsored · 94 cosponsored
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It’s been a challenging 16 months for the country – and it’s been a challenging 16 months to be a freshman member of Congress. That’s why I’m particularly grateful that I have friends & mentors I can call for advice on the hardest days, including former Congressman from MD-03, John Sarbanes.
Dial in #MD03! 📞 Our next telephone town hall is happening TOMORROW Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30 PM. There’s still time to RSVP – check out the link below to save your spot, or you can dial in at 833-380-0677 to be part of the conversation.
elfreth.house.gov/live
Special thanks to our incredible panelists who took the time to share their perspectives on student loan debt, housing, child care, and the many other challenges facing our young constituents.
With the @demwomencaucus.bsky.social and @ffcongress.bsky.social, @bynum.house.gov and I held a roundtable to hear Gen Z’s perspective on the affordability crisis and how Congress can build a future and economy that works for the next generation.
From rising costs to a shrinking job market, Gen Z has often felt the brunt of the decisions coming out of Washington – but that makes their voices even more essential to our policymaking.
As we approach that 60 day deadline, I will be pursuing every means possible to reassert our Congressional authority and put an end to these hostilities – but I need my colleagues on the other side of the aisle to join us and do the same.
Congress holds the sole Constitutional authority to declare war, which is why under the War Powers Act of 1973, the President must terminate military operations after 60 days unless Congress has explicitly authorized that use of force.
And 50 days without any real answers or justification to the American people as to why we entered this conflict in the first place.
This past week, I voted YES on @meeks.house.gov’s War Powers Resolution to once again stop the President from taking any further reckless military action in Iran.
Today officially marks 50 days since the start of President Trump’s war with Iran. That’s 50 days our servicemembers have been put at risk; 50 days American taxpayers have been footing the tremendous bill of nearly a billion dollars per day.
There were lots of familiar faces, many constituents, and even a former student, Natalie! Towson is where I found my start in public service, which is why it was truly so special to speak with these outstanding Tigers.
Welcome, Towson Tigers! 🐯As a proud alum and former professor, I was beyond excited to take some time in between votes to welcome the Towson Student Government Association and Towson President, Mark Ginsberg, to the Capitol.
As the weather gets warmer, I encourage you to take some time and explore our newest protected lands at the Saltworks Natural Area soon. More information to come!
This is all thanks to the collaboration between the local, state, philanthropic, and federal partners that has allowed us to think bigger and bolder on our conservation efforts – and make our waterways more accessible for generations to come.
ICYMI: The Saltworks Creek Watershed will soon be open to the public! It was an honor to join @aacoexec.bsky.social in taking down the “No Trespassing” sign at the property’s entrance – marking an official end to the era of private use for the Saltworks area.
Even on the busy days, sitting down with each intern class is one of my favorite parts of the job because I get to hear what motivated their passion for public service and the issues they came to work on in Washington.
Please join me in extending my sincerest thanks to all of our #TeamElfreth Spring 2026 interns! Whether it was working on legislative projects or helping our neighbors on their hardest days, they play a vital role in our office.
We’re only a few days away from our next telephone town hall, happening Tuesday, April 21st, at 6:30 PM! Be sure to RSVP at the link below to be part of the conversation – I can’t wait to hear from you then!
elfreth.house.gov/live
The Ambassador’s cooperation helped ensure humanitarian aid was distributed to those in need.
Last year, after hearing from constituents about additional food aid in the United Arab Emirates that had not yet been distributed, I called on the State Department to use every tool available to ensure this aid reaches the people of Gaza.
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Voting History498 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
498 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 6945 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 6945 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-21 | H. Res. 1009 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H. Res. 1009 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-21 | H.R. 5764 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-20 | H.R. 5763 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-15 | H.R. 2988 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | YES | ✕ | Agreed to |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-14 | H.R. 7006 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-14 | H. Res. 992 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 4593 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2312 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2270 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 2262 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H. Res. 988 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6504 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-13 | H.R. 6500 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-12 | H.R. 2683 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-09 | H.R. 5184 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 1834 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 131 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 504 (119th) | Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Divisions B and C | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-08 | H.R. 6938 (119th) | Retaining Division A | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 780 (119th) | Motion to Discharge | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-07 | H. Res. 977 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-01-06 | — | Call of the House | PRESENT | — | — | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 498 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 845 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 1366 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-18 | H.R. 4776 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-12-17 | H.R. 3492 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.