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Supported the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1, 119th Congress). The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimated the bill would reduce federal Medicaid spending by more than $900 billion over a decade, though the bill's sponsors disputed that characterization.

Peltola pledges to lower health care costs for Alaskans by supporting the extension of Obamacare subsidies and reversing Medicaid reductions; she frames health care affordability as a central component of her broader affordability agenda.

Supports targeted federal investments in Alaska’s infrastructure and energy sectors to spur job growth and economic development. Advocates permitting reforms to accelerate project delivery and opposes broad, partisan spending that could threaten long-term growth.

Mary Peltola advocates an affordability-focused economic plan to lower costs for working Alaskans, including eliminating federal income tax for earners under $92,000 and expanding tax credits for families and renters.

Dan Sullivan supports an all-of-the-above U.S. energy strategy that expands oil, natural gas, LNG, nuclear, and critical minerals production to strengthen energy security and create jobs in Alaska and across the nation. He advocates permitting reform and faster approvals for energy infrastructure while pursuing emissions reductions through innovation and technology, not broad mandates.

Mary Peltola has taken a nuanced approach balancing Alaska's oil-dependent economy with environmental concerns. She pushed the Biden administration to approve the Willow oil project on Alaska's North Slope, joined the bipartisan Congressional Western Caucus, and criticized the reversal of ANWR leases.

Dan Sullivan supports pro-life policies and returning abortion regulation to the states after Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization; he has stated support for protecting unborn life and expanding adoption and child care opportunities.

Mary Peltola describes herself as pro-choice and opposes a national ban on abortion. She supports codifying Roe v. Wade, public funding for abortion services beyond the Hyde Amendment, and access to IVF. She received a 72% score from Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America) for her 2024 voting record, consistently voting against anti-abortion measures including bills to penalize FDA officials over mifepristone access, restrict servicemembers' abortion access, and defund reproductive health programs.

Supports strong border security measures including the SHIELD Act to codify Title 42, which allowed the prompt removal of illegal immigrants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Urged the Biden administration not to revoke Title 42 powers, arguing it would worsen the southern border crisis.

Mary Peltola has taken a moderate-to-tough approach on immigration, often breaking with her party. She voted for the Laken Riley Act requiring detention of undocumented immigrants arrested for burglary or theft, voted to condemn President Biden's handling of the southern border, and supported a bill to deport undocumented migrants who assault police officers.

Strongly opposes gun control legislation, stating that 'the right to keep and bear arms is fundamental and guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.' Voted against the Senate gun-control legislation in June 2022, citing concerns about broad discretion left to federal courts and vague firearms restrictions.

Mary Peltola is a strong supporter of Second Amendment rights and was endorsed by the National Rifle Association (NRA) in 2024 — a rare endorsement of a Democrat. She introduced the bipartisan Tribal Firearms Access Act to allow tribal ID cards to be used for firearm purchases, protecting Native Americans' gun rights.

A leading voice on China policy, advocating a hawkish strategy and warning against U.S. complacency in strategic competition. Has argued for a new American China strategy built on deterrence and alliances. Strongly supports Ukraine in its defense against Russia.

Mary Peltola maintained a strongly pro-Israel voting record in the House, breaking with her party to support a standalone Israel aid package, a measure to override the Biden administration's hold on arms sales to Israel, and sanctions on Iran and the International Criminal Court.

Voted for the Respect for Marriage Act (2022) codifying same-sex marriage protections, but framed it as a religious liberty bill that protects the freedom of religious groups to only recognize 'traditional marriage.' In his own statement, Sullivan said he disagreed with the Obergefell v.

Mary Peltola is the first Alaska Native member of Congress and a Yup'ik woman who has championed tribal sovereignty and Native rights. She introduced the Tribal Firearms Access Act to protect Native Americans' Second Amendment rights and secured tribal seats on fisheries management councils.

Signed onto a bipartisan letter urging the U.S. Department of Education to reverse cuts to congressionally approved grant funding for Native American-serving colleges and universities, arguing the cuts undermine federal trust and treaty obligations to provide Native students an education.

Mary Peltola studied elementary education at the University of Northern Colorado and has spoken about Alaska's unique educational challenges, including rural school funding and the importance of career and technical education.

Has spoken on the Senate floor about the importance of U.S. leadership in AI and biotech development, warning the U.S. must not grow 'complacent' in the competition with China. Attended a closed-door meeting with tech CEOs and senators about AI risks and the need for safeguards.

No public position found after repeated research attempts. Peltola's campaign website and public statements have not addressed specific technology or artificial intelligence policy positions.

Co-sponsored the SAVE Act (S.22), which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and photo ID to obtain a ballot. Defended the bill in a constituent letter arguing it protects election integrity without restricting participation, though critics contend the affidavit pathway for voters lacking documentation is too restrictive to function effectively.

Mary Peltola was elected in 2022 under Alaska's ranked-choice voting system and has defended the system. She supports campaign finance reform including the DISCLOSE Act for transparency in election spending, a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United, and banning members of Congress from stock trading through the Restore Trust in Congress Act.

Champions Alaska-specific priorities including bycatch limits in fisheries, Arctic energy development (Willow project), Coast Guard presence in Southeast Alaska, and securing federal investment for rural health infrastructure.

Mary Peltola's Local Issues stance centers on affordability for Alaskans. She advocates lowering costs through expanded domestic energy production and energy policy reforms to lower fuel prices, and she proposes targeted tax relief\u2014including eliminating the federal income tax for working and middle-class Alaskans earning under $92,000 per year\u2014funded by higher taxes on the wealthy; she also supports the Expanded Child Tax Credit and measures to reduce housing and shipping costs for families.