Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee
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The official Democratic Party committee dedicated to winning state legislative elections across the country.
The GOP agenda in DC is causing prices to soar while also making it harder for Americans to get the resources they need. In Illinois, a new program will put money in the pockets of some of their vulnerable constituents to help them afford groceries.
Illinois launches new program to provide food benefits to people who lost SNAP
Illinois launches a new food assistance program for residents who lost SNAP benefits due to federal changes.
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For the past decade, the Iowa GOP has implemented the worst of the MAGA agenda, but now, Democrats need to flip just one seat to end the GOP supermajority in the Iowa House and protect the veto power of a potential new Democratic governor.
Democrats add 15 Iowa House, Senate races to 2026 midterm target list
A national Democratic group is targeting 15 more Iowa House and Senate races, sharpening its push to break the House GOP supermajority in the midterms
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As SCOTUS has gutted the Voting Rights Act, eight Democratic-led states passed state-level versions of the VRA to strengthen protections for voters and elections. These actions protect our democratic systems – and make sure that all votes are counted.
Republicans are Trying to Subvert our Elections: Here’s How State Democrats are Protecting Democracy
Republicans are rigging the system to win in 2026… but state Democrats are fighting back.
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The fight for civil rights and fair elections lies in statehouses – so does the path to long-term power for Democrats to win Congress and the presidency. Hundreds of districts are at play, and we have fewer than 100 days to flip as many seats as possible across the map.
Only 100 Days Until Election Day: How the DLCC is Meeting the Moment
Today, July 26th, marks just 100 days until Election Day on November 3rd. 2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shift the balance of power in our state legislatures – and we’re meeting this mo...
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Pennsylvania Dems have been working to raise the minimum wage in their state for years. This November, we can build Dem power in the state House and chip away at GOP power in the state Senate to put them in a stronger position than ever to get it done!
Lawmakers, workers plan to keep pushing for Pennsylvania to raise the minimum wage • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
State Sen. Christine Tartaglione (D-Philadelphia) rises at the end of every legislative session, telling lawmakers to raise the minimum wage.
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North Carolina Republicans are advancing legislation that would make it harder to vote. This year, we can chip away at GOP control in both legislative chambers and put Dems in a stronger position to push back against Republicans’ extreme agenda.
NC Senate approves controversial elections bill along party lines • NC Newsline
A controversial NC elections bill would reduce early voting days for primaries and require the state auditor to conduct additional post-election audits.
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Our ability to deliver once-in-a-generation gains this year will be determined by the actions taken in this final stretch. The stakes couldn’t be higher as the path to long-term power for the Dem Party runs through our statehouses and our Target Map: DLCC.org/TargetMap
The DLCC Target Map 2026
The DLCC's 2026 Target Map identifies and defines the election cycle's best opportunities to build Democratic power in the states.
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Our Target Race program highlights some of the most critical races we’re supporting & we plan to amplify over 500 candidates slated ahead of the 2026 midterms. These races can tilt critical state legislative power in Dems' favor with just a few votes. DLCC.org/TargetRaces
DLCC Target Races
Featured | Blog DLCC Launches First 50 Target Races for the Midterms Read More Pennsylvania HD-44 Hadley Haas North Carolina HD-37 Winn Decker Michigan HD-13 Mai Xiong Georgia HD-145 Tangie Herring
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DLCC Board Secretary and @ilstaterepbuckner.bsky.social is making it clear: 2026 presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rebuild Democratic power from the ground up. Head to DLCC.org to take a closer look at our plans and join our fight.
DLCC Election Countdown: 100 Days Out from Election Day
YouTube video by Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee – DLCC
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This November, we have a historic opportunity to flip the Arizona legislature blue and deliver a Democratic trifecta in the state, and that’s just part of our largest Target Map EVER! Take a closer look at our plans in Arizona and across the country: DLCC.org/TargetMap
Democrats see path to flip Arizona Legislature as national statehouse map tilts toward them
Following a string of special election victories, Democrats have a path to flip several Republican-held legislative chambers and break GOP supermajorities in states across the country this November. H...
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As Republicans escalate their unprecedented efforts to rig maps and silence voters to protect their majority in the U.S. House, the stakes couldn’t be higher for Democrats to build significant power in state legislatures. Learn more:
Only 100 Days Until Election Day: How the DLCC is Meeting the Moment
Today, July 26th, marks just 100 days until Election Day on November 3rd. 2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shift the balance of power in our state legislatures – and we’re meeting this mo...
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2026 is a historic opportunity to prevent a GOP supermajority in the Iowa Senate and break the supermajority in the Iowa House! Take a closer look at our plans and learn more about all of our Target Race candidates in the state: DLCC.org/Iowa
Democrats add 15 Iowa House, Senate races to 2026 midterm target list
A national Democratic group is targeting 15 more Iowa House and Senate races, sharpening its push to break the House GOP supermajority in the midterms
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From the White House to the courts to GOP-controlled statehouses, Republicans are working to gerrymander maps and make voting more difficult, all to protect their own power. Republicans are rigging the system to win in 2026, but state Democrats are fighting back.
Republicans are Trying to Subvert our Elections: Here’s How State Democrats are Protecting Democracy
Republicans are rigging the system to win in 2026… but state Democrats are fighting back.
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In this crucial election year, we need to gain 2 seats to build a supermajority in the Oregon Senate. Building a supermajority would allow Democrats to prevent GOP obstruction to defend Oregon families. Winning these races is crucial to getting it done!
National Democratic Campaign Committee Targets Five Oregon Senate Districts Ahead of 2026 Election
Oregon's political landscape is drawing increased national attention as the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee announced it will focus resources on
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2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shift the balance of power in our state legislatures, and we’re meeting this moment head-on. We have our most expansive Target Map ever to secure new Dem majorities and build long-term governing power nationwide.
Only 100 Days Until Election Day: How the DLCC is Meeting the Moment
Today, July 26th, marks just 100 days until Election Day on November 3rd. 2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shift the balance of power in our state legislatures – and we’re meeting this mo...
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Today marks the 61st anniversary of Medicare & Medicaid. Last year, Trump & congressional Republicans passed legislation cutting billions of dollars in Medicaid funding. Since then, state Dems have fought to expand access to these programs so Americans can get the care they need.
Thanks to Delaware Democrats, new laws in the state will make it easier for their constituents to access free primary health care.
Gov. Meyer signs healthcare bills expanding free, primary care
Gov. Matt Meyer signed three bills Monday that will reshape the healthcare landscape in Delaware and how patients pay for their treatments.
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Winn Decker is one of our Top 10 Target Race candidates for July! He’s running to flip a seat blue in the North Carolina House this November. If Winn is elected, he will be a powerful voice for progress in the state legislature. DLCC.org/Top10
Winn Decker - DLCC Spotlight Race
Winn Decker is a public administration expert from southern Wake County running this November to flip a seat in the North Carolina House.
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This November, Iowa Democrats must: ✅Protect all 17 seats in the Iowa Senate to prevent a GOP supermajority ✅Gain 1 seat in the Iowa House to break the GOP supermajority Meet the next group of Target Race candidates who are ready to help us get it done 🧵
This November, Colorado Democrats need to gain just 3 House seats and 1 Senate seat to build supermajorities in the legislature. Announcing a group of Target Race candidates in the state who are ready to help us get it done 🧵
Nevada is on our Target Map this year, and we’re targeting 9 races in the state to build a Democratic supermajority in the Assembly, expand the strong majority in the Senate, and help elect a Democratic Lieutenant Governor!
These Nevada legislative races will help determine which party controls Carson City in 2027 - The Nevada Independent
Of the 53 legislative seats up for election this year in Nevada, nearly a third are uncontested or were already decided in the primary.
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With fewer than 100 days remaining until the midterm elections, we’re ready to execute our national strategy to shift the balance of power in statehouses nationwide. 2026 presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rebuild Democratic power from the ground up.
Only 100 Days Until Election Day: How the DLCC is Meeting the Moment
Today, July 26th, marks just 100 days until Election Day on November 3rd. 2026 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shift the balance of power in our state legislatures – and we’re meeting this mo...
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The SAVE America Act is unlikely to pass Congress, but 14 GOP-led states have passed their own versions of the legislation, & state Republicans have introduced 300+ bills to restrict voting access. We must keep growing Democratic power in the states to fight back.
Republicans are Trying to Subvert our Elections: Here’s How State Democrats are Protecting Democracy
Republicans are rigging the system to win in 2026… but state Democrats are fighting back.
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On Texas Republicans’ agenda for their next legislative session? Banning IVF and surrogacy. The GOP will do anything to control Americans’ bodily autonomy, but nothing to improve their lives. We must chip away at their power in the state this November.
Texas GOP Hopes to Ban IVF, Surrogacy in Next Year’s Legislative Session • The Austin Chronicle
Texas GOP Hopes to Ban IVF, Surrogacy in Next Year’s Legislative Session
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Meet Heather Matson, one of our Top 10 Target Race candidates for July! This November, she’s running to flip a seat blue in the Iowa Senate. She currently serves in the state House, where she consistently champions progress for her constituents. DLCC.org/Top10
Heather Matson
Rep. Heather Matson is a public policy advocate, community leader, state legislator, and fundraising professional running to flip a seat in the Iowa Senate this November.
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With fewer than 100 days until Election Day, here’s where things stand and what’s at stake for state legislative elections 🧵
"If you invest your time, or energy, or money, into a down ballot race, it is absolutely going to turn out Democratic voter for everyone up ballot." Kansas Dem Leader Brandon Woodward tells @joesudbay.bsky.social the importance of investing in down ballot races!
There are officially just 100 days left until Election Day! Let’s be clear: What we do in these final weeks will determine what happens in November. The stakes couldn’t be higher. 2026 presents a critical opportunity to rebuild Dem power. Join our fight: DLCC.org
State Democrats are working to ensure that Americans can access the health care they need! While enrollments in Obamacare were down across the country due to federal Republicans’ cuts, they were up in New Mexico thanks to the state’s Democratic leadership.
After Republican cuts to subsides, Obamacare enrollment dropped in every state except one: New Mexico - New Mexico Political Report
For once, New Mexico is on the top of a very good list. 49 states saw drops in the number of people covered by the Affordable Care Act last year after a Republican-led effort in Congress cut subsidies...
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Wisconsin was one of the worst gerrymandered states, but after new maps paved the way for 14 flips last cycle, Dems need to flip just 5 Assembly seats and 2 Senate seats to win legislative control. These candidates are ready to help us get it done! DLCC.org/Wisconsin
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