Christian D. Menefee
Democrat Representative, District 18, Texas
4 bills74 cosponsored$3.7M raised264 votes recorded
Website202-225-3816
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
- “Christian grew up in Houston’s public schools” source
Education
- “He was the first in his family to graduate from college.” source
Career
- “Christian lives in Houston with his wife Kaitlyn, an attorney, their sons Gabriel and Malcolm, and their rescue dogs Howie and Kennedy.” source
Public service
- “Before coming to Congress, Christian made history as the youngest person and first Black attorney ever elected Harris County Attorney” source
- “Christian serves on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.” source
- “Congressman Christian D. Menefee represents Texas’s 18th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives.” source
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Legislation
HR 10820cosponsor
Epstein Wall Street Records Act of 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
HR 10600cosponsor
To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of Federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
HR 10486cosponsor
To provide for the continuation of FEMA operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1546cosponsor
Expressing support for the recognition of Nigerian Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 10476cosponsor
To require coverage of annual glaucoma screenings for certain individuals, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 10424cosponsor
To establish a National Science Foundation grant program to provide opportunities for and strengthen research capacity at institutions of higher education to stimulate sustainable improvement in existing research and development at such institutions, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
HR 10397cosponsor
To authorize financial restitution for the violation of rights of survivors of sexual violence, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1511cosponsor
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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HRES 1488cosponsor
Recognizing the significance of "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month" in August as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to the history of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HRES 1481cosponsor
Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Kay Granger, a Representative from the State of Texas.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HR 10040cosponsor
No TSA Data for ICE Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
HRES 1463cosponsor
Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 9877cosponsor
To improve the health of minority individuals, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Agriculture, Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, the Judiciary, the Budget, Veterans' Affairs, Natural Resources, Armed Services, Homeland Security, Financial Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 9816cosponsor
To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program for low-income mothers.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 9817cosponsor
To end the shackling of pregnant individuals, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HCONRES 114cosponsor
Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 9457cosponsor
Diversity Visa Protection and Modernization Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 9432cosponsor
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 and an Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14 (Public Law 119-21) to provide certain benefits to noncitizens, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
HRES 1380cosponsor
Commemorating 50 years of women at the service academies.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1375cosponsor
Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Voting Record
117 yea138 nay9 missed
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
Passed (262-159)
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
Passed (352-72)
PROOF Act
Passed (217-207)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
Passed (214-208)
Ratepayer Protection Act
Passed (417-3)
Water Resources Development Act
Passed (415-9)
Retire through Ownership Act
Passed (401-14)
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
Passed (232-147)
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Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-208)
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-211)
GUARD Act
Passed (414-7)
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
Passed (417-7)
Whistleblower Protection Act
Passed (424-0)
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
Passed (343-79)
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
Passed (408-17)
The 2026 race
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- Christian MenefeeDemocratic· this member$3.7M raised
- Stephen HueyDemocratic$38K raised
- Gretchen BrownDemocratic$18K raised
- Allen D BerryRepublican$9K raised
- Alexander GreenDemocratic· filed as incumbent—
- Amanda EdwardsDemocratic—
- Sylvester TurnerDemocratic· filed as incumbent—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$3.7M
Small donors $713KLarge individual $2.7MPACs $288K
Spent $3.7MCash $63K
Top Contributors
AZA$51K
KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP$46K
NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT US LLP$43K
KIRKLAND & ELLIS$37K
HARRIS COUNTY$31K
NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT$25K
ARNOLD VENTURES$21K
MUKERJI LAW FIRM$19K
MCMILLAN LAW FIRM$18K
YETTER COLEMAN$17K
Committees
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
- Delivering on Government Efficiency
- Federal Law Enforcement
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HR 10820: Epstein Wall Street Records Act of 2026
cosponsor2026-10-15
legislation
HR 10600: To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of Federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-24
legislation
HR 10486: To provide for the continuation of FEMA operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-17
legislation
HR 10476: To require coverage of annual glaucoma screenings for certain individuals, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-16
legislation
HRES 1546: Expressing support for the recognition of Nigerian Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the United States.
cosponsor2026-09-16
legislation
HR 10424: To establish a National Science Foundation grant program to provide opportunities for and strengthen research capacity at institutions of higher education to stimulate sustainable improvement in existing research and development at such institutions, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-16
legislation
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
nay2026-09-16
vote
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
nay2026-09-16
vote
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PROOF Act
nay2026-09-16
vote
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
nay2026-09-16
vote
Ratepayer Protection Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Water Resources Development Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Retire through Ownership Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
HR 10397: To authorize financial restitution for the violation of rights of survivors of sexual violence, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-15
legislation
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
nay2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
GUARD Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Whistleblower Protection Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
nay2026-09-15
vote
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-09-15
vote
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
HRES 1511: Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
nay2026-09-03
vote
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
nay2026-09-02
vote
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
nay2026-09-02
vote
Service History
House, Dist. 182026-02-02, 2027-01-03Democrat
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