U.S. Representative
Shomari Figures
Alabama District 2
DemocratProgressive
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Voting Profile
Legislative Record
Most Active Policy Areas
#1 healthcare
6
Votes Analyzed
Data sources: voteview, congress.gov
Political Position
Ideology Spectrum
-0.40Progressive
Representative Shomari Figures is a freshman Democrat whose voting record places him slightly to the left of the average House Democrat. His NOMINATE score of -0.404 indicates a progressive orientation on the ideological spectrum, consistent with many members of the Democratic caucus.
LiberalModerateConservative
Democrat avg
Near the average for Democrats (-0.38)
Data source: VoteView NOMINATE scores (UCLA/UC San Diego)
Policy Positions
Category Breakdown
6
total votes analyzed
Overview
Shomari Figures is a newly elected Representative serving Alabama's 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House. As a freshman member with only 6 recorded votes, his legislative record is still developing. Based on his early voting pattern, Figures has aligned consistently with Democratic Party positions on procedural matters, voting against Republican-led procedural motions and supporting Democratic alternatives. This is typical behavior for new members establishing their place within their party caucus. Given his limited time in office, it is premature to draw comprehensive conclusions about his policy priorities or legislative focus areas. His voting record will become more informative as he casts more votes across a wider range of substantive policy issues.
Key Positions
- •Votes consistently with Democratic caucus on procedural matters
- •Opposes Republican-led floor procedures
- •Supports Democratic motion to recommit efforts
By Policy Area
Healthcare6
33% yea67% nay
Analysis updated: January 9, 2026
Voting Record
Congressional Votes
3 votes across 1 categories