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Campaign email: [email protected]
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Mark Harris
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U.S. House District 8
2026 North Carolina U.S. House — District 8 — General Election · November 3, 2026
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- Current race
- 2026 North Carolina U.S. House — District 8 — General Election on November 3, 2026
- Official candidacy
- U.S. House District 8 · Republican · Incumbent
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Election date: 11/03/2026
Contest: US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 08
Candidate: Mark Harris
Party: REP
Candidacy date: 12/05/2025
Campaign email: [email protected]
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FEC committee ID: C00850404
FEC committee name: MARK HARRIS FOR CONGRESS
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Published website: https://www.markharrisforcongress.org/
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Candidate biography
Source-published biographyA native North Carolinian, Mark brings a lifetime of serving others to the U.S. House of Representatives. Mark served as the senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Charlotte for over a decade, navigating multiple economic downturns and challenges. He has experienced firsthand the many ways that the government can impact people’s lives, for better and for worse. But Mark’s leadership goes beyond the pulpit. Mark served as president of the North Carolina Baptist Convention, where he was a key leader in passing North Carolina’s Marriage Amendment — which defined marriage as between one man and one woman.
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A native North Carolinian, Mark brings a lifetime of serving others to the U.S. House of Representatives. Mark served as the senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Charlotte for over a decade, navigating multiple economic downturns and challenges. He has experienced firsthand the many ways that the government can impact people’s lives, for better and for worse. But Mark’s leadership goes beyond the pulpit. Mark served as president of the North Carolina Baptist Convention, where he was a key leader in passing North Carolina’s Marriage Amendment — which defined marriage as between one man and one woman.
Candidate biography
Source-published biographyMark is married to his college sweetheart, Beth. They have three adult children and eleven grandchildren. Mark graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. He went on to receive a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In Congress, Mark serves on the House Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Judiciary Committees.
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Mark is married to his college sweetheart, Beth. They have three adult children and eleven grandchildren. Mark graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. He went on to receive a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In Congress, Mark serves on the House Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Judiciary Committees.
Candidate biography
Source-published biographyReligious freedom is a cornerstone of our country and is enshrined in our Constitution. As a pastor, Congressman Harris is committed to safeguarding religious expression in schools and public life. Our nation was founded on Biblical principles and thrives when these values are upheld.
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Religious freedom is a cornerstone of our country and is enshrined in our Constitution. As a pastor, Congressman Harris is committed to safeguarding religious expression in schools and public life. Our nation was founded on Biblical principles and thrives when these values are upheld.
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Source-published biographyBorn and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Mark Harris is the embodiment of faith, family, and dedication to service. The youngest of five children, Mark grew up imbibing the virtues of hard work, patriotism, and community involvement, inspired by parents who served as exemplary pillars of service.
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Born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Mark Harris is the embodiment of faith, family, and dedication to service. The youngest of five children, Mark grew up imbibing the virtues of hard work, patriotism, and community involvement, inspired by parents who served as exemplary pillars of service.
About Issues Accomplishments Volunteer
Source-published biographyMark's journey is marked by purpose and calling. An Appalachian State University graduate with a B.S. in Political Science, his path took a divine turn when he felt a call to ministry just before marrying his college sweetheart, Beth. Embracing this calling, he earned his Master's of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Leadership from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Mark's journey is marked by purpose and calling. An Appalachian State University graduate with a B.S. in Political Science, his path took a divine turn when he felt a call to ministry just before marrying his college sweetheart, Beth. Embracing this calling, he earned his Master's of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Leadership from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Prioritizing National Security & Strong Borders
Candidate positionOur nation's safety and sovereignty hinge upon robust border security. Mark asserts that the current state of our borders, exacerbated by Biden's weak border policies, has created unprecedented challenges for our nation. He is committed to fortifying our borders, supporting advanced technology, and rigorously enforcing our immigration laws to protect American citizens and preserve our nation's integrity.
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Our nation's safety and sovereignty hinge upon robust border security. Mark asserts that the current state of our borders, exacerbated by Biden's weak border policies, has created unprecedented challenges for our nation. He is committed to fortifying our borders, supporting advanced technology, and rigorously enforcing our immigration laws to protect American citizens and preserve our nation's integrity.
Empowering Teachers & Ensuring School Choice
Candidate positionWhile Mark firmly supports a strong public education system, he believes parents, not the Federal Government, should have the final say in how to educate their children. Whether public, private, charter, or homeschool, families should have full freedom to choose what works best for their children. Every child should have an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed in the career path they choose. Mark will fight for policies that focus on local control, and maximum flexibility, and ensure that students have the most educational opportunities available to them.
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While Mark firmly supports a strong public education system, he believes parents, not the Federal Government, should have the final say in how to educate their children. Whether public, private, charter, or homeschool, families should have full freedom to choose what works best for their children. Every child should have an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed in the career path they choose. Mark will fight for policies that focus on local control, and maximum flexibility, and ensure that students have the most educational opportunities available to them.
Enforcing Laws & Building Safer Communities
Candidate positionA society that fails to uphold its laws emboldens those who break them. Mark firmly believes that the foundation of a safe community is the unwavering enforcement of our laws. By holding criminals accountable and championing rigorous law enforcement, Mark is dedicated to ensuring that every North Carolinian can live, work, and thrive in a secure and peaceful environment.
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A society that fails to uphold its laws emboldens those who break them. Mark firmly believes that the foundation of a safe community is the unwavering enforcement of our laws. By holding criminals accountable and championing rigorous law enforcement, Mark is dedicated to ensuring that every North Carolinian can live, work, and thrive in a secure and peaceful environment.
Working to End Wasteful Spending & Fight Inflation
Candidate positionA government that can't pay its bills is a government unworthy – and unable – to serve its people. That's why, since being elected to Congress, Mark has been a leading voice in the effort to cut the kind of excessive government spending that led to the record-high inflation we saw under the Biden Administration. He is determined to deliver legislation that will take the burden of higher costs off of American taxpayers, and is working to ensure the people of NC-08 have more take-home pay so that families can thrive again.
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A government that can't pay its bills is a government unworthy – and unable – to serve its people. That's why, since being elected to Congress, Mark has been a leading voice in the effort to cut the kind of excessive government spending that led to the record-high inflation we saw under the Biden Administration. He is determined to deliver legislation that will take the burden of higher costs off of American taxpayers, and is working to ensure the people of NC-08 have more take-home pay so that families can thrive again.
Enforcing Laws & Building Safer Communities
Candidate positionWorking to End Wasteful Spending & Fight Inflation
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Ready to Lead
Candidate positionBut why Congress? Mark Harris is driven by a desire to represent and amplify the voices of North Carolinians. He believes in a government that listens to its people, respects their rights, and works diligently for their benefit. From championing pro-family values to advocating for effective tax reform, Mark's platform is a testament to his commitment to the betterment of every North Carolinian's life.
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But why Congress? Mark Harris is driven by a desire to represent and amplify the voices of North Carolinians. He believes in a government that listens to its people, respects their rights, and works diligently for their benefit. From championing pro-family values to advocating for effective tax reform, Mark's platform is a testament to his commitment to the betterment of every North Carolinian's life.
Protect Unborn Life
Candidate positionOppose abortion and support legal protections for human life from conception through natural death.
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Traditional Marriage and Family Values
Candidate positionSupport traditional family policy and define marriage as between one man and one woman.
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Prioritizing National Security with Strong Borders
Candidate positionStrengthen the southern border through additional security technology and enforcement of federal immigration laws.
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Fortifying Our Nation, Honoring Our Heroes
Candidate positionMaintain a strong military that deters threats, supports U.S. allies, and honors servicemembers and veterans.
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Empowering Teachers, Ensuring Choice
Candidate positionKeep education authority closer to parents and local communities and expand public, private, charter, and homeschool choices for families.
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Enforcing Laws, Ensuring Safer Communities
Candidate positionStrengthen law enforcement and criminal accountability to improve public safety.
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645 captured official records
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Coverage: January 3, 2025 through July 23, 2026- Vote events
- 645
- Unique measures
- 402
- Final passage
- 267
- Yes / No
- 485 / 157
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Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Passed
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Issue: H R 8884
Vote question: On Passage
Official description: Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Status: Passed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Yea
resolutionVoted no
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Passed
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Issue: H CON RES 89
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Status: Passed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Nay
resolutionVoted yes
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
Passed
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Issue: H CON RES 113
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
Status: Passed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Yea
final passageVoted yes
Stop Insider Trading Act
Passed
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Issue: H R 7008
Vote question: On Passage
Official description: Stop Insider Trading Act
Status: Passed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Yea
amendmentVoted yes
Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Failed
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Amendment author: Grothman of Wisconsin Part A Amendment No. 316
Status: Failed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Aye
amendmentVoted yes
Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Agreed to
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Amendment author: Harrigan of North Carolina Part A Amendment No. 44
Status: Agreed to
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Aye
amendmentVoted no
Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Agreed to
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Issue: H R 8800
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Amendment
Official description: Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Amendment author: Boebert of Colorado Part A Amendment No. 4
Status: Agreed to
Harris (NC) | R | NC | No
resolutionVoted yes
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
Passed
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Issue: H RES 1438
Vote question: On Agreeing to the Resolution
Official description: Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
Status: Passed
Harris (NC) | R | NC | Aye
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Campaign finance
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FEC candidate totals January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
- Total receipts
- $1,019,134.43
- Total disbursements
- $608,814.42
- Cash on hand
- $517,852.73
- Committee debt
- $0.00
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Candidate ID: H4NC08066
Name: HARRIS, MARK E
Office: House
State: NC
District: NC08
Coverage start: 2025-01-01
Coverage end: 2026-06-30
Total receipts: $1019134.43
Total disbursements: $608814.42
Cash on hand: $517852.73
Debts owed by committee: $0.00
Candidate contributions: $0.00
Loans made by candidate: $0.00
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2026 North Carolina candidate filing — Mark Harris
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Mark Harris — U.S. House roll call 2026-283
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Mark Harris — U.S. House roll call 2026-254
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