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2026 Race · Virginia

U.S. House (District 8)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 8) in Virginia is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Donald Sternoff Beyer Jr. (Democratic) and Tony Sabio (Republican). The seat is currently held by Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (Democratic), who has served since January 2015, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Tony Sabio

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Donald S. Beyer, Jr.

Democratic · Since January 2015

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Ways and Means
  • Joint Economic Committee

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.9261

    Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act

  • HR.9213

    American Electric Rail Mapping Act of 2026

2026 Virginia U.S. House (District 8) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 8) in Virginia in 2026?

Donald Sternoff Beyer Jr. (Democratic) and Tony Sabio (Republican). Donald Sternoff Beyer Jr. is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Virginia U.S. House (District 8) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Virginia and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Donald S. Beyer, Jr., a Democratic, currently represents Virginia, serving since January 2015.

What committees does Donald S. Beyer, Jr. serve on?

Donald S. Beyer, Jr. serves on House Committee on Ways and Means and Joint Economic Committee. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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