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David Schweikert's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • "As the child of a birth mother who gave him up for adoption, David Schweikert understands more than most the importance of the sanctity of life. 100 percent pro-life throughout his career, David Schweikert is committed to protecting and defending the rights of the unborn." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 36 "Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S 610 "Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "As one of the leading proponents of smaller government in Congress, David Schweikert has consistently voted to reduce the size and cost of government. Throughout his term, David has also sponsored real reforms like a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution that would mandate that Congress balance the budget each year. He has fought tirelessly to cut wasteful spending and reduce the red tape of bureaucracy of the federal government. David understands that if we do not commit to shrinking government and reducing out of control spending, we risk jeopardizing our economic future." (davidschweikert.com)
  • Rated 0% by Alliance for Retired Americans (2019). (votesmart.org)
  • "Treasury Receipts are UP since tax reform. My Democratic colleagues continue to argue against the benefits of tax reform, but my question is, how can you argue against math? We must continue this growth to pay for promises like SS & Medicare." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause. (votesmart.org)
  • "#HR1 isn't "for the people" - it's ?????? ?????? ??????????????????????. This partisan bill will use ???????? taxpayer dollars to fund political campaigns. I’ll be voting against #HR1." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am proud to cosponsor the #JUSTICEAct which will serve as a foundation in strengthening the relationship between police and our communities. This is vital to improving officer training while increasing transparency processes and safety in our communities." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "As your representative in Washington, I work tirelessly to ensure our service members are properly trained and equipped to effectively execute and accomplish any mission we call on them to carry out. This includes fighting to protect the A-10 Thunderbolt, which continues to provide crucial and lifesaving close-air support (CAS) for our war fighters on the ground, from being needlessly retired by the Air Force. For over twenty years, the A-10 has proved its unsurpassed capabilities for protecting our service members from the enemy fire. While CAS is the A-10 primary role, it is far from its only role. The A-10 also assists in combat search and rescue operations, escorting helicopters and assets in and out of combat zones." (votesmart.org)
  • "Congress has no greater responsibility than providing for America's national defense. Whether it is the growing asymmetrical threat from radical Islamic terrorism, an emboldened Russia, or a potentially nuclear Iran, America faces dynamic and evolving threats and must have the military capabilities to respond to these threats." (schweikert.house.gov)
  • "Keeping our country safe from those around the world who would harm us is a fundamental obligation of the federal government. David Schweikert is a committed supporter of a strong and robust national defense. David opposes any policies to weaken our national defense and believes we cannot waver from our commitment to our brave servicemen and women, as well as their families." (davidschweikert.com)
  • Voted against S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • "David Schweikert knows that the politicians in Washington don't create jobs. A strong economy creates jobs. In Congress, David has focused his efforts on getting government out of the way of job creation with their burdensome regulations and out of touch policies. David Schweikert understands that the best thing Washington can do to help strengthen the economy is to keep taxes low on business and keep the government out of the way of the job creating businesses that we need to keep our economy strong." (davidschweikert.com)
  • "David understands that if we do not commit to shrinking government and reducing out of control spending, we risk jeopardizing our economic future." (davidschweikert.com)
  • "Happy #InfrastructureWeek! Arizona's economy is strong when our infrastructure is strong. We must invest in our public roads, airports, public rail and more, as they are a large component of the positive job growth we have seen in monthly jobs reports. #BuildForTomorrow" (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "I consider them--well, I can't say that word in front of a microphone. We all have these moments in our political lives where we walk up in front of this microphone and we are going to say: I am going to have to vote for something that has things in it that break my heart. But we must do the right thing. We must get back to that economic growth. We must get back to that prosperity that was enveloping this country. And, hopefully, we will look back, do a great postmortem, understand the things we did wrong, and fix them in the future." (votesmart.org)
  • "The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act is signed into law! I was a proud cosponsor of this legislation which will deliver relief to Arizona small businesses by making #PPP loans more flexible." (twitter.com)
  • "The #PPPloan allowed @DLPmktg to continue serving loyal clients, provided peace of mind to support the livelihood of the marketing team, and helped support other businesses impacted by #COVID19. Thank you, Lori Anna Harrison, for sharing your success story with the #PPP!" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Inflation is a direct result of President Biden’s actions in office." (twitter.com)
  • "Inflation is at 8.3% nationally. In the Phoenix metro area, that rate is a staggering 11%. What is President Biden's solution to this crisis? Spend, spend, and spend." (twitter.com)
  • "Inflation just hit a 40-year high. Just last night, Democrats refused to accept my amendment to strike $6 billion in “inflation adjustment” spending in the NDAA. Republicans are offering commonsense solutions. Democrats are turning them down." (twitter.com)
  • "Thanks to the Democrats reckless spending spree, folks in the Phoenix metro area are stuck with an 11% inflation rate – the highest in the nation" (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Education Association (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This administration’s blatant disregard for basic economics is putting future generations at frightening risk. They raised your taxes, spent $3.8 trillion of your money, and now have a plan to cancel student loans that will cost hard-working Americans another $400-$600 billion." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This appropriations bill, which passed the House, included an amendment I authored. My amendment, which passed 232 -180, prevents any of our taxpayer money from being used by the federal government to sue any state because of its voter ID laws -- including requiring photo ID to vote. I am a strong believer that any state that wants to enforce a law requiring photo IDs should be able to do so without fear of a federal lawsuit. If you need an ID to rent a car, open a library card, or board a plane, you should have to show an ID when casting your vote at the polls." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 4447 "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am pleased to be part of this bipartisan effort to responsibly spur energy innovation in the United States," said Rep. David Schweikert. "The Energy Sector Innovation Credit is an economically responsible credit that will help emerging technologies enter the marketplace, increasing our dominance and competitiveness in the energy sector. This is a great step towards promoting investment into new energy technology and strengthening our economy in doing so." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 89% by American Energy Alliance. (votesmart.org)
  • "The free market has led to an incredible growth in technologies that has led America to become a net-exporter of energy for the first time in our history, while also reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. As pro-growth, market-based solutions have led to exciting new techniques in soil health, water sustainability, and agricultural research that reduces land-use while increasing crop yields, allowing us to feed our ever-growing planet, I will continue to work with my colleagues to identify new sources of power that will lower our families' monthly bills and allow our economy to grow." (schweikert.house.gov)
  • "Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-06) introduced the NEPA State Assignment Expansion Act, and the NEPA Accountability and Enforcement Act, two pieces of legislation focused on reforming the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes. "Now more then ever, it is important that we are streamlining our regulatory processes for each investment we are making," said Rep. Schweikert. "Too often, our policy proposals create burdensome government processes, slowing down our ability to promote innovation and efficiently move clean energy technology forward. I am proud to introduce both of these important pieces of legislation to revolutionize what has evolved to become a burdensome and bureaucratic policy, and help quickly move important projects forward." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The free market has led to an incredible growth in technologies that has led America to become a net-exporter of energy for the first time in our history, while also reducing our greenhouse gas emissions." (schweikert.house.gov)
  • "Today I joined @GOPLeader and @RepBradWenstrup in introducing legislation to permanently extend the 45Q tax credit. This will incentivize direct air capture resulting in a cleaner environment and reduced emissions. Proud to be a part of this GOP effort to address climate change." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 9 "Climate Action Now Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "As Arizonans, we understand the fundamental right for a citizen to be able to protect themselves and their loved ones. It is for this reason that I was a prime sponsor for the Concealed Carry Law while serving as an Arizona state legislator. I continue advocating for these policies on the national level." (schweikert.house.gov)
  • "In Congress, David is a consistent and unwavering supporter of the 2nd amendment right to keep and bear arms." (davidschweikert.com)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 38 "Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017." (votesmart.org)
  • "Obamacare has been a disaster for many Arizonans." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1628 “American Health Care Act of 2017” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 2192 “McSally Amendment” (votesmart.org)
  • "Democrats are planning to require collective bargaining tactics in their paid family and medical leave proposal hurting right to work states like Arizona. The $3.5 trillion proposal would essentially create an open door for expanding unions across states." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Republicans have offered bipartisan solutions to reduce prescription drug prices while investing in cures. Congress can pass HR 19 - the Lower Cures, More Cures Act immediately." (twitter.com)
  • "To address lowering prescription drug prices, we must discuss the development of innovative drugs that will help cure our brothers and sisters with chronic conditions. H.R. 3 would create #FewerCures" (twitter.com)
  • Voted against H.R. 3 “Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against H.R. 6833 “The Affordable Insulin Now Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "On his first day in office, Biden opened our southern border and invited an unprecedented amount of fentanyl into our country. What followed was soaring profits for cartels and the loss of thousands of American lives. And this administration continues to remain silent." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 97% by NumbersUSA. (votesmart.org)
  • "The crisis at our Southern border has led to a fentanyl epidemic in our communities, and the Democrats’ open-border policies are responsible. I witnessed the misery and devastation of it first-hand in Yuma just two weeks ago." (twitter.com)
  • "The left likes to argue their border policies are based on “compassion”. Well, there is nothing compassionate about opening up the Southern border and letting record levels of fentanyl pour into Arizona. The consequences have been devastating." (twitter.com)
  • "A strong supporter of tough laws to crack down on illegal immigration, David does not support amnesty and fought against former President Obama's policies to incentivize illegal border crossing. In Congress, David has been consistent in his belief that the federal government has a moral obligation to our state to secure our border and get tough on illegal immigration." (davidschweikert.com)
  • "David Schweikert is committed to seeing that Arizona's border with Mexico is secured. A strong supporter of tough laws to crack down on illegal immigration, David does not support amnesty and fought against former President Obama's policies to incentivize illegal border crossing. In Congress, David has been consistent in his belief that the federal government has a moral obligation to our state to secure our border and get tough on illegal immigration." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 97% by NumbersUSA. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "I led a letter to @POTUS requesting we do not lift any currently imposed sanctions on Iran, & to not rejoin the Iran nuclear deal. It is critical we stand in firm opposition to Iran, & keep sanctions in place to help deter terrorism in the region." (twitter.com)
  • "I led a letter urging this Admin. not to return to the Iran nuclear deal, & to not lift any sanctions imposed on Iran. If we re-enter this agreement, the U.S. would be providing Iranian leaders an undeserving gift of sanctions relief, which would directly benefit Hamas." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6968 “Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • "I had the honor of listening to President Zelensky this morning as he addressed Congress virtually from Kyiv. His bravery and courage, and that of all Ukrainians, in the face of Russian brutality is remarkable. I stand with the people of Ukraine." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S. 3522 “Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022” (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 95% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Democrats continue to spread false claims about the tax cuts Republicans passed which resulted in record economic growth." (twitter.com)
  • "This administration’s blatant disregard for basic economics is putting future generations at frightening risk. They raised your taxes, spent $3.8 trillion of your money, and now have a plan to cancel student loans that will cost hard-working Americans another $400-$600 billion." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Expanding access to emerging markets is crucial for creating opportunities for U.S. manufacturers and service providers to sell more American-made goods and services around the world." (votesmart.org)
  • "Headed to the @WhiteHouse to join @POTUS @realDonaldTrump for the signing of #USMCA! This trade deal will bring incredible growth to Arizona and I look forward to seeing this be implemented. Ballot box with check176,000 new jobs Ballot box with check$68 billion in economic growth Ballot box with check 43,000 new manufacturing jobs". (twitter.com)
  • "I am a strong supporter of free trade, and as a border state, Arizona understands the importance of strong trading relationships with its neighbors. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) created a great step in the right direction for trade with our neighbors--but now it is time to pass the updated United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that will grow our economy and further strengthen our relationship with neighbors Mexico and Canada." (schweikert.house.gov)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)

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