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John Curtis' Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. Senate (UT) - Jr

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  • Rated 0% by Planned Parenthood. (votesmart.org)
  • Signed a letter stating: "We share your belief that every human life is precious, sacred, and deserving of protection." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4712 - Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "I voted no on these bills as they would allow for abortions for any reason at any stage of pregnancy, a view opposed by the vast majority of Americans, and would force states with existing restrictions to allow for mailed abortion pills with no consultation with a doctor." (twitter.com)
  • ""Our legislation would especially be a game-changer for Utah's small business community by ensuring our hard-working business owners, their workforce, and their families have access to affordable health coverage," said Curtis. "This also gives thousands of Utahns who filed unemployment claims over the past month the ability to obtain health care coverage in the event of them or a family member contracting COVID-19, while also allowing our front line workers, like grocery store clerks or UberEATS drivers, to purchase affordable health care coverage in the event that they contract the virus on the job."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 10% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S 610 "Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "We have to work together in order to deliver solutions that give Americans more control over how they are receiving their health care. Solutions could include expanding access to health savings accounts or association health plans to be sold across state lines and with more portability. I recently introduced legislation to increase access to both options and I encourage my Democratic colleagues to join me as I look for creative solutions to make health care more affordable for millions of hard-working Americans." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Our legislation would especially be a game-changer for Utah's small business community by ensuring our hard-working business owners, their workforce, and their families have access to affordable health coverage," said Curtis. "This also gives thousands of Utahns who filed unemployment claims over the past month the ability to obtain health care coverage in the event of them or a family member contracting COVID-19, while also allowing our front line workers, like grocery store clerks or UberEATS drivers, to purchase affordable health care coverage in the event that they contract the virus on the job." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause. (votesmart.org)
  • ""H.R. 1 is a solution in search of a problem. Election integrity and access is critical, but cannot and should not be managed in a one-size-fits-all, centralized federal government program," said Curtis. "Not only is it likely unconstitutional, but I believe it is undemocratic and fundamentally un-American in the way it attempts to control free speech, the political process, and the way we engage in civic participation. Our election systems may be in need of improvements, but this bill is not the solution."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "H.R. 1 is a solution in search of a problem. Election integrity and access is critical, but cannot and should not be managed in a one-size-fits-all, centralized federal government program," said Curtis. "Not only is it likely unconstitutional, but I believe it is undemocratic and fundamentally un-American in the way it attempts to control free speech, the political process, and the way we engage in civic participation. Our election systems may be in need of improvements, but this bill is not the solution." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Some of the most successful law enforcement outcomes have occurred as a result of effective community policing strategies through which law enforcement officers are embedded in the communities they serve, building relationships and trust between the police and the community. I want to ensure we are strengthening support of our law enforcement community by expanding opportunities for these best practices which is why I am happy to join as an original co-sponsor of this important legislation." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "Proud to be an original cosponsor of the Just & Unifying Solutions to Invigorate Communities Everywhere (#JUSTICEAct), which focuses federal resources on improving relationships between law enforcement & communities. I'm hopeful that the House will soon consider this legislation." (twitter.com)
  • "Although I was opposed to the spending bill overall, I realize there were many important provisions included that I strongly support such as military spending [...]" (www.facebook.com)
  • "Let's be sure that our military men and women have the tools and freedom they need to do their job, and that they have the resources and care that they need to reintegrate into their lives when they come home." (www.johncurtis.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • "Everyone (okay, most everyone) knows that we simply MUST cut federal spending and balance our budget." (votesmart.org)
  • ""The Nation is in desperate need of a fiscal diet. Spending nearly $5,000,000,000,000 on the combined infrastructure bills is no way to temper run-away inflation, a worker shortage, and worst of all: massive debt, incurred while increasing taxes on small businesses while giving high-earners in blue states tax cuts, decreasing health care innovation to the detriment of our most vulnerable patients, and stripping U.S. companies of their competitive edge internationally. While I applaud the bipartisan work in the Senate to deal with critical infrastructure, the insistence of Speaker Pelosi to link the two bills only adds to a government that is infatuated with itself and the mistaken idea that the federal government is the answer to all our problems. These bills may be attractive to the many who see money coming their way, but it is not the Utah way-- nor is it the way I vote."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "We simply MUST cut federal spending and balance our budget." (votesmart.org)
  • "The Nation is in desperate need of a fiscal diet. Spending nearly $5,000,000,000,000 on the combined infrastructure bills is no way to temper run-away inflation, a worker shortage, and worst of all: massive debt, incurred while increasing taxes on small businesses while giving high-earners in blue states tax cuts, decreasing health care innovation to the detriment of our most vulnerable patients, and stripping U.S. companies of their competitive edge internationally. While I applaud the bipartisan work in the Senate to deal with critical infrastructure, the insistence of Speaker Pelosi to link the two bills only adds to a government that is infatuated with itself and the mistaken idea that the federal government is the answer to all our problems. These bills may be attractive to the many who see money coming their way, but it is not the Utah way-- nor is it the way I vote." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the CARES Act, the largest economic disaster recovery package in our Nation's history. Given the size and the scope of this pandemic, it is a hefty price tag that must be paid." (votesmart.org)
  • "The CARES Act is the largest economic disaster recovery package in our nation's history. It's a hefty price tag that must be paid, but I challenged my colleagues to join me in dealing with the consequences of spending money we don't have." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Congress and the Executive branch need to stop pushing frivolous spending that is worsening inflation and supply chain problems." (twitter.com)
  • "President Biden has spent his entire career in Congress. He has never built a business. He does not understand the private sector or the most basic functions of our economy. He does not see how inflation is costing the average family $5,200 per year. He thinks he can solve rising inflation by passing another spending bill – another nearly $2,000,000,000,000 (yes, it takes 12 zeros to get to a trillion) – so he can give people the money to pay the higher prices. The more money Democrats flood into the economy, the higher prices soar. By blaming U.S. inflation on Putin, President Biden is recklessly avoiding responsibility and putting the U.S. economy, our national security and our food security at unprecedented risk. I am fighting to help Republicans take the House back this year, permanently kill Build Back Better, and put a stop to Biden’s destructive agenda." (johncurtis.org)
  • "The Nation is in desperate need of a fiscal diet. Spending nearly $5,000,000,000,000 on the combined infrastructure bills is no way to temper run-away inflation, a worker shortage, and worst of all: massive debt. It is not the Utah way— nor is it the way I vote." (twitter.com)
  • "The overspending by the federal government is one of the many factors leading to the highest inflation in over 40 years. Until we rein in our spending, we will only see this inflation worsen. Congress and this Administration have the power to act and we must do so." (twitter.com)
  • "I represent the youngest congressional district in the country and many of my constituents are struggling with student debt. With this legislation, we can help young people make fully informed financial decisions for their families and their futures." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against H.R. 2547 "Comprehensive Debt Collection Improvement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against H.R. 4 “John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against H.R. 5746 “Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act” (votesmart.org)
  • ""American clean energy technology is known for being the most efficient and environmentally friendly around the world. As emissions from outside the US quickly approach 90% of world emissions, exporting US clean energy technology will is an important tool to uplift developing countries out of poverty while reducing global emissions," said Curtis. "The Exporting Clean Energy Act will benefit US national security by strategically deploying US energy technology throughout the world, as opposed to having that void filled by China and Russia, while also improving environmental stewardship."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I am proud to introduce the INVEST Act, a bill that will not only effectively encourage the production of clean energy and reduce carbon emissions, but invest in the American economy." (curtis.house.gov)
  • Rated 100% by American Energy Alliance. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1119 - SENSE Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "American clean energy technology is known for being the most efficient and environmentally friendly around the world. As emissions from outside the US quickly approach 90% of world emissions, exporting US clean energy technology will is an important tool to uplift developing countries out of poverty while reducing global emissions," said Curtis. "The Exporting Clean Energy Act will benefit US national security by strategically deploying US energy technology throughout the world, as opposed to having that void filled by China and Russia, while also improving environmental stewardship." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "H.R. 9 also ignores that, because of innovation and technological improvement, the United States is already leading the world in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Since 2000, the United States has decreased annual carbon dioxide emissions by nearly 800 million tons, the largest absolute decline among all countries since 2000." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Independent Petroleum Association of America. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 9 "Climate Action Now Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "This past year I launched the Conservative Climate Caucus to arm Republicans with a strong energy agenda to fight against radical progressive climate proposals that would hurt our economy, American workers, and national security. The Conservative Climate Caucus has been so successful that it is now the second-largest caucus in Congress. We are making the case that Republicans have better solutions for taking care of the Earth. And our free market solutions make America stronger too." (johncurtis.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1446 "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I support the right of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms, and I exercise that right. As any responsible gun owner knows, we have to do everything within our power to keep weapons out of the hands of criminals and the mentally ill. Like the rest of our Constitution, I believe the 2nd Amendment is a cornerstone of our democracy." (www.johncurtis.org)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to Director Richardson: " We have heard from concerned constituents that the ATF is attempting to restrict the ability of law-abiding Americans to make their own silencers. This ATF attempt to expand the definition of a silencer—like the ATF’s other regulatory actions—is contrary to years of ATF precedent and beyond the scope of the agency’s authority under federal law. We demand that you immediately stop this effort to curtail fundamental Second Amendment rights." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to Director Richardson: " We have heard from concerned constituents that the ATF is attempting to restrict the ability of law-abiding Americans to make their own silencers. This ATF attempt to expand the definition of a silencer—like the ATF’s other regulatory actions—is contrary to years of ATF precedent and beyond the scope of the agency’s authority under federal law. We demand that you immediately stop this effort to curtail fundamental Second Amendment rights." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Nothing is all good or all bad, & this is especially true with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This week's ruling on the Affordable Care Act highlights the need for us to find bipartisan solutions to improve the quality of American health care, especially in light of premium increases and quality of care decline that was caused by the one-sized-fits-all nature of the Affordable Care Act. To that end, I have introduced several bipartisan bills that empower patients by giving them more choice over their health care in addition to increasing access to care through telehealth and by expanding tax-advantaged health-savings accounts. I look forward to continuing to be a leader on these important issues and working across the aisle to find common-sense solutions for hard-working Americans." (twitter.com)
  • "Today I introduced a bill to dramatically expand access to customized & affordable #healthcare for millions of Americans." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "This week, @RepAngieCraig and I introduced legislation to reform the FDA review and approval process for complex generics. The bill will: Increase availability and competition in the market and drive down prescription drug costs" (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)
  • "Congress needs to have the courage to make the changes that are necessary to fix our broken immigration system and secure our border. I am committed to taking my experience back to Washington and work to solve this." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress still has a lot of work to do on securing our border and fixing our outdated immigration laws—I stand ready to work with my colleagues on long-term solutions." (twitter.com)
  • "I’m fighting for effective immigration reform that secures the border once and for all, discourages illegal immigration, helps American businesses get needed workers, keeps families together, fixes immigration laws that make no sense at all, removes unnecessary obstacles to legal immigration, and welcomes law-abiding, productive people into our economy, society, and communities." (johncurtis.org)
  • Rated 92% by NumbersUSA. (votesmart.org)
  • "America is also a nation of laws. We expect immigrants to come here legally and to abide by the law while they are here. We also expect that when we stand up for the rule of law, our laws should make sense and be consistent with our values." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 92% by NumbersUSA. (votesmart.org)
  • "To be clear, this is not, nor do I believe in, amnesty. I believe the principle of restitution is consistent with Utah's values." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I am glad to see #NordStream2 has been halted by Germany in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. must work with NATO and impose the most severe and swift sanctions possible on Russia. We must consider all options at our disposal to stop this attack by Putin." (twitter.com)
  • "Just hours ago, sanctions were placed on foreign officials responsible for human rights abuses in #Xinjiang. I'm proud to have cosponsored the "Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act" which instructed @SecPompeo to impose these sanctions. It's a start, but more can and must be done." (twitter.com)
  • "Putin and the Russian government must be totally and completely isolated. I have worked with colleagues in numerous ways to achieve this. With @RepMalinowski yesterday I introduced the CORRUPT Act to force severe sanctions on Putin’s inner circle." (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)
  • "My office has been in contact with constituents who have family fighting for their lives in Ukraine. As I said on @kslnewsradio, the White House blocking jets to Ukraine is inexcusable. Ukraine must be armed to the teeth to defend its sovereignty." (twitter.com)
  • "One month since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, a lot has changed. I am proud that Congress has found common ground and is united to push the President to do more, including going after cronies and supplying Ukraine with the equipment it needs to destroy the Russian military." (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 98% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Raising taxes, which will hurt economic growth and job creation + hiring 87,000 IRS agents to audit millions of Americans is not the answer to our out of controlled spending, especially in a recession." (twitter.com)
  • "The #TaxCutsandJobsAct has proven not to be Armageddon. 3 million Americans are already seeing the return on their paychecks because we delivered a fairer, simpler, pro-family tax code to give more money back to taxpayers and spur economic growth" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "I am very concerned about what the harsh realities of a rapidly escalating trade war with China will mean for Utah's businesses and families. Watch to see what the experts had to say about China's predatory trade and investment strategy during today's @HouseForeign hearing #utpol" (twitter.com)
  • "I strongly believe that nobody wins a trade war--we are already starting to see the casualties of this trade war with China and these tariffs are just barely starting to be fully implemented. #intltradeconf" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Not a day goes by that I don’t hear from a Utahn worried about how these #tariffs might affect their businesses and make the products that Utah families rely on much more expensive. So, I joined @RepGallagher's bill that would require Congressional approval to adjust imports." (twitter.com)

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