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Brad Wenstrup's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • Rated 0% by Alliance of Retired Americans. (votesmart.org)
  • "So while the House has made significant cuts to the discretionary part of our budget, we will not be on a fiscally sustainable path until we seriously repair the automatic spending programs that make up the bulk of our national spending. Since I came to Congress in 2013, I've consistently supported initiatives that would make much-needed changes to these programs, not only providing stability and security to Americans who rely on them, but also ensuring solvency for future generations while reducing costs for taxpayers." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S 610 "Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "H.R. 1 would use your taxpayer money to pay for politicians’ campaigns. A key provision in the bill is a 6 to 1 taxpayer match on small donor campaign contributions. Your tax dollars should not be used to bankroll political candidates– especially those with whom you may disagree." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "While much of this work needs to be done at the state and local levels, there are steps we can take at the federal level to provide our localities with resources and guidance helpful in preventing injustices. I'm proud to support this results-oriented legislation that will improve transparency, accountability, training, and performance for law enforcement." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Over the last year, 80 members of the armed forces were killed in training mishaps as a direct result of the readiness crisis, attributed to lack of funding, training, or both. This is unacceptable." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Center for Security Policy. (votesmart.org)
  • "The defense budget has been cut by over 20% since 2010, but the world has not become 20% safer. #FY18NDAA #Readiness #DefendOurDefenders" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Council for Citizens Against Government Waste. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The current Biden "infrastructure" proposal is just another tool for Democrats to force through a bunch of unrelated liberal wish list items. We need to let the economy reopen so it can recover —not impose job crushing tax rate hikes." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 5376 "Build Back Better Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Everyone must do their part to slow the spread of COVID-19 and contain this pandemic, and that includes Congress. I commend the Senate for advancing our second coronavirus response bill, which will expand access to free testing for patients who need it and help Americans keep their jobs by increasing support for sick and family leave. This will not be the last action Congress takes to combat this coronavirus. As Americans hunker down and follow CDC guidelines to minimize social contact, Congress continues to work on the next installment of legislation to provide additional relief to the businesses and workers that are struggling," said Congressman Brad Wenstrup." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1319 "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 - Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6074 - Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "Americans are already experiencing inflation – a tax on ALL Americans – due to Democrats out of on control spending. Now, they're talking about spending another $6 trillion that we don't have and our children and grandchildren will have to pay back." (twitter.com)
  • "I appreciated meeting with members of the Home Builders Association of Greater Cincinnati today. Unfortunately, partisan Democrat irresponsible spending has driven up the costs and driven down the supply chain availability of building materials." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 7688 "Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 2547 "Comprehensive Debt Collection Improvement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 95% by American Energy Alliance. (votesmart.org)
  • "This week is #NationalCleanEnergyWeek! I believe America must remain the leader in developing, utilizing, and exporting clean energy technology. I've introduced a bill with @RepDavid to help businesses invest further in cutting-edge technology." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 4447 "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1119 - SENSE Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "Our legislation will help take more pollution out of the air as well as boost the economy without jeopardizing jobs or driving up energy costs for hardworking American families and businesses. It will help more companies enter the carbon capture market by creating certainty and predictability as well as by expanding access to the tax credit," said Congressman Wenstrup. "By incentivizing the private sector to invest in new technology, we can continue meeting our climate goals and solidifying America's role as the leading exporter of climate solutions. I'm proud to lead this effort with Congressman Schweikert and grateful to Leader McCarthy for spearheading this initiative." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Independent Petroleum Association of America. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 2% by League of Conservation Voters. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1119 - SENSE Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "Like so many other Ohioans, he’s frustrated that our constitutional right to keep and bear arms continues to be under attack by liberals. Unfortunately, even recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions reaffirming that the Second Amendment guarantees the individual’s right to keep and bear arms were close votes. That’s why we must be vigilant to ensure that Congress and the courts don’t encroach upon our gun rights first codified by our founders to protect us from tyranny." (usabrad.com)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S 2938 "Bipartisan Safer Communities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Even the calls for "Medicare for All" fail to acknowledge the 40 percent of current seniors choosing Medicare Advantage plans modeled on and run by the private sector. Medicare for All would ban these plans along with private health insurance, because proponents believe government knows better than you. That's the fatal flaw of socialism: ceding the choices in your life to the government." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Medicare-for-all would abolish private health insurance, which currently “covers about 250 million Americans.” That’s the wrong way to get more people care." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 1425 "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Everyone must do their part to slow the spread of COVID-19 and contain this pandemic, and that includes Congress. I commend the Senate for advancing our second coronavirus response bill, which will expand access to free testing for patients who need it and help Americans keep their jobs by increasing support for sick and family leave." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Now, the bill we are debating today is another perfect example of an attempt to expand Big Government, making it harder on the medical community. In this case, it is patients who rely on prescription drugs who stand to lose the most." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "We have learned -- and will continue to learn -- valuable lessons from this public health emergency, and what we do know now is that we must bolster domestic innovation and production of prescription drugs, medical devices, and biological products so we are better prepared in the future. My legislation supports the creation of new American manufacturing jobs while also helping to create a stable supply of critical drugs and medical supplies that are crucial to the health and safety of American patients." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I supported this legislation because it would have solved so many problems facing our nation. It enhances our border security, and promotes a legal immigration system similar to that of our forefathers. It focuses on naturalization and merit, not amnesty. While I am disappointed that The Border Security and Immigration Reform Act did not pass the House, I am encouraged that President Trump supported this legislation and remain committed to finding a legislative solution to fix the problems with our immigration system and national safety," said Congressman Brad Wenstrup." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Mr. Speaker, I rise to support the security and the safety of all our fellow Americans. The fact of the matter is that border security isn't or shouldn't be a partisan issue. That is why many of my colleagues from across the aisle have actually supported border security and fencing in the past. The fact is, this is an American issue that affects every part of our Nation, sometimes in very visible ways, sometimes in ways less visible. I represent southern and southwestern Ohio, not a border State, but it is deeply and tragically impacted by the lack of border security." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 91% by NumbersUSA. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6136 "Border Security and Immigration Reform Act of 2018" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 89% by NumbersUSA. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3004 "Kate's Law" (votesmart.org)
  • "I supported this legislation because it would have solved so many problems facing our nation. It enhances our border security, and promotes a legal immigration system similar to that of our forefathers. It focuses on naturalization and merit, not amnesty. While I am disappointed that The Border Security and Immigration Reform Act did not pass the House, I am encouraged that President Trump supported this legislation and remain committed to finding a legislative solution to fix the problems with our immigration system and national safety," said Congressman Brad Wenstrup." (votesmart.org)
  • "As a cosponsor of the Never Yielding Europe's Territory (NYET) Act (H.R. 6742), which would impose real costs on the Putin regime by enacting severe sanctions and provide support for Ukraine before, during, and after Russian escalation, I am pleased to see many of America's allies taking action to this extent. I urge the Biden administration to do the same. This administration is in no position to speak on sovereignty given their handling of Southern Border." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I served alongside the Kurds during my tour of duty in Iraq, and they have been loyal friends to America. For years, Kurdish fighters have led the fight against ISIS terrorists and detained ISIS prisoners, reducing the need for more American boots on the ground. Now, this is the Kurds' hour of need. Turkey must account for their military actions which harm our allies, threaten to free thousands of ISIS prisoners, and bring greater instability to the region," (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4695 "Protect Against Conflict by Turkey (PACT) Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6968 "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Over the last year, the United States has committed to provide more than $15 billion in security and humanitarian aid to defend Ukrainian territory. We applaud the efforts made so far, but the work is not done. We acknowledge there are risks that come with every decision made in times of conflict, but as we stand united in support of Ukraine's democracy and sovereignty, we must swiftly transfer the aircraft and air-defense systems Ukraine needs -- all while ensuring we are not drawn into a direct conflict with an increasingly dangerous Russia. As stated in our letter, we are ready to assist the Administration in any way necessary to accomplish this goal." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Vladimir Putin's unprovoked and unjustified full-scale attack on Ukrainian democracy and sovereignty is beyond the pale," said Congressman Wenstrup. "The world must know that Russia's actions exclude them from any legitimate seat in the international community. I'm proud to introduce this resolution with my colleague, Representative Crow, reaffirming the House's unequivocal backing of the Ukrainian people, our commitment to working with our allies and partners of the free world to ensure Ukraine is equipped to defend itself, and unwavering support for a secure, democratic, and independent Ukraine." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 3522 "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "As our country competes with the rest of the world in a 21st century global economy, it is essential that our tax policies do the same, and offer the opportunities for businesses of all sizes to grow, thrive, create jobs and increase take-home pay for hard working Americans so that they may seek their dreams. Our legislation was crafted with relief for working families and the middle class in mind." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This package of bills is an investment in the long-term health of the economy, in family and retirement savings, and in our innovative future. The House of Representatives is proactively reforming a political culture in Washington that only updates our tax code once in a generation, and I hope the Senate will follow suit. I am hopeful that this is just the beginning of a new, nimble tax policy that is constantly improving for the benefit of all Americans," (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "I am pleased that the United States, Mexico, and Canada have come together in agreement on a modern trade agreement for our modern economy. Ultimately, our goal in establishing trade deals must always be expanding and strengthening the American economy. It appears that positive strides were made on a number of issues that U.S. job creators have raised in regard to the existing agreement with these critical trading partners." (votesmart.org)
  • "Since its establishment nearly twenty years ago, the CBPTA has provided the dual benefit of expanding U.S. exports while stimulating job growth and economic development in these Caribbean nations," Wenstrup said. "It is my pleasure to join Rep. Sewell in maintaining these critical trade partnerships by extending the CBPTA for another ten years." (sewell.house.gov)
  • "The #USMCA puts America at the forefront of modern auto production. It updates auto supply chains to encourage suppliers to use more U.S.-made goods and produce new energy and autonomous vehicles in the United States." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Canada-Mexico Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)

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