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Chris Stewart's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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Issue Positions

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  • "Despite the lack of publicity, the U.S. Senate will soon be voting on a bill to ban abortions after 5 months of pregnancy. At this stage, babies can hear sound, sense light, and feel pain. I encourage my colleagues in the Senate to approve this bill. #utpol #ProLife" (twitter.com)
  • "It is unbelievable to me that someone would argue that: you could take a child moments before birth, pull him from his mother's protection, and destroy that life; take away any chance he has of having any happiness in this world; take away any chance he has of being loved in this world. [It is unbelievable] that you would suggest that and not call it evil." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee. (justfacts.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)
  • "Along with reducing our national debt, these reforms will strengthen the longevity of entitlement programs (like social security, medicare and medicaid) so future retirees will receive the benefits they need. Reviewing all federal spending, including entitlements, will require courage, but is necessary to ensure the fiscal stability of our country." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 6% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "We all have a desire to live up to the aspirational ideals upon which our country was founded. The solution to these problems will not come from violence, looting or hate. Justice will not be served by abolishing the police. Understanding will not result from arguing on social media. The solutions lie in coming together, not standing apart. We are one nation with a shared commitment to the notion that all men are created equal and are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights. I believe these words. God did create us equal. But imperfect men and institutions have sometimes failed to maintain God's intention of equality. But we can become equal. We can become one by treating one another as the brothers and sisters we are." (votesmart.org)
  • "I support law enforcement and always will. Yes, we need reform and no one wants positive change more than the police themselves. These men and women make our communities strong, safe, and stand up when peace is threatened." (twitter.com)
  • "We are in a generational moment. I don’t think since the 1960s have we had a moment like we have today where we actually go in and fix some of these problems. We have the opportunity to make meaningful reforms while still supporting our law enforcement." (twitter.com)
  • "Because it is a dangerous world, we ask a lot of our military. We owe it to them to provide these brave men and women the necessary equipment, training, and resources they need to keep us safe." (votesmart.org)
  • "During today's House Budget Committee mark up hearing, I will propose an amendment to increase the defense cap level which is critical to our nation's security. Watch live here:" (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by Center for Security Policy. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • "Furthermore, we do not want to leave future generations with worn-down highways and waterways, along with crippling debt." (votesmart.org)
  • "I originally ran for Congress to help this country reprioritize fiscal responsibility. And from the day I took my oath of office, I have been consistent on this issue. Under Presidents Obama and Trump, and now under President Biden, I always advocated for more responsible spending. Sadly, despite the warning signs, we continue to recklessly spend taxpayer money. This behavior will not just burden our children and grandchildren with excessive public debt, either. This problem is immediate, and the bill is coming due. It is Congress' duty to put the budget on path to balance, control the debt, and subsequently allow economic growth. A $3.5 trillion reconciliation package is a massive step in the wrong direction." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Stimulus spending, bailouts for Wall Street, local education, AMTRAK, alternative energy development, transportation programs the list of federal spending programs that can be cut can go on and on. The inability of the federal government to balance its budget is irresponsible and devastating to our economic growth. Worse, we are recklessly enslaving our children and grandchildren with unsustainable debt." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "The CARES Act provides American workers, families, and businesses with vital resources during this economic crisis." (twitter.com)
  • "This additional rescue package is critical to our future, but it comes at a hefty cost. I recognize the dire need for assistance, given the unprecedented circumstances surrounding this pandemic, but the scope of this economic relief is truly frightening. Congress must immediately act to address our debt and spending. I call on my colleagues to join with me in tackling this most pressing issue." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This is an unprecedented time in our nation's history. We're facing an invisible enemy that has affected every American in one way or another. Millions have lost their jobs and millions are worried about their health and livelihood. The provisions in this rescue package are imperative to helping families and small businesses survive the next few months. This is an essential lifeline that will give Americans support and hope." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Democrats can make all the excuses they want, but there's one thing to blame for inflation: Their own policies." (twitter.com)
  • "Last month, inflation increased by nearly twice what economic forecasters predicted. Americans can't afford President Biden's tax-and-spend agenda. We need to stop printing money and start empowering the American worker." (twitter.com)
  • "President Biden's cure for inflation is worse than the disease. @POTUS: stop spending taxpayer money." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against H.R. 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against H.R. 2547 "Comprehensive Debt Collection Improvement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "H.R. 1 is intended to expand access to the ballot box and "take big money out of politics". One of the ways this bill attempts to accomplish this is by using federal tax dollars to fund elections. Small donations, for example, are given a 6:1 match from the Federal Government. This legislation also grants additional federal jurisdiction to elections, by forcing states to adopt same-day and online voter registration. State voter ID laws are disregarded under H.R. 1, allowing sworn statements to take the place of other forms of ID at the voting booth. Despite these requirements, no additional protections against criminal fraud are added pertaining to elections. It also prohibits certain inaccurate statements regarding federal elections or candidates in federal elections." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause (justfacts.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)
  • Rated 100% by American Energy Alliance. (votesmart.org)
  • "Utah is home to some of the best geothermal resources, a great renewable energy source. This is exciting news from @utahforge which will help bring more jobs to rural Utah." (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)
  • "The Biden administration's arbitrary decision to suspend oil and gas leasing and permitting on federal lands is a serious mistake that will harm the same small Utah businesses that are already hurting from the pandemic. This action perpetuates the very discord between rural and urban Americans that the President spoke out against in his inauguration speech. Although it is routine for an incoming administration to pause high-level agency decisions while agency leaders get into place, such a widespread suspension of routine permitting decisions normally made in the field is unprecedented." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Independent Petroleum Association of America. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to Administrator Pruitt: "For over a decade, the American people have been forced to live with the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a well-intentioned but deeply flawed policy that has negatively impacted families and businesses across the United States. When the RFS was first passed in 2005, it was designed to reduce our country's dependence on foreign oil, to protect the environment, and to revitalize rural America. However, as we look in the rear-view mirror, it's clear that the RFS accomplished none of these goals." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 9 "Climate Action Now Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "I uphold the right of individuals to keep and bear arms. Lawful gun ownership enables Americans to exercise their God-given right of self-defense.Gun control is not the way to prevent tragedies and will likely only make it harder for law-abiding citizens to protect themselves against evil in the world.I will not support any current bump-stock bill without revisions to preserve historical access to unmodified weapons." (stewartforutah.com)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (NRA). (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The gun debate deserves real introspection, and thoughtful reaction guided by the facts and respect for the Constitution." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.Amdt 1098 - Prohibits District of Columbia from Implementing Certain Firearm Laws. (votesmart.org)
  • "#MedicareForAll creates a one-size-fits-all system that eliminates choice. Patients would be compelled to have the health care that the government chooses. One single plan does NOT fit all." (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)
  • "We must replace #obamacare w/ House GOP plan that will actually lower costs & provide more healthcare choices" (twitter.com)
  • "Millions of Americans work at a small business and don’t have access to paid leave, forcing workers to choose between their paycheck, their health, and the health of the people around them. If you get sick, this bill will give you two weeks of paid leave." (twitter.com)
  • "The President is committed to improving the lives of working families—including lowering the cost of healthcare, paid family leave, and expanding access to affordable childcare." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "Transparency with prescription drugs, rebuilding our nation's infrastructure, and parental leave are just a few of the President's proposals that should enjoy broad bipartisan support. I'm ready to get to work and hope my Democratic colleagues will join me. This is a critical time in our history. We must be willing to work together to keep our nation from falling into a pit of anger and mistrust. While great things are happening, we must do more to come together to work on behalf of American people." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • 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)
  • "Border security is national security. And there's no way around our unfortunate reality: This is a crisis. President Biden needs to reverse his destructive Executive Orders and reinstate the policy that proved to work. This is too important to keep ignoring." (twitter.com)
  • "Border security is national security." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 77% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "You can't laugh off or wish away a humanitarian and national security crisis. We know how to secure our southern border. The Biden Administration needs to reverse their Executive Orders that created this mess." (twitter.com)
  • "Illegal immigrants living in the United States should not be allowed to hold citizenship in this country until returning to their home countries and following established U.S. immigration procedures. Along with this, local communities should not be allowed to provide sanctuary to illegal immigrants." (stewartforutah.com)
  • "Never allow a pathway for citizenship for anyone who has entered the country illegally." (votesmart.org)
  • "The difficulties individuals face on their journey, especially the children, are heart breaking. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I've voted many times to support keeping children with their parents whenever possible. I am pro families. I am pro legal immigration." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Disappointed that the President chose not to impose sanctions on Russia after the House and Senate voted to do so. We need to keep pressure on these thugs." (twitter.com)
  • "The U.S. and allies should impose the strongest possible sanctions and export controls to cripple Russia’s ability to make war. We should also be sending arms and communication equipment to support a Ukrainian insurgency. Putin’s barbarity must be punished swiftly and severely." (twitter.com)
  • "Today I voted to reinstate sanctions on certain Russian companies. I am not convinced that they have met the necessary requirements. I disagree with the President. The sanctions must remain in place." (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)
  • "President Biden shouldn't have to be prodded by Congress, Allies, and public opinion to do more to help Ukraine. He needs to start leading more decisively - and not with the goal of a military stalemate, but with the goal of Ukrainian victory." (twitter.com)
  • "Putin does not fear bordering troops, light sanctions or President Biden, but there is one clear path to beating back Russian aggression: A well-armed, well-organized Ukrainian resistance." (twitter.com)
  • "The U.S. and allies should impose the strongest possible sanctions and export controls to cripple Russia’s ability to make war. We should also be sending arms and communication equipment to support a Ukrainian insurgency. Putin’s barbarity must be punished swiftly and severely." (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)
  • "President Biden wants to make America number one...in taxes. If his $4 trillion spending bill passes, the U.S. will officially have the highest combined federal and state personal income tax rate in the developed world." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 90% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Talking tax reform w prez. Going to do it! First time in more than 30 years! Help millions of Americans! Do your taxes on a post card. A beautiful thing! (Can't imagine being a Democrat and telling voters I'm not going to give you a tax cut.)" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 1 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Public Citizen. (votesmart.org)
  • "#USMCA is a win for America and Utah's Second District. This agreement will benefit our auto, healthcare, and agriculture industries (among many more!) This is an important step in boosting the economy, creating jobs, and increasing wages. We must pass #USMCAnow" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "We must pass USMCA. This newer and stronger trade deal will create 176,000 new jobs--with thousands of those coming to Utah, expand our markets, and give us a competitive edge in the global economy." (twitter.com)

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