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Lori Chavez-DeRemer's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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On The Ballot: Running, Republican for U.S. House (OR) - District 5

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  • Rated 100% by National Right to Life Committee (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 26: "Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act secures over 3,400 jobs and $292 million in wages through critical R&D investments. I was proud to vote for the bill, which received broad bipartisan support when it passed the House last week!" (x.com)
  • "Last week, the House passed a commonsense, bipartisan tax relief package that will help make life more affordable for hardworking Oregon families." (x.com)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • Rated 100% by FreedomWorks (None)
  • "Last week, the House passed a commonsense, bipartisan tax relief package that will help make life more affordable for hardworking Oregon families." (x.com)
  • "The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act secures over 3,400 jobs and $292 million in wages through critical R&D investments. I was proud to vote for the bill, which received broad bipartisan support when it passed the House last week!" (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "I respect & support our police officers who put their lives on the line every day to protect us. But this incident reminds us that all humans are capable of evil acts. The officers involved must be held accountable. They've rightfully been fired & face criminal charges." (x.com)
  • "I will always Back the Blue — in recognition of National Police Week, I’ve cosponsored several bipartisan bills to ensure law enforcement receive the well-earned benefits they need and deserve." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4365: "Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "I was proud to support the NDAA, which includes a historic pay raise for our troops, additional tools to disrupt fentanyl trafficking, and critical support for Israel!" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2670: "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2811: "Limit, Save, Grow Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "This evening, I voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act to avoid default and enact overdue, pragmatic spending policies. I’m optimistic that this legislation will mark the beginning of a new era of fiscal responsibility in DC." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3746: "Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • "While I recognize the importance of expanding affordable housing as one way to tackle the homelessness crisis, I believe this other critical component — treating addiction and mental illness — has been largely ignored for too long." (x.com)
  • "Addressing the homelessness crisis is one of my top priorities. I'm working on legislation that would help provide the unsheltered population with needed care so they can transition off the streets and into safe and stable housing." (x.com)
  • "My bill to reduce homelessness among veterans just passed the House with bipartisan support! The HOME Act will: Provide more support for transitional housing services. Provide direct financial assistance to homeless veterans" (x.com)
  • "Oregonians continue feeling the pinch of inflation. In Congress, I’ve voted for bipartisan legislation that will hold the administration accountable for executive orders that contribute to higher prices. I’ll continue working to make life more affordable." (x.com)
  • "As the cost of college continues to rise, it’s clear we must work to ensure transparency in financial aid, lower student loan debt, and protect borrowers." (x.com)
  • "Last week, I helped introduce the bipartisan Student Loan Disclosure Transparency Act. Our bill would ensure students have accurate information on the true overall cost of their education – empowering students to make informed financial decisions." (x.com)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Voted in favor of HR 21: "Strategic Production Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "40% of our emergency oil stockpile has been drained. It’s clear Congress needs to act—that’s what the American people expect. The Strategic Production Response Act supports domestic energy production & protects our emergency reserves." (x.com)
  • "The Lower Energy Costs Act is a comprehensive and commonsense proposal that would lower costs for Oregon families by unleashing American energy. It also paves the way for projects that would directly benefit Oregon." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1: "Lower Energy Costs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Gun Owners of America (None)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association (None)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "The prescription drug industry's middlemen engage in practices that pad their profits at the expense of patients. I'm working with a bipartisan group of my colleagues to bring much-needed transparency to the industry" (x.com)
  • "The HELP Copays Act would protect patients by preventing PBMs from raising out-of-pocket costs for prescription medications. I’ll continue working on commonsense legislation that will help make health care more affordable for Oregonians." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5378: "Lower Costs, More Transparency Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 2: "Secure the Border Act of 2023" (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 80% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5525: "Continuing Appropriations and Border Security Enhancement Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "Our national parks are sacred & shouldn't be used to house immigrants who've crossed the border illegally, & your tax dollars certainly shouldn't be used to fund these efforts. That's why I voted to prohibit federal funds from being used to house these individuals on public land." (x.com)
  • Rated 80% by NumbersUSA (None)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6126: "Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "I just voted to support Israel by providing our ally with emergency military assistance" (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 340: "Hamas International Financing Prevention Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5692: "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024" (votesmart.org)
  • "For too long, the Chinese Communist Party has taken our intellectual property, stolen consumer data through apps like TikTok, and engaged in deceptive trade practices – expanding their power and influence at America’s expense." (x.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7521: "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" (votesmart.org)

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