U.S. Representative, District 27
As per the Constitution, the U.S. House of Representatives makes and passes federal laws. The House is one of Congress’s two chambers (the other is the U.S. Senate), and part of the federal government’s legislative branch. The number of voting representatives in the House is fixed by law at no more than 435, proportionally representing the population of the 50 states.Elected to a two-year term, each representative serves the people of a specific congressional district by introducing bills and serving on committees, among other duties.
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Chris Hatley
(Rep)
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Michael Cloud
(Rep)
What training, experience, and characteristics qualify you for this position?
What is your view of a legislator's role in protecting First Amendment rights to free speech and peaceful assembly?
What is your position on Congress’s role regarding tariffs and their potential impact on American consumers and businesses?
How would you ensure America has reliable, affordable energy while protecting the environment?
What role should the federal government play in promoting a healthy American population, and what steps would you take to ensure that healthcare is affordable and accessible for all Americans?
My father instilled in me a strong sense of duty and honor. Duty, honor, and country continue to drive me to service. Attending the United States Military Academy at West Point and serving in the military have given me a unique perspective on the roles of the instruments of national power. I swore an oath to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic, and I take that oath seriously. Serving in Congress is required of me because that oath remains in effect.
Amendment I: “Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech … or the right of the people to peaceably assemble ….” Congress cannot make laws that abridge freedom of speech; exceptions include incitement, defamation, obscenity, and child pornography. Peaceable assembly is protected, but rioting and lawlessness are not and are subject to applicable laws. In general, Congress must exercise great care to ensure that the First Amendment rights of all Americans are protected.
Article I, Section 8, gives Congress the authority to impose tariffs. However, Congress delegated some authority to the president. Many of the current tariffs on foreign goods are to counter protectionist tariffs. This can mean higher prices for consumers, but it may also mean lower federal income taxes. U.S. businesses will begin manufacturing products, which can lead to economic growth and jobs in the United States. Finally, tariffs may be necessary for national security.
Our plan must be pragmatic and reduce regulations and permitting requirements so that producers can invest in more efficient energy sources. Natural resources of oil, gas, and coal will allow the U.S. to produce energy until other energy sources become more efficient and cost-effective. Nuclear power is another efficient energy producer that should be integrated into an overall energy plan. Government subsidies for inefficient renewables must be reduced because America must cut spending. Finally, everything we do must require responsible stewardship of our environment.
HHS is removing harmful additives from our food supply. We must also remove petroleum-based and synthetic food dyes from our food supply. The Affordable Care Act is not fiscally feasible without significant government subsidies. These subsidies went to insurance companies regardless of whether insured Americans used their insurance. However, Congress recently passed legislation to improve the viability of government-provided healthcare. While we make adjustments to our healthcare system, we must ensure that the most vulnerable have access to quality healthcare.
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