Dennis Paul

Republican | Texas

Candidate Profile*

Conservative

*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Dennis Paul


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

State Rep., Dist. 129


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Dennis Paul websites Dennis Paul emailFacebookX

EDUCATION

University of Houston, Houston, BS - Civil Engineering, 1986

University of Houston, Houston, MS - Civil Engineeing, 1991

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

Structural engineers association of Texas, State board of directors - 10 years., Structural engineers association of Texas

Chaired State Legislative Committee - 8 years, Knights of Columbus, 27 yrs - Held local and State Leadership positions

Space Center Rotary club, 16 years - serving on board of directors - 2 years, St. Bernadette's in Clear Lake City

30 years -Serve as Liturgical Captain, City of Houston, Volunteer for Armand Bayou Clean Water Program

Collage activities, Vice-President of the American Society of Engineer, College actitities

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

SREC Committman, 8

Precinct Chair, 20

Texas State Representative, District 129, 10

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (8)

Texas Right to Life

Texas Home School Coalition (THSC)

Greg Abbott

Life PAC

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

OTHER (2)

Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA PAC)

Texas Alliance for Life PAC (TAL)

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (12)

Republican Women's Organizations (2024)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2023)

American Legislative Exchange Council (2022)

State Republican Party Organizations (2022)

Valoree Swanson (2021)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (47)

Conservative Citizens' Club (2024)

Gary Gates (2024)

James Keffer (2023)

San Jacinto Conservatives (2023)

Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2022)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

Sergio Munoz (2015)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)

Service Employees International Union (2022)

Texas Sands (2022)

United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry (2020)

International Union of Police Associations (2019)

San Antonio Fire and Police Pensioners Association (2014)

OTHER INFORMATION

Candidate graded F by pro-marijuana group NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws).

Candidate completed Alliance Defending Freedom Voter Guide Questionnaire.

The 2023 TX House from right to left according to Rice University analysis.

During 2021 Regular Legislative Session, one of 21 Texas House members who voted FOR HR4, Amendment 10, which would have provided greater transparency on lawmaker actions by requiring record votes in committees.

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

None, I am Pro Life. I will continue supporting pro-life legislation because every life is a precious gift from God. The rights of the unborn must be protected and alternatives to abortion, including adoption, must be made more accessible to women looking for assistance.

Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.

Choose not to answer

I don't believe chemical abortion drugs should be allowed so "safety standards" would not be applicable.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Strongly Disagree


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

Under no circumstances should the government be allowed to close a church...EVER!!

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree


NATIONAL SECURITY

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Strongly Agree

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

For generations the U.S. and Israel have been allies and must remain such. As a Christian, I believe that we must continue to support Israel which promotes our shared Judeo-Christian ethic and heritage. Israel is also a stable ally which supports democracy in the region.


HEALTHCARE

What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

Of the choices provided, option (C) best describes my position:C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

The government, school or employer should never be allowed to require a vaccination of their employee(s)


ECONOMY

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

Strongly Agree

Your property is your home, not the government’s. I believe that protecting property rights is vital for encouraging homeownership and stopping the continuing expansion of government intrusion.

What is your position on the minimum wage?

I am a free market conservative and do not believe in the minimum wage and will never support any bill to increase the existing minimum wage.

Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

No

I have filled many bills in the past to stop the use of ESG polices in Texas.


IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

Strongly Agree

I will continue our state efforts to secure our border and stop more illegal aliens from crossing Texas’ southern border. Hiring more border DPS officers and eliminating all sanctuary cities will not only reduce crime, but also help enforce state and federal immigration laws.


EDUCATION

The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.

Strongly Agree


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

Strongly Disagree


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

The right to bear arms and state rights are two of the most important amendments to the Constitution. We should be able to protect ourselves from violent criminals and the federal government should not intrude upon how states run their affairs. It’s important to protect the 2nd and 10th Amendments and stop liberals from taking these rights away from Texans. I will work to protect and preserve these crucial rights.

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Yes


ABOUT YOU

Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

No

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

No

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

The general purpose of government should be to protect the constitution, promote liberty, protect the citizenry and provide infrastructure. I believe in the principles of limited government, individual responsibility and states rights. I believe that the individual can do much better for themselves, family and business than the government.

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?

Very Conservative


VALUES

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

Strongly Agree

Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.

Strongly Agree

Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

Strongly Disagree

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

Strongly Agree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian conservative who espouses Biblically-based values.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.

Strongly Disagree


EQUALITY

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Communism, radical left-wing ideology (including defund the police efforts) and all attempts to dismantle our Judeo-Christian ethic are threats to domestic security in the United States.

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Strongly Disagree

Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.

Strongly Agree


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.

A and C come closest to my views. A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources.

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

As Texas grows, and our demand for electricity increases, natural gas generation is the most inexpensive way to meet the need. It is reliable and TX has an ample supply.

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