

Andy Harris
Republican | Maryland
Candidate Profile*
Verified Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Andy Harris
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
General
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 1
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, B.S., 1977
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, M.D., 1980
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MHS, 1995
WORK & MILITARY
Navy Reserve Medical Corps, Commander, 1988-2005
AFFILIATIONS
Pregnancy Center North
Contributor, Choices Pregnancy Center, Contributor
Center for Pregnancy COncerns, Contributor
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Senator (Maryland), 1999-2011
Congressman, 2011-current
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (8)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
*Eagle Forum PAC
Campaign for Working Families
Citizens United Political Victory Fund
House Freedom Fund (HFF)
OTHER (1)
American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC PAC)
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (238)
House Freedom Action (2024)
Mazi Melesa Pilip (2024)
National Republican Congressional Committee Joint Campaigns (2024)
Neil Parrott (2024)
Reggie Stoltzfus (2024)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (170)
America's Future Together (2024)
Bob Goodlatte (2024)
Bulldog PAC (2024)
Electing Majority Making Effective Republicans (2024)
House Freedom Fund (2024)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (6)
American Maritime Officers (2024)
National Air Traffic Controllers Association (2024)
Jeffrey A. Legum (2023)
Protect Our Future (2018)
Service Employees International Union (2018)
OTHER INFORMATION
Key Votes from Vote Smart.
Candidate's "F" grade from pro-marijuana group, National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML)
This candidate voted against HR 8404 repealing the Defense of Marriage Act. This vote indicates the candidate holds a position that supports traditional marriage.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
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.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
rape, incest, life of the mother
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
15 week limit
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Cut federal spending
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
the state cannot declare an official religion
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
health care facility, with religious opt-out
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.
B
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
B
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. They are a vital ally in the region.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
a woke military
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Needed skills for our economy, immediate family members of citizens
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
VALUES
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
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
Chrisitian
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
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
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear and natural gas
ABOUT YOU
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
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Federal government is national defense
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
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
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?
Violent criminals should not own guns
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