Robert "Bob" Behning
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile*
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Robert "Bob" Behning
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General & Special CD 2
Race
State Rep., Dist. 91
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Indiana University, Indianapolis, BS Marketing, 1976
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Calvary Lutheran Church and School, Spiritual Care member, usher, choir member, former Ex Director, former School Board Chair, Republican party
Precinct Committeeman and Ward Chair, National Conference of State Legislatures, Former co-chair education committee, original member of International Study Group
Stanford University Hoover Institute, Member of Hoover Institute Practitioners Council
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representatives House Dist 91, 1992-present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS*
CONSERVATIVE (2)
National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF
Indiana Right to Life
OTHER (1)
*Indy Chamber
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Indiana Right to Life (awaiting other endorsements)
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (6)
Dan Coats (2010)
Eric Holcomb (2016)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
State Republican Party Organizations (2021)
WinRed (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (18)
All Children Matter PAC (2008)
Big "I" Political Action Committee (2010)
Big Red PAC (2013)
Big Red Political Action Committee (2014)
Brian Bosma (2022)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
American Wind Energy Association (2013)
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers (2012)
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates) (2022)
Stand for Children (2021)
OTHER INFORMATION
Voted Yes for House Roll Call Vote 1337 pro-life 2016 which was the final concurrence vote in the Indiana House on a pro-life bill from this session that banned abortion because of race, gender or disability and also mandated that abortion clinics must dispose of aborted babies through a relationship with a funeral home via either burial or cremation. Currently they are allowed to treat aborted baby bodies as "medical waste". Voted No for House Roll Call Vote HJR 3 to remove 2nd sentence of the Marriage Amendment 2014 which defined marriage as between one man and one woman. HJR 3 stripped the Marriage Amendment of its second sentence, which essentially killed the constitutional process. Voted No for SB 20 sexual orientation 2016 which is an amendment to a bill in the Indiana House that would have added special protections for "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" into state law.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
I believe in the sanctity of life and have always voted to protect the unborn. I strongly support life saving alternatives to abortion, especially adoption.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive 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
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Freedom of religion is guaranteed under the First Amendment. I voted for Senate Enrolled Act 263 (2021), which prohibits the state or other government bodies from restricting the right to worship in person, classifying religious gatherings as essential.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
We need a strong military and police force to secure Hoosier family values. I have supported legislation for enhanced penalties for weapons of mass destruction.
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
C.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Vaccination requirements should not be allowed without exemptions for deeply held religious beliefs or medical reasons. Decisions on whether to be vaccinated should be made by the individual and the medical provider of their choosing.
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I believe we should reduce taxes such as income taxes and leave more money in the hands of hardworking Hoosiers. I co-authored legislation that would produce the largest tax cut in Indiana history.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Indiana has a strong fiscal foundation thanks to Republican leadership maintaining responsible reserves. Over $545 million is being returned via the Automatic Taxpayer Refund.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
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?
The US should create a merit system of immigration which would allow people to immigrate based on policy rather than open borders.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I authored legislation to establish school choice in Indiana and will continue to empower families to make the educational choices that best meet the needs of their child.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Strongly Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None. I have faithfully supported constitutional carry.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To ensure liberty and justice for all.
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
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
NO
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
As your representative, I will always protect the lives of the unborn, defend our Second Amendment rights, and empower parents to choose the best education for their children.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior who died on the cross and rose again for my sins. My faith is an integral part of who I am and guides me throughout my life.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
Require first time absentee voters to provide photo ID. I have great concerns over voter security including vote harvesting, blanket absentee voting, and same day registration. I will continue to fight for election integrity.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
The Constitution requires we treat everyone equally.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
A.
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
