

Cody Harris
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Cody Harris
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 8
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, B.S., 2006
WORK & MILITARY
Liberty Land & Ranch, Broker, 3
United Country - Texas Land & Ranch, Broker, 3
United Country - Southland Realty, Associate Broker, 4
AFFILIATIONS
First Baptist Church of Palestine, Deacon, YMCA of Palestine
Board President, Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce, Vice President
Palestine Young Professionals Network, President, Texas Agricultural Lifetime Leadership (TALL)
Class XV, Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee, Trustee
Palestine Association of Realtors, Board Member & Realtor of the Year, Realtor's Land Institute
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
CONSERVATIVE (1)
National Rifle Association PVF
LIBERAL (1)
American Federation of Teachers AFT Texas
OTHER (1)
Texas Farm Bureau AGFUND
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
National Rifle Association
Texas Association of Realtors - TREPAC
Associated Republicans of Texas
Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers
Texas Farm Bureau AgFund
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Republican Women's Organizations
State Republican Party Organizations
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (7)
Chris Paddie
John Wray
John Zerwas
Kevin Eltife
National Rifle Association
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (6)
American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees
American Federation of Teachers
Association of Texas Professional Educators
International Association of Firefighters (includes national, state & local affiliates)
International Union of Police Associations
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
None
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly Agree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Unemployment is best brought down with the creation of jobs. In order to create jobs, we must create an economic environment which encourages entrepreneurs and small business owners to grow and prosper. We reduce government regulation on business and reduce the tax burden on those who create jobs. As a small business owner, I know first-hand how hard it is to create and grow a business when the government seems to be doing everything it can to prevent economic growth.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
The government should get out of the way as much as possible by reducing regulations on small businesses and reducing the tax burden on businesses and families.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
The first step is to continue to push for a full repeal of Obamacare, or the "Affordable" Care Act. We must open up the insurance markets to allow competition across state lines, which will drive premiums down for families.
NATIONAL SECURITY
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Simply put, the thirst for freedom. Having lived under the oppressive dictates of King George, the Founders knew how to prevent the same oppression from happening in the government they would create. In the same way that I believe God put a longing to be free in every man & woman, I believe He guided the Founders throughout the Revolution and creation of the U.S. Constitution.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Believer, an evangelical Christian, and a Deacon at First Baptist Church Palestine. Biblical principles, which guide us toward holding Conservative values, are part of my core as an individual.
ABOUT YOU
I support using a party caucus to nominate my party's candidate for Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, and I pledge to vote for my party's nominee.
Yes
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I believe that a legislator should make policy decisions through the lens of 1) what do our founding documents have to say about the issue in question and 2) what does the Bible have to say about the issue in question. If the issue in question does not line up with the Bible or the Constitution, then the lawmaker is obliged to oppose it. Conversely, if there is an issues that the Bible or Constitution affirms, then it is the legislator's duty to preserve and promote it.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Rural representation in the Texas Legislature is shrinking. We have to have a candidate who is from the district to be a strong voice for the people of House District 8. I grew up in the district, my wife and I have raised our family in the district, and I've grown my business here. I know the challenges we face as a community and I'll fight to make sure we have a strong voice on issues that affect us.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
codyfortexas@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
If elected, I will fight to ensure that Texas continues to be a beacon of freedom and independence to the rest of the Nation and our world. We must continue to advance the cause of conservative principles if we are to keep this miracle that we all cherish, which we call Texas.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Strongly Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
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