Michael Echols

Republican | Louisiana

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Michael Echols — State Rep., Dist 14 (Louisiana Primary | October 14, 2023)
U.S. Rep., Dist. 5 Louisiana Primary | November 3, 2026
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Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

EDUCATION

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WORK & MILITARY

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CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (3)

Washington Parish Republican Executive Committee RPEC

Tangipahoa Parish Executive Committee of the Republican Party TANGI-GOP

Energy Dominance Political Action Committee

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (33)

Julia Letlow (2026)

State Republican Party Organizations (2026)

WinRed (2026)

Donald Trump (2024)

Trump National Committee JFC, INC. (2024)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (15)

Continuing America's Strength & Security (2026)

Eddie Rispone (2026)

GOPAC (2026)

Lawrence Bagley (2026)

Romero PAC (2026)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

Carling Dinkler (2019)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)

Adrian Fisher (2026)

Carling Dinkler (2026)

OTHER INFORMATION

2026 Louisiana Open Primary 5th District Congressional Forum

Michael Echols completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. 

Recognized by Louisiana Health Freedom as a legislator who is a Champion of Health Freedom

 One of 69 Republicans who voted to override Democrat Governor John Bel Edwards’s veto and reinstate House Bill 648 called the “Stop Harming Our Kids Act,” which shields children from life-altering sex-change procedures. Source: HB648 (la.gov)

Citizens for a New Louisiana scorecard for Representative Michael Echols.

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.

Strongly Agree

The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.

Strongly Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Never

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Disagree

The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.

Strongly Agree


ECONOMY

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

Strongly Agree

People who can afford to pay more taxes should do so in order to provide relief for working families.

Disagree

The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.

Strongly Agree

List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.

My top priorities to eliminate government waste are accountability, efficiency, and focusing government on its core responsibilities. 1. Audit every agency and program for performance. 2.Cut bureaucracy and reduce administrative bloat. 3. Require competitive bidding and stronger contract oversight. 4. Prioritize core services over pet projects. 5. Use technology to modernize operations and reduce costs.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

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

Strongly Disagree

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

to me, separation of church and state means no government-established religion, but it does not mean separation of faith from public life. Religious liberty is one of our most fundamental freedoms, and Americans should be able to live out their faith openly without government interference or discrimination.


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.

Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary.

The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.

Strongly Disagree


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 United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny.

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?

Yes, the United States’ relationship with Israel is important. Israel is one of America’s strongest and most reliable allies in the Middle East. It is a democratic nation that shares many of our values, including the rule of law, free elections, religious liberty, and a commitment to fighting terrorism. In a region that is often unstable, Israel serves as a critical strategic partner for intelligence sharing, military cooperation, and regional security

Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.

Strongly Agree


IMMIGRATION

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

The U.S. should welcome legal immigrants who respect our laws, can contribute to the country, and are willing to assimilate into American civic life.

I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.

Strongly Disagree


EDUCATION

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree

Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.

Strongly Agree


VALUES

Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.

Strongly Agree

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.

My spiritual beliefs are grounded in the Catholic faith. I believe in one God. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and in Jesus Christ his only son as my Lord and Savior. I believe that faith is not only something we profess, but something we are called to live out daily through prayer, humility, service, and love of neighbor.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree


EQUALITY

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

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

The most reliable way to meet growing electricity demand is an all-of-the-above strategy led by natural gas and nuclear power.


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

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


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.

Strongly Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

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

The right to keep and bear arms is fundamental, and restrictions should be narrowly focused on people who pose a real threat, not on law-abiding citizens. I support enforcing current laws, prosecuting felons who use guns in crimes, strengthening background check reporting where required by law, and improving mental health and school security. The answer is not more government overreach or blanket gun control, but targeted action against criminals and dangerous individuals

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