Jennifer Gross

Republican | Ohio

Candidate Profile

Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Jennifer Gross


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

State Representative, Dist. 45


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Jennifer Gross websitesJennifer Gross phones Jennifer Gross emailFacebookXYouTubeLinkedIn

EDUCATION

University of Missouri, Columbia, BSN, 1986

University of Cincinnati - Honors Graduate, Cincinnati, MSN, 2004

University of Cincinnati - PhD Studies, Cincinnati

WORK & MILITARY

United States Air Force, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.), 1987 - 2008

Registered Nurse, 1986 to present

Nurse Practitioner, 2004 to present

Health Coach, Small Business Owner, 2018 to present

AFFILIATIONS

Life Church West Chester, Member, Contributor, Volunteer, Community Pregnancy Center

Contributor, CCV (Citizens for Community Values), Contributor

VFW - Veteran's of Foreign Wars, Life Member, American Legion

Member, Ohio Gun Owners, Member

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Butler County Central Committee, 2018 - 2021

State Representative, Ohio House District 45, 2023 to present

State Representative, Ohio House District 52, 2021 to 2023

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (6)

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

Buckeye Firearms Association-Ohio

Ohio Value Voters

Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio

Restore Liberty

OTHER (1)

Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (5)

Right to Life Action Coalition

Veterans for Trump

Butler County Republican Party

Ohio Republican Party

Butler County Farm Bureau

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (14)

Beth Lear (2024)

Derek Merrin (2024)

Diane Mullins (2024)

Heidi Workman (2024)

Jodi Salvo (2024)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (13)

Derek Merrin (2024)

Jim Renacci (2024)

Kellie Deeter (2023)

Republican Women's Organizations (2022)

Kathy Grossmann (2021)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

American Nurses Association (2019)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)

Building Trades Councils (2022)

International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers (2022)

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers (2022)

Taft Stettinius & Hollister (2022)

United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry (2022)

OTHER INFORMATION

OH Christian Alliance's 2024 Voter Guide

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Never. I believe we should always attempt to save the lives of both the mother and the baby

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

I also believe every woman should be given the pill reversal number which is 1-877-558-0333 when she is given these drugs.

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


ECONOMY

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

Strongly Agree

What is your position on the minimum wage?

Minimum wage falsely sets the value of a certain job or position. Minimum wage should be left up to the business to set. Capitalism works.

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

Under what circumstances can government close churches?

Never.

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

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) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

Medicaid and Medicare should only be available for those who are unable to work and the disabled. The federal government should not require anyone to use Medicare. Additionally, dollars from these programs should not be used for abortion as these programs are funded with taxpayer dollars.

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

Never


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?

Israel is our ally and as such we should remain steadfast in our support and continue to strengthen our ties and support of this nation.


IMMIGRATION

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

Strongly Agree

Because of the open Texas border, cities in Ohio, such as Springfield, are being taxed beyond their resources. This is unacceptable. Ohioans should not bear the burden of those who violate our national sovereignty and invade our cities and disobey our laws to enter our country. I support current federal law which prevents anyone who has been deported from ever becoming a US citizen.


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


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

However, parents do not have the right to sterilize the child or remove healthy body parts. Watchful waiting until the child is an adult is prudent.

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. I believe Jesus died on the cross for my sins. Anyone may choose to follow Christ and that choice must be made freely without coercion. I believe true liberty and freedom are afforded to us only through a God who loves us and delights in the gifts He has given us. God has given us inalienable rights that no man can remove. I believe in religious liberty as mentioned and protected in the US Constitution.


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?

Racism and racists of any kind are bad, but I do not believe it is a threat to our national security.

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, C

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

Nuclear energy. Ohio also has an abundance of natural gas. I believe we need them both.


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?

To protect natural rights, which are the God given rights of men/mankind, with the consent of the governed.

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

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?

I believe in the 2nd amendment of the US constitution which states the 2nd amendment, which is the freedom to bear arms, shall not be infringed.

Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?

Yes

If you are not already receiving our emails, stay up to date with important election alerts, educational articles, and encouraging reminders.

I agree to receive text messages at the phone number provided.