
Travis Stauffer
Republican | Pennsylvania
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Travis Stauffer
Party
Republican
Election Year
2020
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 104
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Summit International School of Ministry, GRANTVILLE, Diploma in biblical and missionary studies, 2001
Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, 2018
WORK & MILITARY
Elco Floor Covering, Flooring Installer/Crew Leader, 7
Dutchway Farm Market, General Manager, 6
Summit International School of Ministry, Maintenance Supervisor, 3
AFFILIATIONS
Tri-County Worship Center, Deacon, Richland Church of the Brethren
Elder
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
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
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Never.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Did not answer
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.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
When separation of church and state was first mentioned it was from a cultural perspective of tyrannical governments that forced a specific type of religion/sect/or specific church on its people. It was enforced through prison, abuse, and even execution. When Thomas Jefferson first mentioned this it was not to keep men's personal beliefs out of government but to keep government from forcing their religious beliefs on the people. It was never meant to keep them from praying in government buildings. Praying in schools or public. The statement of Separation of Church and State is nothing more then trying to keep the government from controlling the way people worship.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Did not answer
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
IMMIGRATION
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
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Anyone who passes a strict vetting process should be allowed to enter. There may be circumstances and small windows of time where the government may deny people from a specific country because of relational tensions between the two countries.
EDUCATION
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a born again Christian. I believe Jesus died on a cross to take the punishment for our sin. Three days later he rose from the grave winning victory over death. God wants to restore the relationship that was lost in the garden through sin. His gift is free to all who believe and give their lives to him.
ABOUT YOU
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.
Econimically- Whether personal, state, or federal you just cannot spend what you don't have. A balance budget is always best. Immigration - No country is safe with open borders. We have a process to legally come into the United States. That process is legal and good. Every foreigner that wants to immigrate to this country should be properly vetted to ensure safety for the citizens of our country. I have no problem with legal immigration. That is how our country became what it is today.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have at least 10 years experience in management. For several years I successfully managed around 100 employees.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
NO!
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I have a passion for people. I am not looking for this office to be a career politician. But I am looking to serve the people. I know the struggles that individuals go through and decided we don't need another politician running for office. We need someone who can identify with the people who is willing to fight on behalf of the people. I am a husband of almost 17 years and a father of 7. I decided if I see a need then I need to be willing to do it.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
We already have strong restrictions. I do not see a need for more restrictions on gun ownership.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
Property Tax Elimination Boost Jobs in Pennsylvania Education Reform
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Anytime there is racial tension it causes a threat to the security of the people.
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