
Matthew "Matt" Bundy
Republican | Idaho
Candidate Profile
Moderate
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Matthew "Matt" Bundy
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Republican Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 8A
Incumbent
Yes
EDUCATION
Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, B.A., 1982
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, M.A., 1984
University of idaho, Moscow, Idaho, Ed.S., 2016
WORK & MILITARY
United States Air Force, Lieutenant Colonel, Aviation, 1984-2004
AFFILIATIONS
LDS Church, Multiple leadership positions and instructional duties, Youth Athletic Coach
Baseball and basketball coach, Mountain Home Economic Development Conmmittee, Volunteer Commissioner
Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Committee, Community Affairs
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Mountain Home City Council, 2016 - 2022
Idaho State Representative, 2020 - present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Idaho State Representative, 2020- present
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
Idaho Farm Bureau Federation PAC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (8)
Idaho Food Producers/ Entails over 70 different food producing groups
Idaho Agriculture and Commerce Association
Fraternal Order of Policemen
Professional Firefighters
Idaho Dairymen
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
James Holtzclaw (2023)
Scott Bedke (2022)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Scott Bedke (2023)
Mike Moyle (2022)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (2022)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am not in favor of elective abortion.
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.
Choose not to answer
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
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 is a market driven question. Employers will pay a fair wage based on qualifications and worker availability and desire.
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?
Government should not close churches. The decision to close churches, if necessary, should be left up to the decision of the individual churches.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Agree
If there reason is a discernable religious belief, they should not be forced to provide a service.
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.
I primarily agree with C. I do feel, in certain cases, someone may need help in finding adequate medical services and insurance. Hopefully that can be done primarily through volunteer organizations.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Only in cases where the need is for healthcare workers or other types of specific jobs that mandate certain medical procedures to successfully accomplish the required duties.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Disagree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. They are the lone country in that region that supports government ideals that are similar to the United States. We also have an obligation th ensure Israel remains a strong and independent nation.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Choose not to answer
VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Agree
Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
Strongly Agree
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.
Agree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I have been faithful and active my entire life in my Christian denomination.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No. We have made great strides in our ability as a nation to move past racial differences. We will continue to move forward as we work together and recognize people for their abilities and values.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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.
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.
C
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
In our area, hydro has become a great source of energy. We should continue to use fossil fuels and also expand our wind and sun power resources.
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 the freedoms of our citizens and to provide basic services to people that they cannot provide for themselves.
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?
Conservative
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Gun ownership is a protected 2nd Amendment Right.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Yes, when trained and responsible in their duties.
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