Ryan Higgins
Republican | Missouri
Candidate Profile*
Leans Conservative
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Ryan Higgins
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
General
Race
State Representative, Dist. 98
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Candidate did not provide
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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Race
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (5)
Missouri Right to Life
*National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Missouri
*Make Liberty Win
Missouri Fraternal Order of Police
*St. Louis County Police Association (FOP Lodge 111)
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (2)
Jasper Logan (2022)
WinRed (2020)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
When the life of the mother is in danger or in the case of rape.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Disagree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Disagree
ECONOMY
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
The state tax code should be simplified to ensure that Missourians are able to keep as much of their hard earned money as possible. The tax code should not be something that hinders small businesses.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
Wasteful government spending can be an issue. With Missouri's balanced budget amendment, the state operates under fiscal responsibility. However, there are always potential ways to save citizens tax dollars.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Neutral
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Disagree
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
None, its a clear violation of first amendment rights to assemble and freely practice religious beliefs.
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)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
C
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
If a vaccine mandate is clearly stated to a potential employee before he or she is hired that is the right of the company to do so. Government and schools should not have vaccine mandates.
NATIONAL SECURITY
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
Secure our borders. Hire CIA and FBI agents that are committed to eradicating terrorism and not hire agents that are concerned with practicing politics.
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Disagree
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
The current administration has zero concern with the tragedy on our border, including the humanitarian crisis it has created for thousands of people.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Any immigrant who comes to the US legally and follow US law on how to be an immigrant.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Agree
Educational dollars should follow the students.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding gender identity as a specially protected class in non-discrimination laws.
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
Neutral
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
As a life long Catholic and Catholic school teacher, faith and God are part of who I am as a person.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
ID required, No mail in ballots or ballot drop boxes.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
No, every person has dignity and deserves respect. This is not dependent on the color of a persons skin.
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Disagree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
A
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Neutral
ABOUT YOU
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Government exists to protect American citizens. Its purpose is to protect Americans civil liberties as defined in the constitution.
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?
Lean Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
Did not answer
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
Our campaign is about protecting the middle class citizens of our district and Missouri. We believe in fully funding and supporting our law enforcement. cutting taxes for the middle class, and supporting parents voices in schools.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Disagree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Educating people on gun safety and proper storing of firearms is important, but restrictions infringe on Americans second amendment civil liberties.
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Disagree
