Suzanne Schmidt
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Suzanne Schmidt
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 4 - Pos. 1
Incumbent
Yes
Links
EDUCATION
Flathead Valley Community College, Libby, MT, A.A., 1991
Spokane Community College, Spokane, WA, A.A.S, 2003
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Community Colleges of Spokane Foundation Board, Board Member, Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
Board Member, Small Business Administration Regulatory Fairness Board, Board Member
Washington State Building Code Council, Ex-officio Member, Habit for Humanity
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Washington State Representative 4th Legislative District, 2022-2024
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Candidate did not provide
SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (2)
Association of Washington Business (AWB)
Associated General Contractors of America Political Action Committee AGC
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Representative Mike Volz, Senator Jeff Holy, Sheriff John Nowels, County Treasurer Mike Baumgartner, County Commissioner Mary Kuney, County Commissioner Josh Kerns,County Commissioner Al French
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (5)
Kelly Chambers (2024)
Cathy McMorris Rodgers (2023)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2022)
We Believe We Vote (2021)
Ian Field (2016)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Sam Low (2024)
Diana Wilhite (2022)
Jeff Holy (2022)
Leonard Glen Christian (2022)
Scotty Nicol (2022)
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)
International Union of Operating Engineers (2024)
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
Suzanne Schmidt on the issues, including abortion and Second Amendment.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
I am assuming that "elective" means the mother is choosing to abort as an reactive response. There are situations such as in the case of incest or rape or the mother's life is not at risk when abortion may be the right choice for a mother. There is another situation that I have been made aware of where the fetus is no longer viable or living and the mother and her doctor decide to abort rather than wait for a spontaneous miscarriage.
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
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Agree
It depends on the the situation. If the abortion is medically needed to save the mother's life or to abort a nonviable fetus then I can see reason for funding. I don't believe abortions should be funded as a reactive response to unprotected sexually intercourse unless in the case of incest or rape.
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
Free enterprise allows individuals to make their own economic decisions and pursue their own interests, leading to greater freedom and autonomy. The free market is what our country was founded on and what makes the USA great.
What is your position on the minimum wage?
Minimum wage laws were meant help low-wage workers however, there are trade-offs. WA State has one of the highest minimum wage rates in the USA. High rates cause hardship for small business and the potential for high inflations rates and job loss.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
Choose not to answer
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
No circumstance
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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.
C. However, I believe the reimbursement rates need to match today's dollars. Reimbursement rates have not been increased in 20 years. Because of this private pay and privately insured folks are paying to make up the difference.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
When the vaccine has been properly tested not mass produced. I think that vaccines such as the Measles vaccine, and Polio vaccines have made a difference in public safety. COVID vaccines and flu variety vaccines should be recommended.
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 a key ally in the middle East. Our two countries cooperate on a range of security and defense issues, We also share values and interests. Our common values for democracy, freedom and human rights. Both countries have shared interest in promoting stability and peace in the region .The USA has historically played a key role in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians which has in the past advanced peace efforts and dialogue with the conflicting parties.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
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.
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
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
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.
Choose not to answer
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
God is the creator and Jesus Christ is the Messiah. Only through Christ can we be redeem and have everlasting life.
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.
Choose not to answer
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Did not answer
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Choose not to answer
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.
c. I believe we should explore new technology to gain U.S. energy independence such as Nuclear energy, Hydrogen etc. However, I do not believe we need to eliminate fossil fuel such as gasoline and natural gas until or if we find a new reliable energy source. Energy and power equal national security
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear power and more efficient hydroelectric dams.
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 and keep society safe. The government must maintain justice, order and accountability to protect society and keep us safe.
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.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Only what restrictions that aligned with our constitutional rights as citizens of the USA
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Choose not to answer
