Laurel Lee

Republican | Florida

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

Laurel Lee


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 15


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Laurel Lee websites
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EDUCATION

University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, J.D., 1999

University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A., 1996

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

The Florida Bar, Chair, Family Law Rules Committee (2017) o Chair, Ad Hoc Joint Committee on Family Law Rule of Procedure 12.407 (2017) o Family Law Rules Committee (2015-2018) o Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee 13F (2013) o Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors (Elected 2005; Re-elected 2007), Givens Family Law Inn of Court

President (2014); Executive Committee (2013-2016), Federal Bar Association, Tampa Chapter, President (2011); Board of Directors (2003-2013)

The Federalist Society, Tampa Bay Chapter, American Bar Association

Fellows of the American Bar Foundation (2004-2008) o ABA Commission on Domestic Violence (2004-2008) o Chair, ABA Young Lawyers Division Committee on Ethics and Professionalism (2004), Hillsborough County Bar Association, President, Young Lawyers Division (2006-2007) o Board of Directors, Young Lawyers Division (2003-2007) o Access to Legal Services Committee (2002-2007)

Hillsborough County Bar Foundation, Board of Trustees (2010-2019), The Pepin Academies K-12 Charter School

President, Board of Directors (2012-2013) o Board of Directors (2010-2016) o Pepin Academies Foundation Board (2016-2019), Emergency Care Help Organization of Brandon, President, Board of Directors (2016) o Board of Directors (2010-2019)

Bay Area Legal Services Domestic Violence Assistance Project, Volunteer Lawyer (2001-2004)

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

U.S. Representative, Florida Congressional District 15, January 2023 - Current

Florida Secretary of State, January 2019 - May 2022

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (13)

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

Maggie's List

Campaign for Working Families

National Right To Life

Florida Right to Life PAC

OTHER (5)

U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Florida Professional Firefighters

Maverick PAC (MavPAC)

Builders Association of South Florida BIPAC

*ABC Florida East Coast

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (10)

President Donald Trump

U.S. Senator Rick Scott

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)

Republican Jewish Coalition (2024)

WinRed (2024)

Maggie's List (2022)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (104)

Adam Hasner (2024)

August Pfluger (2024)

Austin Scott (2024)

Be Victorious Over Democrats PAC (2024)

Bill Galvano (2024)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (2)

American Association for Justice (2023)

National Air Traffic Controllers Association (2023)

OTHER INFORMATION

This candidate voted for H.R. 485, the Protecting Care for All Patients Act,  which would prohibit federal health programs from using discriminatory measures known as Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALYs.)  A vote for the bill is a pro-life position that indicates opposition to reducing or eliminating care for people with various disabilities and chronic conditions.

One of 149 House Republicans who voted for H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, which suspended the nation's debt limit through January 1, 2025. A vote for H.R. 3746 allows the government to spend without limitation for 19 months at an expected cost of $4 trillion.

https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023243

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Strongly Agree

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

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

I am pro-life with exceptions to prevent the death of the mother or in cases of rape or incest.

Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?

I was a supporter of Roe v. Wade being overturned so that the decisions could go back to the states, but I also support federal legislation that would limit taxpayer dollars going toward abortion, such as H.R. 7, the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2023. This bill prevents federal funds in the Labor, Health, and Human Services appropriations bill from being used to pay for abortions or providing health benefits coverage that includes abortion.


ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

Stop reckless government spending and reduce taxes to help turnaround the disastrous economy created by Joe Biden, as well as reverse the inflation caused by Joe Biden’s ill-conceived policies.

Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

Strongly Agree

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

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The state should not interfere with an individual’s right to exercise their religion.

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

Strongly Disagree


HEALTHCARE

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

Childhood vaccinations are required in some cases; however, those vaccinations have gone through years of clinical trials and proven safe and effective. With that said, I believe there should be a path for exemptions for religious or other beliefs.

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.


NATIONAL SECURITY

With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.

B. But we should only get involved when there is a direct link to our 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?

Yes, Israel and the United States share a deep relationship based on shared values and strategic interests. Israel is unequivocally America’s most dependable ally in a precarious and strategically important area of the world.

What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

Under the Biden administration, our U.S. military has strayed from its main purpose to fight and win wars. We need a strong national defense, and we need to restore morale of our troops across the globe.


IMMIGRATION

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

Strongly Agree

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

I support a legal and orderly immigration process ONLY for those that enter the country legally and follow our citizenship process.


EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

Strongly Agree

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Strongly Agree


VALUES

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

Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

Strongly Agree

Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

Strongly Disagree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

The Electoral College should be abolished.

Strongly Disagree


EQUALITY

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

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

Strongly Disagree

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

Oil and natural gas.


ABOUT YOU

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

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Provide a strong national defense and to uphold the constitution and rule of law.

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.


JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

Strongly Disagree


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 the second amendment is an individual right, no further restrictions are needed.

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