Braville J. LeBlanc

Republican | Louisiana

Candidate Profile

Leans Conservative

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Braville J. LeBlanc


Party

Republican


Election Year

2023


Election

Primary


Race

State Rep., Dist 73


Incumbent

No


Links

Braville J. LeBlanc websites FacebookLinkedIn

EDUCATION

Ponchatoula High School, Ponchatoula, LA, Diploma, 1984

LSU, BS in Electrical Engineering, Baton Rouge, LA, BS, 1992

WORK & MILITARY

Candidate did not provide

AFFILIATIONS

Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, Chairman 2001, King 2019, member since 1997, Knights of Columbus #4874

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Ponchatoula City Council District A, 2006-2020

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

Candidate did not provide

Race

ENDORSEMENTS

CONSERVATIVE (1)

Associated Builders and Contractors

OTHER (1)

Louisiana Home Builders Association LHBA

REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (4)

ABC Merit PAC

LABI South PAC

LHBA PAC

NHBA PAC

OTHER INFORMATION

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?

Where a pregnant patient's life or essential organ is at risk

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

Neutral

I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.

Strongly Disagree


ECONOMY

What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?

State tax requires reform and eventual elimination

What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?

Agencies and programs that continually fail to meet their financial obligations should be eliminated

Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.

Disagree


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?

When religious practices violate government laws


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?

in cases to protect the public health from global pandemics


NATIONAL SECURITY

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.

Neutral


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?

Those who apply for and receive an immigrant visa should be the only ones allowed to the US.


EDUCATION

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

Agree


VALUES

Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which is necessary for our system of limited government.

Choose not to answer

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.

Strongly Agree

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

Disagree

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

I am a Christian with strong family values.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Strongly Disagree

What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?

None at this time


EQUALITY

Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?

Racism is a threat when law enforcement targets victims of other races and when criminals target law enforcement of other races to carry out senseless acts of violence.


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.

B

I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.

Agree


ABOUT YOU

What do you think is the general purpose of government?

Government should draft the laws that the judicial system can enforce and to protect the freedom of citizens.

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

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 I have never been convicted of a felony.

What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?

As a candidate for Louisiana State Representative, my top priorities are centered around the values and well-being of our community. First and foremost, I am committed to investing in our young generation, our future leaders, while protecting and preserving our family values. By providing them with the resources, support and opportunities they need to be productive citizens, we can ensure a strong and vibrant community for generations to come. A thriving economy is crucial for the prosperity of our district. I will concentrate on maintaining our existing businesses and industries and collaborating with Economic Development to attract new enterprises that will enhance our quality of life and generate lucrative job opportunities for our local citizens. Infrastructure plays a vital role in our daily lives and I am dedicated to maintaining and improving our infrastructure and transportation systems in Tangipahoa Parish. This includes repairing and upgrading roads, bridges and public facilities to ensure safe and efficient transportation for all residents. A strong infrastructure is the backbone of a thriving community facilitating commerce, enhancing connectivity and improving the overall quality of life. Affordable insurance is a pressing issue that affects the well-being of our families. I will continue to fight to make insurance more affordable working to implement policies to alleviate the burden on hardworking individuals and families. Everyone deserves access to quality and affordable insurance coverage and I will be an advocate for achieving this goal. Caring for our families means prioritizing the needs of our veterans, elderly and special needs citizens. I will focus on adequate funding to support their well-being and enhance their quality of life. These individuals have made significant contributions to our community and it is our responsibility to provide them with the care, support and resources they need to thrive. I will strongly support teacher pay raises, education, law enforcement and first responders. These positions are critical to our community and help shape the lives of all. Accessibility and responsiveness are vital in public service. When elected, I will be readily accessible to the citizens of Tangipahoa Parish listening to your concerns and acting as you voice in the State Legislature. Your ideas and concerns will guide my decision-making to address the needs of our community.


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.

Strongly Agree

I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.

Disagree

I believe that state and federal government should fund mental health and community programs to assist those in the criminal justice system


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

Current restrictions on age, mental health and criminal background history are sufficient.

Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.

Strongly Disagree


OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES

Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.

Disagree

Legalized gambling has pros and cons. Legalized gambling can attract tourists and boost the economy, but often leads to increased crime and addiction.

Children should be protected from sexualization on the internet, in public schools, and in the public libraries

Strongly Agree

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