Aris Garcia
Republican | Illinois
Candidate Profile*
Conservative (Conditional)
*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Aris Garcia
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 49
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, BA - Public Administration
WORK & MILITARY
Illinois Department of Public Health - Contractor, Director of Field Operations
Quick Staff Solutions, CEO
Avlon Industries, HR Mgr
AFFILIATIONS
Des Plaines Friends of the Parks, Board of Director
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Community Relations Commissioner, 2019 - Current
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Illinois State Representative District 49
Race
ENDORSEMENTS*
*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
OTHER (2)
*Winfield Township Republican Party
*Veterans For America First
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
In progress
OTHER INFORMATION
Aris Garcia completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection Survey in 2024.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
If it threatens the life of the mother
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).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
I believe in the Sanctity of life
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?
Market forces should be allowed to determine wages
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
They can be used in some circumstances.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
Never
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Neutral
If it rquest violates a persons relgious believe they should be able to refuse, however a business or Individuals is and should not be allowed to refuse goods or services purely due to the race, ethnicity, gender, etc. of a person.
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) with the addition that government should ensure that Americans don't get a raw deal. European pharmaceuticals charge Americans and our hospitals more for the same medicine. These companies should not be allowed to pass cost to americans.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Schools: for serious transmissible diseases that have a proven and safe vaccine. Government: Never Employers: Healthcare and Military employees should expect certain vaccinations needed to safely conduct work.
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?
As a Candidate for State office I have no say in US foreign policy, however I support Israel
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
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.
Strongly 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.
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.
Choose not to answer
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am Lutheran, and my wife is Catholic. We both strongly believe in God.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College plays a critical role in the selection process of our president.
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Yes, all racism is a threat to the spirit of our Constitution and Declaration of Independence. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
The United States is a great country for individuals of all races and creeds.
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 will add that we need to balance environmental laws with the cost to our economy, but we should not disregard environmental laws. As a patriot, it is critical to me to protect our country.
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear energy is the safest, cleanest, and most cost-efficient source of energy.
ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
N/A
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
N/A
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To ensure that basic services are provided and all residents have the opportunity for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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
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?
The right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Choose not to answer
Individuals who have completed all necessary training to legally carry in the state of Illinois and who happen to be teachers should be allowed to concealed carry after certification and training from the local Police Department.
