Don Bacon

Don Bacon

6/8/2024, 6:40 PM
Status
Active
State
Nebraska
Last Reported Cash on Hand
$340,115.03
Date of Birth
1963-08-16
Gender
Male

Contact Information

Full Address
2104 Rayburn House Office Building
Phone
(202) 225-4155
City
Washington
State
DC
Zip
20515

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative
Don Bacon believes in promoting economic growth through lower taxes, reducing regulations, and supporting small businesses. He also advocates for fiscal responsibility and balancing the budget.

Agriculture

Conservative
Don Bacon supports policies that benefit farmers and ranchers, such as protecting crop insurance programs and promoting trade agreements that benefit agriculture. He also advocates for sustainable farming practices.

Immigration

Conservative
Don Bacon supports securing the border and enforcing immigration laws. He believes in a merit-based immigration system and opposes sanctuary cities.

Education

Conservative
Don Bacon believes in giving parents more choices in their children's education, such as school vouchers and charter schools. He also supports increasing funding for STEM education.

Energy

Conservative
Don Bacon supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, including traditional sources like oil and gas as well as renewable energy sources. He also advocates for energy independence.

Climate change

Centrist
Don Bacon acknowledges the existence of climate change but believes in a balanced approach that considers both environmental concerns and economic impacts. He supports market-based solutions to reduce emissions.

Healthcare

Conservative
Don Bacon supports repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act with a market-based healthcare system. He believes in increasing competition among insurers to lower costs.

Housing

Conservative
Don Bacon advocates for policies that increase affordable housing options, such as reducing regulations that drive up housing costs. He also supports programs that help homeless veterans find housing.

Transportation

Conservative
Don Bacon supports investing in infrastructure projects that improve transportation systems, such as roads and bridges. He also advocates for public-private partnerships to fund transportation projects.

Veterans affairs

Conservative
Don Bacon is a strong advocate for veterans and supports increasing funding for VA healthcare services. He also works to improve mental health services for veterans and reduce wait times for appointments.

Voting rights

Conservative
Don Bacon believes in protecting the integrity of the voting process and supports measures to prevent voter fraud. He also advocates for voter ID laws to ensure fair elections.

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