Family Values
Promoting strong family values for a stronger America.
A strong America relies on strong family values. I am proud to be a voice for West Texas values in Congress, where I work on legislation that protects unborn children, honors traditional marriage, and promotes American values. Through the Values Action Team (VAT), I work with other conservative Members and organizations to promote family values.
Protecting Life
Abortion is a very personal and emotional issue for Americans. I believe the sanctity of human life must be honored and the rights of the unborn need to be protected from the point of conception. I will continue to work closely with fellow members of the bipartisan Pro-Life Caucus to ensure that abortion is not supported by federal funds and that the rights of the unborn are protected.
Honoring Traditional Marriage
I believe that marriage in the United States should consist only of the union of a man and a woman. The Institution of Marriage has proven vital to the existence of society and the raising and protection of children. This is why I cosponsored H.J. Res 45, which proposes a constitutional amendment that would define marriage as a union of a man and a woman.
Congressional Prayer Caucus
I am a proud member of the Congressional Prayer Caucus, a bipartisan group of House Members who meet each week to seek God’s wisdom and guidance as we try to make wise decisions for the American people. I believe the United States Constitution, as drafted by our Founding Fathers, was never intended to provide freedom from religion, but is intended to provide freedom of religion. I will address attacks on our nation’s religious heritage and to protect our inalienable rights to practice our religious freedom. If you would like more information on the Prayer Caucus please click here.
What to Watch for in 2013
I will once again introduce the PROLIFE Act, which keeps abortion providers out of public schools.
The Supreme Court will take up two cases on the definition of marriage, and whether defining marriage as a union between a man and a woman is constitutional. I'll keep you updated on these decisions, and I'll continue working to preserve traditional values.