WASHINGTON, DC . . .Today, the American Conservative Union (ACU) honored Congressman Ralph Hall (TX-04) as an “ACU Conservative” for his achievements in the 2013 ACU Ratings of Congress. This is the 33rd time Rep. Hall received the award for consistently supporting issues of concern to grassroots conservatives.  Chairman Al Cardenas and ACU Foundation Chairman Carly Fiorina presented the award.

“Conservatives have a responsibility to fight the out-of-control growth of government in Congress. We are proud to honor the fine work of Representative Hall in that battle,” said ACU Chairman Al Cardenas.

Throughout the history of the conservative ratings program, ACU has become the go-to source for determining whether an elected official’s philosophical rhetoric matches his or her record. The guides provide a comprehensive analysis of the legislative landscape over the preceding year. This differentiates ACU from other guides which may emphasize single areas, like taxes, defense, or social policy. ACU’s scored votes are not announced in advance, ensuring that its scores provide a more accurate reflection of an elected official’s philosophy of government. 

“The 2013 Ratings show a continued commitment by Representative Hall to the conservative principles that will contribute to the revitalization of America,” said ACU Foundation Chairman Carly Fiorina.

“As a conservative who believes in upholding our Constitution and the principles on which this Nation was founded, I am honored to receive the American Conservative Union’s Award,” said Hall. “This President’s ‘Imperial Presidency’ is hurting struggling American families, and conservative values are exactly what is needed to get this country back on track. That is why I continue to fight on behalf of 4th District constituents’ conservative priorities and values.”   

Rep. Hall and Rep. Michele Bachmann visit at the American Conservative Union Awards Ceremony before they are both honored as "top conservatives" consistently supporting issues of concern to grassroots conservatives.

Rep. Hall is honored by the American Conservatives Union as an “ACU Conservative” for his achievements in the 2013 ACU Ratings of Congress. This is the 33rd time Rep. Hall received the award for consistently supporting issues of concern to grassroots conservatives.  Chairman Al Cardenas and ACU Foundation Chairman Carly Fiorina presented the award.

The following are Key Votes highlighted by the ACU in which Rep. Hall supported a conservative vote:

H.R. 152, Disaster Relief  (Roll Call 14)
H.R. 152, Wasteful Spending (Roll Call 16)
H.R. 152, Legal Services Corporation (Roll Call 18)
S. 47, Violence Against Women Act (Roll Call 55)
H.R. 890, Welfare Reform (Roll Call 68)
H. Con. Res. 25, Conservative Budget (Roll Call 86)
H.R. 1120, National Labor Relations Board (Roll Call 101)
H.R. 2216, Davis Bacon Wage Rate Requirements (Roll Call 191)
H.R. 1960, Missile Defense (Roll Call 230)
H.R. 1797, Right to Life (Roll Call 251)
H.R. 1947, Farm Bill (Roll Call 257)
H.R. 1947, Farm Bill (Roll Call 263)
H.R. 1947, Christmas Tree Tax (Roll Call 274)
H.R. 1947, Food Stamp Reform (Roll Call 283)
H.R. 2609, Government Reform (Roll Call 343)
H.R. 2397, Defense Appropriations (Roll Call 397)
H.R. 2397, Guantanamo (Roll Call 405)
H.R. 2610, Air Service Subsidies (Roll Call 421)

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