Congressman Chris Stewart

Representing the 2nd District of Utah
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Review of Federal Spending

Chris Stewart Cut Spending

Chris Stewart Cut Spending

Our government has a spending problem. We have run trillion dollar deficits for years. Currently, we are sitting on over $19 trillion in debt. Our path just isn't sustainable. Our debt suppresses economic growth and poses a serious national security threat. I am committed to helping restore fiscal sanity through diligently reviewing all federal programs and spending.

I believe that through substantial reforms, we can identify savings and establish a sound fiscal footing. Our government is overspending and we also have a moral obligation to review all federal spending to ensure our country has financial security for future generations. 

Along with reducing our national debt, these reforms will strengthen the longevity of entitlement programs (like social security, medicare and medicaid) so future retirees will receive the benefits they need. Reviewing all federal spending, including entitlements, will require courage, but is necessary to ensure the fiscal stability of our country.

We can fix this. Americans have always had the courage to do the right thing. I am confident that we will rise, once again, and save our country for future generations. As your Congressman I am committed to restoring financial stability.

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More on Review of Federal Spending

Rep. Stewart Advances Republican Priorities, Votes for Omnibus Bill

Dec 18, 2015 Press Release
Today, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) voted in favor of the House Omnibus spending bill, which passed the House 316 - 118.

Rep. Stewart Votes Against the Budget Deal

Oct 28, 2015 Press Release
Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) released the following statement after voting against the budget deal, which increases the debt ceiling and government spending:

Rep. Stewart Introduces Legislation to Increase Transparency for Tax Dollars Used in Government Lawsuits

Mar 26, 2015 Press Release
Today, Rep. Chris Stewart introduced legislation to increase transparency and accountability for taxpayer funds used in lawsuits against the federal government. Specifically, the Judgment Fund Transparency Act of 2015, would require a public accounting of all taxpayer money paid to those who win lawsuits against the federal government.

National Debt Passes $18 Trillion, Stewart Urges House Colleagues to Act

Dec 3, 2014 Press Release
With the national debt now surpassing $18 Trillion — over $153,000 of debt per American taxpayer — Rep. Chris Stewart (R–Utah) delivered a speech on the House Floor, urging his congressional colleagues to help restore fiscal responsibility by reforming the tax code, balancing the budget, reforming entitlement spending, and holding the president and his federal agencies accountable for taxpayer’s money.

Rep. Stewart Reacts to the President's Budget Proposal

Mar 4, 2014 Press Release
Following the release of President Obama's budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2015, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-UT), issued the following statement:

Stewart Statement on the Passage of the Government Funding Bill

Jan 15, 2014 Press Release
After the passage of the House FY 2014 Omnibus Appropriations bill, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement:

Stewart Votes in Favor of the Bipartisan Budget Act

Dec 12, 2013 Press Release
Today, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) voted in favor of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013. Following the vote, he released the following statement:

Rep. Stewart Reacts to President Obama’s Budget

Apr 10, 2013 Press Release
Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) issued the following statement regarding the release of President Obama’s budget proposal.

Stewart Votes to Pass the Republican Budget: A Balanced Budget

Mar 21, 2013 Press Release
Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) voted in favor of the Republican Budget that passed the House of Representatives today. Following the vote, he released the following statement:

Stewart, Colleagues Outline Principles for a Bipartisan Approach to Fiscal Issues

Feb 14, 2013 Press Release
Today, Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah), along with a bipartisan group of freshman members outlined a statement of principles to address the nation’s fiscal issues. This group of Republican and Democrat freshman members, led by Rep. Robert Pittenger (R-NC) and Rep. Patrick Murphy (D-FL) have been meeting over the past several weeks to develop a bipartisan statement of principles to address spending reforms, including Social Security, Medicare and tax reform. More than 2 dozen House members of both parties are active participants in this group.