Joel Krautter's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
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Joel Krautter has failed to provide voters with positions on key issues covered by the 2024 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart and voters like you.
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- "Joel believes in fiscal responsibility and that Washington cannot continue to run trillion-dollar deficits with no end in sight. Joel supported a balanced budget in the state legislature and would work in Washington to rein in out-of-control spending and balance the budget, while still meeting our needs and bringing more federal tax dollars home to Montana." (joelformontana.com)
- "affordable housing is a key issue" (x.com)
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- "Support for Keystone XL pipeline with safer oil transport is not "going backwards" on climate change and last I checked was a bipartisan issue, if "done right" which we all want." (x.com)
- "As an attorney, Joel Krautter understands that supporting and defending our constitutional rights and the Constitution is critical to living in a free society and preserving our way of life. Joel has a record of protecting our most cherished constitutional rights and freedoms, including 2nd Amendment rights, at the Montana Legislature. He will continue to protect, support and defend our constitutional rights as eastern and central Montanaâs United States Congressman." (joelformontana.com)
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- "Joel supports a secure U.S. border and believes it is both a matter of national security and public safety, given our Montana communities are being plagued by drug trafficking and fentanyl-related deaths. An unsecure border places a strain on local law enforcement and taxpayers. Joel will prioritize and support the funding and personnel needed to secure the border." (joelformontana.com)
- Voted in favor of HB 146: "Prohibits Cities from Passing Sanctuary Laws" (votesmart.org)
- "I stand with our friend and ally Israel, against the unprecedented attacks launched by Iran, the largest state sponsor of terrorism. But beyond words, Congress must act to pass supplemental security assistance. Iâll be thinking and praying for the people of Israel tonight." (x.com)
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