US House of Representatives: Kelly Armstrong

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Kelly is originally from Dickinson, North Dakota. He earned his bachelor's degree in psychology and his law degree from the University of North Dakota. He lives in Dickinson with his wife and 2 children.

Kelly worked as an attorney and partner at Reichert Armstrong Law. He also previously served as vice president of his family's business, Armstrong Corporation, which is involved in oil and gas exploration, agricultural operations, and investments in local businesses.

Kelly Armstrong is a US representative for North Dakota's At-Large Congressional District. He was first elected in 2018 and is serving his 3rd term. He previously served as a North Dakota state senator and as chair of the North Dakota Republican Party.

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Supports promoting North Dakota's energy industry as "promoter-in-chief" for the state's economy.

Supports eliminating income tax, but prioritizes property tax relief and reform over full elimination.

Calls for more transparency in the Legacy Fund, North Dakota's $10 billion oil tax savings account.

- Supports promoting North Dakota's energy industry as "promoter-in-chief" for the state's economy.
- Supports lowering taxes.
- Supports eliminating income tax, but prioritizes property tax relief and reform over full elimination.
- Calls for more transparency in the Legacy Fund, North Dakota's $10 billion oil tax savings account.

Economy

Supports energy production in North Dakota and opposes excessive federal regulation of energy producers.

Opposes excessive federal regulation of energy producers.

Supported legislation regulating protests following pipeline demonstrations.

- Opposes excessive federal regulation of energy producers.
- Supported legislation regulating protests following pipeline demonstrations.

Energy & the Environment

Opposes abortion and cosponsored the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Act, and the Life at Conception Act.

Supports the Hyde Amendment’s ban on using federal funds for abortion and plans to divert funding from Planned Parenthood into Community Health Centers that do not perform or encourage abortion.

Supports the Hyde Amendment’s ban on using federal funds for abortion and plans to divert funding from Planned Parenthood into community health centers that do not perform or encourage abortion.

Prioritizes addressing the "opioid crisis" comprehensively.

Supports banning gender-affirming surgical procedures for minors.

Supports protecting access to IVF treatments.

- Opposes access to abortion.
- Supports the Hyde Amendment’s ban on using federal funds for abortion and plans to divert funding from Planned Parenthood into community health centers that do not perform or encourage abortion.
- Prioritizes addressing the "opioid crisis" comprehensively.
- Supports banning gender-affirming surgical procedures for minors.
- Supports protecting access to IVF treatments.

Healthcare

Supports North Dakota's current election system, including vote-by-mail.

- Supports North Dakota's current election system, including vote-by-mail.
- Opposes hand-counting of ballots.

Voting & Elections

Supports gun rights and earned the endorsement of the National Rifle Association (NRA) for his gubernatorial campaign.

Advocates for a balanced approach to addiction-related crimes.

Supported increased penalties for repeat DUI offenders.

- Opposes gun control.
- Advocates for a balanced approach to addiction-related crimes.
- Supported increased penalties for repeat DUI offenders.

Public Safety

Supports local control over education decisions.

- Supports local control over education decisions.

Education

Supports President Trump’s efforts to build a wall along the border with Mexico.

Supports efforts to build a wall along the border with Mexico.

Supports diplomatic engagement with North Korea to address denuclearization, human rights, and regional security issues.

- Supports efforts to build a wall along the border with Mexico.
- Supports diplomatic engagement with North Korea to address denuclearization, human rights, and regional security issues.

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Kelly Armstrong

Kelly is originally from Dickinson, North Dakota. He earned his bachelor's degree in psychology and his law degree from the University of North Dakota. Kelly lives in Dickinson with his wife and 2 children.

Kelly Armstrong currently serves as the U.S. Representative for North Dakota's At-Large Congressional District. He was first elected in 2018 and is serving his third term. Armstrong previously served as a North Dakota State Senator and as chair of the North Dakota Republican Party.

Opposes the influence of "out-of-state environmental extremists" on North Dakota's environmental policies.

Supports energy production and encourages joining the Energy Producers for Armstrong Coalition.

Supports energy production, believing it is crucial for North Dakota's economy.

Believes energy production is crucial for North Dakota and opposes "overbearing and burdensome" federal regulations on energy producers.

Supports legislation to secure the future of energy production in North Dakota.

As a state representative, introduced a bill to address "the lakebed mineral crisis, a complicated and historical issue involving mineral ownership under Lake Sakakawea."

Prioritizes addressing the opioid crisis comprehensively.

- Opposes access to abortion.
- Supports the Hyde Amendment’s ban on using federal funds for abortion and plans to divert funding from Planned Parenthood into Community Health Centers that do not perform or encourage abortion.
- Prioritizes addressing the opioid crisis comprehensively.
- Supports banning gender-affirming surgical procedures for minors.
- Supports protecting access to IVF treatments.

Believes the federal government is being "weaponized."

Supports the Lao People's Democratic Republic.

Supports Kelly Armstrong for Governor of North Dakota.

Supports voting rights and fair elections.

Supports protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections.

Believes in using "smart policy and sheer force of will" to elect conservatives who can deliver "real results."

Supports the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act, which enhances the rights of qualified law enforcement officers to carry concealed weapons in various public venues.

Supports the Protect and Serve Act, which proposes severe penalties for those targeting law enforcement officers with violence.

Supports the 3170 (HELPER Act), which facilitates home loan benefits for first responders.

Supports law enforcement personnel and acknowledges their sacrifices.

Believes in "smart policy that provides more treatment, education, and accountability" for drug policy.

Believes in providing children with opportunities for success in "the greatest state in the greatest county in the world."

Supports creating a favorable environment for families in North Dakota through conservative governance, job creation, and individual liberties.

Supports education policies that align with conservative values, as indicated by receiving an A+ on the National Scorecard.

Supports family involvement in education.

Supports strong parental involvement in their children's education.

Supports the continued partnership with the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Supports the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

As of October 7, 2024, Kelly Armstrong’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Kelly Armstrong is currently serving as North Dakota’s lone member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He previously worked as Vice President of The Armstrong Corporation, an energy business, and practiced law at the firm Reichert Armstrong. Armstrong also served as a North Dakota State Senator and was Chairman of the North Dakota Republican Party.

Supports legislation to support local farming and ranching communities and opposes "burdensome and unfair government overreach."

Opposes "government overreach and draconian regulation" in the economy.

Believes in creating "opportunity across the state."

Supports North Dakota’s farmers and ranchers, saying "Agriculture is still the backbone of North Dakota."

Supports policies that benefit business leaders and entrepreneurs in North Dakota.

Supports legislation to ensure access to affordable healthcare.

- The governor ensures efficient administration of the state and enforcement of laws.
- The governor serves as commander-in-chief of the state's military and can mobilize forces to maintain order.
- The governor advocates for their legislative agenda and has the power to veto bills passed by the legislature, which can be overridden by a supermajority vote.
- The governor has authority to grant reprieves, commutations, and pardons.
- Requirements to be governor include being a US citizen, a qualified voter in North Dakota, at least 30 years old, and a resident of North Dakota for five years prior to election.