Thomas Massie — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Kentucky, 2026

Thomas Massie voted "Yea" on H.Res. 530, which provided for the consideration of H.R. 275, requiring the Department of Homeland Security to publish monthly data on "special interest aliens," and H.R. 875, making individuals convicted of driving while intoxicated inadmissible and deportable. He has taken a hard stance against immigration policies he views as lenient. Massie also voted against a broader immigration enforcement package from former President Trump.

Thomas Massie voted against the GOP health care bill in 2025, stating it would result in worse outcomes, fewer options, and higher prices for Kentuckians. He indicated the bill fell short of repealing Obamacare and did not adequately allow Americans to take charge of their own healthcare by getting the government out of the way. He advocated for measures such as tax deductions for health insurance costs and the ability to purchase insurance across state lines.

“In weighing my vote, I heeded the wise advice that “one should not let the perfect be the enemy of the good.” If this bill becomes law, it could result in worse outcomes, fewer options, and higher prices for Kentuckians who seek health care. In summary, I voted against this bill not because it’s imperfect, but because it’s not good. - Congressman Thomas Massie, massie.house.gov, undated”

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Thomas Massie states that he is pro-life and believes life begins at conception. He has committed to voting against government funding for abortion services, including abortion pills and embryonic stem cell research, and to defund Planned Parenthood. Massie also voted for H.R. 485, the Protecting Care for All Patients Act, a pro-life position opposing discriminatory measures in federal health programs. He has touted an endorsement from an anti-abortion-rights group.

“I believe that life begins at conception. I will vote against government funding of abortion services and will vote to defund Planned Parenthood. I believe no public money should ever be spent on abortion procedures, abortion pills, or embryonic stem cell research. (Thomas Massie, thomasmassie.com)”

Thomas Massie plans to introduce a War Powers Resolution with Rep. Ro Khanna to force a congressional vote on military action in Iran, citing the constitutional requirement for Congress to authorize war. He argues against unauthorized military operations and believes the U.S. should prioritize domestic spending over foreign conflicts, stating "This is not ‘America First’". He has previously opposed unauthorized military operations in other foreign countries.

“I am opposed to this War. This is not “America First.” When Congress reconvenes, I will work with @RepRoKhanna to force a Congressional vote on war with Iran. The Constitution requires a vote, and your Representative needs to be on record as opposing or supporting this war. — Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) February 28, 2026”

Representative Thomas Massie has reintroduced H.R. 899, a bill to abolish the U.S. Department of Education, with the department terminating on December 31, 2026. He believes that states and local communities are better equipped to determine educational curricula and that federal bureaucrats should not oversee children’s intellectual and moral development. Massie views the Department of Education as an unnecessary agency that interferes with local needs and preferences.

“"Unelected bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. should not be in charge of our children’s intellectual and moral development. States and local communities are best positioned to shape curricula that meet the needs of their students." — Rep. Thomas Massie, news release, January 31, 2025”

Representative Thomas Massie has consistently supported expanding gun rights, introducing bills such as the National Constitutional Carry Act to protect the right to carry firearms in all states and the Safe Students Act to repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act. He also introduced the SAFER Voter Act to allow 18- to 20-year-olds to purchase handguns and an amendment to block the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE) from banning common rifle ammunition. As Chairman of the Congressional Second Amendment Caucus, he advocates for Second Amendment rights.