Troy Downing — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Montana, 2026

Troy Downing voted for a federal bill that aims to increase voter registration requirements, including requiring new voters to provide proof of citizenship and states to cross-check voter rolls with the Department of Homeland Security system. Downing stated his vote was to restore confidence in U.S. elections, which he believes has been eroded by systematic illegal immigration.

“I’m proud to stand on the side of common sense and use my vote to restore confidence in the integrity of U.S. elections that has been eroded by progressive governance and four years of systematic illegal immigration,” Downing said in a statement emailed Wednesday.”

Troy Downing voted in favor of H.R. 6703 in 2025. He also strongly supports H.R. 5784, the AI-WISE Act, in 2026. This legislation aims to provide essential resources for small businesses to adopt AI capabilities for streamlined operations, including workforce recruitment and marketing.

“Troy Downing, U.S. House of Representatives, January 20, 2026: "Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 5784, the AI-WISE Act. This legislation will provide essential resources for small businesses to support their efforts to adopt AI. Small businesses are optimistic about the potential of AI. Capabilities like machine learning and language processing are becoming critical tools for businesses seeking streamlined operations, like workforce recruitment, marketing, and strategy development. However, businesses with substantial and stable access to capital tend to be better positioned for technology adoption and dealing"”

Troy Downing voted in favor of the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act, and the Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act. He voted against the ROTOR Act. Downing applauded the reversal of the Biden-era Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) rule, stating it "strangled American coal-fired energy" and threatened American energy independence and grid reliability. He introduced the COAL POWER Act to make the reversal permanent.

““For too long, the Biden-era MATS rule has strangled American coal-fired energy,” said Congressman Downing. “I applaud President Trump and his administration for taking decisive action to rescind this rule that places unfair constraints on coal plants like Colstrip in Rosebud County, threatening American energy independence and grid reliability. I urge my colleagues in the House of Representatives to swiftly take up my COAL POWER Act to codify this move so that it cannot be revived by a subsequent administration.” - Congressman Troy Downing, press release on downing.house.gov, June 10, 2026.”

Troy Downing identifies as pro-life, stating that his personal experience with an unplanned pregnancy leads him to defend a child from conception. He introduced H.R. 7250, the Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act, to mandate all 50 states to report abortion data transparently, emphasizing that no life should be ignored.

“I was the result of an unplanned, teenage pregnancy, this is a personal issue for me. I will always defend the child from the point of conception. - Troy Downing (Political Courage Test, 2024)”

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““President Trump has accomplished more in one year than the previous administration could in four,” said Congressman Downing. “I’m proud to have worked alongside him with my Republican colleagues to deliver historic tax relief for families, workers, and businesses, secure our border, beat back inflation, and make everyday life more affordable for central and eastern Montanans. Here’s to three more years of the Golden Age.””

Troy Downing supports reduced federal overreach in education, advocating for state and local control, believing parents are best suited for educational choices. He voted for S. 356, the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025, to extend funding for rural schools. He also cosponsored the Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act and the Promoting American Patriotism In Our Schools Act.

““Montana’s students and teachers lost out on millions in funding when Congress failed to reauthorize the Secure Rural Schools Program,” said Congressman Downing. “As a former educator, I understand that every penny counts when it comes to the classroom. I was proud to support this measure today that ensures rural communities in central and eastern Montana have the funds they need to provide the best education for our next generation.””

Troy Downing voted in favor of the FIREARM Act in 2025, which aims to provide firearm licensees with opportunities to correct statutory and regulatory violations. He has also sponsored the No User Fees for Gun Owners Act and the Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act. These actions reflect his support for measures that protect gun owners' rights.