Rob Bresnahan — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Pennsylvania, 2026

Rob Bresnahan voted in favor of H.R. 7147 and H.R. 7148, appropriations acts linked to Homeland Security. He supports protecting Medicaid by ensuring funds are not used by "illegal aliens" and implementing work requirements for able-bodied recipients, aiming to secure the program for those in need. He also received criticism for voting to increase funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

““Medicaid will be protected while ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent prudently,” continued Rep. Bresnahan. “During this process, I fought to protect social safety net programs from the waste, fraud, and abuse that have threatened their long-term solvency. By ensuring states are not using Medicaid dollars on illegal aliens, conducting more frequent eligibility checks, and requiring work for able-bodied recipients (see exemptions below), we are securing Medicaid for those who truly need it.” — Rep. Rob Bresnahan, U.S. House press release, May 22, 2025.”

Rob Bresnahan voted to extend ACA Enhanced Premium Tax Credits in 2026, aiming to prevent premium spikes for 28,000 constituents and maintain discussions for healthcare reforms. He also reaffirmed his commitment to improving healthcare in Northeastern Pennsylvania, supporting 50 related bills, and advocates for targeted investments in rural healthcare. Bresnahan stated he opposes cutting Medicaid benefits but voted for a GOP budget blueprint that critics linked to potential cuts, which he termed a procedural step.

“While we continue working toward meaningful reforms to fix what is broken, I will not sit idly by and let my constituents bear the brunt of a failure caused by both parties,” continued Rep. Bresnahan. “It is time to put politics aside, fight for our people, and come together around a pragmatic, sustainable, and bipartisan solution. I look forward to working with my Senate colleagues to come to a result that can be signed into law and make a positive difference in people’s lives.” — Rep. Rob Bresnahan, Jr., in a press release following a vote to extend the ACA Enhanced Premium Tax Credits, January 8, 2026.”

Rob Bresnahan voted in favor of H.R.4758, the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, and H.R.4626, the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, on February 24-25, 2026. These votes reflect a stance that limits government regulation on residential energy use and appliance standards. He has also stated an intention to work with the Environmental Protection Agency to address local Northeastern Pennsylvania issues.

Rob Bresnahan supports states deciding their own abortion laws and praised the Dobbs decision, stating that the "best form of government is the government closest to the people." He does not support federal legislation that would impose a national abortion ban or a ban after six weeks. Bresnahan has an "F" rating from SBAprolife.org. He also voted in favor of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, which defines a person's sex based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.

“I’m Roman Catholic, born and raised, but at the same time, I think Dobbs did what it should do. I think the best form of government is the government closest to the people. Dobbs did exactly what it should do and put it back to the states. Like President Trump, I do not support any proposed federal legislation that would impose a national abortion ban, nor do I support a ban after six weeks." - Rob Bresnahan (The Times-Tribune, August 14, 2024)”

Rob Bresnahan demonstrates support for foreign policy and defense, making it a primary focus that includes national security and armed forces. He voted in favor of the ROTOR Act (S.2503) and the Information Quality Assurance Act (H.R.6329) on February 24, 2026. Additionally, a significant portion (27%) of the bills he sponsors fall under the "Armed Forces and National Security" issue area.

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