Survey of 2014 House campaign websites: on Homeland Security

Garret Graves: Support a strong military; and support veterans

In Congress I will fight to:
• Support a strong military
• Ensure our veterans get quality health care at the VA
• Protect Americans from terrorists at home and abroad

Our veterans deserve the very best. And as a member of Congress, I will work tirelessly to ensure they receive just that.

Ralph Abraham: Never forget our veterans: we owe them

Pete Aguilar: Increase job training for returning veterans

I support increased investments in job training for returning veterans, as well as expanded tax credits to businesses that hire veterans. I will also fight for the counseling and social services for our veterans with the assistance and resources they need.

Barbara Comstock: Spokesperson for post-9-11 Justice Dept. on War on Terror

As a Senior Partner in a Law Firm, Barbara has advocated and delivered results on a variety of legal and policy issues such as tort reform, telecommunications and First Amendment, intellectual property and foster care issues.

Bruce Poliquin: NSA tracking of US citizens violates 4th Amendment

Bruce Poliquin: Top spending priority is full financing of military

Cresent Hardy: Strong national defense is critical to quality of life

Dave Trott: Unyielding enthusiasm for our troops

David Young: Soldiers deserve the best medical care available, period

When soldiers return home they deserve the best medical care available. Period. What has gone on in Veterans Administration hospitals around the country is inexcusable. David believes veterans should receive timely care either in a VA hospital or at a hospital of the veteran's choosing. David is a proponent of an exhaustive investigation into the poor practices of VA healthcare so we can be sure no more veterans are subjected to long waiting lists and sub-par treatment.

Donald Norcross: Veteran Set-Aside: partner with businesses to employ vets

It is our duty to protect the men and women who have served in our nation's Armed Forces. Veterans lead the country in unemployment, despite years of experience and the best training our military has to offer. I have fought in NJ to give our veterans the support they need at home. My Veteran Set-Aside initiative enables local governments to partner with businesses owned by and employing veterans, providing much-needed job opportunities for these skilled workers.

We should not be putting up barriers to veterans' education. The NJ TEAM Act will provide in-state tuition rates for all veterans attending school in NJ, regardless of their residency. I support House Resolution 357, the G.I. Bill Tuition Fairness Act, which enacts in-state tuition rates for veterans across the country.

Donald Norcross: Israel shares with US self-determination & religious freedom

Israel proudly shares our American values of freedom and equality and is the only liberal democracy in the Middle East.

Historically the Jewish and American peoples have been linked by a shared desire to exercise self-determination and religious freedom and to live in peace with their neighbors.

It is imperative that the US continue to strongly support Israel's right to exist, prosper, and defend itself from threats.

I have long been a supporter of the local efforts of Jewish Americans to strengthen our communities and raise awareness of America's special relationship with the State of Israel.

My mission to Israel in March of 2014 with the NJ State Association of Jewish Federations reaffirmed and strengthened these core beliefs.

Elise Stefanik: A well-funded Fort Drum helps North Country's future

Home of the 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum is not only integral for maintaining our strong national security, but it is also the largest employer in New York State. Elise is committed to being an advocate in Washington to ensure that Fort Drum is well-funded for a long, successful future in Northern New York.

We must keep the promises and commitments we've made to our military veterans by ensuring needed services and care are always available and delivered in a timely fashion. Elise will be a strong advocate for all veterans and military families in the North Country.

Gwen Graham: Encourage military to private sector transitions

• Work with local businesses to encourage military to private sector transitions by partnering with Veterans Affairs to help identify those with the skills that companies need.
• Fight for military base funding to ensure that Tyndall Air Force base maintains its readiness and capabilities.
• Demand that the US Army Corps of Engineers protect our water from being diverted to other states.

John Katko: Provide resources for constant state of military readiness

Our military men and women ask little and sacrifice much. Regardless of their station location, they are on the front lines everyday serving and protecting the American people. They must be ready to act anywhere in the world on a moment's notice. But they cannot be in a constant state of readiness if they lack necessary resources.

Lee Zeldin: Freedom is because America's military is strong

As a proud veteran who appreciates the sacrifices all veterans have made to protect our freedoms, I not only look out for their interests, I fight hard every day to make sure they have everything they need and deserve.

Mark Takai: Tax credits for companies that hire veterans

I created the Hawaii Medal of Honor and established a task force to help non-profit providers get homeless vets off the streets--building a network of care to help these vets.

I helped create the Veterans Court, which focuses exclusively on vets by bringing together state social services and the VA to help these vets adjust back into society and navigate the courts.

Our vets went to bat for us; let's go to bat for them. They are our new "greatest generation," so let's give them a chance to build our future. I also think it is wrong that some in Congress have proposed cutting critical services like assistance to homeless vets, suicide prevention programs and job training assistance.

Mark Takai: Cut defense responsibly, not across-the-board

I will work with both sides of the aisle to develop a sensible plan to balance the budget. I will work to protect those in our society who are most vulnerable.

We must make responsible, reasonable cuts to defense spending like unchecked defense contracts for weapons and other equipment the military does not need. As a member of the military, I have the first-hand knowledge needed to ask the right questions and push for better oversight of waste in runaway military contracts, while still protecting our military men and women and making sure they are well equipped and supported.

Martha McSally: End reckless, across the board military cuts

The decisions we make today will be crucial to our security and standing in the world for decades to come. We need Members of Congress with the background and credibility to ensure America is strong and secure, and that is what I will bring.

Martha McSally: Protect our $1B investment in the A-10 Warthog

I have been active and engaged in defending the A-10 against elimination since the threat first became known. It took an op-ed from me in August of 2013 to alert Ron Barber of his party's own Administration's plans to axe the A-10.

Mike Bishop: Number one responsibility is to provide a national defense

Mike Bost: Any defense budget cuts directly impact strength of military

Rick Allen: Do everything to keep greatest military in world history

Rod Blum: Oppose FISA warrantless searches; oppose roving wiretaps

I oppose portions of the Patriot Act which, day after day, erode our civil liberty. Instead of researching what went wrong on 9/11, with the terror of those events fresh in our mind, Congress and the President feverishly signed this into law without even reading it. The Patriot Act allows roving wiretaps to our conversations no matter how minor and essentially repeals the 4th Amendment.

I oppose portions of the National Defense Authorization Act such as Section 1021, Indefinite Detention of anyone thus removing Habeas Corpus.

I oppose government interference in the Internet.

Ryan Costello: Never forget the sacrifices of our men and women in uniform

Steve Knight: Defense budget should never be on the chopping block

Tom MacArthur: Opposes Obama's deep cuts to military spending

Tom MacArthur: NSA should not be spying on American citizens

David Rouzer: Government needs to cut spending--but not for veterans

Our goal should always be to provide our veterans and their families with the best we have to offer in career training, healthcare, and community support while they are both actively serving and afterwards. We should continue to listen to and encourage our military families through programs like the Army Family Action Plan.

The federal government needs to cut spending--but not in this area. The first budget passed by Congress appropriated more than 25% of the budget for pensions for disabled veterans. We should follow our Founders' example.

Don Beyer: We owe veterans and families the best our nation can offer

For me, this obligation is also personal. My dad is a West Point graduate who served in Korea and then was part of the United Nations peacekeeping force in Trieste, where I was born. My father-in-law fought in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded two Purple Hearts. I know we owe veterans and their families the best our nation can offer.

We must work swiftly to fix the deficiencies at the Veterans Administration and veterans' hospitals, we must do more to help ease the transition for military veterans to civilian life, and we must continue efforts to maximize opportunities for and adequately support military families, who sacrifice so much.

Don Beyer: Be wise in defense budget & achieve efficiencies

John Moolenaar: Make certain military has most advanced weapons systems

I will work to make certain that our military has the most effective and technologically-advanced weapons systems and hardware available. I will listen to and follow the counsel of our military leaders when they tell Congress what weapons they need--and what they do not need.

Kathleen Rice: Invest in new veterans; clear backlog of benefits

• Ending Veteran Homelessness--More than 57,000 veterans are homeless on any given night. Kathleen will work to pass legislation that would allow taxpayers to earmark a portion of their taxes to be used to help house homeless veterans.
• Investing in New Veterans--Kathleen believes that one of Congress' top priorities must be providing proactive support for new veterans as they transition to civilian life. In addition to expanding access to quality education, skills training and professional development programs, Kathleen will push Congress to fully invest in new veterans by permanently extending the Vow to Hire Heroes tax credits, which incentivize companies to hire unemployed veterans and veterans who were wounded or disabled during military service.
• Clearing the backlog of benefits claims--We must take immediate action to give the VA the resources they need to clear the staggering backlog of more than 275,000 unprocessed benefits claims.

Mark Walker: We need the strongest, most capable military in the world

Mimi Walters: Fight to ensure veterans receive benefits

Ted Lieu: Condemn the NSA's unconstitutional phone spying

• Senate Bill 828 would prohibit the State of California from providing assistance to any federal agency attempting the collection of electronic data or meta data without a warrant.
• Ted Lieu also passed SR 16, condemning the NSA's blanket, unreasonable and unconstitutional collection of Americans' telephone records and Internet transactions.
• A history of distinguished service in the Air Force.
• Ted is a distinguished graduate of the Air Force ROTC program and has received two Air Force Meritorious Service Medals.

Ted Lieu: Active duty Air Force for 4 years & reserves for 14 years

As a reservist at March Air Reserve Base in Riverside, Ted participated in OPERATION NOBLE EAGLE, which occurred shortly after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Ted Lieu is currently a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserves and is stationed at Los Angeles AFB. Ted has now served in the Air Force for over 18 years, of which over four were on active duty.

NOTE: Ted Lieu is a member of the Air Force Reserves. Use of his military rank, job title and photograph in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Air Force or the Department of Defense.

Buddy Carter: Stand up for our military bases

Hunter Army Airfield, Fort Stewart, Moody Air Force Base & Kings Bay Base deserve a dedicated congressman working on their behalf. These bases are essential to our national security and have a major economic impact on the local communities that have supported them.

Buddy Carter: No NSA surveillance of law-abiding Americans

Steve Russell: Tireless advocate for our national defense

Seth Moulton: Better funding and services for veterans

1. Improve VA health care quality
2. Properly fund the VA to eliminate the claims backlog
3. Expand educational opportunities in the GI Bill.

Brian Babin: Our military must be prepared and second to none

Debbie Dingell: Support our veterans; they've earned it

Dave Brat: Maintain a strong national defense

Glenn Grothman: No tracking on GPS, cellphone, or social media

2013-2014 Legislative Accomplishments: Bills passed and signed into law by Gov. Scott Walker
• AB 536: Prohibiting cell phone tracking without a warrant
• SB 223: Social Media Privacy Act

2013-2014 Legislative Session: Other Key Legislation Authored
• SB 673: Prohibiting GPS tracking of vehicles
• AB 618: Limit student data collection and sharing by schools (Lead Senate co-sponsor)
• AB 616: Prohibiting the collection of biometric, psychological, and emotional data on students

John Ratcliffe: Hometown Heroes: honor soldiers returning from active duty

Ruben Gallego: 2009: pushed to overturn military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"

I have a long history of working with the Human Rights Campaign, joining HRC and Voices of Honor in 2009 to push the Obama administration to overturn the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." Since being elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2010, I have co-sponsored bills granting Marriage Equality in Arizona and creating a state version of the Employer Nondiscrimination Act. I have a 100% rating from Equality Arizona.

Ruben Gallego: Troops in Iraq got inadequate resources

Jody Hice: We must remain strong in the interest of peace & justice

David Jolly: We must preserve our military strength

We must honor and protect every last promise and obligation that is owed to those who have served. We must protect the Department of Veterans Affairs budget and work toward a budget process that provides increasing stability in the budget process upon which the VA can then more effectively deploy resources and personnel.

Richard Tisei: Ensure that veterans have resources available

I will work to repeal cuts to veterans pension benefits passed by Congress and signed by President Obama. There is simply no excuse for trying to balance our budget on the backs of those who have given the most. I hope Congress does the right thing and fixes this cut immediately.

I will continue working to ensure that veterans have resources available to help find housing, training, and employment.