Matt Dolan in Survey of 2021 Senate campaign websites
On Abortion:
Will fight to uphold the Hyde Amendment, protect the unborn
As a father and a Catholic, protecting the sanctity of human life and standing up for the most vulnerable members in our society isn't just commonsense policy, it's personal. Many candidates claim to be pro-life, but I have the record to prove it.
- In the U.S. Senate, I will fight to uphold the Hyde Amendment and use the full power of my platform and office to protect the unborn.
- [OTI note: The Hyde Amendment prohibits any use of federal funds to pay for abortion services].
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Dolan voted for and co-sponsored 12 Pro-Life bills, including prohibiting organizations who perform abortions from receiving state funds, banning telemedicine abortions and requiring fetal remains to be treated humanely.
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Dolan co-sponsored a resolution to encourage Congress to enact the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act to provide life-saving protections to infants born alive.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Budget & Economy:
Ballooning national debt is a national security threat
Ohio's hardworking families should not be forced to bear the brunt of Washington's reckless and out-of-control spending binge. For too long lawmakers have ignored our ballooning national debt and have failed to take action.
This represents nothing less than a national security threat to ourselves and future generations. As a fiscal conservative, I will fight wasteful spending and protect Ohio taxpayers' hard-earned dollars.
As a State Senator and Chairman of the powerful Senate Finance Committee, Matt Dolan has solidified his standing as a conservative leader by keeping his promises to reduce the size and scope of government, protect Ohio communities, and
deliver record-breaking tax cuts. Matt's most recent budget earned wide praise from state and national conservative organizations, including the Ohio Republican Party which labeled his effort "the most conservative budget in Ohio legislative history."
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Budget & Economy:
Support targeted infrastructure, not bloated wishlists
An overhaul of America's infrastructure is long overdue. I will oppose bloated Democrat wishlists that contribute to our nation's debt while also keeping up the fight for targeted infrastructure that is paid for,
does not contribute to inflation and directly improves Ohio energy production, roads, bridges and airports to boost economic growth and American competitiveness against China.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Crime:
Unapologetically BACK THE BLUE; won't defund the police
Rising crime in Ohio and across America stems from the attacks socialist Democrats have relentlessly waged against our police officers. It's shameful and has no place in our communities. As a prosecutor and member of Ohio's General Assembly,
I have always supported our police and first responders. In the U.S. Senate, I will unapologetically BACK THE BLUE and stop any attempt to defund the police.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Drugs:
Will fight to bolster opioid recovery and treatment programs
I will fight for increased federal support to bolster on-the-ground recovery and treatment programs to wage and win this battle.
As your U.S. Senator I'll continue to advocate for policies aimed at preventing drug traffickers from passing through our southern border, restricting the trafficking of these deadly drugs into the U.S.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Education:
Keep education costs low, champion school choice
Matt has proven to be a leader in the Ohio Senate by designing and delivering a policy agenda that gets results. From fighting to keep the costs of education low, to training Ohio's workforce, championing school
choice, and funding our police, Matt has worked to ensure our state remains a national leader protecting personal freedom and upholding the Constitution.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Education:
Ban Critical Race Theory; support academic freedom
I am the only candidate that has a proven record of expanding school choice and standing firmly against the creep of Critical Race Theory into our classrooms. If we empower students and parents, instead of the teachers' unions and special interests,
education will flourish in America. That is why I have made support for academic freedom, trade skills and affordability in education a cornerstone of my career. This fall, Dolan will vote in the State Senate to ban critical race theory in Ohio.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Energy & Oil:
All-of-the-above instead of Green New Deal
Ohio's farmers feed America and yet, under the Biden tax and regulatory agenda, they remain under threat. I will not compromise when it comes to protecting Ohio's agricultural industry, workers and family farms. I will oppose the steady creep of
Washington's environmental burdens, and policies such as the Green New Deal, that reduce American competitiveness, the strength of our markets and the standing of Ohio agriculture.
The greatest accomplishment of President Trump's time in office was rescinding the Obama regulatory agenda to make America an energy-independent nation. Ohio is a national leader in natural gas, coal and renewable energy production. This is vital to
America's national security, Ohio's local economy, and the strength of our schools and local communities.
Dolan sponsored multiple bills to encourage all-of-the-above energy policy and promote innovation in energy production in Ohio.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Foreign Policy:
Hold China accountable; stand up to China's aggression
Long before communist China unleashed a virus on the world, they were cheating on trade, stealing our intellectual property and wreaking havoc on our foreign policy aims. For America to remain the global leader in job creation and innovation
we need public leaders who aren't afraid to challenge China. I will be a leading voice in holding China accountable, advocating for the return of America's strength in the world and leaving no doubt that the US will stand up to China's aggression.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Free Trade:
Trade deals must protect workers, American innovation
I will oppose any trade deal that does not protect our workers, manufacturing and American innovation.
Long before communist China unleashed a virus on the world, they were cheating on trade, stealing our intellectual property and wreaking havoc on our foreign policy aims.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Government Reform:
Get government out of the way of leading job creators
The government doesn't create jobs, but it can destroy them. I've hired employees. I've signed both sides of a check. I know what it means to deal with recessions, high taxes, regulation and onerous government burdens. In the State Legislature,
I've led the way in expanding workplace freedoms, cutting taxes and getting government out of the way of Ohio's leading job creators. I will do the same in the U.S. Senate.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Government Reform:
H2Ohio: $300M for four co-sponsored clean water bills
- Dolan authored the Great Lakes Compact in Ohio to protect water from being drained or wasted away.
- Dolan fixed budget shortfalls for the conservation & preservation of hunting, fishing and trapping areas.
- Dolan saw to it that $300 million
was invested in the H2Ohio program to improve statewide water quality and infrastructure.
- Dolan co-sponsored and passed four clean water bills to improve and protect Ohio's watersheds, reduce phosphorus runoff and coordinate efforts statewide.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Government Reform:
I strongly support Voter ID and upholding accurate rolls
I strongly support Voter ID and upholding accurate rolls. I will stand in opposition to any federal law that loosens or undermines the integrity and strength of Ohio's independent election system.
Voted to urge the U.S. Congress to reject Joe Biden and Chuck Schumer's unconstitutional overreach into state elections (federal bill HR 1).
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Gun Control:
Liberals will stop at nothing to grab our guns
Having the same, one-size-fits-all gun laws apply to New Yorkers, Ohioans and Texans is nuts. It's an invasion of rights and liberties explicitly afforded by the Constitution. Liberals will stop at nothing to grab our guns. In the U.S. Senate, just as
I did in Ohio, I will work with local law enforcement to ensure not only safe homes, schools and communities, but also iron-clad protections of our Second Amendment rights and the honor and traditions we hold dear.- Dolan co-sponsored the
Castle Doctrine giving Ohioans the right to self-defense in their own home.
- Dolan regularly voted for pro-Second Amendment bills, including expanding an individual's right to bear arms and state preemption of local firearm regulations.
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Dolan helped establish the apprentice hunting license.
- Dolan voted to keep firearm dealers open during pandemic-related shutdowns.
- Dolan co-sponsored legislation that expands and updates concealed carry license rules for veterans.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Health Care:
Obamacare has become a tool of partisan grift
- Obamacare was conceived wrongly, implemented poorly and has become a tool of partisan grift.
- I will always fight for commonsense healthcare policies that will help control costs, expand access and improve the quality of care.
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Dolan has spearheaded efforts in the State Legislature to address surprise medical billing and healthcare transparency costs.
- Dolan voted to enhance telemedicine in Ohio to improve access to care in rural and underserved areas.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Homeland Security:
Set aside political correctness to keep America safe
Ohio is home to one of the largest populations of U.S. military veterans in America. These men and women represent the best of America. Those who have selflessly answered their nation's call should not be forced to sleep on the streets or
struggle to access the benefits and healthcare they earned. I will be a tireless advocate for upholding America's promise to those who have worn the uniform.
The most important duty of our next U.S. Senator will be protecting the nation. We need leaders in Congress who set aside political correctness to keep America safe.
This begins with being clear about the nature of present threats and preparing for the future in a way that funds our military and leverages the full breadth of American power to fortify alliances and defend vital interests at home and abroad.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Immigration:
I will never support amnesty, fight to secure the border
Right now, we have the Ohio National Guard and even state law enforcement supporting border states to stop the illegal flow of migrants and drugs into our country. Strengthening border security is paramount to maintaining national sovereignty and
keeping communities here in Ohio safe. I will never support amnesty. I will fight to secure the border with walls, surveillance, virtual capabilities and personnel. I will stand for the Rule of Law.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Principles & Values:
America is the exceptional nation with sacred values
America is the exceptional nation. We do not apologize for our sacred values or way of life. To protect them, we need to uphold the founding ideals of our nation that make us who we are.
This begins with limited government and the protection of personal freedom and liberty. As a U.S. Senator, I will only support judges that pledge to abide by a strict interpretation of the Constitution
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Principles & Values:
Few understand the threat of cancel culture more than me
Few understand the threat of cancel culture more than me. Rights afforded by the Constitution, like freedom of speech and due process, are under attack in our classrooms, town squares and sports stadiums. Liberals are weaponizing mob justice and cancel
campaigns to silence and censor people and businesses--large and small. It destroys livelihoods and our history. I will move beyond political correctness and hold to account the forces of cancel culture to defend our values and customs.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
On Tax Reform:
Decreased top income tax bracket by nearly 47%
- Dolan stopped a billion-dollar tax increase on Ohio's small businesses.
- Since Dolan was elected to the State Legislature, Ohio's top income tax bracket has decreased nearly 47%, saving the average Ohio worker hundreds of dollars per year
in taxes.
- Dolan delivered a tax cut for every Ohioan in the 2021 Budget.
- Dolan's efforts with the state budget reduced the number of income tax brackets in Ohio from 9 brackets to 4, saving Ohio families and businesses time and money.
Source: 2021 OH Senate campaign website DolanForOhio.com
Sep 21, 2021
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