Stephen Huey

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Stephen Huey completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Huey's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">I’m a husband, father of four children, small business owner, and proud Rice University graduate. My wife Stephanie and I both went to Rice and are now raising our family right here in the 18th Congressional District of Texas. As a working parent and entrepreneur, I understand the real challenges families face, and I’m committed to fighting for policies that actually work for us, not just for the well-connected.</p><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">I spent the early years of my childhood in Texas before my family moved to West Africa, where my parents served as missionaries in Nigeria and Ghana for over 20 years. That experience gave me a deep appreciation for community and service. When I returned to the United States, I studied computer science at Rice and went on to spend 20+ years creating cutting-edge technology that improves lives, from the nation’s largest bank and energy companies to innovative healthcare startups.</p><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">Throughout my career, I’ve worked with people from every walk of life. Whether building software or leading teams, I’ve always focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and delivering results. That’s exactly the mindset I’ll bring to Washington.</p><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">I’m not a career politician. I’m a working American who’s tired of a system that leaves too many families behind. I’m running for Congress to bring a fresh perspective and deliver real change for the 18th District. Together, we can build something better, and I’d be humbled to earn your support.</p></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">Economy &amp; Jobs: We need sensible solutions that actually lower costs and raise wages. To reduce energy costs for everyday Americans and businesses and remain competitive on the world stage, we should be investing in a wide range of energy sources, not pick just a few. Lowering energy costs will lower prices on food and essentials. History shows that Trump’s tariffs were not a good idea and they do not work well and have already increased inflation and costs. We need thoughtful fair trade agreements and smart business incentives. We must also expand workforce training and apprenticeship programs that lead to high-paying, skilled 21st century jobs. It’s time for policies that work for the people, not just the powerful and well-connected.</p></li><li><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">Cost of Living: Grocery bills are up, housing is harder to afford, and too many are being forced to make impossible choices. Cuts to food assistance, healthcare, and other essential services are hitting working families the hardest. Every child in America should have enough to eat and a safe place to call home. That means building more affordable housing near where people work, supporting local agriculture and food access, and strengthening, not slashing, the programs that help families get by. We need thoughtful, family-first plans that lift people up, not more political games that leave communities behind.</p></li><li><p class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-feature-settings: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Helvetica; color: rgb(33, 47, 63); white-space-collapse: collapse;\">Healthcare: Healthcare is a basic human need, but Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to Medicaid would strip healthcare from thousands of families, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities. I strongly oppose these reckless cuts, because I’ve seen how short-sighted policies like this lead to more suffering and higher costs down the road. Instead of taking healthcare away, we should expand access, especially to primary care, so people can get the treatment they need before minor issues become major health crises. After a lifetime of hard work, our seniors deserve dignity and the care they’ve earned, not disrespect and neglect. I’ll fight to protect the programs that keep our communities healthy.</p></li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading1-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tOur community has too often been neglected by our state &amp; national leaders. Flooding is a threat but now FEMA is being cut; I will fight for help. Teacher turnover is high due to the state takeover of HISD &amp; food assistance is being cut, but no child should go hungry, and every child should be given well-paid caring &amp; capable teachers. Texas is redistricting unethically and I will always defend the Voting Rights Act and the people it is designed to protect. While we must ensure public safety and catch dangerous criminal immigrants, we also need sensible legal pathways for the others who are working hard contributing to our society. We should restore funding to health research.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading2-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tLeaders should be honest and committed to the people they serve above all else rather than special interests from businesses and other powerful groups. In the past, elected officials always divested from investments or other conflicts of interest that could interfere with the decisions they needed to make for their constituents, but now leaders are profiting too much from actions they take in office. Citizens must demand they be trustworthy public servants instead.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading3-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWhen I told a friend of mine who worked on Capitol Hill that I’m running for Congress, he was excited and told me “a lot of them don’t even like people, and you love people!” It is true that I love talking to anyone and everyone, and I will work with representatives on either side of the aisle to serve the people from my district. The people can also trust me to never sell out because my faith compels me to be ethical in all I do. It’s helpful I’m not a career politician because the status quo is not working. I bring decades of experience solving real-world business problems in several industries, so my background makes me better equipped than the typical Congressman. I have worked in one of the largest companies in the world and seen how they are able to succeed despite their size, and I have also worked in multiple small startups where time was of the essence and it was challenging to survive and thrive because we had to be nimble and think out of the box in order to get innovative solutions out the door. I’ll bring that resilience and perspective to Capitol Hill and make effective changes for my district.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-360006-2025-08-05\" id=\"heading4-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-360006-2025-08-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-360006-2025-08-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-360006-2025-08-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWe have the technology to increase transparency more than ever before, but the government is still too opaque, so citizens must demand more openness from leaders. A huge problem is that too many leaders are financially benefiting from legislation when there should be more restrictions on stock trading and other conflicts of interest.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nStephen Huey completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Huey's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I’m a husband, father of four children, small business owner, and proud Rice University graduate. My wife Stephanie and I both went to Rice and are now raising our family right here in the 18th Congressional District of Texas. As a working parent and entrepreneur, I understand the real challenges families face, and I’m committed to fighting for policies that actually work for us, not just for the well-connected. I spent the early years of my childhood in Texas before my family moved to West Africa, where my parents served as missionaries in Nigeria and Ghana for over 20 years. That experience gave me a deep appreciation for community and service. When I returned to the United States, I studied computer science at Rice and went on to spend 20+ years creating cutting-edge technology that improves lives, from the nation’s largest bank and energy companies to innovative healthcare startups. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with people from every walk of life. Whether building software or leading teams, I’ve always focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and delivering results. That’s exactly the mindset I’ll bring to Washington. I’m not a career politician. I’m a working American who’s tired of a system that leaves too many families behind. I’m running for Congress to bring a fresh perspective and deliver real change for the 18th District. Together, we can build something better, and I’d be humbled to earn your support. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Economy & Jobs: We need sensible solutions that actually lower costs and raise wages. To reduce energy costs for everyday Americans and businesses and remain competitive on the world stage, we should be investing in a wide range of energy sources, not pick just a few. Lowering energy costs will lower prices on food and essentials. History shows that Trump’s tariffs were not a good idea and they do not work well and have already increased inflation and costs. We need thoughtful fair trade agreements and smart business incentives. We must also expand workforce training and apprenticeship programs that lead to high-paying, skilled 21st century jobs. It’s time for policies that work for the people, not just the powerful and well-connected. Cost of Living: Grocery bills are up, housing is harder to afford, and too many are being forced to make impossible choices. Cuts to food assistance, healthcare, and other essential services are hitting working families the hardest. Every child in America should have enough to eat and a safe place to call home. That means building more affordable housing near where people work, supporting local agriculture and food access, and strengthening, not slashing, the programs that help families get by. We need thoughtful, family-first plans that lift people up, not more political games that leave communities behind. Healthcare: Healthcare is a basic human need, but Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to Medicaid would strip healthcare from thousands of families, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities. I strongly oppose these reckless cuts, because I’ve seen how short-sighted policies like this lead to more suffering and higher costs down the road. Instead of taking healthcare away, we should expand access, especially to primary care, so people can get the treatment they need before minor issues become major health crises. After a lifetime of hard work, our seniors deserve dignity and the care they’ve earned, not disrespect and neglect. I’ll fight to protect the programs that keep our communities healthy. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Our community has too often been neglected by our state & national leaders. Flooding is a threat but now FEMA is being cut; I will fight for help. Teacher turnover is high due to the state takeover of HISD & food assistance is being cut, but no child should go hungry, and every child should be given well-paid caring & capable teachers. Texas is redistricting unethically and I will always defend the Voting Rights Act and the people it is designed to protect. While we must ensure public safety and catch dangerous criminal immigrants, we also need sensible legal pathways for the others who are working hard contributing to our society. We should restore funding to health research. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Leaders should be honest and committed to the people they serve above all else rather than special interests from businesses and other powerful groups. In the past, elected officials always divested from investments or other conflicts of interest that could interfere with the decisions they needed to make for their constituents, but now leaders are profiting too much from actions they take in office. Citizens must demand they be trustworthy public servants instead. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? When I told a friend of mine who worked on Capitol Hill that I’m running for Congress, he was excited and told me “a lot of them don’t even like people, and you love people!” It is true that I love talking to anyone and everyone, and I will work with representatives on either side of the aisle to serve the people from my district. The people can also trust me to never sell out because my faith compels me to be ethical in all I do. It’s helpful I’m not a career politician because the status quo is not working. I bring decades of experience solving real-world business problems in several industries, so my background makes me better equipped than the typical Congressman. I have worked in one of the largest companies in the world and seen how they are able to succeed despite their size, and I have also worked in multiple small startups where time was of the essence and it was challenging to survive and thrive because we had to be nimble and think out of the box in order to get innovative solutions out the door. I’ll bring that resilience and perspective to Capitol Hill and make effective changes for my district. What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? We have the technology to increase transparency more than ever before, but the government is still too opaque, so citizens must demand more openness from leaders. A huge problem is that too many leaders are financially benefiting from legislation when there should be more restrictions on stock trading and other conflicts of interest.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it."}]