Trever Nehls

[{"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>Trever Nehls completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nehls' 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-key-message-389801-2026-01-16\" id=\"heading-key-message-389801-2026-01-16\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-389801-2026-01-16\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-389801-2026-01-16\" 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-389801-2026-01-16\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-389801-2026-01-16\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>America First: \r\n<p>Secure the Border &amp; Enforce Immigration Laws\r\n</p>\nI stand firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass President Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws. I will fight to crush the cartels, ensure they remain designated as foreign terrorist organizations, and end the chaos threatening Texas communities once and for all.</li><li>Tackle Inflation:\r\n\r\nMaking District 22 and Texas Affordable for Families\r\n\r\nI am committed to rebuilding an economy that puts American workers, families, and taxpayers first. While Democrats played political games and shut down the government without delivering results, I will focus on real solutions to tackle inflation and advance policies that lower the cost of groceries, gas, housing, and everyday necessities. I support lower taxes, fewer regulations, and a pro-growth agenda that strengthens the American economy and makes life more affordable for Texas families.</li><li>Energy Independence:\r\n\r\nMaking America Prosperous Through Energy Independence\r\n\r\nI support President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance. I will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies and focus on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families. A strong energy sector means a strong America—with more jobs and greater national security.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-389801-2026-01-16\" id=\"heading1-389801-2026-01-16\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-389801-2026-01-16\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-389801-2026-01-16\" 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=\"heading1-389801-2026-01-16\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-389801-2026-01-16\" 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\tI am deeply passionate about public policy that protects families, strengthens communities, and upholds our constitutional freedoms. I believe in securing our nation’s borders and enforcing immigration laws to protect public safety. I’m committed to advancing economic policies that lower the cost of living for families and promote prosperity through lower taxes, fewer regulations, and American energy independence. I also care intensely about empowering parents in education and protecting children from harmful ideologies, supporting law enforcement to keep neighborhoods safe, and investing in critical infrastructure that improves mobility and disaster resilience in our communities.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-389801-2026-01-16\" id=\"heading2-389801-2026-01-16\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-389801-2026-01-16\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-389801-2026-01-16\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-389801-2026-01-16\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-389801-2026-01-16\" 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\tPresident Donald J. Trump<br/>\n<p>Speaker of the House Mike Johnson<br/>\r\nGovernor Greg Abbott<br/>\r\nLieutenant Governor Dan Patrick<br/>\r\nU.S. Senator Ted Cruz<br/>\r\nCongressman Randy Weber (TX-14)<br/><br/>\n</p>\nIn addition to the above, numerous state and local officials. Please see our Facebook page for more details.\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>\n<div><div style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem\"><h4>Campaign website</h4><p>Nehls' campaign website stated the following:</p><div style=\"max-height:400px;overflow-y:auto;border:1px solid #ccc;padding:10px;margin:20px\"><blockquote style=\"margin:0px\"><p class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73361b06 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child elementor-motion-effects-element\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-id=\"73361b06\" data-settings='{\"motion_fx_translateY_speed\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.5,\"sizes\":[]},\"motion_fx_devices\":[\"desktop\"],\"motion_fx_motion_fx_scrolling\":\"yes\",\"motion_fx_translateY_effect\":\"yes\",\"motion_fx_translateY_affectedRange\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":\"\",\"sizes\":{\"start\":0,\"end\":100}}}' style=\"--translateY: -8.015px; --e-transform-transition-duration: 100ms; transform: translateY(var(--translateY));\"> </p><h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Secure the Border and Enforce Immigration Laws</h4><p>Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws. Trever will fight to crush the cartels, make sure they remain as foreign terrorist organizations, and end the chaos threatening Texas communities once and for all.  </p><h4>Making District 22 and Texas Affordable For Families\n</h4><p>Trever is committed to rebuilding an economy that puts American workers, families, and taxpayers first. While Democrats played political games and shut down the government without any results, Trever will work to find solutions to tackle inflation and advance policies that lower costs for groceries, gas, housing, and everyday necessities. Trever supports lower taxes, fewer regulations and a pro-growth agenda that strengthens the American economy.   </p><h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Protect Our Children and Empower Parental Choice</h4><p>Parents, not bureaucrats, must be in control. Trever will defend parental rights and end the radical woke ideology targeting children. He will vote to eliminate DEI mandates, block gender ideology in schools, protect girls’ sports, and require full curriculum transparency. He believes in patriotic, pro-America education grounded in Texas values, not political indoctrination. </p><h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Making America Prosperous Through Energy Independence</h4><p>Trever supports President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance. He will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies while focusing on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families. A strong energy sector means a strong America including more jobs and greater national security. </p><h4>Fund &amp; Support Law Enforcement\n</h4><p>As a former constable and police officer, Trever Nehls will back the blue without apology. He opposes soft-on-crime leftist policies and will  fully fund and support law enforcement. Trever understands what it takes to keep families safe and will always side with law enforcement.</p><h4>Focusing On \n<p>Critical Infrastructure: Mobility, Flood Mitigation, &amp; Finishing \nSH-99 Through Brazoria, Fort Bend &amp; Harris Counties\n</p>\n</h4><p>Trever is committed to delivering the critical infrastructure District 22 needs to grow and stay safe. He will support studying real solutions to improve mobility in the greater Houston area while working to promote flood-mitigation systems that protect neighborhoods from major storms and natural disasters. A top priority is finishing and expanding SH-99 through Brazoria, Fort Bend &amp; Harris Counties. Trever understands this is a vital project for reducing congestion and ensuring long-term connectivity for families and small businesses across the eastern portion of District 22.  </p><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"></h2></blockquote><div style=\"text-align: right; font-size: 0.9em; color: #555; margin-top: 0.5em;\"><p style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#555\">— Trever Nehls' <a href=\"https://www.trevernehlsforcongress.com/issues/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">campaign website</a> (January 16, 2026)</p></div></div></div><div style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 0.5em;\"><i>Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.</i></div></div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Trever Nehls did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Trever Nehls did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nTrever Nehls completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nehls' responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nPlease 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? America First: Secure the Border & Enforce Immigration Laws I stand firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass President Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws. I will fight to crush the cartels, ensure they remain designated as foreign terrorist organizations, and end the chaos threatening Texas communities once and for all. Tackle Inflation:\r\n\r\nMaking District 22 and Texas Affordable for Families\r\n\r\nI am committed to rebuilding an economy that puts American workers, families, and taxpayers first. While Democrats played political games and shut down the government without delivering results, I will focus on real solutions to tackle inflation and advance policies that lower the cost of groceries, gas, housing, and everyday necessities. I support lower taxes, fewer regulations, and a pro-growth agenda that strengthens the American economy and makes life more affordable for Texas families. Energy Independence:\r\n\r\nMaking America Prosperous Through Energy Independence\r\n\r\nI support President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance. I will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies and focus on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families. A strong energy sector means a strong America—with more jobs and greater national security. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am deeply passionate about public policy that protects families, strengthens communities, and upholds our constitutional freedoms. I believe in securing our nation’s borders and enforcing immigration laws to protect public safety. I’m committed to advancing economic policies that lower the cost of living for families and promote prosperity through lower taxes, fewer regulations, and American energy independence. I also care intensely about empowering parents in education and protecting children from harmful ideologies, supporting law enforcement to keep neighborhoods safe, and investing in critical infrastructure that improves mobility and disaster resilience in our communities. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? President Donald J. Trump Speaker of the House Mike Johnson Governor Greg Abbott Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick U.S. Senator Ted Cruz Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) In addition to the above, numerous state and local officials. Please see our Facebook page for more details.\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.\nCampaign website Nehls' campaign website stated the following: Secure the Border and Enforce Immigration Laws Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws. Trever will fight to crush the cartels, make sure they remain as foreign terrorist organizations, and end the chaos threatening Texas communities once and for all. Making District 22 and Texas Affordable For Families Trever is committed to rebuilding an economy that puts American workers, families, and taxpayers first. While Democrats played political games and shut down the government without any results, Trever will work to find solutions to tackle inflation and advance policies that lower costs for groceries, gas, housing, and everyday necessities. Trever supports lower taxes, fewer regulations and a pro-growth agenda that strengthens the American economy. Protect Our Children and Empower Parental Choice Parents, not bureaucrats, must be in control. Trever will defend parental rights and end the radical woke ideology targeting children. He will vote to eliminate DEI mandates, block gender ideology in schools, protect girls’ sports, and require full curriculum transparency. He believes in patriotic, pro-America education grounded in Texas values, not political indoctrination. Making America Prosperous Through Energy Independence Trever supports President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance. He will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies while focusing on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families. A strong energy sector means a strong America including more jobs and greater national security. Fund & Support Law Enforcement As a former constable and police officer, Trever Nehls will back the blue without apology. He opposes soft-on-crime leftist policies and will  fully fund and support law enforcement. Trever understands what it takes to keep families safe and will always side with law enforcement. Focusing On Critical Infrastructure: Mobility, Flood Mitigation, & Finishing \nSH-99 Through Brazoria, Fort Bend & Harris Counties Trever is committed to delivering the critical infrastructure District 22 needs to grow and stay safe. He will support studying real solutions to improve mobility in the greater Houston area while working to promote flood-mitigation systems that protect neighborhoods from major storms and natural disasters. A top priority is finishing and expanding SH-99 through Brazoria, Fort Bend & Harris Counties. Trever understands this is a vital project for reducing congestion and ensuring long-term connectivity for families and small businesses across the eastern portion of District 22. — Trever Nehls' campaign website (January 16, 2026) Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.\n\nTrever Nehls did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.\n\nTrever Nehls did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey."}]