Robert Aderholt — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Alabama, 2026

Robert Aderholt supports policies aimed at securing the border and reducing illegal immigration, citing national security concerns. He voted in favor of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" and the final Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills, which included funding for Homeland Security and $10 billion for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He emphasizes the importance of legal immigration and a secure border for national safety.

““I’m voted yes because hardworking families deserve tax relief, a secure border, and a government that lives within its means,” said Congressman Robert Aderholt, as quoted on aderholt.house.gov/issues/immigration.”

Congressman Robert Aderholt supported the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills, which included the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education bill. He stated this legislation balanced responsible fiscal stewardship with key investments in biomedical research, schools, and public health. Aderholt emphasized fiscal restraint and targeted investment as guiding principles for the FY26 package, and has also affirmed his commitment to upholding pro-life policies.

““For my part, I believe the Labor-HHS bill carefully balanced responsible fiscal stewardship while maintaining key investments in biomedical research, schools, and public health. Thanks to negotiations on a bicameral, bipartisan level, funding decisions moved through a deliberate, member-driven process on all appropriations bills that emphasize transparency, accountability, and timely consideration,” Robert Aderholt, Press Release from his House website, January 23, 2026.”

Robert Aderholt voted for an amendment requiring Congressional approval for executive regulations imposing carbon taxes, aiming to prevent their passage. He opposed greenhouse gas emission regulations under the Clean Air Act for agriculture. Aderholt advocates for expanding America’s energy exploration and opening the Keystone Pipeline to increase oil and gas production and lower energy prices. He also announced $520,000 in EPA grants for water system improvements in Garden City.

“I am opposed to any attempt to impose greenhouse gas regulations under the Clean Air Act on the agricultural industry. (Robert Aderholt, letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, December 2008)”

Robert Aderholt voted "nay" on the Ensuring Women's Right to Reproductive Freedom Act. He supports pro-life protections, emphasizing his belief that all life is precious and the rights of the unborn are of utmost concern. As Chairman of the House Values Action Team, he strongly supported the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill, citing its longstanding pro-life protections.

“I also wholeheartedly believe that we should look for ways to curb and stop abortions in the United States. The rights of the unborn continue to be of the utmost concern to me. All life is precious. When people discuss abortion there is a tendency to couch the argument in terms of it being simply a choice or decision. That's not what it's about. It's about protecting the innocent lives of the most vulnerable among us. — Robert Aderholt, http://aderholt.house.gov/issues/family-values”

Robert Aderholt voted in favor of the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 3.8% pay raise for service members and strengthens deterrence. He also supports increased defense appropriations to uphold national security, believing in "peace through strength." He condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, supported an additional $10 billion in aid for Ukraine, and advocates for strengthening NATO by requiring members to increase defense budgets.

“I strongly support the President’s efforts to continue to strengthen America at home and abroad. ... I am proud to work alongside President Trump and my Republican colleagues to continue advancing an America first agenda that increases economic growth, protects our national security, and delivers peace through strength." - Congressman Robert Aderholt, Press Release, February 25, 2026.”

Robert Aderholt supported the passage of the FY2026 appropriations bills, which included funding for Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and key investments in schools. He advocates for educational reform to begin at the local and state levels, focusing on qualified teachers and necessary resources. He also secured a $264,432 federal grant for STEAM training programs in Blount County. While committed to providing necessary federal support, he critiques the effectiveness of federal K-12 funding, stressing that schools should teach 'how to think, not what to think'.

“While educational reform is needed, it needs to begin at the local and state level. Schools need qualified teachers in the classroom. They need the financial resources for computers and other teaching aids that will be critical to our children's development. I'm committed to doing my part in Washington to provide the necessary support while protecting the rights of local communities and leaders in determining their educational future." — Robert Aderholt, Issues: Education, February 17, 2026”

Congressman Robert Aderholt supports gun rights, viewing the Second Amendment as a fundamental freedom that protects gun owners and deters criminal activity. He believes in expanding gun owners' rights rather than imposing new restrictions, stating that the right to self-protection should not be taken away due to criminal actions. In the 112th Congress, he cosponsored H.R. 822, the National Right-To-Carry Reciprocity Act.

“I will continue to support this kind of legislation, as I firmly believe that we need to expand the rights of gun owners rather than seeking new ways to impose restrictions. (Congressman Robert Aderholt, aderholt.house.gov/issues/gun-rights)”