Guy Reschenthaler — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Pennsylvania, 2026

Guy Reschenthaler opposes mass amnesty and supports stricter immigration laws, citing concerns that criminals and gang members exploit the current system. He advocates for enhancing border security with a wall and ending sanctuary city policies. He introduced the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal elections, and voted for bills to prevent noncitizens from voting.

Guy Reschenthaler voted against extending health insurance subsidies in February 2026. He also voted in favor of H.R. 6703, known as the "Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act." This bill, which he supported, aims to reduce healthcare premiums.

Representative Guy Reschenthaler has consistently voted against environmental protection measures, reflected in his 0% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2025 and a 5% lifetime score. He voted against bills in 2025 to limit environmental review for pipelines, defund the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, and eliminate clean energy incentives. In 2026, he voted to advance appropriations for infrastructure projects in Pennsylvania, which included funding for inland water systems and road construction.

Guy Reschenthaler co-sponsored the Life at Conception Act, which seeks a nationwide abortion ban without exceptions. He states that he believes all life is sacred and that there is a shared responsibility to protect unborn children, making it a priority to support pro-life policies. Additionally, he supported a resolution condemning attacks against pro-life facilities and voted "Yes" on the Pregnant Students' Rights Act (HR 6359) on January 22, 2026.

“I believe all life is sacred and every person has dignity, value, and a right to life. We share a responsibility to protect the lives of unborn children. I have made it a priority to push for pro-life policies and will continue to represent the values of southwestern Pennsylvania in Washington D.C. by supporting legislation that protects the sanctity of life.”

Guy Reschenthaler has supported President Trump's foreign policy and defense initiatives. He also co-introduced a series of bills that proposed a preemptive authorization for the use of military force to defend Taiwan, aimed to reestablish the U.S. Navy’s Taiwan Patrol Force, and sought to end the policy of strategic ambiguity.

““The Golden Age of America is here, and under President Trump’s leadership, our nation is stronger and more prosperous than ever before. In my lifetime, there has never been a President who delivered such bold promises and results for the American people. Tonight, President Trump highlighted a renewed and revitalized America marked by … Continue Reading” — Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), January 22, 2026, from reschenthaler.house.gov/media/press-releases”

Guy Reschenthaler voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act. He supports funding for Head Start, recognizing its positive impact on children's language, literacy, math, and social-emotional development. He advocates for local control in education, believing state and local officials, teachers, and families are best equipped to provide academic opportunities. Reschenthaler also introduced bipartisan legislation to facilitate simulation technology workforce training and improve college affordability for National Guard and Reserve servicemembers.

““The positive impacts of Head Start’s Services is clear. Head Start children make progress in language, literacy, and math, while also demonstrating significant gains in social-emotional and cognitive development. They are also more likely to receive health screenings, immunizations, and develop healthy lifestyle patterns…. We want to acknowledge Head Start’s critical role in addressing the needs of working families and children who have experienced trauma…” – Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), then-Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK)”

Guy Reschenthaler voted against reviving a ban on semi-automatic guns in 2022. He asserts his support for Second Amendment rights, advocating for protections for law-abiding American gun owners. Reschenthaler's position is to oppose gun control measures and to ensure Second Amendment rights are not compromised by strict regulations.

“It's a gun grab, pure and simple," said Rep. Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pa., referring to the vote to revive a ban on certain semi-automatic guns in July 2022.”