Lance Gooden — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Texas, 2026

Representative Lance Gooden supports strict immigration laws, advocating for border security and enforcement. He co-sponsored and voted for the SAVE America Act, which requires proof of citizenship for federal elections, stating that American elections should be decided by American citizens. Gooden also introduced H.R. 7612 and the End Sanctuary Cities Act, which aims to penalize state and local officials who obstruct federal immigration enforcement or harbor illegal immigrants, asserting that sanctuary cities are government-sanctioned obstruction of federal law.

““Sanctuary cities are nothing more than government-sanctioned obstruction of federal law. If local officials choose to shield criminal illegal aliens instead of protecting Americans, they should be held personally accountable,” said Rep. Gooden.”

Lance Gooden opposes Obamacare, stating it has failed to reduce costs or increase access to quality, affordable health insurance, leading to skyrocketing premiums. He advocates for free-market solutions, aiming to reduce costs, improve outcomes, and increase patient choice for all Americans. Furthermore, Gooden is pro-life and pledges to fight against government funding for abortion services. He has received an endorsement from the Texas Alliance for Life.

“Many of my democratic colleagues believe that socializing medicine is the answer to our broken healthcare system, but radical proposals like these will make only healthcare more expensive and pass those costs along to the taxpayers at a time when they simply can’t afford it. Applying free-market solutions to reduce costs, improve outcomes, and increase patient choice will allow all Americans to receive affordable care options. - Lance Gooden, gooden.house.gov/healthcare”

Lance Gooden voted in favor of the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act (HR 4758) and the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act (HR 4626) in February 2026. He opposes climate regulations and supports blocking ESG rules for retirement accounts. His public image includes efforts to block climate rules and defund UN migration agencies.

Lance Gooden is a staunch pro-life advocate, aiming to advance protections for unborn babies and their mothers. He supported a 20-week abortion ban, including third-trimester abortions and those for babies with disabilities, through his vote on HB 2 in 2013. Gooden also supports an amendment to prevent taxpayer dollars from funding abortions.

Lance Gooden supports strengthening national defense and securing borders, citing a commitment to these goals upon taking office. He voted 'Yea' on the Made-in-America Defense Act (US HB4216) and on the Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act (HR 1531). Additionally, he serves on the House Committee on Armed Services, demonstrating his focus on defense policy.

“As I begin this new term, I remain dedicated to working with President Trump to secure our borders, bring jobs back from overseas, strengthen our national defense, and dismantle Biden’s weaponized government. — Congressman Lance Gooden, gooden.house.gov, January 2025”

Representative Lance Gooden states that a one-size-fits-all approach to education is ineffective, advocating for policies that empower states and parent choice. He emphasizes teaching students skills for the modern workforce, including career and technical education programs. In April 2022, Gooden unveiled a bill aimed at preventing gender identity and sex education in elementary schools.

“A one-size-fits-all, big government approach to education does not work. Putting in place policies that empower states and parent choice do. By teaching students the skills they need for today’s workforce needs, including career and technical education programs, we can better meet the growing and ever-changing demands of the global marketplace.”

Lance Gooden has received an endorsement from Gun Owners of America (GOA) in the U.S. House, TX-05 election. GOA highlights his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the freedoms of law-abiding Texans and his impressive track record of supporting the Second Amendment, stating he staunchly opposes attacks on it.