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TX · DISTRICT 6

Jake Ellzey

RepublicanTexasCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on January 3, 2025 Source ↗

What they said 9

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

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Stop efforts to force teachers to comply with “radical indoctrination”

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Jake Ellzey opposes efforts to force teachers to comply with what he calls “radical indoctrination” and wants schools to refocus on education. He says public schools should equip the next generation and that teachers should receive the support and resources needed to teach children. He also says teachers, students, and parents should have a voice in Washington.

Context: Ellzey does not define “radical indoctrination” or identify the efforts or a specific policy mechanism to stop them.

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Economy, taxes & work

Encourage exports and trade in American goods

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Ellzey supports encouraging the export and trade of American goods. He says this would bolster the global economy and benefit Americans and U.S. trading partners.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Economy, taxes & work

Favor a free-market economy with less government interference

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Ellzey supports a free-market economy and opposes efforts to impose socialism. He favors letting businesses operate without government interference so Americans can earn a living.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Foreign affairs & defense

Continue support for Israel

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Ellzey supports continued U.S. backing for Israel, which he calls a strong supporter and constant ally in the fight against terrorism. He also points to Israel’s role as a trade, defense, and global partner that strengthens American interests. He says the October 7 attack is a reason the United States should not turn its back on Israel.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Economy, taxes & work

Cut taxes and oppose Washington’s tax-and-spend policies

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Ellzey says government should not spend more than it has and argues that Americans should stop footing the bill for Washington’s tax-and-spend policies. He presents this as a basic rule for public finances, but does not identify a particular tax cut or spending change.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Strengthen and equip public schools

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Ellzey says public schools should equip the next generation of leaders and teach children, rather than run what he calls “social experiments” on them. He says he is committed to ensuring schools are strong and well-equipped for that teaching role.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Transportation & infrastructure Agriculture & food

Oppose the proposed high-speed rail project

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Ellzey opposes the proposed high-speed rail project, calling it a bureaucratic “pet project” and a land-grab project. He says farmland should not be destroyed for it and taxpayer dollars should not be spent on what he calls an unsustainable and unnecessary project. He frames his objection around protecting Texans’ rights to keep, manage, and use their property.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Secure the border and support Border Patrol

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Ellzey calls for legislation to secure the border, finish the wall, and provide Border Patrol agents with resources he says they need to keep families safe. He also calls for supporting President Trump’s efforts. Ellzey characterizes the Biden-Harris Administration’s border policies as creating a humanitarian crisis and allowing criminals, fentanyl, and human traffickers to cross the border.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

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Civil rights & justice

Support the right to life

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Ellzey says he fully supports the right to life, which he calls the first and most vital right. He grounds that position in his Christian faith and identity as a father; he does not identify a specific law or policy action.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.