Kenneth Marchant represents Texas's 24th congressional district. During the 2003 Texas redistricting, the 24th District, then represented by 13-term incumbent Democrat Martin Frost, was significantly redrawn, turning it from a heavily Democratic district into a heavily Republican district. The new district is centered around Carrollton, which Marchant has represented for a quarter century.
Marchant has fought to end illegal immigration by pushing to enforce existing laws and has voted to strengthen U.S. borders. He has opposed plans to give amnesty to over 10 million people. “Amnesty is not an option, rewarding those who break the law does not solve the problem,” stated Marchant.
Marchant has been recognized by the Family Research Council as a “True Blue Member of Congress” for his unwavering commitment to strong family values.
Earlier this year, Minority Leader Boehner appointed Congressman Marchant to the powerful House Committee on Financial Services. Marchant has a history of being a fiscal conservative. He has been recognized by Americans for Tax Reform as a “Hero of the Taxpayer” and “Small Business Champion.” Most recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce presented Marchant with its “Spirit of Enterprise” award.
Recently, Congressman Marchant received the "Defender of Economic Freedom" award from the Club for Growth for 2008. The "Defender of Economic Freedom Award" is given to those members of Congress who receive a score of 90 or higher. This score is based on key fiscal conservative votes.
Congressman Marchant was also recognized by the Club for Growth because of his pledge to swear off pork in 2009. Marchant is one of only four Texas lawmakers to swear off pork in 2009. Marchant was also recognized by Citizens Against Government Waste for his no pork pledge.
In 2008, Congressman Marchant received a 100 rating from the American Conservative Union based on his voting record on social, economic, and foreign policy issues. And National Journal ranked Marchant as the 15th most conservative member of the House of Representatives in 2008.
Marchant has fought to end illegal immigration by pushing to enforce existing laws and has voted to strengthen U.S. borders. He has opposed plans to give amnesty to over 10 million people. “Amnesty is not an option, rewarding those who break the law does not solve the problem,” stated Marchant.
Marchant has been recognized by the Family Research Council as a “True Blue Member of Congress” for his unwavering commitment to strong family values.
Earlier this year, Minority Leader Boehner appointed Congressman Marchant to the powerful House Committee on Financial Services. Marchant has a history of being a fiscal conservative. He has been recognized by Americans for Tax Reform as a “Hero of the Taxpayer” and “Small Business Champion.” Most recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce presented Marchant with its “Spirit of Enterprise” award.
Recently, Congressman Marchant received the "Defender of Economic Freedom" award from the Club for Growth for 2008. The "Defender of Economic Freedom Award" is given to those members of Congress who receive a score of 90 or higher. This score is based on key fiscal conservative votes.
Congressman Marchant was also recognized by the Club for Growth because of his pledge to swear off pork in 2009. Marchant is one of only four Texas lawmakers to swear off pork in 2009. Marchant was also recognized by Citizens Against Government Waste for his no pork pledge.
In 2008, Congressman Marchant received a 100 rating from the American Conservative Union based on his voting record on social, economic, and foreign policy issues. And National Journal ranked Marchant as the 15th most conservative member of the House of Representatives in 2008.
Elections
Office
State
District
Date
U.S. House
2006
Marchant, Kenny (Inc)Republican
83,835
Democrat
52,075
Libertarian
4,228
U.S. House (Primary)
2006
Democrat
3,089
Marchant, Kenny (Inc)Republican
9,716
U.S. House
2004
Republican
154,435
Democrat
82,599
Libertarian
4,340
U.S. House (Primary)
2004
Democrat
6,572
Republican
9,073
Republican
1,103
Republican
1,096
Republican
1,074
Interest Group Data
Interest Group
Year
Rating
Club For Growth
2007
61.00
Club For Growth
2006
69.00
National Right to Life Commitee
2006
100.00
Americans for Better Imigration
2007
84.00
Americans for Better Imigration
2006
82.00
Americans for Better Imigration
2005
85.00
Gun Owners of America
2008
86.00
Gun Owners of America
2007
86.00
Gun Owners of America
2006
100.00
Gun Owners of America
2005
50.00
National Rifle Association
2008
93.00
National Rifle Association
2006
93.00
NARAL Inverse (100 minus rating)
2007
100.00
NARAL Inverse (100 minus rating)
2006
100.00
NARAL Inverse (100 minus rating)
2005
100.00
Citizens Against Government Waste
2006
74.00
Citizens Against Government Waste
2005
74.00
Federation for American Immigration Reform
2005
86.00
U.S. Border Control
2006
100.00
US English
2007
93.00
English First
2007
100.00
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 Fort Worth Star Telegram | Santorum wins straw poll of Republicans in Tarrant Fort Worth Star Telegram That kind of talk appealed to Randy King of Euless, a member of the NE Tarrant Tea Party who is unhappy with two local Republicans: US Rep. Kenny Marchant of Coppell and state Rep. Todd Smith of Euless. Neither Marchant nor Smith was at the event but ... |
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3rd Annual Champions for Children Gala Star Community Newspapers Gala Honorary Host Committee members include: CJ Wilson's Children's Charities; David and Andrea Murphy; Congressmen Michael C. Burgess MD and Kenny Marchant; State Senators Jane Nelson and Chris Harris; and State Representatives Burt Solomons, ... |
Debate in Congress today over transit funding could have impact in Dallas, Houston Dallas Morning News (subscription) (blog) Sam Johnson, Kevin Brady, and Kenny Marchant -- and each voted with their party. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, a Democrat, voted with his party, too. It will join on the House floor a companion bill that was passed through the House transportation committee ... |