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Aaron Bean

Currently represents District 4

LaShonda L.J. Holloway

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Aaron Bean

LaShonda L.J. Holloway

Aaron Bean

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Mike Sell

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Aaron Bean

I am beyond proud to represent the people of Northeast Florida as the Congressman from District 4, serving Clay, Duval and Nassau Counties. In addition to serving in Congress, I’m a conservative businessman, a lifelong , a husband and a father of three. I got into public service because my heart is devoted to serving my community and working hard for what I believe in, and I am honored to serve in our nation’s Capitol representing the people of Congressional District 4.

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LaShonda L.J. Holloway

LaShonda "L.J." Holloway is a progressive politician running for the U.S. House of Representatives to represent Florida's 4th Congressional District. A fourth-generation resident of Jacksonville, Holloway is a professional mediator, arbitrator, and consumer healthcare advocate.

Campaigning under the slogan "United We WIN," Holloway focuses her progressive platform heavily on pocketbook relief, corporate accountability, and expanding federal safety nets.

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Position on major issues

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Abortion and reproductive policy

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Agriculture and rural policy

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No, quite the opposite. The bill expands protections for rural hospitals, provides targeted funds for rural care, and gives states flexibility to support local providers. By strengthening Medicaid, the bill makes more resources available for vulnerable populations and safety net providers, like rural hospitals.

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Voted Yes on Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

Jun 23, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Apr 30, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Artificial intelligence

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Cosponsored AI Tax Integrity Act of 2026

Jun 29, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

Cosponsored Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Streamline the Code of Federal Regulations Act of 2026

Jan 22, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

Voted Yes on AI for Main Street Act

Jan 20, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Civil rights and freedoms

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Individual liberty is the cornerstone of American life, and the government exists to protect—not restrict—our freedoms. Read full quote

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Voted Yes on Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish-American community.

May 13, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored Dismantle DEI Act of 2025

Apr 20, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

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Criminal justice and policing

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Voted Yes on National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on GUARD Act

Sep 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act

Aug 31, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Economy, jobs and wages

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Tax reform is a powerful lever for spurring economic expansion and improving American global competitiveness. Read full quote

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Voted Yes on Retire through Ownership Act

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act

Sep 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Strong small businesses drive local jobs and economic growth, which is why we must cut red tape, expand access to capital, and protect Main Street entrepreneurs from unfair corporate competition.

A fair living wage means full-time work should pay enough to cover food, housing, healthcare, and transportation without relying on government assistance.

It is the fundamental right of all individuals to live in thriving communities where access to essential resources such as food, employment, healthcare, and affordable housing is a reality, not a privilege.

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End price gouging (rent, groceries, healthcare, prescriptions, education)

Working class Americans deserve a minimum wage that is tied to inflation and closer reflects increased production over time. Read full quote

American banks skim $500B from our economy every year in overdraft fees, swipe fees at merchants, transfer fees for every bill you pay, and by pocketing the spread on your savings while they buy OUR debt and we pay THEM the interest. Read full quote

Strong labor unions were the biggest backers for a lot of policies that we take for granted: 8-hour work days to 40-hour work weeks to child labor laws. They have fought for unemployment insurance, worker compensation, on the job safety standards, and family medical leave.

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Education

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Congressman Bean believes parents should have the final say in their children’s education and that students deserve a safe, high-quality learning environment. Read full quote

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Voted Yes on Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026

Sep 3, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on No Aid for Ghost Students Act of 2026

Jun 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Let’s advocate for legislation focused on decreasing the financial burden associated with higher education. It is imperative to prioritize investing in our nation's education system to ensure that all students have access to quality learning resources.

Investing in strong public school education, skilled trades, and modern technology creates good-paying jobs, builds a competitive workforce, and prepares Americans for the economy of the future.

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Elections and voting

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Individual liberty is the cornerstone of American life, and the government exists to protect—not restrict—our freedoms. Read full quote

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Cosponsored Make Elections Great Again Act

Jan 30, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

Voted Yes on To prohibit individuals who are not citizens of the United States from voting in elections in the District of Columbia and to repeal the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

Jun 10, 2025 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Protecting voting rights ensures every eligible citizen can vote freely, securely, and without barriers so our democracy truly represents the will of the people.

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Every other issue on this page means nothing if we don't get big money out of politics—both parties are complicit in a system that prioritizes donors over voters. Read full quote

Rank choice voting removes the poison pill of 'Spoiler Candidates' from the duopoly toolkit. Read full quote

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Energy

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Voted Yes on Ratepayer Protection Act

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025

Sep 2, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on HEATS Act

Apr 23, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Stable energy prices come from investing in American clean energy, strengthening domestic supply chains, and protecting families from price spikes driven by corporate greed and global instability.

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Environment and climate

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Voted Yes on Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".

Sep 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted No on Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025

Sep 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Families and social services

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Voted Yes on Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act

Jul 23, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Stop Child Care Scams Act of 2026

Jun 3, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored Preventing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in TANF Act

May 19, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

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What Happens to the Savings (~$215–260 Billion/Year at scale) 50% → Stronger Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit for working families. Read full quote

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Firearms policy

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Government reform

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He is also the founder and co-chair of the Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus. This caucus is working to reduce government fraud, waste, and abuse.

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Voted Yes on Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.

Sep 2, 2026 · Did not pass · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on LACA

Aug 31, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Fund protected by 2/3 congressional vote requirement to redirect.

The American Prosperity Card Act is my #1 issue. It’s not just another policy — it’s how we pull back the curtain on money, end the hidden bank skim, and make government accountable in real time. When your money is on the line, politicians can’t hide.

The Problem American families and businesses are quietly losing $600+ billion every year to hidden banking subsidies and low-yield accounts. Read full quote

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Healthcare

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Since his first day in office, Congressman Bean has been sounding the alarm on healthcare spending, the second-largest driver of our national debt. Read full quote

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No. Able-bodied adults without dependents would be required to work, volunteer, or participate in a job training program for only 20 hours per week, which promotes dignity, stability, and better health outcomes for families. Read full quote

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In the last 10 years, the Center for Medicaid Services admitted that improper payments for Medicaid have exceeded HALF A TRILLION dollars. Read full quote

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Access to quality healthcare is a basic human right that should not be determined by one's income. Read full quote

Affordable Healthcare should mean lower premiums, lower prescription drug costs, expanding Medicare coverage, and guaranteeing every American access to quality care as a basic right. Families should never have to choose between their health and their paycheck.

End price gouging (rent, groceries, healthcare, prescriptions, education)

We pay twice as much as the rest of the world for worse health results. Read full quote

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Housing

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Voted Yes on Whistleblower Protection Act of 2025

Sep 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Providing for the concurrence by the House in the Senate amendment to H.R. 6644, with amendment.

May 20, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored Restoring Equal Opportunity Act

Apr 21, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

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Affordable Housing strengthens communities by lowering rent, increasing the housing supply, making homeownership achievable for working families; plus, ensuring seniors, and veterans have safe, stable places to live.

It is the fundamental right of all individuals to live in thriving communities where access to essential resources such as food, employment, healthcare, and affordable housing is a reality, not a privilege.

End price gouging (rent, groceries, healthcare, prescriptions, education)

My Approach: Close the 1986 depreciation loophole that treats single-family homes as tax-advantaged investments. Read full quote

Institutional investors have driven up FL-04 rents 30% higher and home prices 50% higher than they were in 2020. I'll fight to close the tax loopholes these investors are abusing to extract wealth from our community and streamline programs to make homes affordable for our local families.

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Immigration

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In the last 10 years, the Center for Medicaid Services admitted that improper payments for Medicaid have exceeded HALF A TRILLION dollars. Read full quote

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No. It does not reduce funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Read full quote

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Infrastructure and transportation

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Voted Yes on Water Resources Development Act of 2026

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Improving Travel for American Families Act

Jul 13, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on ALERT Act

Apr 14, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Commercial Tech Data Centers Moratorium: To protect public resource networks, Holloway explicitly advocates for an immediate moratorium and impact fee structures on commercial data centers. Read full quote

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Local control

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Voted Yes on Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.

Feb 4, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.

Jun 13, 2023 · Did not pass · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.

Apr 19, 2023 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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National security and foreign policy

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It is the federal government’s most important obligation to protect the American people and ensure our national security. Read full quote

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Congressman Bean worked with his colleagues to deliver a 3.8% pay raise for service members, ensuring our troops are supported while maintaining America’s role as the strongest military power on earth—ready to deter aggression and hold tyrants and terrorists accountable.

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Voted Yes on Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026

Sep 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Ever since WWII, the United States has been in a position of global dominance through the use of force abroad. Read full quote

Our defense budget is set to hit $1.01 trillion in FY2026 under the OBBB—up from $852 billion in FY2025—exceeding the next 10 nations combined. It's time to reallocate to domestic priorities like healthcare and jobs, and finally ending the endless wars that only drain resources from American families.

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Social Security and retirement

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Yes, the bill delivers historic tax relief to seniors, with a new tax deduction that, combined with other deductions, ensures nearly 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits, providing meaningful and immediate relief to seniors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our nation's economy.

Social Security must be protected and strengthened, so seniors and people with disabilities can retire with dignity and financial security after a lifetime of hard work.

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Taxes and government spending

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America is in danger. Read full quote

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For too long, improper and fraudulent payments have drained resources and undermined trust in government. Read full quote

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Even more, Aaron is a champion of hardworking taxpayers fighting to rein in Washington’s spending addiction while holding firm to our conservative principles.

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Government accountability means no one is above the law, tax dollars are spent responsibly, and elected officials answer directly to the people, not special interests or corporations.

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On Day One in Congress, the American Prosperity Card Act will be the first bill I introduce. It’s simple, powerful, and achievable — using systems we already have.

Institutional investors have driven up FL-04 rents 30% higher and home prices 50% higher than they were in 2020. I'll fight to close the tax loopholes these investors are abusing to extract wealth from our community and streamline programs to make homes affordable for our local families.

Our defense budget is set to hit $1.01 trillion in FY2026 under the OBBB—up from $852 billion in FY2025—exceeding the next 10 nations combined. It's time to reallocate to domestic priorities like healthcare and jobs, and finally ending the endless wars that only drain resources from American families.

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Technology and privacy

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Voted Yes on Sunshine Protection Act of 2025

Jul 14, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored AI Tax Integrity Act of 2026

Jun 29, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

Voted Yes on Lulu’s Law

May 20, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Commercial Tech Data Centers Moratorium: To protect public resource networks, Holloway explicitly advocates for an immediate moratorium and impact fee structures on commercial data centers. Read full quote

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Free speech is essential for democracy, that is why it is the FIRST amendment. Read full quote

Built-In Safeguards Explicitly not a CBDC — heavy penalties for any attempt to convert it. Ironclad financial privacy — no surveillance, private right of action with big damages. Fully voluntary — opt in or opt out anytime.

The American Prosperity Card Act is my #1 issue. It’s not just another policy — it’s how we pull back the curtain on money, end the hidden bank skim, and make government accountable in real time. When your money is on the line, politicians can’t hide.

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Veterans

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As the son of a WWII veteran, Congressman Bean has long championed America’s veterans, believing it is vital to honor and respect their service and sacrifices. Read full quote

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Voted Yes on To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the "Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic".

Jul 16, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

May 21, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Honoring our veterans means fully funding VA healthcare, expanding mental health and housing services, and delivering earned benefits on time without bureaucratic delays.

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Animals and wildlife

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Voted No on Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026

Sep 1, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored FIGHT Act of 2025

Jun 12, 2025 · Source: Congress.gov

Voted Yes on Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".

May 1, 2025 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

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Emergency management

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Voted Yes on Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act of 2025

Jul 13, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Voted Yes on TRUE Accountability Act

Jun 8, 2026 · Passed · Source: House Clerk

Cosponsored FEMA Act of 2025

Apr 14, 2026 · Source: Congress.gov

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Values and beliefs

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Individual liberty is the cornerstone of American life, and the government exists to protect—not restrict—our freedoms. Read full quote

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