JOHN'S PRIORITIES
Representative John Lujan is guided by his service to God, family, and community. He uses these principles and his life experiences to inform his actions.
SECURE THE BORDER
The Biden Administration’s Open Border policies are dangerous for the country and everyone involved. To combat this, John secured $6.6 billion to finish the border wall, add more barriers to entry, and ensure Border Patrol agents have the tools they need to hold the line.
John increased the penalties for human traffickers and paved the way to create an interstate compact so other states could share vital intelligence and crack down on border crossings. Thanks to John Lujan’s strong leadership, Mexican drug cartels are officially designated terrorist organizations. He passed legislation to empower the U.S. Border Patrol agents and expanded their ability to search, seize, and arrest state and federal offenders.
The federal government is putting honest, hardworking, and freedom-loving Texans in danger, and John will continue to fight for the people of our state.
IMPROVING HEALTHCARE
Access to quality healthcare should never be considered a luxury, that is why John supported reforms to our healthcare system last session by passing a bill that mandates healthcare providers provide itemized billing to patients.
Texas needs to do better for mothers, babies, and young families. Last session, John Lujan increased the time expectant mothers have access to health care benefits and eliminated the sales tax on essential family items like feminine hygiene products, baby bottles, and diapers. He will continue to pass pro-family bills that help new mothers and families receive quality care at a lower cost.
BOOSTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
John supports Texas’ vital oil and gas industry, knowing it’s the backbone of our economy and key to lowering energy costs. He will work to help them increase supply, create good Texas jobs, and bring down gas prices. He also voted to allocate $150 million to strengthen our Texas ports and improve the infrastructure that helps keep our city’s economy strong.
As a small business owner, John Lujan understands the challenges facing our economy. During the last session, John fought for tax cuts and worked to reduce burdensome regulations that stifle growth. With inflation and gas prices at record highs, he’ll continue advocating for fiscal responsibility and policies that help businesses grow and create jobs, ensuring Texas remains a land of opportunity for all.
KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE
Prior to serving as State Representative, John spent 25 years as a San Antonio firefighter. He knows the importance of supporting our first responders and law enforcement. John remains committed to ensuring they have the training, resources, and support they need to keep our communities safe.
John also champions veterans, advocating for access to mental health care, disability services, and other resources for those who’ve served our nation. He’s proud to stand with the men and women who protect our freedom, both here in Texas and abroad.
House District 118 is home to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, which plays a vital role in both defending our country and supporting our local economy. Last session, John passed legislation that expanded Texas’ Historic Infrastructure Agreement with the U.S. Military - making Texas the largest single public partner of the Department of Defense. This legislation is anticipated to decrease project lead time, reduce civilian staff burden, and result in an estimated cost savings of 25% to all participating military installations.
PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
Texas has a stellar reputation across the board as being a premier place to live, raise a family, work, and play. However, John believes no Texan should be taxed out of their home.
Unfortunately, Texas also tops the list for having some of the highest property taxes in the country, which is why John Lujan passed a HISTORIC $18 billion property tax cut last session, providing much-needed relief for millions of families and small businesses. But the work doesn’t stop here! John is pushing for more tax relief every chance he gets to help our community succeed.
SUPPORTING TEXAS STUDENTS & TEACHERS
As the proud son of an educator, John Lujan believes every child deserves access to a high quality education. In the legislature, he’s worked to give students and teachers the tools they need for success, while ensuring they feel safe in their environment. As a
strong advocate for school safety, John allocated $6.6 billion to increase safety protocols and update safety infrastructure. As our representative, he will ensure our children are set up for safety and success in school.
John works closely with local colleges and trade schools to provide opportunities for young students for future success. Last session, John secured a cost-of-living adjustment for teachers, and will continue to ensure we put money back in the classroom where it belongs. John is committed to ensuring that teachers are fairly compensated for their hard work and will continue to advocate for increased pay and support for educators.
FIGHTING FENTANYL POISONING
Fentanyl has caused a deadly crisis in Texas, and John Lujan is leading the charge to combat its devastating impact on our communities. During the last legislative session, John passed House Bill 6, making the distribution of fentanyl that leads to death a criminal offense of murder. This critical law sends a strong message that those who traffic this lethal drug will be held accountable.
In addition to passing HB 6, John authored House Bill 3144, which designated the month of October as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in Texas. This initiative educates Texans about the dangers of fentanyl and raises awareness to prevent more senseless deaths. Public safety is a top priority for John and he will continue to protect our community.
FIGHTING FOR TEXAS' MOST VULNERABLE CHILDREN
As a foster parent himself, John has a special heart for foster children and knows the importance of providing them with a safe and stable environment to grow.
As the Vice-Chair of Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, John is committed to passing legislation that protects children in foster care and juvenile systems so they have every opportunity to succeed.
PROTECTING OUR FAMILY VALUES
Family is at the heart of everything John Lujan does, both in his home and in his work at the Capitol. As a father of five, John is deeply committed to protecting children and creating safe environments for them to grow. That’s why John was proud to support the Save Women’s Sports Act last session banning men from competing in women’s sports in Texas.
As State Representative, John passed key legislation protecting minors from online predators and fought against harmful ideologies being pushed onto our kids. John led efforts to ban gender modification for minors and restricted drag shows and transgender studies in schools. John’s a champion for preserving traditional family values and ensuring that every child in Texas is protected.
WE SUPPORT
JOHN LUJAN
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