Kevin Hern
Sourced recordU.S. House - OK District 01 · Congressional District 1
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Profile Snapshot
Kevin Ray Hern is an American politician and businessman from Oklahoma. A Republican, he has been a member of the United States House of Representatives for Oklahoma's 1st congressional district since 2018. (Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
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Constitutional Government
20%The public record on individual rights, limited government, federalism, and constitutional checks and balances.
Freedom of Speech
Religious Liberty
Second Amendment
Due Process
Separation of Powers
Limited Government
Federalism / States' Rights
Judicial Philosophy
Protection of Individual Rights
Life, Family & Human Dignity
20%The public record on life, family stability, parental authority, child protection, and human dignity.
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Life, Family & Human Dignity
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Sanctity of Life
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Gender & Biological Reality
Parental Rights
School Choice
Child Protection
Human Trafficking
Adoption & Foster Care
Family Stability
Integrity & Public Leadership
20%The public record on promises, ethics, transparency, consistency, accountability, and use of public power.
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Integrity & Public Leadership
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Promise Keeping
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Corruption Record
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Leadership Character
National Security, Law & Elections
20%The public record on national defense, borders, elections, law enforcement, public safety, and foreign policy.
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National Security, Law & Elections
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Border Security
Immigration Policy
National Defense
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Law & Order
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Election Integrity
Public Safety
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Economic Stewardship
20%The public record on taxes, debt, spending, regulation, energy, growth, and small business.
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Economic Stewardship
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Tax Policy
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Regulatory Reform
Energy Independence
Economic Growth
Small Business
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Ratings & Endorsements
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Evidence & Sources
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- PartialKevin Hern is a candidate for U.S. House - OK District 01profile identity· OpenFEC
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Stop Insider Trading Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Main Street Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes
- VerifiedVoted Yea on EARLY Act Reauthorization
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea 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”
- VerifiedVoted Nay on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Aye on On Agreeing to the Amendment
- VerifiedVoted Yea on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Sunshine Protection Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Improving Travel for American Families Act
- VerifiedVoted Nay on Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and publicly release records relating to monetary settlements involving acts of sexual harassment
- VerifiedVoted Yea on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted Aye on Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884; and providing for consideration of the resolution H. Res. 1383
- VerifiedVoted Yea on TRIA Program Reauthorization Act
- VerifiedRaised $2,940,362.08 in the 2026 cycle
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hern Votes to Fund ICE and CBP
- VerifiedPublic statement: Read more »
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hern Backs Farm Bill
- VerifiedPublic statement: Read more »
- VerifiedPublic statement: Hern Applauds Passage of Budget Resolution to Fund ICE & CBP
- VerifiedNews coverage: Kevin Hern wins Republican U.S. Senate nomination in Oklahoma - fox23.com
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma GOP nomination for U.S. Senate, governor's race heads to runoff - PBS
- VerifiedNews coverage: Oklahoma pastor drops out of runoff for Hern’s House seat after Trump withdraws endorsement - The Hill
- VerifiedNews coverage: Kevin Hern One Step Closer to Replacing Markwayne Mullin in the US Senate - Oklahoma Farm Report
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern won the Republican nomination for Senate in Oklahoma. Hern, a congressman in the deep-red state, is now likely to be elected to the Senate to fill the seat of Markwayne Mullin, now the homeland security secretary. Read more: https://nyti.ms/ - facebook.com
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma GOP nomination for US Senate, governor's race heads to runoff - AP News
- VerifiedNews coverage: Trump-backed Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma Senate primary to replace Markwayne Mullin - Washington Examiner
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern Wins Oklahoma GOP Nomination for US Senate, Governor's Race Heads to Runoff - U.S. News & World Report
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern wins GOP Senate primary in Oklahoma - NBC News
- VerifiedNews coverage: Kevin Hern Wins Republican Primary for Oklahoma Senate Race - The New York Times
- VerifiedNews coverage: Kevin Hern is OK's GOP Senate nominee in latest show of Trump's clout in the party - KOKH
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma Senate Republican primary race - The Oklahoman
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma GOP nomination for US Senate, governor's race heads to runoff - The Washington Post
- VerifiedNews coverage: Kevin Hern wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Oklahoma - KXII
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hern Backs Farm Bill - Representative Kevin Hern (.gov)
- VerifiedNews coverage: U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern speaks after launching bid for Oklahoma’s vacant Senate seat - News 9
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hern launches bid for US Senate, will not seek another term in House - Oklahoma Voice
- VerifiedNews coverage: Republican Rep. Kevin Hern to run for Sen. Markwayne Mullin's seat in Oklahoma - NBC News
- VerifiedNews coverage: Rep. Kevin Hern Appears to Have Tardy Stock Disclosures; His Office Disputes He’s Late - Oklahoma Watch
- VerifiedNews coverage: Hern Announces U.S. Service Academy Nominees for Class of 2030 - Representative Kevin Hern (.gov)
Bills & Legislative Work
2026-06-25: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
2026-05-29: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
2025-09-18: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
2025-09-10: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
2025-09-04: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2025-07-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-06-11: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
2025-05-20: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
2023-11-15: On agreeing to the Hern amendment (A054) Agreed to by recorded vote: 411 - 14 (Roll no. 666).
2023-11-14: On agreeing to the Hern amendment (A053) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Public Statements
query.aspx?DocumentTypeID=26" class="tab-link">Articles In the News Press Releases Republican Study Committee June 9, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: Immigration , National Security WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) today voted in support of the second reconciliation package to fully fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Following his vote, Rep. Hern said: “Let’s remember why we had to pass a second reconciliation package.
National Security WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) today voted in support of the second reconciliation package to fully fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Following his vote, Rep. Hern said: “Let’s remember why we had to pass a second reconciliation package. It’s because Congressional Democrats shut down the government, then refused… Hern Backs Farm Bill April 30, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cong
cement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Following his vote, Rep. Hern said: “Let’s remember why we had to pass a second reconciliation package. It’s because Congressional Democrats shut down the government, then refused… Read more » April 30, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after voting in support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, also known as the Farm Bill: “Our farmers, rancher
time> | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after voting in support of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, also known as the Farm Bill: “Our farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers work incredibly hard, and they deserve certainty as they keep food on our tables and drive our economy. The Farm Bill delivers real wins… Hern Applauds Passage of Budget Resolution to Fund ICE & CBP April 29, 2026 | Posted in
Security Act, also known as the Farm Bill: “Our farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers work incredibly hard, and they deserve certainty as they keep food on our tables and drive our economy. The Farm Bill delivers real wins… Read more » April 29, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) today voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Budget Resolution, which lays the budget framework for the reconciliation process to fund Immigrations a
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