David Lawrence Boyd

Civil Rights

I will support women's rights by pushing for the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Learn more

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

I will work in a bipartisan way to create public safety policy that prioritizes federal funding for recruitment, counterterrorism operations, and the acquisition of necessary safety equipment for state and municipal police departments to keep Americans safe. I will also work to find ways to establish trust between law enforcement officers and citizens within their jurisdictions. Learn more

Defense / Veterans

I will work in a bipartisan way to create defense policy that not only procures the most effective defensive weapons, but modernizes military training and equipment in order to ensure the success of our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, Coast Guardsmen, and Guardians on an ever-changing battlefield. Learn more

Economy

The lack of jobs, healthcare, housing, food security, and the overall lack of affordability has caused undue stress for many Hoosiers. People, young and old, are negatively affected when basic needs are not adequately met. I will work to bring down the cost of living and to improve the quality of life for all Americans. Learn more

I will also work to create a select committee that identifies how American workers will be affected by artificial intelligence and create a path to keep Americans employed throughout the adaptation of AI by up-skilling workers for next-generation jobs. Learn more

Education

I will also work to restore and increase funding for the U.S. Department of Education, rehire personnel laid off as a result of DOGE cuts, and support policy to forgive student loans. Learn more

I will work in a bipartisan way to create education policy that increases starting pay for teachers to 65,000 a year and intentionally reduces classroom sizes so teachers can focus on educating their students effectively. Learn more

Foreign Policy

I will work in a bipartisan way to create foreign policy that restores funding, personnel, and initiatives for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). I will work to find solutions to bring an end to the US-Iran, Russia-Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas War. I will also work to promote positive relationships with other countries in support of our national interests and values. Learn more

Healthcare

I will work in a bipartisan way to create healthcare policy that improves and strengthens the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by expanding provider networks, lowering deductibles, and increasing subsidies. I will work to increase access to affordable healthcare for all Americans and to enhance the quality of healthcare in America. I will also work to establish a framework for Medicare for All. Learn more

I will work in a bipartisan way to create policy that will restore critical federal funding for Medicaid and amend policy to prevent scheduled cuts to Medicare. I will work to encourage Medicaid expansion in states and boost Medicare coverages. Learn more

Healthcare should be a right, not a privilege. Every American should have access to affordable healthcare regardless of income, medical history, and geographic location. Learn more

Housing

I will work in a bipartisan way to create housing policy that increases the supply of affordable housing through new construction and acquisition of existing quality housing units. I will also work to increase rental assistance for renter households and work to make homeownership and retention accessible and attainable for all Americans. Learn more

Immigration

Immigration into the United States must be a legal and orderly process. Unprotected borders and unenforced border policies threaten the safety of Americans and the sovereignty of our nation. Enforcement of immigration policies should be robust, but carried out in a manner that is consistent and respects the dignity of all individuals. Learn more

Undocumented immigrants who are subject to removal from the United States for violating immigration laws should be treated with civility, respecting their human rights and exercising great care not to violate international law. Immigration court hearings and appellate reviews should be transparent and conducted in a timely manner, with thoughtful consideration given to the imposed burden placed on the undocumented immigrant’s United States citizen children and/or spouse. Learn more

As U.S. Representative, I will work in a bipartisan way to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and create a new agency through federal legislation to handle immigration law enforcement and removal operations based on probable cause and due process, with a steadfast commitment to humanity. I will work to create a path to citizenship that is clearly defined, timely, and provides immigrants real opportunities to contribute to the United States in exchange for the rights and protections of citizenship. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

I will work in a bipartisan way to create policy that prevents the insolvency of Social Security by funding the combined trusts that administer retirement benefits, and by identifying additional revenue sources to supplement Social Security reserves. Learn more

I will work in a bipartisan way to create economic policy that bolsters the Federal Reserve System in its efforts to combat economic threats, protect American consumers in the marketplace, and work to make sure that capital is accessible and affordable to all Americans as they progress through the various stages of life. I will work to reduce our national debt, eliminate wasteful spending, and upgrade our credit rating with the U.S. Credit rating agencies. Learn more

I will work in a bipartisan way to create policy that will lower the cost of groceries, expand eligibility for food assistance, and restore federal funding that subsidizes food banks around the country. Learn more

Wages / Job Benefits

I will work in a bipartisan way to create labor policy that increases the federal minimum wage to 25.00 an hour. Learn more

Fighting for equal pay. Learn more