Policy Positions
Climate(3)
Supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy that includes existing energy industries in Western Pennsylvania.
"I support an all-of-the-above energy strategy that keeps our lights on, creates local jobs, and breaks our dependence on foreign powers."
Supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy that implicitly includes clean energy as part of achieving energy independence.
"I support an all-of-the-above energy strategy that keeps our lights on, creates local jobs, and breaks our dependence on foreign powers. We can lead the future—right here at home."
Hayes expresses concern that Pittsburgh is missing opportunities tied to the region's growing energy economy, suggesting support for developing local energy resources.
"He's pro-Second Amendment, opposed to excess government spending and worries that Pittsburgh is missing its chance to build on the region's growing energy economy."
Criminal Justice(3)
Opposes reducing law enforcement support, emphasizing the importance of backing police and holding violent offenders accountable.
"That means supporting law enforcement, investing in crime prevention, and making sure repeat violent offenders are held accountable."
Supports stronger accountability measures for repeat violent offenders.
"making sure repeat violent offenders are held accountable."
Hayes emphasizes prosecuting crime rather than reform, indicating a tough-on-crime stance focused on prosecution.
"The way to stop crime is to prosecute it."
Economy(6)
Supports reining in government spending and restoring fiscal accountability to address the deficit.
"It's time to rein in wasteful government spending. I'll fight for transparency, balance the books, and work across the aisle to bring accountability and civility back to Congress. We owe it to our kids and grandkids to get this right."
Supports bringing back union jobs and protecting workers in Western Pennsylvania.
"I'm committed to policies that support working families, bring back good-paying union jobs, and protect small business owners."
Supports reducing overregulation to protect small business owners and stimulate local economic growth.
"I've seen how overregulation has crushed local businesses and sent jobs elsewhere. I'm committed to policies that support working families, bring back good-paying union jobs, and protect small business owners."
Hayes opposes excessive government spending as part of his economic conservative philosophy.
"He's pro-Second Amendment, opposed to excess government spending and worries that Pittsburgh is missing its chance to build on the region's growing energy economy."
Supports rebuilding the domestic economy with local workers at the center, implying support for domestic manufacturing and job creation.
"It's time to rebuild our economy—with Western Pennsylvania workers at the center of it."
Hayes supports encouraging business as a means to create jobs in the Pittsburgh region.
"The way to create jobs is to encourage business."
Education(2)
Supports expanding school choice so families can select the best educational fit for their children.
"I support expanding school choice so families can find the best fit for their children."
Supports giving teachers the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.
"Let's give teachers the tools they need and empower parents to be true partners in education."
Guns(1)
Hayes identifies as pro-Second Amendment, indicating support for gun rights.
"He's pro-Second Amendment, opposed to excess government spending and worries that Pittsburgh is missing its chance to build on the region's growing energy economy."