Official Profile
Religion: Episcopal
Education: Virginia Tech (BS), University of North Carolina (MPH), Virginia Commonwealth University (PhD)
Birthplace: Washington, D.C.
Background: Environmental health specialist, Montross town mayor, VA House member before Congress
Net Worth: ~$2 million (2017 OpenSecrets estimate)
NRA Rating: A (historically; 2026 grades not yet posted)
Heritage Action Score: 58% (119th session) / 74% lifetime
Committees: Armed Services (Vice Chairman); Subcommittees: Tactical Air and Land Forces; Seapower and Projection Forces
Next Election Year: 2026
Served since 2007. Fredericksburg-area district. A-rated by NRA. Strong conservative voting record. Member of House Armed Services Committee.
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