Homophobic / Anti-LGBTQ Actions
- Opposed Hate Crime Protections (2009):
Hudson voted against the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, which extended federal protections to LGBTQ individuals. American Journal News+2Congressman Richard Hudson+2 - Co‑Sponsored Marriage Amendment:
In 2015, Hudson supported a constitutional amendment defining marriage strictly as a union between one man and one woman—rejecting marriage equality. On The Issues+2Wikipedia+2
Anti-Immigrant Policies
- RAISE Act Co‑Sponsor:
Hudson backed the RAISE Act, which would eliminate the diversity visa (DV) lottery and cap refugee admissions—aimed at reducing immigration pathways. Congressman Richard Hudson+6Congress.gov+6Congress.gov+6 - “Protect Medicaid Act” Sponsor (2025):
Introduced legislation to prevent federal Medicaid funds from covering healthcare for undocumented immigrants, framing such aid as misuse of taxpayer dollars. Congressman Richard Hudson+2Congressman Richard Hudson+2 - Laken Riley Act Support (2025):
Voted in favor of this bill requiring mandatory detention of undocumented individuals charged with certain crimes, increasing deportation mechanisms. Wikipedia+1 - Border Enforcement Measures:
Backed “Secure the Border Act” and endorsed strict enforcement policies for southern border security, intensifying anti‑immigrant enforcement posture. Congressman Richard Hudson+4Congressman Richard Hudson+4Congressman Richard Hudson+4
Anti-Diversity / Anti-DEI Efforts
- While there’s no record of Hudson sponsoring explicit legislation targeting diversity, equity, or inclusion (DEI) programs, his support for restrictive immigration and federal aid policies indirectly diminishes institutional diversity and inclusion.
Summary Table
| Area | Policy or Statement |
|---|---|
| Anti-LGBTQ | Voted against hate crimes protections for LGBTQ; opposed marriage equality amendment |
| Anti-Immigrant | Co-sponsored RAISE Act; sponsored Medicaid restrictions for undocumented individuals; supported mandatory deportation legislation |
| Anti-Diversity (Indirect) | Immigration and healthcare policies that reduce support for immigrant communities—thereby curtailing diversity inclusion |
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