Representative Matt Gress has supported anti-LGBTQ+ bills, restricted reproductive rights, and attacked teachers and public schools.

• Voted for legislation banning trans youth from sports, restricting access to gender-affirming care, and requiring teachers to report LGBTQ+ students to parents.
• Backed multiple anti-abortion bills, including bans after 15 weeks and laws targeting clinics and providers.
• Co-sponsored a bill that would fine school districts and discipline teachers for discussing so-called “divisive topics” like racism or sexism.
• Supported bills limiting early voting, purging voter rolls, and restricting ballot access, while also voting to expand penalties for protests and public demonstrations.