Our constitutional rights are the foundation of our freedom. As Governor, I will be a steadfast champion for the Second Amendment, and my administration will ensure that every law-abiding citizen can exercise the right to keep and bear arms without unnecessary government overreach. Public safety is achieved when we hold criminals accountable, rather than infringing on the rights of sportsmen and families seeking to protect their homes. I will veto any legislation that targets responsible firearm ownership or undermines our Second Amendment rights.

The right to life is the most fundamental of all human rights. I believe that every life is a gift, and our state’s laws should reflect a respect for the dignity of the unborn. Sadly, Illinois currently has such a radical policy to abortion access that we have recently witnessed our state become a destination for abortion. As Governor, I will help restore a culture of life to our state. I will work to protect the conscience rights of healthcare providers and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used to protect and promote life, not to end it.

It’s no secret that Illinois is currently on an unsustainable financial path, with one of the nation’s heaviest pension debts. We can no longer afford to ignore this financial crisis. As Governor, I will implement serious, commonsense reforms for the future, including modernizing retirement options for new hires and ending the budget gimmicks that have contributed to this budget hole. However, fiscal responsibility does not mean turning our backs on the men and women who have already dedicated their careers to our schools and public safety. I believe that a promise made must be a promise kept. As Governor, I will pursue the structural changes necessary to stabilize our economy, while also ensuring that the benefits our state’s current workers and retirees have already earned are protected, honoring their years of service with the dignity and security they were guaranteed.

Government should serve its residents not the other way around. Under Governor Pritzker many families struggle with high property taxes rising costs and population loss. Rick Heidner believes Illinois government must focus on residents not political ambition.

Rick Heidner supports term limits of two terms for Governor. He believes public office should be about service not career politics and wants to prevent long term political entrenchment in Illinois.

Rick Heidner believes Illinois has a spending problem not a revenue problem. He supports lowering taxes increasing budget accountability and providing relief to working families.

Rick Heidner plans to support lower taxes sensible regulations and policies that encourage businesses to grow and invest in Illinois creating real opportunities for residents.

Rick Heidner supports school vouchers parental choice higher standards and greater accountability to ensure children receive a quality education in safe environments.

Rick Heidner supports reforms that allow judges to detain dangerous offenders improve electronic monitoring and prioritize victims while supporting law enforcement officers.

High taxes rising crime and economic challenges have contributed to population decline. Rick Heidner believes improving economic opportunity public safety and tax policy will help retain residents.