Born on May 24, 1954, in Leavenworth, Kansas, this Representative from Colorado completed a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Kansas in 1978 and subsequently earned a Juris Doctor from the same institution in 1985. His professional background includes a career in law, engaging in private practice prior to his legislative service. He began his political career in the Colorado state legislature as a member of the Colorado House of Representatives from 1995 to 1998, later serving in the Colorado Senate until 2006. He was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2007 and has been re-elected in each subsequent Congress, representing the Republican party.

Throughout his time in Congress, he has participated actively in multiple committees, which align with his legislative priorities. Some of the key committees include those focused on the issues of border security, public health, and energy policy.

This legislator has sponsored and co-sponsored a variety of bills that reflect conservative principles and concern for national security, border control, and public health. Among the notable bills he has supported is the Fund and Complete the Border Wall Act (HB114) that emphasizes funding for a barrier at the U.S.-Mexico border while altering how overtime pay is managed for border patrol agents. Additionally, the American Confidence in Elections Act (HB4563) aims to strengthen election integrity by imposing stricter regulations for voter identification.

His legislative focus also includes efforts to improve public safety and justice, as evidenced by bills like the Ensuring Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act (HB4951) and the Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act (HB5110). He has expressed a firm stance on immigration policies, which is highlighted in his co-sponsorship of the Secure Our Borders and Wilderness Act (HB4872), addressing both border security and environmental stewardship concerns. Additionally, he has supported healthcare-related initiatives, like the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act (HB792), indicating a clear position within the broader discourse of reproductive health.

This Representative has generally adhered to a conservative voting record, focusing on limiting federal government reach into states and individual lives, particularly in terms of healthcare and civil liberties. His sponsorship of the No Tax Breaks for Radical Corporate Activism Act (HB429) is emblematic of this approach, seeking to prohibit tax deductions for businesses that cover expenses for abortion or gender transition procedures for minors.

On a personal note, information regarding his family or private business endeavors was not available, highlighting a tendency for privacy in such aspects of his life. As he approaches the end of his tenure in Congress, having announced he will not seek reelection in 2024, his political identity remains largely shaped by his strong conservative beliefs and focus on issues related to national security, healthcare, and election integrity.