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| name         = Brett Guthrie
| name = Brett Guthrie
| birth_name   = Steven Brett Guthrie
| birth_name = Steven Brett Guthrie
| birth_date   = {{birth date and age|1964|2|18}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1964|2|18}}
| birth_place = [[Florence, Alabama]], U.S.
| birth_place = Florence, Alabama, U.S.
| nationality = American
| nationality = American
| party       = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| party = Republican
| spouse       = Beth Clemmons
| spouse = Beth Clemmons
| children     = 3
| children = 3
| education   = [[United States Military Academy]] ([[Bachelor of Science|BS]])<br>[[Yale University]] ([[Master of Business Administration|MBA]])
| education = United States Military Academy (BS)<br>Yale University (MBA)
| occupation   = Businessman, politician
| occupation = Politician, businessman
| office       = Chair of the [[House Energy and Commerce Committee]]
| office = Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee
| term_start   = January 3, 2025
| term_start = January 3, 2025
| predecessor  = [[Cathy McMorris Rodgers]]
| known_for = U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district
| office1      = Member of the [[United States House of Representatives|U.S. House of Representatives]] from [[Kentucky's 2nd congressional district]]
| website = [http://guthrie.house.gov/ Official website]
| term_start1  = January 3, 2009
| branch = United States Army
| predecessor1 = [[Ron Lewis]]
| rank = Captain
| office2      = Member of the [[Kentucky Senate]] from the 32nd district
| unit = 101st Airborne Division
| term_start2  = January 1, 1999
| term_end2    = January 6, 2009
| predecessor2 = Nicholas Kafoglis
| successor2  = Mike Reynolds
| branch      = [[United States Army]]
| serviceyears = 1987–1990
| serviceyears = 1987–1990
| rank        = [[Captain (United States)|Captain]]
| unit        = [[101st Airborne Division]]
| website      = [https://guthrie.house.gov/ Official website]
| awards      =
| known_for    = Chair, House Energy and Commerce Committee; U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district
}}
}}


'''Steven Brett Guthrie''' (born February 18, 1964) is an American businessman, military veteran, and politician who has served as the [[United States House of Representatives|U.S. representative]] for [[Kentucky's 2nd congressional district]] since 2009. A member of the [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican Party]], Guthrie rose through Kentucky state politics before winning election to Congress, where he has become one of the more prominent Republican voices on energy, commerce, and health care policy. Born in [[Florence, Alabama]], and educated at the [[United States Military Academy]] at [[West Point]] and [[Yale University]], Guthrie served as an officer in the [[United States Army]] before entering the private sector and eventually public life. He represented the 32nd district in the [[Kentucky Senate]] for a decade before his election to the U.S. House, succeeding retiring Republican [[Ron Lewis]]. In January 2025, Guthrie assumed the chairmanship of the powerful [[United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce|House Committee on Energy and Commerce]], succeeding [[Cathy McMorris Rodgers]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His congressional district encompasses a large swath of central Kentucky, including [[Fort Knox]], [[Owensboro, Kentucky|Owensboro]], [[Bowling Green, Kentucky|Bowling Green]], and a portion of eastern [[Louisville, Kentucky|Louisville]].
'''Steven Brett Guthrie''' (born February 18, 1964) is an American businessman, military veteran, and politician who has served as the [[U.S. Representative]] for [[Kentucky's 2nd congressional district]] since 2009. A member of the [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican Party]], Guthrie represents a large swath of central Kentucky that includes [[Fort Knox]], [[Owensboro, Kentucky|Owensboro]], [[Bowling Green, Kentucky|Bowling Green]], and a portion of eastern [[Louisville, Kentucky|Louisville]]. Before entering Congress, he served a decade in the [[Kentucky State Senate]], representing the 32nd district from 1999 to 2009. A graduate of the [[United States Military Academy]] at West Point and the [[Yale School of Management]], Guthrie served as a [[Captain (United States)|captain]] in the [[United States Army]], assigned to the [[101st Airborne Division]]. In January 2025, he assumed the chairmanship of the [[United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce|House Committee on Energy and Commerce]], one of the oldest and most influential committees in the U.S. Congress.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Steven Brett Guthrie was born on February 18, 1964, in [[Florence, Alabama]].<ref>{{cite web |title=GUTHRIE, Brett, (1964 - ) |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details regarding his parents and upbringing in Alabama are limited in available public records. Guthrie grew up during a period of significant social and economic transformation in the American South, and his family background oriented him toward public service and military commitment.
Brett Guthrie was born on February 18, 1964, in [[Florence, Alabama]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He grew up in the southern United States before pursuing a military education. Details of his parents and childhood upbringing in Florence are limited in publicly available records, though his roots in the region shaped his later political career in neighboring Kentucky.


Guthrie's path led him to seek admission to the [[United States Military Academy]] at West Point, New York, one of the nation's most selective and prestigious military institutions. His acceptance and attendance at West Point placed him among a cohort of young Americans who combined academic rigor with preparation for military leadership. Guthrie graduated from West Point in 1987 with a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree, becoming a commissioned officer in the [[United States Army]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – USMA Class of 1987 |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Guthrie's path toward public service began with his decision to attend the [[United States Military Academy]] at West Point, New York, where he enrolled as a cadet. He graduated from West Point in 1987 with a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree.<ref>{{cite web |title=USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Upon commissioning as an officer in the [[United States Army]], Guthrie was assigned to the [[101st Airborne Division]], one of the Army's premier light infantry divisions, headquartered at [[Fort Campbell]] on the Kentucky–Tennessee border. He served on active duty from 1987 to 1990, attaining the rank of [[Captain (United States Army)|captain]].<ref>{{cite web |title=USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Following his graduation, Guthrie was assigned to the [[101st Airborne Division]], one of the Army's most storied and elite units, headquartered at [[Fort Campbell]], which straddles the Kentucky-Tennessee border. His service with the 101st Airborne Division, which included duty as an officer, lasted from 1987 to 1990, during which time he attained the rank of [[Captain (United States)|Captain]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – USMA Class of 1987 |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His stationing at Fort Campbell introduced him to the state of Kentucky, where he would ultimately build his career in both business and politics. After completing his military service, Guthrie transitioned to the private sector and pursued further education.
His military service stationed him in Kentucky, a connection that would prove formative for his subsequent business and political careers. After leaving active duty, Guthrie transitioned into the private sector and pursued advanced education, eventually settling permanently in the [[Bowling Green, Kentucky|Bowling Green]] area.


== Education ==
== Education ==


Guthrie holds two degrees from nationally prominent institutions. He earned his [[Bachelor of Science]] degree from the [[United States Military Academy]] at West Point in 1987, where he completed the rigorous four-year undergraduate program combining academic coursework with military training and leadership development.<ref name="westpoint">{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – USMA Class of 1987 |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Guthrie holds two degrees from prominent institutions. He earned his [[Bachelor of Science]] from the [[United States Military Academy]] at West Point in 1987 as part of the Class of 1987.<ref name="westpoint">{{cite web |title=USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie |url=http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/ |publisher=West Point Association of Graduates |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Following his military service, he attended the [[Yale School of Management]], where he earned a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA).<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His dual background in military leadership training and business management informed his later legislative focus on economic development, healthcare, and energy policy.
 
After leaving active military service, Guthrie pursued graduate study at [[Yale University]]'s [[Yale School of Management]], where he earned a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA).<ref>{{cite web |title=GUTHRIE, Brett, (1964 - ) |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The combination of his West Point education and Yale MBA provided Guthrie with both military discipline and business acumen, a dual background that would inform his later political career, particularly his focus on economic and commerce-related legislative matters. Following his MBA, Guthrie entered the private sector as a businessman in Kentucky, where he established roots in the [[Bowling Green, Kentucky|Bowling Green]] area.


== Career ==
== Career ==
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=== Kentucky State Senate (1999–2009) ===
=== Kentucky State Senate (1999–2009) ===


Guthrie entered electoral politics in 1998, running for the [[Kentucky Senate]] seat representing the 32nd district. He won the general election that year, succeeding Democrat Nicholas Kafoglis.<ref>{{cite web |title=1998 General Election Results – State Senate |url=https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/1990-1999/1998/98Gen_statesenaterev.txt |publisher=Kentucky Secretary of State |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Guthrie took office on January 1, 1999, and served in the Kentucky Senate for a full decade. During his tenure in the state legislature, he focused on issues related to economic development, education, and government efficiency.
Guthrie began his political career by winning election to the [[Kentucky State Senate]] in 1998, representing the 32nd district. He succeeded Nicholas Kafoglis in the seat.<ref>{{cite web |title=1998 General Election Results – State Senate |url=https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/1990-1999/1998/98Gen_statesenaterev.txt |publisher=Kentucky Secretary of State |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He was subsequently reelected, including in the 2002 general election cycle.<ref>{{cite web |title=2002 General Election Results by Office |url=https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/2000-2009/2002/General%20Election/2002statebyoffice.txt |publisher=Kentucky Secretary of State |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie won re-election to his state senate seat in 2002, maintaining his position in the 32nd district.<ref>{{cite web |title=2002 General Election Results |url=https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/2000-2009/2002/General%20Election/2002statebyoffice.txt |publisher=Kentucky Secretary of State |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His service in the Kentucky Senate provided him with experience in state-level governance and helped establish his political profile in central Kentucky. He served in the state senate until January 6, 2009, when he resigned to take his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was succeeded in the Kentucky Senate by Mike Reynolds.<ref>{{cite web |title=GUTHRIE, Brett, (1964 - ) |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
During his decade in the Kentucky Senate, Guthrie represented a district centered around the Bowling Green area. He served on various committees and built a reputation on business-oriented and fiscal policy issues, drawing on his MBA background and private-sector experience. His tenure in the state legislature provided him with a foundation in Kentucky politics and policy that he carried into his congressional career.
 
Guthrie held the 32nd district seat until January 6, 2009, when he resigned to take his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was succeeded in the Kentucky Senate by Mike Reynolds.


=== U.S. House of Representatives (2009–present) ===
=== U.S. House of Representatives (2009–present) ===
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==== Election to Congress ====
==== Election to Congress ====


In 2008, Guthrie ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in [[Kentucky's 2nd congressional district]] following the retirement of incumbent Republican [[Ron Lewis]]. The 2nd district, spanning a large portion of central Kentucky, had been held by Republicans, and Guthrie's combination of military service, business experience, and decade of state legislative service made him a competitive candidate. He won the general election and took office on January 3, 2009.<ref>{{cite web |title=GUTHRIE, Brett, (1964 - ) |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His campaign platform emphasized fiscal responsibility, support for military families, and economic growth in Kentucky.<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie for Congress (archived) |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080517082805/http://www.guthrieforcongress.com/ |publisher=Guthrie for Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In 2008, Guthrie ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in [[Kentucky's 2nd congressional district]] following the retirement of incumbent Republican [[Ron Lewis]]. He won the Republican primary and then the general election, succeeding Lewis as the district's representative.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie for Congress (2008 campaign archive) |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080517082805/http://www.guthrieforcongress.com/ |publisher=Guthrie for Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He took office on January 3, 2009, and has been reelected in every subsequent cycle.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – Member Information |url=https://www.congress.gov/member/brett-guthrie/1922 |publisher=Congress.gov |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – FEC Candidate Page |url=https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H8KY02031 |publisher=Federal Election Commission |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
Kentucky's 2nd congressional district encompasses a large portion of central and western Kentucky, including the cities of Bowling Green, Owensboro, and Elizabethtown, as well as [[Fort Knox]] and parts of eastern Louisville. The district has leaned reliably Republican in recent decades, and Guthrie has won reelection by comfortable margins throughout his tenure.


Guthrie has been re-elected to the House in every subsequent cycle, consistently winning by comfortable margins in his Republican-leaning district.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – FEC Candidate Information |url=https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H8KY02031 |publisher=Federal Election Commission |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In 2018, he filed for re-election and faced challengers in both the primary and general elections.<ref>{{cite news |title=Guthrie files for re-election, now faces challengers |url=http://www.bgdailynews.com/news/guthrie-files-for-re-election-now-faces-challengers/article_f39a8614-c627-5d67-a064-38f2b2a54078.html |work=Bowling Green Daily News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
==== Legislative Record and Committee Work ====


==== Legislative Work and Committee Assignments ====
Guthrie has served on the [[United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce|House Committee on Energy and Commerce]] for much of his congressional tenure, rising through its ranks to become one of the committee's senior Republican members. The committee holds jurisdiction over a broad range of policy areas including healthcare, energy, telecommunications, consumer protection, and environmental regulation.


Throughout his congressional tenure, Guthrie has served on several committees and caucuses. He has been a member of the [[United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce|House Committee on Energy and Commerce]], which has jurisdiction over a broad range of policy areas including telecommunications, health care, energy, and consumer protection. His work on this committee became the defining feature of his congressional career, leading to his eventual elevation to the chairmanship.
In December 2017, Guthrie voted in favor of the [[Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017|Tax Cuts and Jobs Act]], the comprehensive tax reform legislation passed during the [[115th United States Congress|115th Congress]].<ref>{{cite news |title=How Every Member Voted on the Tax Bill |url=https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/12/19/us/politics/tax-bill-house-live-vote.html?_r=1 |work=The New York Times |date=December 19, 2017 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The bill, which significantly reduced individual and corporate tax rates, was a centerpiece of the Republican legislative agenda in President [[Donald Trump]]'s first term. The legislation also included provisions affecting student loan forgiveness programs, which drew scrutiny from higher education advocates.<ref>{{cite news |last=Friedman |first=Zack |title=House Bill Eliminates Student Loan Forgiveness |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/zackfriedman/2017/12/06/house-bill-student-loan-forgiveness/#7371e77c7990 |work=Forbes |date=December 6, 2017 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie has been a member of the [[Republican Study Committee]], the largest conservative caucus in the House.<ref>{{cite web |title=Republican Study Committee – Members |url=https://rsc-walker.house.gov/ |publisher=Republican Study Committee |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He has also participated in several bipartisan and issue-specific caucuses, including the Congressional Arts Caucus<ref>{{cite web |title=Congressional Arts Caucus – Membership |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180612140644/https://artscaucus-slaughter.house.gov/membership |publisher=Congressional Arts Caucus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> and the U.S.-Japan Caucus.<ref>{{cite web |title=U.S.-Japan Caucus – Members |url=https://usjapancaucus-castro.house.gov/members |publisher=U.S.-Japan Caucus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Guthrie also voted on the [[National Defense Authorization Act]], a significant annual defense policy bill.<ref>{{cite news |title=NDAA Bill: How Did Your Congress Member Vote? |url=http://www.ibtimes.com/ndaa-bill-how-did-your-congress-member-vote-384362 |work=International Business Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


On significant legislative votes, Guthrie has generally aligned with the Republican caucus. He voted in favor of the [[National Defense Authorization Act]] (NDAA).<ref>{{cite news |title=NDAA Bill: How Did Your Congress Member Vote? |url=http://www.ibtimes.com/ndaa-bill-how-did-your-congress-member-vote-384362 |work=International Business Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In December 2017, he voted in favor of the [[Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017|Tax Cuts and Jobs Act]].<ref>{{cite news |title=How Every Member Voted on the Tax Bill |url=https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/12/19/us/politics/tax-bill-house-live-vote.html |work=The New York Times |date=December 19, 2017 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He has also been involved in education and workforce policy through his work on the [[United States House Committee on Education and the Workforce|House Education and the Workforce Committee]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Education and the Workforce Committee News |url=https://edworkforce.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=349983 |publisher=House Education and the Workforce Committee |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
On education policy, Guthrie has been involved in workforce development and education-related legislation through his work with the [[United States House Committee on Education and the Workforce|House Committee on Education and the Workforce]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Education and the Workforce Committee News |url=https://edworkforce.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=349983 |publisher=House Committee on Education and the Workforce |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Chairmanship of the Energy and Commerce Committee (2025–present) ====
==== Caucus Memberships ====


On January 3, 2025, Guthrie assumed the chairmanship of the [[United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce|House Committee on Energy and Commerce]], one of the oldest and most influential committees in the U.S. Congress, succeeding [[Cathy McMorris Rodgers]] of Washington state, who had retired from Congress.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The committee's jurisdiction encompasses energy policy, health care, telecommunications, consumer protection, and commerce, giving its chairman significant influence over a wide range of domestic policy issues.
Guthrie has been a member of several congressional caucuses reflecting his policy interests. He was a member of the [[Republican Study Committee]], the largest caucus of conservative members of the House.<ref>{{cite web |title=Republican Study Committee Members |url=https://rsc-walker.house.gov/ |publisher=Republican Study Committee |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He was also a member of the Congressional Arts Caucus, reflecting his support for arts education and cultural programming.<ref>{{cite web |title=Congressional Arts Caucus Membership |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180612140644/https://artscaucus-slaughter.house.gov/membership |publisher=Congressional Arts Caucus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Additionally, Guthrie participated in the Climate Solutions Caucus, a bipartisan caucus focused on addressing climate change through economically viable solutions.<ref>{{cite web |title=Climate Solutions Caucus Members |url=https://citizensclimatelobby.org/climate-solutions-caucus/ |publisher=Citizens' Climate Lobby |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He was also a member of the U.S.–Japan Caucus, which promotes the bilateral relationship between the United States and Japan.<ref>{{cite web |title=U.S.-Japan Caucus Members |url=https://usjapancaucus-castro.house.gov/members |publisher=U.S.-Japan Caucus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


As chairman, Guthrie has been active on several fronts. In May 2025, he authored an op-ed defending the budget reconciliation process, describing it as a "common sense" approach to fiscal policy.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In July 2025, he published an op-ed in the ''Courier Journal'' addressing concerns about Medicaid, arguing that the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" legislation would strengthen the program.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed – Here's the truth: The One Big, Beautiful Bill actually strengthens Medicaid |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390701 |publisher=Congressman Brett Guthrie |date=July 29, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
==== Chairmanship of Energy and Commerce Committee (2025–present) ====


In September 2025, Guthrie, along with Congressmen [[Gus Bilirakis]] and [[David Joyce]], requested an investigation into a China-backed company that was allegedly collecting brain wave data on American athletes, raising concerns about data privacy, national security, and the intersection of technology with foreign influence.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairmen Guthrie, Bilirakis, and Joyce Request Investigation into China-Backed Company Collecting Brain Wave Data on Elite American Athletes |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairmen-guthrie-bilirakis-and-joyce-request-investigation-into-china-backed-company-collecting-brain-wave-data-on-elite-american-athletes |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=September 25, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This action reflected the committee's expanded focus on technology-related national security issues under Guthrie's leadership.
In January 2025, Guthrie assumed the chairmanship of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, succeeding [[Cathy McMorris Rodgers]], who had retired from Congress.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The Energy and Commerce Committee is considered one of the most powerful committees in the House, with jurisdiction encompassing roughly 60 percent of all legislation that passes through the chamber.


==== Constituent Services and District Work ====
As chairman, Guthrie has focused on several areas of policy. In May 2025, he authored an op-ed outlining his vision for budget reconciliation, describing the committee's approach to fiscal policy as "common sense" measures aimed at reducing federal spending while preserving core programs.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=May 11, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie has maintained an active presence in his district throughout his congressional tenure. In early 2026, his office secured over $76 million in community project funding for Kentucky's 2nd Congressional District through the Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 7178).<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie Secures Over $76 Million in Community Project Funding for Kentucky's Second District |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390877 |publisher=Congressman Brett Guthrie |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> This funding was directed toward various projects across the district, reflecting Guthrie's emphasis on directing federal resources to local needs.
On healthcare, Guthrie has engaged in the debate over [[Medicaid]] policy. In July 2025, he published an op-ed in the ''Courier Journal'' defending provisions in the reconciliation bill related to Medicaid, arguing that the legislation would strengthen the program rather than diminish it.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed – Here's the truth: The One Big, Beautiful Bill actually strengthens Medicaid |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390701 |publisher=Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie |date=July 29, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


In November 2025, Guthrie introduced legislation to amend the Delta Development Act to expand the [[Delta Regional Authority]] to include three additional Kentucky counties, seeking to bring economic development resources to underserved areas of his district.<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie Introduces Bill to Expand Delta Regional Authority to Include Three Kentucky Counties |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390800 |publisher=Congressman Brett Guthrie |date=November 18, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In the area of national security and technology, Guthrie has taken an interest in the collection of biometric data by foreign entities. In September 2025, he joined with Congressmen [[Gus Bilirakis]] and [[David Joyce]] to request an investigation into a China-backed company alleged to be collecting brain wave data from American athletes. The request highlighted concerns about the intersection of emerging technology, data privacy, and foreign influence.<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairmen Guthrie, Bilirakis, and Joyce Request Investigation into China-Backed Company Collecting Brain Wave Data on Elite American Athletes |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairmen-guthrie-bilirakis-and-joyce-request-investigation-into-china-backed-company-collecting-brain-wave-data-on-elite-american-athletes |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=September 25, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie has also supported cultural and educational programs in his district. In February 2026, his office released information about the annual Congressional Art Competition, encouraging participation from young artists across the 2nd district.<ref>{{cite news |title=Guthrie releases important information about 2026 Congressional Art Competition |url=https://ocmonitor.com/2026/02/22/guthrie-releases-important-information-about-2026-congressional-art-competition/ |work=The Ohio County Monitor |date=February 22, 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His membership in the Congressional Arts Caucus has aligned with these efforts to promote arts education and engagement.
==== Constituent Services and District Work ====


In a February 2026 interview with Spectrum News 1, Guthrie discussed his priorities for the year, touching on his committee work, district priorities, and broader legislative goals.<ref>{{cite news |title=In Focus: Q&A with Republican U.S. Rep. Brett Guthrie of Kentucky on 2026 priorities |url=https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/in-focus-shows/2026/02/16/brett-guthrie-on-in-focus |work=Spectrum News 1 |date=February 16, 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Guthrie has maintained an active presence in his district throughout his congressional tenure. In early 2026, his office secured over $76 million in community project funding for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district through the Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 7178). The funding was directed toward infrastructure, community development, and other local priorities.<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie Secures Over $76 Million in Community Project Funding for Kentucky's Second District |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390877 |publisher=Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie has maintained a personal connection with constituents, as illustrated by a February 2026 visit to Rider's Market in Upton, Kentucky, where community members gathered to mark his birthday.<ref>{{cite news |title='Used Cows for Sale' — What Rider's Market gave to Rep. Guthrie for his birthday |url=https://www.thenewsenterprise.com/news/local/used-cows-for-sale-what-riders-market-gave-to-rep-guthrie-for-his-birthday/article_761de7da-52b5-508c-979d-c796435bd0c6.html |work=The News-Enterprise |date=February 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In November 2025, Guthrie introduced legislation to amend the Delta Development Act in order to expand the [[Delta Regional Authority]] to include three additional Kentucky counties within its service area. The bill aimed to extend economic development resources to underserved communities in his district.<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie Introduces Bill to Expand Delta Regional Authority to Include Three Kentucky Counties |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390800 |publisher=Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie |date=November 18, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Personal Life ==
Guthrie has also promoted youth engagement through programs such as the annual Congressional Art Competition, which invites high school students from across the district to submit original artwork for display in the U.S. Capitol.<ref>{{cite news |title=Guthrie releases important information about 2026 Congressional Art Competition |url=https://ocmonitor.com/2026/02/22/guthrie-releases-important-information-about-2026-congressional-art-competition/ |work=The Ohio County Monitor |date=February 22, 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Brett Guthrie resides in [[Bowling Green, Kentucky]], with his wife, Beth Clemmons Guthrie. The couple has three children.<ref>{{cite web |title=GUTHRIE, Brett, (1964 - ) |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Bowling Green, located in [[Warren County, Kentucky]], serves as the principal city in the 2nd Congressional District and is the third-largest city in the state.
In February 2026, Guthrie discussed his legislative priorities for the year in an interview with Spectrum News 1, covering topics related to his committee chairmanship and district-level concerns.<ref>{{cite news |title=In Focus: Q&A with Republican U.S. Rep. Brett Guthrie of Kentucky on 2026 priorities |url=https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/in-focus-shows/2026/02/16/brett-guthrie-on-in-focus |work=Spectrum News 1 |date=February 16, 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Guthrie's military background has remained a part of his public identity. His service in the [[101st Airborne Division]] and his time at [[West Point]] are frequently referenced in his biographical materials and have informed his legislative work on defense and veterans' issues.<ref name="westpoint" /> His connection to [[Fort Campbell]] and, by extension, [[Fort Knox]] — both of which are within or adjacent to his congressional district — has reinforced his engagement with military and veterans' communities.
==== Reelection campaigns ====


As a businessman prior to entering politics, Guthrie was involved in the private sector in the Bowling Green area, though specific details about his business ventures are limited in publicly available records. His Yale MBA and West Point education provided the foundation for both his business and political careers.
Guthrie has filed for reelection multiple times and has consistently faced challengers from both parties. In at least one cycle, he filed for reelection while facing primary and general election opponents.<ref>{{cite news |title=Guthrie files for re-election, now faces challengers |url=http://www.bgdailynews.com/news/guthrie-files-for-re-election-now-faces-challengers/article_f39a8614-c627-5d67-a064-38f2b2a54078.html |work=Bowling Green Daily News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His campaign finance records are maintained by the [[Federal Election Commission]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – FEC Candidate Information |url=https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H8KY02031 |publisher=Federal Election Commission |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Personal Life ==


Guthrie's elevation to the chairmanship of the House Energy and Commerce Committee in January 2025 represented a significant milestone in his congressional career. The Energy and Commerce Committee is one of the most powerful committees in the House, with broad jurisdiction that makes its chairman one of the most influential members of Congress. His selection for the role reflected his seniority on the committee and his standing within the Republican conference.
Brett Guthrie is married to Beth Clemmons, and the couple has three children. The family resides in [[Bowling Green, Kentucky]], which is located within his congressional district.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Throughout his career, Guthrie's legislative record has been documented in the [[Congressional Record]] and through the [[Congress.gov]] database.<ref>{{cite web |title=Brett Guthrie – Member Profile |url=https://www.congress.gov/member/brett-guthrie/1922 |publisher=Congress.gov |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His committee work on energy, health care, and commerce policy has placed him at the center of several major legislative debates, including the 2017 tax reform effort and ongoing discussions about health care policy, including Medicaid.
Guthrie has maintained ties to the Bowling Green community and to his West Point alumni network. He remains connected to the USMA Class of 1987 through alumni association activities.<ref name="westpoint" />


His work has also been the subject of academic and journalistic inquiry, with references appearing in various publications indexed by [[JSTOR]].<ref>{{cite web |title=JSTOR search results – Brett Guthrie |url=https://www.jstor.org/action/doBasicSearch?Query=%22Brett+Guthrie%22&acc=on&wc=on |publisher=JSTOR |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In February 2026, Guthrie celebrated his birthday with constituents at Rider's Market in Upton, Kentucky, where he was given a humorous gift by the local establishment, reflecting the informal relationship he has cultivated with residents of his district.<ref>{{cite news |title='Used Cows for Sale' {{!}} What Rider's Market gave to Rep. Guthrie for his birthday |url=https://www.thenewsenterprise.com/news/local/used-cows-for-sale-what-riders-market-gave-to-rep-guthrie-for-his-birthday/article_761de7da-52b5-508c-979d-c796435bd0c6.html |work=The News-Enterprise |date=February 20, 2026 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Legacy ==
== Recognition ==


As of early 2026, Brett Guthrie has served in elected office continuously since 1999 — a decade in the Kentucky Senate followed by nearly two decades in the U.S. House of Representatives. His career trajectory from West Point graduate and Army officer to state legislator, congressman, and committee chairman reflects a path through multiple levels of American public service.
Guthrie's elevation to the chairmanship of the House Energy and Commerce Committee in 2025 represented the most significant leadership position of his congressional career. The committee's broad jurisdiction over healthcare, energy, technology, and consumer protection gives its chair substantial influence over domestic policy in the United States.


His chairmanship of the Energy and Commerce Committee has placed him in a position to shape policy on some of the most consequential issues facing the United States, including energy regulation, health care access, data privacy, telecommunications, and the oversight of foreign technology companies operating in the American market. His 2025 investigation into Chinese-backed data collection on American athletes<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairmen Guthrie, Bilirakis, and Joyce Request Investigation into China-Backed Company Collecting Brain Wave Data on Elite American Athletes |url=https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairmen-guthrie-bilirakis-and-joyce-request-investigation-into-china-backed-company-collecting-brain-wave-data-on-elite-american-athletes |publisher=House Committee on Energy and Commerce |date=September 25, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> and his defense of Medicaid provisions in major legislation<ref>{{cite web |title=Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed – Here's the truth: The One Big, Beautiful Bill actually strengthens Medicaid |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390701 |publisher=Congressman Brett Guthrie |date=July 29, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> indicate the breadth of his policy engagement.
His military service as a captain in the 101st Airborne Division is frequently cited in biographical materials about him, and his West Point education is a distinguishing feature among members of Congress.<ref name="westpoint" />


In his district, Guthrie has maintained consistent support, reflecting his attentiveness to constituent services and local economic development. His efforts to secure community project funding and expand the Delta Regional Authority into additional Kentucky counties demonstrate a focus on bringing federal resources to the communities he represents. His long tenure and consistent re-election margins underscore his standing within Kentucky's 2nd Congressional District.
Guthrie's success in securing over $76 million in community project funding for his district in 2026 represented a significant achievement in constituent service, directing federal resources toward local infrastructure and development priorities in central Kentucky.<ref>{{cite web |title=Guthrie Secures Over $76 Million in Community Project Funding for Kentucky's Second District |url=https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390877 |publisher=Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


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Brett Guthrie
BornSteven Brett Guthrie
18 2, 1964
BirthplaceFlorence, Alabama, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationPolitician, businessman
Known forU.S. Representative for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district
EducationUnited States Military Academy (BS)
Yale University (MBA)
Spouse(s)Beth Clemmons
Children3
Website[Official website Official site]

Steven Brett Guthrie (born February 18, 1964) is an American businessman, military veteran, and politician who has served as the U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, Guthrie represents a large swath of central Kentucky that includes Fort Knox, Owensboro, Bowling Green, and a portion of eastern Louisville. Before entering Congress, he served a decade in the Kentucky State Senate, representing the 32nd district from 1999 to 2009. A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and the Yale School of Management, Guthrie served as a captain in the United States Army, assigned to the 101st Airborne Division. In January 2025, he assumed the chairmanship of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, one of the oldest and most influential committees in the U.S. Congress.[1]

Early Life

Brett Guthrie was born on February 18, 1964, in Florence, Alabama.[2] He grew up in the southern United States before pursuing a military education. Details of his parents and childhood upbringing in Florence are limited in publicly available records, though his roots in the region shaped his later political career in neighboring Kentucky.

Guthrie's path toward public service began with his decision to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, where he enrolled as a cadet. He graduated from West Point in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree.[3] Upon commissioning as an officer in the United States Army, Guthrie was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, one of the Army's premier light infantry divisions, headquartered at Fort Campbell on the Kentucky–Tennessee border. He served on active duty from 1987 to 1990, attaining the rank of captain.[4]

His military service stationed him in Kentucky, a connection that would prove formative for his subsequent business and political careers. After leaving active duty, Guthrie transitioned into the private sector and pursued advanced education, eventually settling permanently in the Bowling Green area.

Education

Guthrie holds two degrees from prominent institutions. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1987 as part of the Class of 1987.[5] Following his military service, he attended the Yale School of Management, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA).[6] His dual background in military leadership training and business management informed his later legislative focus on economic development, healthcare, and energy policy.

Career

Kentucky State Senate (1999–2009)

Guthrie began his political career by winning election to the Kentucky State Senate in 1998, representing the 32nd district. He succeeded Nicholas Kafoglis in the seat.[7] He was subsequently reelected, including in the 2002 general election cycle.[8]

During his decade in the Kentucky Senate, Guthrie represented a district centered around the Bowling Green area. He served on various committees and built a reputation on business-oriented and fiscal policy issues, drawing on his MBA background and private-sector experience. His tenure in the state legislature provided him with a foundation in Kentucky politics and policy that he carried into his congressional career.

Guthrie held the 32nd district seat until January 6, 2009, when he resigned to take his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was succeeded in the Kentucky Senate by Mike Reynolds.

U.S. House of Representatives (2009–present)

Election to Congress

In 2008, Guthrie ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in Kentucky's 2nd congressional district following the retirement of incumbent Republican Ron Lewis. He won the Republican primary and then the general election, succeeding Lewis as the district's representative.[9] He took office on January 3, 2009, and has been reelected in every subsequent cycle.[10][11]

Kentucky's 2nd congressional district encompasses a large portion of central and western Kentucky, including the cities of Bowling Green, Owensboro, and Elizabethtown, as well as Fort Knox and parts of eastern Louisville. The district has leaned reliably Republican in recent decades, and Guthrie has won reelection by comfortable margins throughout his tenure.

Legislative Record and Committee Work

Guthrie has served on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for much of his congressional tenure, rising through its ranks to become one of the committee's senior Republican members. The committee holds jurisdiction over a broad range of policy areas including healthcare, energy, telecommunications, consumer protection, and environmental regulation.

In December 2017, Guthrie voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the comprehensive tax reform legislation passed during the 115th Congress.[12] The bill, which significantly reduced individual and corporate tax rates, was a centerpiece of the Republican legislative agenda in President Donald Trump's first term. The legislation also included provisions affecting student loan forgiveness programs, which drew scrutiny from higher education advocates.[13]

Guthrie also voted on the National Defense Authorization Act, a significant annual defense policy bill.[14]

On education policy, Guthrie has been involved in workforce development and education-related legislation through his work with the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.[15]

Caucus Memberships

Guthrie has been a member of several congressional caucuses reflecting his policy interests. He was a member of the Republican Study Committee, the largest caucus of conservative members of the House.[16] He was also a member of the Congressional Arts Caucus, reflecting his support for arts education and cultural programming.[17] Additionally, Guthrie participated in the Climate Solutions Caucus, a bipartisan caucus focused on addressing climate change through economically viable solutions.[18] He was also a member of the U.S.–Japan Caucus, which promotes the bilateral relationship between the United States and Japan.[19]

Chairmanship of Energy and Commerce Committee (2025–present)

In January 2025, Guthrie assumed the chairmanship of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, succeeding Cathy McMorris Rodgers, who had retired from Congress.[20] The Energy and Commerce Committee is considered one of the most powerful committees in the House, with jurisdiction encompassing roughly 60 percent of all legislation that passes through the chamber.

As chairman, Guthrie has focused on several areas of policy. In May 2025, he authored an op-ed outlining his vision for budget reconciliation, describing the committee's approach to fiscal policy as "common sense" measures aimed at reducing federal spending while preserving core programs.[21]

On healthcare, Guthrie has engaged in the debate over Medicaid policy. In July 2025, he published an op-ed in the Courier Journal defending provisions in the reconciliation bill related to Medicaid, arguing that the legislation would strengthen the program rather than diminish it.[22]

In the area of national security and technology, Guthrie has taken an interest in the collection of biometric data by foreign entities. In September 2025, he joined with Congressmen Gus Bilirakis and David Joyce to request an investigation into a China-backed company alleged to be collecting brain wave data from American athletes. The request highlighted concerns about the intersection of emerging technology, data privacy, and foreign influence.[23]

Constituent Services and District Work

Guthrie has maintained an active presence in his district throughout his congressional tenure. In early 2026, his office secured over $76 million in community project funding for Kentucky's 2nd congressional district through the Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 7178). The funding was directed toward infrastructure, community development, and other local priorities.[24]

In November 2025, Guthrie introduced legislation to amend the Delta Development Act in order to expand the Delta Regional Authority to include three additional Kentucky counties within its service area. The bill aimed to extend economic development resources to underserved communities in his district.[25]

Guthrie has also promoted youth engagement through programs such as the annual Congressional Art Competition, which invites high school students from across the district to submit original artwork for display in the U.S. Capitol.[26]

In February 2026, Guthrie discussed his legislative priorities for the year in an interview with Spectrum News 1, covering topics related to his committee chairmanship and district-level concerns.[27]

Reelection campaigns

Guthrie has filed for reelection multiple times and has consistently faced challengers from both parties. In at least one cycle, he filed for reelection while facing primary and general election opponents.[28] His campaign finance records are maintained by the Federal Election Commission.[29]

Personal Life

Brett Guthrie is married to Beth Clemmons, and the couple has three children. The family resides in Bowling Green, Kentucky, which is located within his congressional district.[30]

Guthrie has maintained ties to the Bowling Green community and to his West Point alumni network. He remains connected to the USMA Class of 1987 through alumni association activities.[5]

In February 2026, Guthrie celebrated his birthday with constituents at Rider's Market in Upton, Kentucky, where he was given a humorous gift by the local establishment, reflecting the informal relationship he has cultivated with residents of his district.[31]

Recognition

Guthrie's elevation to the chairmanship of the House Energy and Commerce Committee in 2025 represented the most significant leadership position of his congressional career. The committee's broad jurisdiction over healthcare, energy, technology, and consumer protection gives its chair substantial influence over domestic policy in the United States.

His military service as a captain in the 101st Airborne Division is frequently cited in biographical materials about him, and his West Point education is a distinguishing feature among members of Congress.[5]

Guthrie's success in securing over $76 million in community project funding for his district in 2026 represented a significant achievement in constituent service, directing federal resources toward local infrastructure and development priorities in central Kentucky.[32]

References

  1. ↑ "Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill".House Committee on Energy and Commerce.May 11, 2025.https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ "Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory".Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ "USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie".West Point Association of Graduates.http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ "USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie".West Point Association of Graduates.http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "USMA Class of 1987 – Brett Guthrie".West Point Association of Graduates.http://www.west-point.org/class/usma1987/content/view/181/60/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ "Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory".Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ "1998 General Election Results – State Senate".Kentucky Secretary of State.https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/1990-1999/1998/98Gen_statesenaterev.txt.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ "2002 General Election Results by Office".Kentucky Secretary of State.https://elect.ky.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Election%20Results/2000-2009/2002/General%20Election/2002statebyoffice.txt.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ "Brett Guthrie for Congress (2008 campaign archive)".Guthrie for Congress.https://web.archive.org/web/20080517082805/http://www.guthrieforcongress.com/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "Brett Guthrie – Member Information".Congress.gov.https://www.congress.gov/member/brett-guthrie/1922.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "Brett Guthrie – FEC Candidate Page".Federal Election Commission.https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H8KY02031.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ "How Every Member Voted on the Tax Bill".The New York Times.December 19, 2017.https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/12/19/us/politics/tax-bill-house-live-vote.html?_r=1.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ FriedmanZackZack"House Bill Eliminates Student Loan Forgiveness".Forbes.December 6, 2017.https://www.forbes.com/sites/zackfriedman/2017/12/06/house-bill-student-loan-forgiveness/#7371e77c7990.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ "NDAA Bill: How Did Your Congress Member Vote?".International Business Times.http://www.ibtimes.com/ndaa-bill-how-did-your-congress-member-vote-384362.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ "Education and the Workforce Committee News".House Committee on Education and the Workforce.https://edworkforce.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=349983.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "Republican Study Committee Members".Republican Study Committee.https://rsc-walker.house.gov/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Congressional Arts Caucus Membership".Congressional Arts Caucus.https://web.archive.org/web/20180612140644/https://artscaucus-slaughter.house.gov/membership.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Climate Solutions Caucus Members".Citizens' Climate Lobby.https://citizensclimatelobby.org/climate-solutions-caucus/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  19. ↑ "U.S.-Japan Caucus Members".U.S.-Japan Caucus.https://usjapancaucus-castro.house.gov/members.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  20. ↑ "Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill".House Committee on Energy and Commerce.May 11, 2025.https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  21. ↑ "Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed: A Common Sense Budget Reconciliation Bill".House Committee on Energy and Commerce.May 11, 2025.https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairman-guthrie-op-ed-a-common-sense-budget-reconciliation-bill.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  22. ↑ "Chairman Guthrie Op-Ed – Here's the truth: The One Big, Beautiful Bill actually strengthens Medicaid".Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie.July 29, 2025.https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390701.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  23. ↑ "Chairmen Guthrie, Bilirakis, and Joyce Request Investigation into China-Backed Company Collecting Brain Wave Data on Elite American Athletes".House Committee on Energy and Commerce.September 25, 2025.https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/chairmen-guthrie-bilirakis-and-joyce-request-investigation-into-china-backed-company-collecting-brain-wave-data-on-elite-american-athletes.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  24. ↑ "Guthrie Secures Over $76 Million in Community Project Funding for Kentucky's Second District".Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie.https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390877.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  25. ↑ "Guthrie Introduces Bill to Expand Delta Regional Authority to Include Three Kentucky Counties".Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie.November 18, 2025.https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390800.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  26. ↑ "Guthrie releases important information about 2026 Congressional Art Competition".The Ohio County Monitor.February 22, 2026.https://ocmonitor.com/2026/02/22/guthrie-releases-important-information-about-2026-congressional-art-competition/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  27. ↑ "In Focus: Q&A with Republican U.S. Rep. Brett Guthrie of Kentucky on 2026 priorities".Spectrum News 1.February 16, 2026.https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/in-focus-shows/2026/02/16/brett-guthrie-on-in-focus.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  28. ↑ "Guthrie files for re-election, now faces challengers".Bowling Green Daily News.http://www.bgdailynews.com/news/guthrie-files-for-re-election-now-faces-challengers/article_f39a8614-c627-5d67-a064-38f2b2a54078.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  29. ↑ "Brett Guthrie – FEC Candidate Information".Federal Election Commission.https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H8KY02031.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  30. ↑ "Brett Guthrie Biographical Directory".Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000558.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  31. ↑ "'Used Cows for Sale' | What Rider's Market gave to Rep. Guthrie for his birthday".The News-Enterprise.February 20, 2026.https://www.thenewsenterprise.com/news/local/used-cows-for-sale-what-riders-market-gave-to-rep-guthrie-for-his-birthday/article_761de7da-52b5-508c-979d-c796435bd0c6.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  32. ↑ "Guthrie Secures Over $76 Million in Community Project Funding for Kentucky's Second District".Office of Congressman Brett Guthrie.https://guthrie.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=390877.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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