Rod Lingsch
for Congress
Experienced. Trusted. Ready.
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Currency Usage Tax (CUT)
The Federal Debt is Destroying America’s Future
  • $106.6 trillion in unfunded liabilities, $38.6 trillion in federal debt, and annual deficits exceeding $2 trillion are unsustainable.
  • In 2023, the interest on the federal debt exceeded $1 trillion, creating a dangerous new fiscal reality.
  • Rising debt and interest costs crowd out essential government functions, reducing the nation’s ability to invest in infrastructure, national security, healthcare, and economic growth.
  • Excessive federal debt weakens America’s economy, increasing costs for families and small businesses.
  • Future generations are being burdened with obligations they did not create, limiting opportunity and economic mobility
A Sustainable Path to Restoring Growth and Economic Stability
  • My Currency Usage Tax (CUT) is a predictable, 1% flat transaction tax designed to eliminate chronic deficit spending by providing stable and consistent federal revenue.
  • By taxing transactions rather than income, CUT removes distortions that suppress economic growth while improving transparency and accountability in the tax system.
  • CUT significantly increases state and federal revenue, allowing for the elimination of more than 200 state and federal taxes and fees that currently burden workers and businesses.
  • CUT revenue can retire the $38+ trillion federal debt in under five years, while allowing workers and businesses to keep 99% of what they earn.
  • CUT enables families to save and invest in their futures, while businesses can lower prices, hire more workers, and pay better wages.
America’s Welfare and Entitlement Systems Are Unsustainable
  • In 2023, every federal tax dollar collected was consumed by welfare programs, entitlement spending, and interest on the national debt, leaving no room for investment or long-term growth.
  • The federal government operates more than 100 welfare programs, and when state and local programs are included, that number jumps to more than 600
  • Approximately 178.5 million Americans, about 55% of the population, receive benefits from welfare or entitlement programs, reflecting the enormous scale of dependency in today’s economy.
  • Since 1935, the United States has spent more than $40 trillion on welfare programs, yet the federal poverty rate has never fallen below 11%, raising serious questions about effectiveness.
  • Decades of welfare policy have failed to deliver lasting economic mobility in many minority communities, despite enormous spending intended to address poverty.
A Sustainable Alternative to Restore Dignity, Stability, and Opportunity
  • The United States Citizen Fund replaces fragmented welfare programs with a single, transparent system, eliminating duplication, bureaucracy, and administrative waste while ensuring help reaches those who need it most
  • USCF restores dignity and personal responsibility by providing direct, predictable support to citizens without trapping families in complex eligibility rules or long-term dependency
  • By consolidating more than hundreds of overlapping programs into one unified framework, USCF dramatically reduces government overhead and improves accountability to taxpayers
  • USCF aligns assistance with economic participation, encouraging work, savings, and upward mobility rather than penalizing individuals for earning more or improving their circumstances
  • A stable, citizen-focused support system strengthens families and communities, creating a sustainable path out of poverty while protecting future generations from unchecked entitlement growth
America’s Healthcare System Is Broken and Unaffordable
  • Rising costs for fuel, feed, equipment, insurance, and labor are outpacing farm and ranch income.
  • Unstable commodity markets make long-term planning and profitability increasingly difficult.
  • Small and mid-sized family operations lack the financial cushion to absorb sudden price swings.
  • Increasing regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements place added strain on agricultural producers.
  • Property taxes and land use pressures threaten long-term agricultural sustainability and family succession.
Practical Reform to Make Healthcare Affordable Again
  • Rising costs for fuel, feed, equipment, insurance, and labor are outpacing farm and ranch income.
  • Unstable commodity markets make long-term planning and profitability increasingly difficult.
  • Small and mid-sized family operations lack the financial cushion to absorb sudden price swings.
  • Increasing regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements place added strain on agricultural producers.
  • Property taxes and land use pressures threaten long-term agricultural sustainability and family succession.
Agriculture Under Pressure
  • Rising costs for fuel, feed, equipment, insurance, and labor are outpacing farm and ranch income.
  • Unstable commodity markets make long-term planning and profitability increasingly difficult.
  • Small and mid-sized family operations lack the financial cushion to absorb sudden price swings.
  • Increasing regulations, taxes, and compliance requirements place added strain on agricultural producers.
  • Property taxes and land use pressures threaten long-term agricultural sustainability and family succession.
Keeping Texas Agriculture Strong

  • Replace layered federal, state, and local taxes with a Currency Usage Tax to remove hidden costs embedded in fuel, equipment, transportation, and agricultural supplies.

  • Eliminate payroll and income taxes so producers keep more of what they earn and can reinvest directly into land, livestock, and operations.

  • End subsidy driven distortions by creating a predictable economic framework where agriculture succeeds through efficiency and market stability rather than political carve outs.

  • Reduce regulatory burden by enforcing equal application of the law and eliminating duplicative and non productive compliance requirements.

  • Require transparent, outcome based government spending so rural tax dollars return to infrastructure, services, and land protections that directly support agricultural communities.

Texans’ Safety at Risk

  • Families feel less safe as violent crime and repeat offenses continue to increase.

  • Uneven enforcement leaves law-abiding Texans paying the price for criminal behavior.

  • Overburdened courts delay justice and return offenders to the streets.

  • Local law enforcement is stretched thin by rising crime and unfunded mandates.

  • Public trust declines when victims are ignored and accountability disappears.

Equal Justice and Enforceable Law

  • Apply the law equally to all citizens and officials so justice is predictable and fair.

  • Eliminate political discretion that allows repeat offenders to avoid consequences.

  • Require transparent reporting of crime, prosecution outcomes, and sentencing results.

  • Restore accountability in courts by tying authority to measurable public safety outcomes.

  • Support law enforcement through clear laws, consistent enforcement, and local control rather than bureaucratic mandates.

Debt and Its Consequences

  • Unchecked federal borrowing is driving inflation and reducing the purchasing power of Texas families.

  • Rising prices for groceries, fuel, housing, utilities, and healthcare are stretching household budgets beyond their limits.

  • Paychecks are not keeping pace with cost increases, even for families working longer hours or multiple jobs.

  • Federal deficits place growing financial pressure on counties and school districts, leading to higher property taxes and new bond measures.

  • Texans worry that mounting national debt will burden future generations with fewer opportunities and greater financial obligations.

Restoring Fiscal Balance
  • Replace income, payroll, and hidden indirect taxes with a Currency Usage Tax that creates a stable, predictable revenue stream without inflationary borrowing.
  • Eliminate deficit driven spending by requiring government to operate within real time revenue rather than future debt obligations.
  • Remove hidden inflationary pressures by ending debt financed programs that silently erode household purchasing power.
  • Require full transparency and real time public tracking of federal revenue, spending, and program outcomes so debt growth cannot be concealed.
  • Tie all federal spending to measurable results and constitutional authority so future generations inherit opportunity instead of unsustainable
Economic Pressure on Working Families
  • Rising costs for housing, groceries, utilities, fuel, insurance, and healthcare are outpacing wage growth.
  • Families feel financially squeezed and increasingly unable to save, plan ahead, or absorb unexpected expenses.
  • Rural producers and small businesses face higher operating costs that threaten their viability and local economies.
  • Property taxes and rent increases are reducing financial stability for both homeowners and renters.
  • Texans are frustrated by rising taxes and government spending that lack transparency, accountability, and measurable results.
Solutions for Economic Stability
  • Replace layered federal, state, and local taxes with a Currency Usage Tax to remove hidden costs embedded throughout housing, energy, food, and transportation.
  • Eliminate income and payroll taxes so families keep more of every paycheck without complex filings or compliance burdens.
  • Reduce inflationary pressure by ending deficit driven spending that quietly erodes purchasing power and raises everyday prices.
  • Require transparent, real time tracking of government revenue and spending so taxpayers can see where money goes and what results it produces.
  • Enforce equal application of the law and predictable economic rules so work, savings, and investment are rewarded rather than penalized.
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 Accountability in the Classroom for Texas Parents
  • Rising property taxes and school bond measures leave families questioning where education funding goes and whether it reaches classrooms.
  • Parents are concerned that increased spending expands administrative overhead rather than improving instruction and student support.
  • Academic performance varies widely between districts, with too many campuses failing to deliver consistent results.
  • Teacher shortages, high turnover, and burnout are disrupting classroom stability, especially in rural communities.
  • Families want assurance that schools are preparing students for college, skilled trades, or the workforce with practical skills and strong foundations.
Restoring Quality Education
  • Equal per-student education funding that follows each child to the public or private school their family chooses.
  • Require full transparency so parents can see exactly where education dollars go and what outcomes they produce.
  • Shift funding away from administrative growth and back into classrooms, teachers, and students.
  • Stabilize teacher pay and retention by creating predictable, sustainable education funding.
  • Enforce equal accountability for school boards and administrators when students and campuses underperform.
The Risks of Unaffordable Healthcare
  • In 2024, the U.S. spent $4.2 trillion on healthcare, compared to $4.1 trillion for all other nations, according to the World Health Organization.
  • Rising healthcare costs make doctor visits, dental care, and prescription medications unaffordable even for insured families.
  • Shortages of healthcare workers and medical staff in rural counties reduce appointment availability and quality of care.
  • Gaps in insurance coverage and high out-of-pocket costs lead many residents to delay or skip needed treatment.
  • Rural hospitals and clinics face financial instability, risking closures and further reducing local healthcare options.
Making Healthcare Affordable Again
  • A single national healthcare framework that guarantees coverage for every American while ending duplicative administrative systems that drive costs higher.
  • Transparent, itemized healthcare pricing so patients know costs in advance and providers compete on quality and value rather than paperwork.
  • Universal catastrophic coverage combined with personal healthcare spending accounts, allowing families to control routine care decisions directly.
  • Elimination of hidden taxes, mandates, and middlemen that inflate premiums, hospital bills, and prescription drug prices.
  • Equal access to care across states and employment status so coverage follows the individual, not employers, insurers, or government agencies.
Border Chaos and Community Strain
  • Federal officials admit they do not know how many illegal migrants are in the United States, yet acknowledge the cost to taxpayers exceeds $180 billion annually.
  • Local communities are forced to absorb increased costs and strain on law enforcement and emergency services due to federal border policies.
  • Inconsistent enforcement leaves Texans concerned about public safety, accountability, and the rule of law.
  • Courts, jails, and public services face growing financial pressure, forcing local taxpayers to cover costs created by federal inaction.
  • Trust in elected leadership erodes as crimes committed against Texans by illegal migrants continue to rise.
Enforcing Immigration Law With Accountability
  • Enforce existing immigration law uniformly and transparently so rules apply consistently, restoring public safety and trust in enforcement.
  • Require real-time tracking and public reporting of border activity, costs, and outcomes so taxpayers know exactly what policies produce.
  • End unfunded federal mandates by tying border enforcement decisions to full federal financial responsibility rather than shifting costs to local communities.
  • Accelerate lawful processing and removal decisions through streamlined courts and clear timelines that respect due process while ending prolonged uncertainty.
  • Hold federal agencies and officials accountable for enforcement failures by applying the same legal standards to government actors as to citizens.
Jobs and Opportunity at Risk
  • Wages are not keeping up with rising costs, making it harder for families to get ahead.
  • Rural communities fear the loss of agriculture, energy, and small-business jobs.
  • Small businesses struggle to hire and grow under rising taxes and regulatory burdens.
  • Economic uncertainty discourages long-term investment and job creation.
  • Parents worry their children will need to leave home to find stable careers.
Restoring Work, Wages, and Opportunity

  • Eliminate payroll, income, and embedded taxes by replacing them with a simple Currency Usage Tax that lowers the cost of hiring.

  • Reduce compliance and reporting burdens so small businesses can invest in workers instead of paperwork.

  • Create predictable, transparent rules that encourage long-term business growth and local job creation.

  • Allow workers to keep more of what they earn so wages translate into real economic mobility.

  • Strengthen local economies by keeping businesses, jobs, and talent rooted in Texas communities.

Abortion and Reproductive Rights in Conflict
  • Political agendas increasingly override personal, moral, and family decision-making.
  • Extreme positions leave no room for reasoned discussion or consensus.
  • Texans want policies that protect life while respecting women’s health and constitutional limits.
  • Politically driven laws risk confusion and unintended consequences instead of lasting solutions.
  • Government intrudes into decisions that are better guided by faith, family, and medical judgment.
Restoring Balance, Clarity, and Trust
  • Restrict abortion policy to clear constitutional boundaries rather than federal overreach or political activism.
  • Remove political incentives that encourage crisis-driven legislation instead of stable, lawful governance.
  • Require laws to be written plainly so women, families, and doctors understand their rights and obligations.
  • Protect medical decision-making within clearly defined legal frameworks to prevent uncertainty and delayed care.
  • Ensure equal application of the law through consistent, predictable enforcement
Social Order and Shared Values Under Strain
  • Parents are concerned that schools are pushing ideological agendas that undermine parental authority and local values.
  • Texans feel traditional family values are being eroded by cultural and political activism.
  • Federal policies have intruded into local decisions involving faith, speech, and community standards.
  • Political polarization around social issues is dividing communities and weakening civil discourse.
  • Substance abuse, homelessness, and social disorder are growing problems that communities feel ill-equipped to manage.
Restoring Community Standards and Constitutional Balance
  • Restrict policy decisions to clear constitutional boundaries based on family, faith, and community life.
  • Reaffirm parental authority in education with local control over curriculum and school policy.
  • Apply the law equally and consistently to ensure policies are enforced based on rule of law, not political ideology.
  • Reduce bureaucratic mandates that force local governments to implement policies that are disconnected from community values.
  • Restore accountability in government by requiring measurable outcomes instead of ideology-driven programs.
Social Order and Shared Values Under Strain
  • Veterans struggle to navigate a complex and inconsistent benefits and claims system.
  • Access to timely healthcare and mental health services remains limited, especially for rural veterans.
  • Affordable and stable housing options are insufficient for aging and transitioning veterans.
  • Transportation barriers make it difficult for veterans to reach medical care and support services
  • Lack of coordination and accountability in veteran services leaves many feeling forgotten after their service.
Restoring Honor, Care, and Accountability for Veterans
  • Simplify the veterans’ benefits and claims process so decisions are timely, transparent, and predictable.
  • Require clear performance standards for VA healthcare and mental health services to ensure timely care.
  • Remove federal barriers that limit veterans’ access to local and regional healthcare providers.
  • Tie funding for veteran housing and transportation programs to measurable outcomes, not bureaucracy.
  • Enforce accountability and oversight so no veteran is overlooked after serving our country.