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Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) was announced as a recipient of the Defender of Limited Government Award, a distinguished recognition from the Institute of Legislative Analysis (ILA). The award represents the 2026 Limited Government Index, a legislative analysis of voting records, compiled from 305 roll calls across 10 policy categories and encompassing 89,125 individual lawmaker votes. 

“One of my primary goals in Congress is to increase liberty for Americans across the country,” said Rep. Moran. “This recognition underscores the importance of maintaining steadfast support for the principles that have made our country great. I remain committed to fighting for freedom by limiting the role and influence of the federal government.” 

Ryan McGowan, CEO, Institute for Legislative Analysis: “The Institute for Legislative Analysis is proud to present Congressman Nathaniel Moran with the Defender of Limited Government Award for a voting record aligned with the limited government principles of the U.S. Constitution. Congressman Moran has focused much of his work on issues that matter directly to East Texas families and small businesses, including tax relief, economic growth, and protecting taxpayers from IRS overreach. We especially appreciate his work on the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act, which would help prevent the IRS from using new funding to target middle-class families and small businesses with unnecessary audits. Congressman Moran and his team deserve credit for working to keep Washington accountable, protect working families, and support the employers who help communities thrive.” 

Ryan McGowan, CEO, Institute for Legislative Analysis; Congressman Nathaniel Moran; and Fred McGrath, President and Chief Economist, Institute for Legislative Analysis

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