OH-01 Republican nominee?
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MAY 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleDentist
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationOhio
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BackgroundDentist
EducationThe Ohio State University (studied Business and Biology)
Notable personal detailsSteven Erbeck is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Ohio’s 1st Congressional District (2026). He is a fourth-generation dentist and small business owner associated with The Cincinnati Dental Group, with practice locations in Mason and Montgomery, Ohio. He studied at The Ohio State University and earned a dental degree from New York University’s College of Dentistry.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports pro-growth economic policies that lower taxes for working families and small businesses, cites the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act as a model, and favors cutting unnecessary federal spending, simplifying the tax code, and reducing regulations to encourage job growth.
Healthcare
Supports market-based healthcare reforms such as expanding Health Savings Accounts, increasing price transparency, and allowing insurance sales across state lines. Opposes government-run systems like Medicare for All and favors state flexibility for Medicaid while protecting coverage for people with pre-existing conditions. Also supports measures to lower drug costs, expand telehealth, and invest in mental-health services.
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border enforcement focused on stopping drugs and illegal crossings while calling for fixing the immigration system so people enter legally; emphasizes prioritizing national security and public safety. Advocates legal immigration but frames reforms around enforcement and public-safety priorities.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate describes himself as believing in "protecting the sanctity of life" and supports policies that uplift families and parental rights, framing abortion as a matter of protecting life and family values. His campaign emphasizes religious liberty and family-centered policies that align with a pro-life perspective. Specific details about allowable exceptions or preferred legislative limits are not stated on the campaign site.
Climate & Energy
Supports energy independence and expanding American oil, gas, and nuclear energy production to lower fuel prices and promote economic security, while opposing what he describes as burdensome regulations.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports fully funding and equipping law enforcement, tougher penalties for violent and repeat offenders, and treating public safety as a priority; expresses concern about gun violence but does not endorse specific new firearm restrictions on the campaign site. Positions emphasize law enforcement resources, criminal penalties, and mental-health/rehabilitation measures to reduce violence.
News
Steven Erbeck is running in the Republican primary for Ohio’s 1st Congressional District. He is one of the candidates competing for the nomination to challenge Democratic Rep. Greg Landsman in 2026. The race has drawn added attention after President Donald Trump endorsed Eric Conroy, one of Erbeck’s primary rivals.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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