Steve Marshall Vows to Oppose Tax Hikes in Senate Bid

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has pledged not to raise taxes if elected to the U.S. Senate, signaling a commitment to fiscal conservatism as he campaigns for the seat. Marshall signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, a commitment championed by Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), demonstrating his dedication to opposing tax increases.

Taxpayer Protection Pledge

The Taxpayer Protection Pledge, created in 1985, is a written commitment by candidates to oppose and vote against tax hikes. According to ATR President Grover Norquist, the pledge is a “powerful symbol” of support for taxpayers and their right to retain more of their earnings. Over 1,400 elected officials and candidates at the federal and state levels have signed the pledge, including 192 in the U.S. House and 44 in the U.S. Senate as of March 3, 2026.

Currently, 88% of Congressional Republicans have signed the pledge, in contrast to zero Congressional Democrats.

Marshall’s Campaign and Policy Positions

Marshall is running on a platform focused on Alabama’s interests, emphasizing “God, Grit, and Alabama Strong.” His campaign website outlines his priorities, including strengthening the economy through lower prices, tax cuts, and reduced regulations. He has also focused on issues such as public safety, upholding the rule of law, and defending election integrity.

As Attorney General, Marshall has actively challenged federal overreach, including a lawsuit against the Biden administration regarding a provision in the American Rescue Plan Act that he argued unconstitutionally restricted states’ ability to cut taxes. The lawsuit, filed in March 2021, aimed to protect Alabama’s sovereign power to determine its own fiscal policies.

Background

Steve Marshall is a native of Atmore, Alabama, and holds degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of Alabama School of Law. He served for 16 years as District Attorney for Marshall County before becoming Attorney General. He and his wife, Tammy, reside in Montgomery and have three children.

Key Takeaways

• Steve Marshall has signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, promising not to raise taxes if elected to the Senate.
• The pledge is a commitment to oppose tax increases, supported by Americans for Tax Reform.
• Marshall’s campaign focuses on economic growth, public safety, and defending Alabama’s interests.
• He has a history of challenging federal overreach, including a lawsuit against the Biden administration over tax restrictions.