Barney Frank

Barney Frank was a strong advocate for financial regulation and co-authored the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. He aimed to increase transparency and accountability in the financial sector to prevent another financial crisis.

Frank did not have a significant record on agriculture but generally supported subsidies and measures that promoted sustainable farming practices.

Frank supported comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protections for immigrant rights.

He advocated for federal investments in public education and supported increasing access to higher education through financial aid programs.

Frank supported renewable energy initiatives and policies aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels, advocating for clean energy investments.

He recognized climate change as a significant problem and backed policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and invest in renewable energy sources.

Frank was a proponent of expanding healthcare access and supported the Affordable Care Act, aiming for broader healthcare coverage.

As chair of the Financial Services Committee, he worked on housing policies to combat foreclosure crises and supported increased affordable housing development.

Frank supported funding for public transportation infrastructure and initiatives to improve transportation efficiency and access.

He advocated for increased support and resources for veterans, including healthcare, education, and housing assistance.

Frank strongly supported efforts to expand voting rights and opposed measures he viewed as restrictive to voter access.