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Carolyn Bourdeaux
Carolyn Bourdeaux Congressional Service
Carolyn Bourdeaux is a retired United States Congresswomen for the state of Georgia. Carolyn served as a House Representative for the state of Georgia and served a total of 1 term in congress.
Carolyn Bourdeaux participated in over 107 voting sessions, sponsored over 16 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 296 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
LiberalCarolyn Bourdeaux supports measures to stimulate economic growth through infrastructure investment and small business support. She has advocated for equitable tax reform and government spending to boost economic recovery.
Agriculture
CentristBourdeaux emphasizes the importance of supporting local farmers and sustainable practices. She has called for policies that protect farmers from trade disputes and ensure access to critical agricultural markets.
Immigration
LiberalBourdeaux supports comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protections for DACA recipients. She advocates for border security balanced with humane treatment of immigrants.
Education
LiberalShe advocates for increased federal funding for public education, support for teachers, and accessible college education through measures like reduced tuition costs and student loan debt relief.
Energy
LiberalBourdeaux supports investment in renewable energy technologies and infrastructure as a means to transition from fossil fuels and reduce carbon emissions.
Climate change
LiberalShe recognizes climate change as a significant threat and supports policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including rejoining international climate agreements and promoting clean energy solutions.
Healthcare
LiberalBourdeaux advocates for expanding healthcare access, including strengthening the Affordable Care Act, lowering prescription drug costs, and supporting healthcare for all Americans.
Housing
LiberalBourdeaux supports efforts to increase affordable housing availability through federal investment and policy changes aimed at reducing homelessness and supporting low-income families.
Transportation
LiberalShe advocates for significant investment in modernizing transportation infrastructure, including public transit, to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impacts.
Veterans affairs
CentristBourdeaux is committed to improving veterans' access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support services.
Voting rights
LiberalShe supports expanding voting rights and access, including measures such as automatic voter registration and making Election Day a national holiday to ensure broader participation.