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Chris Van Hollen
Chris Van Hollen Congressional Service
Chris Van Hollen is a United States Congressman for the state of Maryland. Chris currently serves as a Senator for the state of Maryland and has served a total of 11 terms in congress.
Chris Van Hollen has participated in over 1250 voting sessions, sponsored over 446 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 6210 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
LiberalChris Van Hollen supports economic policies that aim to reduce income inequality and increase taxes on the wealthy and corporations. He advocates for increased infrastructure spending to stimulate job growth.
Agriculture
LiberalVan Hollen emphasizes sustainable farming practices and supports federal assistance programs for small and family-owned farms. He also advocates for measures to combat climate change in the agricultural sector.
Immigration
LiberalChris Van Hollen advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and improved border security that respects human rights.
Education
LiberalVan Hollen supports increased federal funding for public education, reducing student loan debt, and making college more affordable. He advocates for universal pre-K and strengthening STEM programs.
Energy
LiberalVan Hollen supports transitioning to clean energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. He backs investments in renewable energy technologies and infrastructure.
Climate change
Extremely liberalChris Van Hollen views climate change as a critical issue and supports aggressive policies to reduce carbon emissions, including rejoining international climate agreements and implementing a carbon tax.
Healthcare
LiberalVan Hollen supports the Affordable Care Act and advocates for expanding access to healthcare, including a public option. He aims to lower prescription drug costs and protect Medicare and Medicaid.
Housing
LiberalVan Hollen supports increased federal funding for affordable housing and measures to prevent housing discrimination. He advocates for policies to help first-time homebuyers and combat homelessness.
Transportation
LiberalHe supports significant investment in public transportation infrastructure, prioritizing sustainable and environmentally friendly options. Van Hollen also advocates for modernizing the nation's roads and bridges.
Veterans affairs
LiberalVan Hollen supports providing comprehensive healthcare services to veterans and improving their access to education and employment opportunities. He advocates for increasing funding for the VA system.
Voting rights
Extremely liberalVan Hollen is a strong advocate for expanding voting rights and opposes measures he views as voter suppression. He supports legislation that makes voting more accessible, such as same-day registration and mail-in voting.
Contact Chris Van Hollen
Phone Number
(202) 224-4654
State
DC
City
Washington
Address
730 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Zip Code
20515
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Van Hollen speaks ahead of vote to hold Trump admin accountable on deportations to El Salvador
5/15/2025, 4:39 PM

Team Maryland holds media availability after meeting on protecting federal services for Maryland
5/8/2025, 6:01 PM

Van Hollen Speaks on Senate Floor on Trump’s Lawlessness in his First 100 Days
4/30/2025, 4:06 PM

Van Hollen Holds Media Availability at Dulles Upon Return from El Salvador
4/18/2025, 7:01 PM

Van Hollen speaks to press after being denied entry to El Salvador prison holding Abrego Garcia
4/17/2025, 5:52 PM

Senator Chris Van Hollen is live!
4/16/2025, 5:49 PM

Van Hollen speaks on Trump plan to give massive tax giveaway to billionaires at Americans' expense
4/4/2025, 2:10 PM

Van Hollen speaks on efforts to block Trump offensive arms sales to Netanyahu government
4/3/2025, 4:42 PM

Van Hollen speaks on Trump's plan to raise prices on Americans through broad tariffs
4/2/2025, 8:55 PM

Van Hollen joins Booker in holding Senate floor to protest Trump, Musk's attacks on democracy
4/1/2025, 2:23 PM