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Christopher Shays

Christopher Shays

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Christopher Shays Congressional Service

Christopher Shays is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Connecticut. CHRISTOPHER served as a House Representative for the state of Connecticut and served a total of 11 terms in congress.

Christopher Shays participated in over 65 voting sessions, sponsored over 230 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 4764 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Centrist

Christopher Shays generally supported free market policies and advocated for reducing government spending while emphasizing fiscal responsibility.


Agriculture

Centrist

Shays supported policies that balanced agricultural economic interests with environmental considerations, and he advocated for sustainable farming practices.


Immigration

Centrist

Shays favored comprehensive immigration reform, which included securing borders and providing a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.


Education

Centrist

Shays supported increased funding for education and emphasized the importance of accountability standards in schools.


Energy

Centrist

Shays advocated for reducing dependence on foreign oil through the development of renewable energy sources and supporting energy efficiency initiatives.


Climate change

Centrist

Shays acknowledged climate change as a significant issue and supported policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.


Healthcare

Centrist

Shays supported healthcare reform efforts that aimed to expand coverage and improve the efficiency of the healthcare system while containing costs.


Housing

Centrist

Shays supported initiatives aimed at increasing affordable housing and advocated for policies to address homelessness.


Transportation

Centrist

Shays supported infrastructure improvements and advocated for increased investment in public transportation systems.


Veterans affairs

Centrist

Shays was an advocate for veterans' benefits and healthcare, emphasizing the importance of supporting veterans’ transition to civilian life.


Voting rights

Centrist

Shays supported measures to protect voting rights and advocated for ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the electoral process.

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Latest Bills

To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through April 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8322April 19, 2026
Space Exploration Research Act
Bill S 2351April 18, 2026
RED Tape Act
Bill HR 6398April 18, 2026
FENCES Act
Bill HR 6409April 18, 2026
A bill to extend section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 for 3 years.
Bill S 4344April 18, 2026
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that a Member of Congress convicted of certain felony offenses relating to sexual abuse shall not be eligible for retirement benefits based on that individual's Member service, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4343April 18, 2026
SAFER Transport Act
Bill HR 8267April 18, 2026
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025
Bill HR 4219April 18, 2026
To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow importation of polar bear trophies taken in sport hunts in Canada before the date the polar bear was determined to be a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.
Bill HR 6251April 18, 2026
Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act
Bill HR 7288April 18, 2026
Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act of 2001
Bill HR 380January 16, 2023
Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2001
Bill HR 2692January 16, 2023
Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002
Bill HR 2356January 16, 2023
Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act of 1999
Bill HR 417October 3, 2024
Housing Bond and Credit Modernization and Fairness Act of 2001
Bill HR 951January 17, 2023
Global Democracy Promotion Act of 2001
Bill HR 755January 16, 2023
Education IRA Plus Act of 2001
Bill HR 676January 16, 2023
Economic Security and Worker Assistance Act of 2002
Bill HR 622January 16, 2023
Dylan Lee James Act
Bill HR 600January 16, 2023