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Donald M. Payne

Donald M. Payne

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Donald M. Payne Congressional Service

Donald M. Payne is a retired United States Congressman for the state of New Jersey. DONALD served as a House Representative for the state of New Jersey and served a total of 12 terms in congress.

Donald M. Payne participated in over 146 voting sessions, sponsored over 170 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 6344 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Donald Payne supports economic policies that prioritize job growth, infrastructure improvements, and support for small businesses. He advocates for federal investment in public services to boost economic development.


Agriculture

Liberal

Donald Payne focuses on sustainable agriculture practices and supports legislation targeting food security and access to healthy food in urban areas.


Immigration

Liberal

Donald Payne supports comprehensive immigration reform, including creating pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protecting DACA recipients.


Education

Liberal

Donald Payne advocates for increased funding for public education, support for teachers, and policies that close the educational achievement gap.


Energy

Liberal

Donald Payne supports the transition to renewable energy sources and the reduction of reliance on fossil fuels, aiming for environmental sustainability.


Climate change

Liberal

Donald Payne recognizes climate change as a critical issue and supports policies that aim to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental protection.


Healthcare

Liberal

Donald Payne is a proponent of expanding healthcare access and supports improving the Affordable Care Act and pursuing universal healthcare coverage.


Housing

Liberal

Donald Payne advocates for affordable housing initiatives and federal support to address homelessness and housing inequality.


Transportation

Liberal

Donald Payne supports investments in public transportation infrastructure and policies aimed at improving transit systems and reducing urban congestion.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Donald Payne supports increasing funding for veterans' healthcare and services and is committed to addressing the needs of veterans returning to civilian life.


Voting rights

Liberal

Donald Payne advocates for protecting and expanding voting rights, opposing voter suppression measures and supporting reforms to make voting more accessible.

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Latest Bills

Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026
Bill HR 7147April 3, 2026
A resolution expressing support for the annual designation of the first Saturday after the Spring Equinox as "National Day of Play".
Bill SRES 655April 3, 2026
A bill to make appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Bill S 4277April 3, 2026
Reforming ICE and Protecting America Act
Bill HR 8173April 3, 2026
To amend title 31, United States Code, to prohibit the issuance of United States currency and securities containing the signature of the sitting President.
Bill HR 8174April 3, 2026
Recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia.
Bill HRES 1150April 3, 2026
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5827) to advance bipartisan, common sense solutions.
Bill HRES 1153April 3, 2026
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for electronic notification regarding change in status of immigration petitions or applications.
Bill HR 8191April 3, 2026
Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act of 2026
Bill HR 8085April 3, 2026
To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program to develop workforce housing and affordable housing in areas where the workforce is expanding significantly, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8171April 3, 2026
Strengthening Medicare And Repaying Taxpayers Act of 2012
Bill HR 1063March 14, 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
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the 60-month limitation period on the allowance of a deduction of interest on loans for higher education expenses.
Bill HR 686January 16, 2023
Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001
Bill HR 665January 16, 2023