Edolphus Towns

Edolphus Towns

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Edolphus Towns Congressional Service

Edolphus Towns is a retired United States Congressman for the state of New York. EDOLPHUS served as a House Representative for the state of New York and served a total of 15 terms in congress.Edolphus Towns participated in over 190 voting sessions, sponsored over 274 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 9766 individual bills.

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Edolphus Towns has focused on supporting small businesses and promoting job creation through federal investment. He advocated for policies that encourage economic growth and fair trade practices.

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Towns supported measures that benefit urban agriculture and efforts to address food insecurity in cities, prioritizing sustainable practices and equitable food distribution.

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Towns advocated for comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship and protections for undocumented immigrants, emphasizing humane treatment and integration.

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He championed increased federal funding for public education, support for teachers, and affordable access to higher education, advocating for policies that reduce educational disparities.

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Towns supported renewable energy initiatives and investment in alternative energy sources, with a focus on reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting green technology.

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He recognized climate change as a critical issue and backed policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.

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Towns was a proponent of the Affordable Care Act and supported efforts to expand healthcare access and ensure affordability for all citizens.

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He supported affordable housing initiatives and federal investment in urban development to prevent homelessness and improve living conditions in underserved communities.

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Towns advocated for modernizing public transportation infrastructure, with a focus on improving services and increasing federal funding for urban transit systems.

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He supported legislation aimed at improving veterans' healthcare and benefits, emphasizing the need for adequate funding and support services for veterans.

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Towns was in favor of strengthening voting rights protections and opposed measures that could restrict access to voting, advocating for fair and equitable electoral processes.
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Edolphus Towns's Latest Votes

Congress 112 Vote 656 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendment
PassedJanuary 1, 2013
Congress 112 Vote 648 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedDecember 20, 2012
Congress 112 Vote 638 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
PassedDecember 19, 2012
Congress 112 Vote 630 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree to the Senate Amendment
PassedDecember 18, 2012
Congress 112 Vote 628 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedDecember 17, 2012

Latest Bills

Stop Raising Prices on Food Act
Bill HR 2842April 26, 2025
Protecting Medical Research Funding Act
Bill HR 2855April 26, 2025
Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2025
Bill HR 2850April 26, 2025
Housing Supply Frameworks Act
Bill HR 2840April 26, 2025
Reconciliation in Place Names Act
Bill HR 2843April 26, 2025
Great Lakes and National Weather Service Funding Protection Act
Bill HR 2856April 26, 2025
Expanded Student Saver’s Tax Credit Act
Bill HR 2852April 26, 2025
Drain the Swamp Act
Bill HR 2857April 26, 2025
Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025
Bill HR 2848April 26, 2025
Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act
Bill HR 2844April 26, 2025
Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Improvement Act of 2012
Bill HR 4053March 14, 2024
Access to Professional Health Insurance Advisors Act of 2011
Bill HR 1206March 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
Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001
Bill HR 665January 16, 2023
Dylan Lee James Act
Bill HR 600January 16, 2023