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Elizabeth H. Esty

Elizabeth H. Esty

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Elizabeth H. Esty Congressional Service

Elizabeth H. Esty is a retired United States Congresswomen for the state of Connecticut. Elizabeth served as a House Representative for the state of Connecticut and served a total of 3 terms in congress.

Elizabeth H. Esty participated in over 319 voting sessions, sponsored over 85 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1137 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Centrist

Elizabeth Esty generally supported policies aimed at economic growth through investment in infrastructure, education, and innovation. She advocated for a balanced approach to budgeting that includes both revenue enhancements and strategic spending cuts.


Agriculture

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty supported sustainable agriculture practices and advocated for farmers' access to technology and resources. She encouraged policies that would support local farms and promote food security.


Immigration

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty supported comprehensive immigration reform that included a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, along with stronger border security measures and fair immigration processes.


Education

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty advocated for increased funding for public education, affordable higher education, and STEM education programs. She supported efforts to reduce student loan debt and improve access to quality education.


Energy

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty supported a transition to renewable energy sources and investment in clean energy technologies. She favored policies that would reduce dependency on fossil fuels and encourage energy efficiency.


Climate change

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty recognized climate change as a critical issue and supported measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. She backed policies aimed at promoting renewable energy and environmental conservation.


Healthcare

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty supported the Affordable Care Act and advocated for measures to expand access to healthcare, control costs, and improve the quality of care. She endorsed protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions.


Housing

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty supported policies to increase affordable housing availability and to provide assistance to low-income families. She favored measures that would address homelessness and support housing development projects.


Transportation

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty advocated for significant investments in infrastructure to improve transportation systems, including roads, bridges, and public transit. She supported initiatives that promote sustainable transportation options.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty was committed to improving veterans' access to healthcare and employment opportunities. She supported policies that would enhance support services for veterans and their families.


Voting rights

Liberal

Elizabeth Esty advocated for measures to protect and expand voting rights. She supported efforts to make voting more accessible and opposed policies that she viewed as restrictive or discriminatory.

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Latest Bills

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
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 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
Prevent Drug Addiction Act of 2016
Bill HR 4697January 11, 2023
Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2016
Bill HR 4463January 11, 2023
CARE for All Veterans Act
Bill HR 2894January 11, 2023
Helping Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Act
Bill HR 2237January 11, 2023
Recognizing Connecticut's Submarine Century, the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Naval Submarine Base New London, and Connecticut's historic role in supporting the undersea capabilities of the United States.
Bill HRES 493January 11, 2023
Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2015
Bill HR 953January 11, 2023
American Super Computing Leadership Act
Bill HR 874January 11, 2023
Tick-Borne Disease Research Accountability and Transparency Act of 2015
Bill HR 789January 11, 2023
Streamlining Energy Efficiency for Schools Act of 2015
Bill HR 756January 11, 2023