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Filemon Vela
Filemon Vela Congressional Service
Filemon Vela is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. Filemon served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 5 terms in congress.
Filemon Vela participated in over 455 voting sessions, sponsored over 55 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1284 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
CentristFilemon Vela advocated for policies supporting small businesses and economic development, particularly in rural and underserved areas. He supported robust federal investment to stimulate economic growth.
Agriculture
CentristVela supported policies that assisted farmers and ranchers, including access to credit and resources to boost productivity and sustainability in the agricultural sector.
Immigration
LiberalVela advocated for comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, while supporting stronger border security measures.
Education
LiberalHe supported increasing federal funding for public education and programs that reduce student debt, aiming to make higher education more accessible.
Energy
CentristVela supported a balanced approach to energy policy that included renewable energy development along with traditional energy sources to ensure energy independence.
Climate change
LiberalVela recognized the importance of addressing climate change and supported policies that reduce carbon emissions and promote clean energy technologies.
Healthcare
LiberalVela supported the Affordable Care Act and advocated for expanding healthcare access and reducing costs for all Americans.
Housing
LiberalHe supported programs aimed at increasing affordable housing and assisting low-income families to access housing options.
Transportation
CentristVela backed investments in infrastructure improvement and modernization, including public transit systems to support community connectivity and economic growth.
Veterans affairs
CentristVela advocated for improved services and benefits for veterans, focusing on healthcare, job training, and access to mental health services.
Voting rights
LiberalVela was a proponent of expanding voting access, supporting measures to make it easier for citizens to register and vote.