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Gerry E. Studds

Gerry E. Studds

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Gerry E. Studds Congressional Service

Gerry E. Studds is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Massachusetts. GERRY served as a House Representative for the state of Massachusetts and served a total of 7 terms in congress.

Gerry E. Studds participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 389 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 3277 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Gerry Studds generally supported policies that promoted economic expansion through government intervention and regulatory oversight. He advocated for measures that supported working-class families and increased public spending on infrastructure and social services.


Agriculture

Liberal

Studds backed agricultural policies that focused on supporting family farms and sustainable practices. He favored governmental assistance programs to help farmers deal with economic volatility and environmental challenges.


Immigration

Liberal

Studds generally supported comprehensive immigration reform that included a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and measures to improve border security with humane enforcement practices.


Education

Liberal

He endorsed increased federal funding for education at all levels, advocating for equal access to quality education and support for teachers and public schools through improved funding and resources.


Energy

Liberal

Studds was in favor of energy policies that emphasized conservation and the development of renewable energy sources over fossil fuels. He supported legislative efforts aimed at reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.


Climate change

Liberal

Studds recognized climate change as a significant issue and supported international cooperation and domestic policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and protecting the environment.


Healthcare

Liberal

He advocated for a healthcare system that provided broader access and affordability, supporting government intervention to achieve universal healthcare coverage and reduce healthcare costs for individuals.


Housing

Liberal

Studds supported affordable housing initiatives and government assistance programs designed to alleviate homelessness and improve access to housing for low- and middle-income families.


Transportation

Liberal

He backed investment in public transportation infrastructure and policies aimed at modernizing and expanding transit systems to reduce traffic congestion and pollution.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Studds supported measures to enhance benefits and services for veterans, including healthcare, education, and employment support programs.


Voting rights

Liberal

He was a proponent of expanding voting rights and access, supporting legislation that aimed to eliminate barriers to voting and increase voter participation.

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Latest Bills

A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide, including increasing harm to journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2026.
Bill SRES 715May 9, 2026
Cashless Bail Reporting Act
Bill HR 5625May 8, 2026
PROTECT Act
Bill HR 8522May 8, 2026
Offshore Parity Act of 2026
Bill HR 8542May 8, 2026
To allow States to require payment of State fees related to boating as a condition for issuance of a vessel number and to collect such fees in conjunction with other fees related to vessel numbering.
Bill HR 8550May 8, 2026
Fireworks for Freedom Act
Bill HR 8593May 8, 2026
Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026
Bill HR 8524May 8, 2026
Public Lands Workforce Stability Act
Bill HR 8523May 8, 2026
Build America, Buy America Compliance Act
Bill S 4393May 8, 2026
Expanding the Defense Industrial Base Sales Act
Bill HR 8649May 8, 2026
Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act of 1993
Bill HR 2134January 19, 2023
Silvio O. Conte Disabilities Prevention Act
Bill HR 2204January 19, 2023
Preventive Health Amendments of 1993
Bill HR 2202January 19, 2023
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1993
Bill HR 2150January 19, 2023
Violence Against Women Act of 1993
Bill HR 1133June 2, 2021