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Gus Savage

Gus Savage

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Gus Savage Congressional Service

Gus Savage is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Illinois. GUS served as a House Representative for the state of Illinois and served a total of 5 terms in congress.

Gus Savage participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 35 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2112 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Gus Savage supported policies that promoted economic equality and sought to address issues of poverty and unemployment through government intervention and social welfare programs.


Agriculture

Liberal

Savage advocated for policies benefiting small farmers and was critical of large agribusinesses, supporting measures that protected family-owned farms and sustainable practices.


Immigration

Conservative

Gus Savage took conservative stances on immigration, advocating for stricter immigration controls and enforcement policies.


Education

Liberal

Savage supported increased federal funding for public education, especially in underserved areas, and championed civil rights in educational access.


Energy

Liberal

Savage favored the development of alternative energy sources and supported reducing reliance on fossil fuels through government incentives.


Climate change

Liberal

Gus Savage's stance on climate change focused on supporting environmental protection and sustainable practices, advocating for regulations to limit pollution.


Healthcare

Liberal

Savage backed expanding access to healthcare services and reducing costs through government programs and reforms aimed at increased coverage.


Housing

Liberal

He advocated for affordable housing initiatives, focusing on government assistance and programs to support low-income families and reduce homelessness.


Transportation

Liberal

Savage supported infrastructure improvements and government investment in public transportation systems to enhance urban mobility.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

He promoted increased benefits and services for veterans, highlighting the importance of healthcare, education, and job training for those who served.


Voting rights

Liberal

Savage emphasized protecting and expanding voting rights, opposing measures that he saw as restrictive and supporting equal access to the ballot.

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Latest Bills

Maternal Vaccinations Act
Bill S 4132April 1, 2026
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.
Bill HRES 1135April 1, 2026
A resolution designating the first week of April as "National Asbestos Awareness Week".
Bill SRES 666April 1, 2026
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 1131April 1, 2026
Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act
Bill S 4024April 1, 2026
Seneca Nation Law Enforcement Efficiency Act
Bill HR 7065April 1, 2026
Fund CISA Personnel Act of 2026
Bill S 4074April 1, 2026
Count the Crimes to Cut Act
Bill HR 2159April 1, 2026
Debt-to-GDP Transparency and Stabilization Act
Bill HR 7808April 1, 2026
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should reduce and maintain the Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product.
Bill SRES 654April 1, 2026