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Harold L. Runnels
Harold L. Runnels Congressional Service
Harold L. Runnels is a retired United States Congressman for the state of New Mexico. HAROLD served as a Senator for the state of New Mexico and served a total of 1 term in congress.
Harold L. Runnels participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 66 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 308 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeHarold Runnels supported policies that favored economic growth and job creation through business incentives and reducing government regulations.
Agriculture
ConservativeRunnels advocated for increased support and subsidies for farmers, emphasizing agricultural development as crucial to his constituency.
Immigration
CentristHe maintained a stance focusing on secure borders while supporting legal immigration processes and pathways to citizenship for certain groups.
Education
CentristRunnels prioritized local control over education and increasing funding for public schools to improve access and quality.
Energy
ConservativeHe supported the development of domestic energy resources, including fossil fuels, to enhance energy independence.
Climate change
ConservativeRunnels was skeptical of strict environmental regulations, focusing instead on balancing economic and environmental interests.
Healthcare
ConservativeHis stance included promoting private healthcare options and reducing government involvement in healthcare markets.
Housing
CentristRunnels prioritized affordable housing initiatives and increasing access to homeownership through economic incentives.
Transportation
CentristHe supported infrastructure development, advocating for federal investment in highways and transportation systems.
Veterans affairs
LiberalRunnels strongly supported veteran benefits, pushing for better healthcare and job training services for veterans.
Voting rights
CentristHe backed efforts to ensure fair voting practices, emphasizing the importance of voter access while supporting measures to prevent fraud.