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Henry A. Waxman

Henry A. Waxman

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Henry A. Waxman Congressional Service

Henry A. Waxman is a retired United States Congressman for the state of California. HENRY served as a House Representative for the state of California and served a total of 16 terms in congress.

Henry A. Waxman participated in over 455 voting sessions, sponsored over 635 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 8227 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Henry Waxman supported regulatory measures for financial industries, and he played a role in oversight and reform efforts aimed at protecting consumers.


Agriculture

Liberal

Waxman focused on food safety and nutrition, advocating for stricter regulations and transparency in agricultural practices.


Immigration

Liberal

Waxman generally supported comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.


Education

Liberal

Waxman advocated for increased federal funding for public education and supported policies aimed at reducing educational inequality.


Energy

Liberal

Waxman supported renewable energy initiatives and legislation aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuels.


Climate change

Extremely liberal

He was a strong advocate for legislative action to combat climate change, including cap-and-trade programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.


Healthcare

Extremely liberal

Waxman was a key proponent of the Affordable Care Act and supported expanding access to healthcare services.


Housing

Liberal

He supported federal assistance for affordable housing and opposed cuts to housing programs for low-income Americans.


Transportation

Liberal

Waxman backed federal investment in public transportation infrastructure to improve accessibility and reduce emissions.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

He supported increased funding for veteran healthcare and programs to assist veterans in transitioning to civilian life.


Voting rights

Extremely liberal

Waxman advocated for measures to protect and expand voting rights, opposing regulations he viewed as restrictive.

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Latest Bills

Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act
Bill HR 7487September 6, 2026
To redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".
Bill HR 1693September 6, 2026
Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026
Bill HR 1869September 6, 2026
Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025
Bill HR 726September 5, 2026
Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025
Bill HR 741September 5, 2026
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
Bill HJRES 1September 5, 2026
Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026
Bill HR 7945September 5, 2026
To provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of California, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8454September 5, 2026
Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act
Bill HR 8658September 4, 2026
Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Clarification Act
Bill HR 6021September 4, 2026
A bill for the relief of Olivia Manaois Abrasaldo.
Bill HR 2872July 3, 2024
For the relief of Allan Bolor Kelley.
Bill HR 794March 14, 2024
For the relief of Zohreh Farhang Ghahfarokhi.
Bill HR 3184October 3, 2024
Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act Amendments of 1993
Bill HR 3505June 2, 2021
Silvio O. Conte Disabilities Prevention Act
Bill HR 2204January 19, 2023
Emergency Iron Dome Replenishment Act
Bill HR 5235March 14, 2024
United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2014
Bill HR 4653March 14, 2024
STELA Reauthorization Act of 2014
Bill HR 4572March 14, 2024
Hezbollah International Financing Prevention Act of 2014
Bill HR 4411March 14, 2024
Lake Berryessa Recreation Enhancement Act of 2014
Bill HR 4166March 14, 2024