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Jeff Fortenberry
Jeff Fortenberry Congressional Service
Jeff Fortenberry is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Nebraska. Jeff served as a House Representative for the state of Nebraska and served a total of 9 terms in congress.
Jeff Fortenberry participated in over 623 voting sessions, sponsored over 173 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1725 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeJeff Fortenberry generally advocates for free-market solutions, tax cuts, and reducing regulatory burdens on businesses. He supports policies that encourage job growth and economic expansion.
Agriculture
ConservativeFortenberry supports agricultural policies that benefit local farmers and rural communities, including subsidies and initiatives for sustainable farming practices.
Immigration
ConservativeHe favors strengthened border security, including the construction of a border wall, and generally opposes policies that would provide a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.
Education
ConservativeFortenberry supports school choice and local control over education, advocating for policies that allow parents to choose private or charter schools for their children.
Energy
ConservativeHe supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, including the continuation of fossil fuel development alongside investments in renewable energy.
Climate change
ConservativeFortenberry acknowledges climate change but focuses on market-based solutions and technological innovation as primary methods for addressing environmental issues.
Healthcare
ConservativeHe opposes the Affordable Care Act and supports healthcare reforms that prioritize market-driven solutions and state-level control.
Housing
ConservativeFortenberry promotes initiatives to increase affordable housing through private sector involvement and reducing regulatory barriers.
Transportation
ConservativeSupports infrastructure investments that enhance transportation efficiency and connectivity, with a focus on leveraging private investment.
Veterans affairs
ConservativeAdvocates for increased funding and resources for veterans, emphasizing improvements in healthcare and job opportunities for returning servicemembers.
Voting rights
ConservativeFortenberry supports measures aimed at securing the electoral process, including voter ID laws and restrictions on mail-in voting.