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Jim McDermott

Jim McDermott

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Jim McDermott Congressional Service

Jim McDermott is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Washington. JIM served as a House Representative for the state of Washington and served a total of 14 terms in congress.

Jim McDermott participated in over 504 voting sessions, sponsored over 342 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 7216 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Extremely liberal

Jim McDermott typically supported progressive taxation and policies aimed at reducing income inequality. He has backed measures to increase federal spending on social services and infrastructure as a means to stimulate economic growth.


Agriculture

Liberal

McDermott supported sustainable agriculture and emphasized the need for strong regulatory measures to protect the environment. He advocated for government assistance to support small farmers.


Immigration

Extremely liberal

Jim McDermott was in favor of comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants. He supported policies that encouraged diversity and multiculturalism.


Education

Extremely liberal

McDermott advocated for increased federal funding for public education and support for higher education affordability. He emphasized the importance of equal access to quality education for all.


Energy

Extremely liberal

McDermott supported transitioning to renewable energy sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. He favored government incentives for clean energy development.


Climate change

Extremely liberal

Jim McDermott consistently stressed the importance of addressing climate change through stringent environmental regulations and international cooperation. He supported the Paris Agreement.


Healthcare

Extremely liberal

McDermott was a strong advocate for universal healthcare and supported the implementation of a single-payer system. He pushed for expanded access to affordable healthcare services.


Housing

Extremely liberal

McDermott promoted policies to increase affordable housing and supported measures to prevent homelessness. He emphasized federal assistance for low-income families.


Transportation

Liberal

Jim McDermott supported federal investment in public transportation infrastructure and advocated for environmentally sustainable transportation solutions.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

McDermott backed efforts to improve healthcare and support services for veterans. He emphasized the importance of providing comprehensive benefits to those who served in the military.


Voting rights

Extremely liberal

Jim McDermott was a proponent of expanding voting rights and opposed measures that he viewed as restrictive. He supported legislation to ensure accessible and fair voting processes.

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Latest Bills

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Bill HR 9022June 24, 2026
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
Bill HR 8595June 24, 2026
Protecting Kids from Creeps Act
Bill HR 9131June 24, 2026
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require the inclusion of certain information in Medicare Advantage encounter data.
Bill HR 9392June 24, 2026
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9022) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bill HRES 1377June 24, 2026
Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
Bill HR 1181June 24, 2026
Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon.
Bill HCONRES 108June 24, 2026
Remembering kindness in the United States and affirming our commitment to fostering community and building resiliency through every day acts of kindness.
Bill HRES 1372June 24, 2026
To prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities who need long-term services and supports, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 9401June 24, 2026
To prohibit certain operations of remote control locomotives, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 9409June 24, 2026
Medicare Beneficiary Enrollment Improvement Act
Bill HR 5268January 11, 2023
Puerto Rico Statehood Admission Process Act
Bill HR 727January 11, 2023
State and Local Sales Tax Deduction Fairness Act of 2015
Bill HR 622January 11, 2023
Medicare Affordability and Enrollment Act of 2016
Bill HR 6109January 11, 2023
Helping Hospitals Improve Patient Care Act of 2016
Bill HR 5273January 11, 2023
Preventing Superbugs and Protecting Patients Act
Bill HR 4966January 11, 2023