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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

Space Exploration Research Act
Bill S 2351April 18, 2026
RED Tape Act
Bill HR 6398April 18, 2026
FENCES Act
Bill HR 6409April 18, 2026
A bill to extend section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 for 3 years.
Bill S 4344April 18, 2026
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that a Member of Congress convicted of certain felony offenses relating to sexual abuse shall not be eligible for retirement benefits based on that individual's Member service, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4343April 18, 2026
To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through April 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8322April 18, 2026
SAFER Transport Act
Bill HR 8267April 18, 2026
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025
Bill HR 4219April 18, 2026
To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow importation of polar bear trophies taken in sport hunts in Canada before the date the polar bear was determined to be a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.
Bill HR 6251April 18, 2026
Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act
Bill HR 7288April 18, 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