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Jim Turner
Jim Turner Congressional Service
Jim Turner is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. JIM served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 4 terms in congress.
Jim Turner participated in over 22 voting sessions, sponsored over 33 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 858 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeJim Turner has historically supported policies that focus on fiscal responsibility and balanced budgets, emphasizing the importance of reducing the national deficit.
Agriculture
CentristTurner has advocated for supporting local farmers through subsidies and grants to promote sustainable farming practices.
Immigration
CentristTurner supported immigration reforms that focus on strengthening border security while also providing pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants under certain conditions.
Education
LiberalJim Turner has emphasized the need for increased federal funding in public education, advocating for equal opportunities for underserved communities.
Energy
CentristTurner has supported a diverse energy policy that includes both renewable energy sources and traditional fossil fuels.
Climate change
LiberalHe has recognized climate change as a critical issue, advocating for measures to reduce carbon emissions and investing in clean energy technologies.
Healthcare
LiberalTurner has backed expanding access to affordable healthcare, showing support for reforms to enhance coverage and reduce costs.
Housing
LiberalHe has advocated for increased investment in affordable housing projects and initiatives to address housing inequality.
Transportation
CentristTurner supports infrastructure improvements and investments in public transportation to enhance connectivity and economic growth.
Veterans affairs
CentristTurner prioritizes robust support for veterans, including improving healthcare services, job training programs, and mental health resources.
Voting rights
LiberalHe strongly supports measures to protect and expand voting rights, opposing laws that he views as restrictive.