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John W. Olver

John W. Olver

2/28/2023, 6:39 PM

John W. Olver Congressional Service

John W. Olver is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Massachusetts. JOHN served as a House Representative for the state of Massachusetts and served a total of 11 terms in congress.

John W. Olver participated in over 190 voting sessions, sponsored over 62 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 3742 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

John Olver supported measures to increase government spending on public infrastructure, transportation projects, and social services, as a means to stimulate economic growth and job creation.


Agriculture

Liberal

Olver advocated for sustainable agricultural practices and supported federal subsidies for small and family-owned farms, emphasizing environmental conservation.


Immigration

Liberal

He supported comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and improved border security.


Education

Liberal

Olver promoted increased funding for public education, including support for higher education affordability and improving K-12 education standards.


Energy

Liberal

He prioritized the development of renewable energy sources and supported government incentives for clean energy technologies.


Climate change

Liberal

Olver was an advocate for policies addressing climate change, including legislation for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and investing in climate research.


Healthcare

Liberal

John Olver supported the expansion of healthcare coverage and the Affordable Care Act, advocating for increased access to healthcare services.


Housing

Liberal

He supported affordable housing initiatives and federal programs aimed at reducing homelessness and increasing housing availability.


Transportation

Liberal

Olver backed funding for public transportation systems and infrastructure improvement projects across the United States.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

He advocated for improving veterans' healthcare services and increasing funding for veterans' benefits and support programs.


Voting rights

Liberal

Olver supported legislation aimed at protecting and expanding voting rights, including opposition to restrictive voter ID laws.

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Latest Bills

Reorganizing Government Act of 2025
Bill HR 1295February 14, 2026
ELO Realignment and Strategic Engagement Reform Act of 2026
Bill HR 7574February 14, 2026
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Bill HR 7567February 14, 2026
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives and honoring the memory of the victims of the mass shooting in Aurora, Illinois, on February 15, 2019.
Bill HRES 1066February 14, 2026
Condemning and censuring President Donald Trump.
Bill HRES 1065February 14, 2026
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude automobiles from being treated as collectibles for purposes of capital gains tax, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7582February 14, 2026
To allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families.
Bill HR 7531February 14, 2026
To address the needs of workers in industries likely to be impacted by rapidly evolving technologies.
Bill HR 7585February 14, 2026
To amend the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 with respect to the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program and the sustainability of such program, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7571February 14, 2026
Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".
Bill HRES 1063February 14, 2026
Housing Bond and Credit Modernization and Fairness Act of 2001
Bill HR 951January 17, 2023
Global Democracy Promotion Act of 2001
Bill HR 755January 16, 2023
Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2001
Bill HR 665January 16, 2023
Economic Security and Worker Assistance Act of 2002
Bill HR 622January 16, 2023
Dylan Lee James Act
Bill HR 600January 16, 2023