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John E. Sweeney
John E. Sweeney Congressional Service
John E. Sweeney is a retired United States Congressman for the state of New York. JOHN served as a House Representative for the state of New York and served a total of 4 terms in congress.
John E. Sweeney participated in over 36 voting sessions, sponsored over 134 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 869 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeJohn Sweeney has generally supported policies that favor tax cuts and deregulation to stimulate economic growth. He has advocated for reducing government intervention in the market.
Agriculture
ConservativeJohn Sweeney has backed subsidies and support programs for farmers, emphasizing the importance of the agricultural sector to the national economy and advocating for protection against foreign competition.
Immigration
ConservativeSweeney has supported stricter immigration controls and policies designed to secure the borders, prioritizing legal immigration and enforcement of existing laws.
Education
ConservativeSweeney has shown support for school choice initiatives, including vouchers and charter schools, and has advocated for reduced federal involvement in local education systems.
Energy
ConservativeJohn Sweeney has supported increased domestic energy production, including oil, natural gas, and coal, while opposing excessive regulatory restrictions on energy industries.
Climate change
ConservativeSweeney has expressed skepticism about the severity of human impact on climate change, often opposing aggressive regulatory measures aimed at reducing carbon emissions.
Healthcare
ConservativeSweeney has advocated for market-based solutions to healthcare, including expanding health savings accounts and reducing government involvement in healthcare provision.
Housing
ConservativeHe has supported policies aimed at reducing regulatory barriers to housing development and promoting homeownership through tax incentives.
Transportation
ConservativeSweeney has favored maintaining and improving infrastructure through public-private partnerships, focusing on efficient use of federal funds.
Veterans affairs
ConservativeSweeney has consistently supported increasing funding and resources for veterans' healthcare and benefits, advocating for improved services and accountability within the VA system.
Voting rights
ConservativeHe has advocated for measures such as voter ID laws, emphasizing the need to protect the integrity of the electoral process.