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Leonard L. Boswell
Leonard L. Boswell Congressional Service
Leonard L. Boswell is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Iowa. LEONARD served as a House Representative for the state of Iowa and served a total of 8 terms in congress.
Leonard L. Boswell participated in over 190 voting sessions, sponsored over 106 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2273 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
CentristLeonard Boswell supported economic policies that focused on middle-class growth and fiscal responsibility. He advocated for tax cuts for the middle class and small businesses while ensuring corporate accountability.
Agriculture
CentristAs a representative from Iowa, Boswell strongly supported agricultural interests. He promoted subsidies for farmers and was involved in legislation supporting biofuels and rural development.
Immigration
CentristBoswell took a moderate approach to immigration, supporting stronger border security while also advocating for pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants under certain conditions.
Education
LiberalBoswell supported increased funding for public education and efforts to make college more affordable. He advocated for federal support of local educational initiatives.
Energy
CentristHe supported a diverse energy portfolio that included renewable sources like wind and biofuels, alongside traditional energy methods, to ensure economic and environmental stability.
Climate change
LiberalBoswell recognized the importance of addressing climate change and supported measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while advancing renewable energy technology.
Healthcare
LiberalHe was a proponent of expanding access to healthcare services and supported the Affordable Care Act as a way to decrease the number of uninsured Americans.
Housing
LiberalBoswell supported policies that aimed to increase affordable housing and provide assistance for struggling homeowners, including measures to prevent foreclosures.
Transportation
CentristHe advocated for investment in infrastructure improvements, including highways and public transportation, to promote economic growth and connectivity.
Veterans affairs
LiberalBoswell, a veteran himself, consistently pushed for better healthcare services, benefits, and support systems for veterans and their families.
Voting rights
LiberalHe supported measures to protect and expand voting rights, advocating for policies that made voting more accessible to all citizens.