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Al  Franken

Al Franken

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Al Franken Congressional Service

Al Franken is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Minnesota. Al served as a Senator for the state of Minnesota and served a total of 5 terms in congress.

Al Franken participated in over 117 voting sessions, sponsored over 277 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2019 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Al Franken supported measures aimed at protecting consumer rights and regulating financial institutions. He backed efforts to increase infrastructure spending to stimulate job growth.


Agriculture

Liberal

Franken advocated for policies benefiting family farmers and supported measures to enhance rural development and sustainable agriculture practices.


Immigration

Liberal

Franken supported comprehensive immigration reform that includes a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, increased border security, and reforms to the visa system.


Education

Liberal

He emphasized the importance of funding for public education and reducing student loan debt, advocating for measures to make higher education more affordable.


Energy

Liberal

Franken promoted investment in renewable energy and supported policies aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels to transition to cleaner energy sources.


Climate change

Liberal

He recognized climate change as a critical issue and supported legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions and investing in renewable energy solutions.


Healthcare

Liberal

Franken was a strong advocate for the Affordable Care Act and supported efforts to expand healthcare access and affordability, including public options.


Housing

Liberal

He focused on affordable housing initiatives and supported policies aimed at preventing foreclosures and assisting low-income families with housing needs.


Transportation

Liberal

Franken supported federal investment in infrastructure to improve transportation systems, with an emphasis on public transit and sustainable development.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

He advocated for improved veterans' benefits and healthcare, emphasizing the need for mental health services and job training programs for veterans.


Voting rights

Liberal

Franken supported measures to protect and expand voting rights, including opposing voter ID laws and advocating for increased access to voting.

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Latest Bills

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 19, 2026
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
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
Quicker Veterans Benefits Delivery Act of 2015
Bill S 666January 11, 2023
Mental Health in Schools Act of 2015
Bill S 1588January 11, 2023
Local Energy Supply and Resiliency Act of 2015
Bill S 1258January 11, 2023
Advancing Grid Storage Act of 2015
Bill S 1256January 11, 2023
American Energy Efficiency Act
Bill S 1063January 11, 2023
Toxic Exposure Research Act of 2015
Bill S 901January 11, 2023
Land and Water Conservation Authorization and Funding Act of 2015
Bill S 890January 11, 2023
A bill to establish a State residential building energy efficiency upgrades loan pilot program.
Bill S 878January 11, 2023
Honor America's Guard-Reserve Retirees Act of 2015
Bill S 743January 11, 2023
Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2015
Bill S 720January 11, 2023