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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 make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Bill HR 5174September 8, 2026
Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act
Bill HR 9330September 8, 2026
Common Cents Act
Bill S 1525September 8, 2026
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Bill HR 6500September 8, 2026
Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Clarification Act
Bill HR 6021September 8, 2026
Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act
Bill HR 7487September 6, 2026
To redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".
Bill HR 1693September 6, 2026
Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026
Bill HR 1869September 6, 2026
Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025
Bill HR 726September 5, 2026
Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025
Bill HR 741September 5, 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