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Peter Fitzgerald
Peter Fitzgerald Congressional Service
Peter Fitzgerald is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Illinois. PETER served as a Senator for the state of Illinois and served a total of 3 terms in congress.
Peter Fitzgerald participated in over 29 voting sessions, sponsored over 442 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 536 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativePeter Fitzgerald focused on fiscal responsibility and reducing government spending. He supported tax cuts and measures that encourage economic growth through free-market principles.
Agriculture
ConservativeFitzgerald was an advocate for farmers, supporting subsidies and policies that benefit the agricultural sector, particularly in his home state.
Immigration
ConservativeHe supported tighter immigration controls, including stronger border security and stricter enforcement of immigration laws.
Education
ConservativeFitzgerald favored local control over education and supported school choice, including vouchers for private and charter schools.
Energy
ConservativeHis stance favored expanding domestic energy production, including oil and gas exploration, to reduce reliance on foreign sources.
Climate change
ConservativeFitzgerald showed limited support for environmental regulations, prioritizing economic growth over strict climate change measures.
Healthcare
ConservativeHe opposed expansive government involvement in healthcare, supporting market-based solutions and limited federal intervention.
Housing
ConservativeFitzgerald supported policies that encouraged home ownership through market-driven solutions and reduced government regulation.
Transportation
ConservativeHe supported investments in infrastructure improvements but emphasized the importance of cost-effective spending.
Veterans affairs
CentristFitzgerald advocated for strong support for veterans, emphasizing the need for efficient delivery of services and benefits.
Voting rights
ConservativeHe supported measures aimed at preventing voter fraud, including voter ID laws, while ensuring election integrity.