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Phillip Burton

Phillip Burton

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Phillip Burton Congressional Service

Phillip Burton is a retired United States Congressman for the state of California. PHILLIP served as a House Representative for the state of California and served a total of 1 term in congress.

Phillip Burton participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 468 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 911 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Phillip Burton supported progressive taxation and increased government spending to boost economic growth and support social programs.

Agriculture

Liberal

Phillip Burton advocated for policies that supported farmers through subsidies and aimed to improve agricultural infrastructure.

Immigration

Extremely liberal

Phillip Burton was known for supporting immigrant rights and policies that aimed to reform immigration laws to be more inclusive.

Education

Liberal

Phillip Burton promoted increased federal funding for public education and initiatives to reduce disparities in educational opportunities.

Energy

Liberal

Phillip Burton supported the development of renewable energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Climate change

Liberal

Phillip Burton recognized climate change as a critical issue and supported legislative measures aimed at environmental protection and conservation.

Healthcare

Liberal

Phillip Burton was an advocate for healthcare reforms aimed at increasing access to medical services for all citizens.

Housing

Liberal

Phillip Burton supported affordable housing initiatives and policies aimed at alleviating urban housing shortages.

Transportation

Liberal

Phillip Burton backed federal investment in public transportation and infrastructure development to enhance national connectivity.

Veterans affairs

Liberal

Phillip Burton pushed for improved veterans' benefits and access to healthcare services for former military personnel.

Voting rights

Extremely liberal

Phillip Burton was a strong proponent for expanding voting rights and opposed any measures that would restrict them.

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Latest Bills

Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8469May 16, 2026
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Bill HR 8845May 16, 2026
LIFT Act
Bill HR 8864May 16, 2026
Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act
Bill HR 8859May 16, 2026
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
Bill HR 8863May 16, 2026
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2026, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.
Bill HRES 1295May 16, 2026
To amend title 18, United States, to include property damage in acts that constitute domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8843May 16, 2026
CRUISE Act
Bill HR 7083May 16, 2026
To allow Americans to sue federal officials for constitutional violations of voting rights and election law.
Bill HR 8858May 16, 2026
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Charter Schools Week", to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.
Bill HRES 1298May 16, 2026
A bill to amend the act of October 27, 1972, establishing the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco and Marin Counties, Calif., and for other purposes.
Bill HR 10834July 3, 2024