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Ray LaHood
Ray LaHood Congressional Service
Ray LaHood is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Illinois. RAY served as a House Representative for the state of Illinois and served a total of 7 terms in congress.
Ray LaHood participated in over 65 voting sessions, sponsored over 103 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1800 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
CentristRay LaHood has generally supported policies aimed at stimulating economic growth through infrastructure development and investment. As a former Secretary of Transportation, he advocated for modernization of the transportation infrastructure as a means to boost the economy.
Agriculture
ConservativeRay LaHood, representing a district with significant agricultural activity, tended to support agricultural subsidies and policies that benefit farmers, such as crop insurance programs.
Immigration
CentristWhile in Congress, Ray LaHood generally supported stronger border security measures, alongside a need for comprehensive immigration reform that balances enforcement with pathways to citizenship.
Education
CentristLaHood has supported federal funding for public education and endorsed policies that enhance educational infrastructure, promoting both accountability and resource allocation to schools.
Energy
CentristRay LaHood has supported a diverse approach to energy policy that includes traditional energy production and the development of renewable energy sources to ensure energy independence and sustainability.
Climate change
CentristLaHood has acknowledged the importance of addressing climate change and supported measures to reduce emissions through improvements in transportation efficiency and investments in sustainable infrastructure.
Healthcare
CentristRay LaHood's stance on healthcare involved supporting reforms to improve efficiency and affordability, with an emphasis on maintaining Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Housing
CentristLaHood favored policies that support housing development and infrastructure improvements as a means to enhance community living standards and economic development.
Transportation
CentristAs Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood was an advocate for significant investments in transportation infrastructure, emphasizing the repair and modernization of roads, bridges, and public transit systems.
Veterans affairs
CentristRay LaHood supported initiatives that improve the quality of care and benefits for veterans, including measures aimed at ensuring timely access to healthcare and support services.
Voting rights
CentristWhile there is limited detailed information on Ray LaHood's specific actions regarding voting rights, his general legislative approach favored maintaining integrity while ensuring accessibility in the voting process.