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Ruben Hinojosa

Ruben Hinojosa

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Ruben Hinojosa Congressional Service

Ruben Hinojosa is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. RUBEN served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 10 terms in congress.

Ruben Hinojosa participated in over 504 voting sessions, sponsored over 108 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 3231 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Ruben Hinojosa focused on supporting small businesses and increasing access to capital for entrepreneurs. He advocated for economic policies that would benefit low and middle-income families.


Agriculture

Centrist

Hinojosa supported agricultural policies that aimed to benefit farmers in his district, emphasizing the importance of sustainable farming practices.


Immigration

Liberal

He was a proponent of comprehensive immigration reform, which included pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and improved border security.


Education

Liberal

Hinojosa prioritized increasing funding for public education and supported legislation to make college more affordable, particularly for minority and low-income students.


Energy

Centrist

He supported a balanced approach to energy policy, including investments in renewable energy while also considering the needs of traditional energy sectors.


Climate change

Liberal

Hinojosa recognized the importance of addressing climate change and backed measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and invest in renewable energy.


Healthcare

Liberal

He supported the Affordable Care Act and efforts to expand healthcare access and affordability for all Americans.


Housing

Liberal

Hinojosa backed policies aimed at increasing affordable housing and supporting first-time homebuyers, particularly in underserved areas.


Transportation

Liberal

He supported infrastructure investment to improve transportation systems and enhance connectivity in underserved regions.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Hinojosa advocated for increased funding for veterans' healthcare and benefits, emphasizing the need to support veterans' reintegration into civilian life.


Voting rights

Liberal

He supported measures to expand voting rights and access, including opposing laws perceived to suppress voter turnout.

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Latest Bills

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2026, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".
Bill SCONRES 28March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Cameroon's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act 1961.
Bill SRES 637March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Guatemala's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 636March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Kosovo's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 635March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Equatorial Guinea's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 634March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Honduras's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 633March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Ghana's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 632March 11, 2026
A resolution requesting information on the Republic of Uzbekistan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 631March 11, 2026
A resolution honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing condolences to their families.
Bill SRES 630March 11, 2026
Respect for Local Communities Act
Bill HR 7652March 11, 2026
North American Development Bank General Capital Increase Authorization Act of 2016
Bill HR 4834January 11, 2023
Express Appeals Act
Bill HR 800January 11, 2023
Puerto Rico Statehood Admission Process Act
Bill HR 727January 11, 2023
Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2015
Bill HR 721January 11, 2023
To adapt to changing crude oil market conditions.
Bill HR 702January 11, 2023
Rural Hospital Access Act of 2015
Bill HR 663January 11, 2023