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Solomon P. Ortiz

Solomon P. Ortiz

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Solomon P. Ortiz Congressional Service

Solomon P. Ortiz is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. SOLOMON served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 14 terms in congress.

Solomon P. Ortiz participated in over 67 voting sessions, sponsored over 117 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 3251 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Solomon Ortiz supported policies aimed at economic development and job creation, including infrastructure investment and trade policies that benefit American businesses.

Agriculture

Centrist

Ortiz advocated for support to local farmers and policies that ensured fair pricing and market access for agricultural products.

Immigration

Liberal

Ortiz generally supported comprehensive immigration reform that included a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

Education

Liberal

Ortiz prioritized federal support for public education and initiatives aimed at improving educational access and quality.

Energy

Centrist

Ortiz emphasized the importance of energy independence and supported a mix of traditional and renewable energy sources.

Climate change

Liberal

Ortiz recognized the importance of addressing climate change and supported federal investments in clean energy solutions.

Healthcare

Liberal

Ortiz supported expanding access to healthcare and backed legislation that aimed to improve affordability and coverage.

Housing

Liberal

Ortiz backed measures to ensure affordable housing and supported federal assistance programs for low-income families.

Transportation

Liberal

Ortiz supported investment in transportation infrastructure to enhance economic growth and improve public transit systems.

Veterans affairs

Liberal

Ortiz advocated for increased funding for veterans' services, including healthcare and education benefits.

Voting rights

Liberal

Ortiz supported measures to make voting more accessible and opposed policies that restricted voting rights.

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Solomon P. Ortiz's Latest Votes

Congress 111 Vote 966 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
FailedDecember 11, 2009
Congress 111 Vote 965 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
FailedDecember 11, 2009
Congress 110 Vote 581 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
Agreed toSeptember 10, 2008
Congress 110 Vote 426 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
Agreed toJune 19, 2008
Congress 110 Vote 359 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
Agreed toMay 22, 2008

Latest Bills

A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to maintain certain State and Tribal laws relating to hemp, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4315April 28, 2026
Baby Changing on Board Act
Bill S 71April 28, 2026
Federal and State Food Safety Information Sharing Act of 2026
Bill HR 8430April 28, 2026
To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow the transport, purchase, and sale of pelts of, and handicrafts, garments, and art produced from, Southcentral and Southeast Alaska northern sea otters that are taken for subsistence purposes.
Bill HR 8401April 28, 2026
Encouraging States to establish "Veterans Tax Relief Weekends" that coincide with Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day, providing a practical way for communities across the country to recognize the service of veterans and members of the Armed Forces by providing financial relief to them.
Bill HJRES 158April 28, 2026
To amend title 5, United States Code, to authorize the increase of the retirement age in the United States Capitol Police.
Bill HR 8364April 28, 2026
Clergy Act
Bill HR 227April 28, 2026
New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act
Bill HR 6431April 28, 2026
Ensuring Children Receive Support Act
Bill HR 6903April 28, 2026
Survivor Justice Tax Prevention Act
Bill HR 2347April 28, 2026
To designate a United States courthouse in Brownsville, Texas, as the "Garza-Vela United States Courthouse".
Bill HR 686October 3, 2024
To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Bill HR 2496October 3, 2024
Housing Bond and Credit Modernization and Fairness Act of 2001
Bill HR 951January 17, 2023
Mental Health Equitable Treatment Act of 2002
Bill HR 4066January 16, 2023
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the tax exempt status of death gratuity payments to members of the uniformed services.
Bill HR 3973January 16, 2023
National Aviation Capacity Expansion Act of 2002
Bill HR 3479January 16, 2023
Retired Pay Restoration Act of 2001
Bill HR 303January 16, 2023