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Thomas M. Barrett
Thomas M. Barrett Congressional Service
Thomas M. Barrett is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Wisconsin. THOMAS served as a House Representative for the state of Wisconsin and served a total of 5 terms in congress.
Thomas M. Barrett participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 50 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1687 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeThomas Barrett supports policies that encourage business growth and job creation through tax incentives and reduced regulations. He advocates for targeted subsidies in key industries to stimulate economic development.
Agriculture
CentristThomas Barrett promotes agricultural policies focused on supporting small farmers and increasing subsidies for sustainable practices. He is in favor of reducing tariffs that affect agricultural exports.
Immigration
CentristThomas Barrett supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes stronger border security and a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants who meet specific criteria.
Education
LiberalThomas Barrett advocates for increased federal funding for public schools and supports initiatives that improve STEM education. He also favors implementing more accountability measures for educational institutions.
Energy
CentristThomas Barrett supports expanding renewable energy sources and advocates for federal investments in solar and wind industries while maintaining a gradual transition from fossil fuels.
Climate change
LiberalThomas Barrett acknowledges the impacts of climate change and supports policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions through clean energy initiatives and international cooperation.
Healthcare
LiberalThomas Barrett supports a public option to increase healthcare accessibility and opposes efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act. He advocates for policies aimed at reducing prescription drug prices.
Housing
LiberalThomas Barrett promotes affordable housing initiatives, including increased federal funding for housing vouchers and development of low-income housing projects.
Transportation
CentristThomas Barrett supports upgrading the national infrastructure, emphasizing public transit expansion and improvements to roads and bridges. He advocates for federal investments in high-speed rail.
Veterans affairs
ConservativeThomas Barrett advocates for increased funding for veterans' healthcare services and supports policies that improve job training and educational opportunities for veterans.
Voting rights
LiberalThomas Barrett supports legislation that expands voting access, including mail-in voting and extended early voting periods. He is against measures that could act as barriers to voting.