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Thomas J. Manton

Thomas J. Manton

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Thomas J. Manton Congressional Service

Thomas J. Manton is a retired United States Congressman for the state of New York. THOMAS served as a House Representative for the state of New York and served a total of 7 terms in congress.

Thomas J. Manton participated in over 0 voting sessions, sponsored over 84 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2709 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Centrist

Thomas Manton generally supported balanced budgets and measures to control federal spending, while backing initiatives that stimulate job growth and economic stability.


Agriculture

Centrist

Though not heavily focused on agricultural policy, Manton generally supported initiatives that benefited local farmers and promoted sustainable agricultural practices.


Immigration

Liberal

Manton supported immigration reform that included securing borders while providing a pathway to citizenship for certain undocumented immigrants.


Education

Liberal

Manton backed federal funding increases for public education and supported programs aimed at reducing educational disparities.


Energy

Centrist

He supported the development of renewable energy sources while balancing traditional energy needs as part of a comprehensive energy policy.


Climate change

Liberal

Manton recognized climate change as a significant issue and advocated for policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect the environment.


Healthcare

Liberal

Manton endorsed expanding access to affordable healthcare and supported government programs that aimed to provide coverage to uninsured individuals.


Housing

Liberal

He advocated for increased funding for affordable housing and supported policies that aimed at reducing homelessness.


Transportation

Centrist

Manton supported infrastructure improvements and funding for public transit systems to enhance transportation accessibility and efficiency.


Veterans affairs

Centrist

He was committed to improving veterans' healthcare services and supported legislation that provided benefits and assistance to veterans and their families.


Voting rights

Liberal

Manton advocated for measures that ensured broader access to voting and opposed restrictions that could suppress voter turnout.

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Latest Bills

Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act
Bill HR 8029March 25, 2026
To ensure the passenger security fee paid by airline passengers is used exclusively for aviation security, establish a Transportation Security Trust Fund to support the operations and personnel of the Transportation Security Administration, and ensure continuity of aviation security operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7941March 25, 2026
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
Bill HR 3377March 25, 2026
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor during the Vietnam War, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7211March 25, 2026
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Bill HRES 1131March 25, 2026
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security.
Bill HRES 1128March 25, 2026
Make the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Act of 2026
Bill HR 5103March 25, 2026
Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026
Bill HR 7084March 25, 2026
Guidance Clarity Act of 2025
Bill HR 2409March 25, 2026
TECH Act
Bill HR 8051March 25, 2026
Silvio O. Conte Disabilities Prevention Act
Bill HR 2204January 19, 2023
Injury Prevention and Control Amendments of 1993
Bill HR 2201January 19, 2023
Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act of 1993
Bill HR 2134January 19, 2023
Violence Against Women Act of 1993
Bill HR 1133June 2, 2021