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Tom Latham

Tom Latham

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Tom Latham Congressional Service

Tom Latham is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Iowa. TOM served as a House Representative for the state of Iowa and served a total of 10 terms in congress.

Tom Latham participated in over 455 voting sessions, sponsored over 103 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1924 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative

Tom Latham generally supported fiscal policies focused on reducing taxes, decreasing government spending, and fostering a business-friendly environment. He advocated for tax cuts and was critical of government overreach in economic affairs.


Agriculture

Conservative

Latham, representing a state with significant agricultural interests, prioritized support for farmers, advocated for agricultural subsidies, and supported free trade agreements beneficial to U.S. agriculture.


Immigration

Conservative

Latham's stance on immigration included securing borders and enforcing existing immigration laws. He supported measures to enhance border security and was opposed to providing a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.


Education

Conservative

Latham favored local control over education policy and supported measures that increased accountability for schools. He was cautious about federal involvement in education and advocated for policies that encourage parental choice.


Energy

Conservative

Latham supported an all-of-the-above energy strategy, promoting the development of renewable energy sources while also advocating for traditional fossil fuel industries. He prioritized energy independence for the U.S.


Climate change

Conservative

Latham had a cautious approach to climate change regulation, often skeptical of policies he believed could harm economic growth. He generally opposed aggressive regulatory measures aimed at reducing carbon emissions.


Healthcare

Conservative

Latham opposed the Affordable Care Act and advocated for its repeal and replacement with a system that increased patient choice and reduced government involvement in healthcare.


Housing

Conservative

Latham supported homeownership incentives and policies that favored free-market solutions to housing issues. He was cautious about federal intervention in the housing market.


Transportation

Conservative

He promoted infrastructure development that supported economic growth, often emphasizing the need for efficient use of federal funds in transportation projects. He supported investments in highway infrastructure.


Veterans affairs

Conservative

Latham supported policies that aimed to improve healthcare services for veterans, ensuring timely access to benefits, and increasing funding for veterans' programs.


Voting rights

Conservative

Latham generally supported measures aimed at enhancing the integrity of the voting process, including voter ID requirements, while maintaining a focus on preventing voter fraud.

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Latest Bills

National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Improvements Act of 2025
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No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026
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Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026
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To reauthorize the Young Women’s Breast Health Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young Act of 2009.
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Stop Insider Trading Act
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
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Main Street Capital Access Act
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Education IRA Plus Act of 2001
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To authorize the Peace Corps Commemorative Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
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No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2014
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ABLE Act of 2014
Bill HR 647March 14, 2024
Paul D. Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Community Assistance, Research and Education Amendments of 2014
Bill HR 594March 14, 2024
To amend the Federal charter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to reflect the service of women in the Armed Forces of the United States.
Bill HR 5441March 14, 2024