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William H. Frist

William H. Frist

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

William H. Frist Congressional Service

William H. Frist is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Tennessee. WILLIAM served as a Senator for the state of Tennessee and served a total of 6 terms in congress.

William H. Frist participated in over 32 voting sessions, sponsored over 548 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 959 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative

William Frist advocated for tax cuts, fiscal responsibility, and reducing government spending to stimulate economic growth.


Agriculture

Conservative

Frist supported subsidies for farmers and advocated for policies beneficial to rural America, reflecting traditional GOP support for agricultural interests.


Immigration

Conservative

William Frist supported stronger border enforcement and measures to curb illegal immigration, including enhancing border security.


Education

Conservative

Frist emphasized accountability and performance standards in education, supporting measures like school choice and standardized testing.


Energy

Conservative

Frist supported increased domestic energy production, including oil and gas drilling, while promoting alternative energy research.


Climate change

Conservative

Frist acknowledged climate change but prioritized energy independence and economic factors over strict environmental regulations.


Healthcare

Conservative

As a physician, Frist supported market-based health care reforms, including health savings accounts and Medicare prescription drug coverage.


Housing

Conservative

Frist generally supported policies aimed at promoting homeownership and opposed excessive regulations on housing markets.


Transportation

Conservative

Frist supported investment in infrastructure, with a focus on modernizing roads and highways to support economic growth.


Veterans affairs

Conservative

Frist advocated for improving veterans' access to healthcare and benefits, emphasizing accountability in VA services.


Voting rights

Conservative

Frist supported measures that prioritized election integrity, such as requiring identification for voters, reflecting concerns about voter fraud.

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Latest Bills

To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through April 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8322April 19, 2026
Space Exploration Research Act
Bill S 2351April 18, 2026
RED Tape Act
Bill HR 6398April 18, 2026
FENCES Act
Bill HR 6409April 18, 2026
A bill to extend section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 for 3 years.
Bill S 4344April 18, 2026
A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that a Member of Congress convicted of certain felony offenses relating to sexual abuse shall not be eligible for retirement benefits based on that individual's Member service, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4343April 18, 2026
SAFER Transport Act
Bill HR 8267April 18, 2026
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025
Bill HR 4219April 18, 2026
To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow importation of polar bear trophies taken in sport hunts in Canada before the date the polar bear was determined to be a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.
Bill HR 6251April 18, 2026
Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act
Bill HR 7288April 18, 2026
Bioterrorism Preparedness Act of 2001
Bill S 1765August 15, 2021
Bioterrorism Preparedness Act of 2001
Bill S 1715January 16, 2023
Youth Drug and Mental Health Services Act
Bill S 976October 3, 2024
Federal Research Investment Act
Bill S 296October 3, 2024
Public Health Threats and Emergencies Act
Bill S 2731October 3, 2024
Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006
Bill S 2370December 15, 2023
A resolution designating the week beginning May 13, 2001, as "National Biotechnology Week".
Bill SRES 75January 16, 2023
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the release of twenty-four United States military personnel currently being detained by the People's Republic of China.
Bill SRES 66January 16, 2023
A resolution expressing support for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Bill SRES 292January 16, 2023
A resolution expressing solidarity with Israel in its fight against terrorism.
Bill SRES 247January 16, 2023