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William S. Cohen
William S. Cohen Congressional Service
William S. Cohen is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Maine. WILLIAM served as a Senator for the state of Maine and served a total of 9 terms in congress.
William S. Cohen participated in over 5 voting sessions, sponsored over 558 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2954 individual bills.
Stance on Important Issues
Economy
ConservativeWilliam Cohen, a former Republican senator, supported free trade agreements and fiscal conservatism, advocating for policies that encourage economic growth and reduce government spending.
Agriculture
CentristWilliam Cohen generally supported policies that benefited agricultural trade and aimed at maintaining a balance between agricultural production and environmental regulation.
Immigration
CentristWilliam Cohen maintained a moderate position on immigration, supporting some measures for border security while also recognizing the need for immigration reform.
Education
CentristCohen supported efforts to improve education standards and accountability, advocating for federal support in education while respecting state control over education systems.
Energy
CentristCohen supported diversified energy policies, including the development of domestic energy resources and investment in technological innovation.
Climate change
CentristWilliam Cohen acknowledged the importance of addressing climate change, supporting policies that encourage environmental responsibility while considering economic impacts.
Healthcare
ConservativeCohen was generally supportive of market-based healthcare reforms, emphasizing the need to control costs and improve efficiency in the healthcare system.
Housing
CentristCohen advocated for policies that support affordable housing development and addressed the need for investment in housing infrastructure.
Transportation
CentristCohen supported infrastructure improvements and investment in modernization of transportation systems to enhance economic growth and connectivity.
Veterans affairs
CentristWilliam Cohen prioritized veterans' benefits and services, advocating for policies that ensure adequate support and healthcare for veterans.
Voting rights
CentristCohen supported measures aimed at ensuring fair and accessible voting processes, aligning with steps to protect electoral integrity.