Richard C. Shelby

Richard C. Shelby

1/26/2023, 4:10 PM
Status
Inactive
State
Alabama
Last Reported Cash on Hand
$0.00
Date of Birth
1934-05-06
Gender
Male

Contact Information

Party History

1979
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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative
Richard Shelby has generally supported policies aimed at reducing government regulation and taxation, promoting business growth, and encouraging free markets.

Agriculture

Conservative
Shelby has consistently advocated for federal support for farmers, including subsidies and programs that benefit agricultural development, especially those impacting Alabama's farming community.

Immigration

Conservative
Shelby has frequently supported measures to strengthen border security and has opposed policies seen as granting amnesty to undocumented immigrants.

Education

Conservative
Shelby has called for increased local control of schools and supported funding for higher education institutions, particularly those in Alabama.

Energy

Conservative
He has supported expanding domestic energy production, including oil drilling and fossil fuel extraction, while also backing research into alternative energy sources.

Climate change

Conservative
Shelby has often expressed skepticism about climate change regulatory policies that may impose economic burdens, favoring a balanced approach that includes fossil fuel interests.

Healthcare

Conservative
He has opposed the Affordable Care Act and supported efforts to repeal it, advocating for market-based solutions to healthcare issues.

Housing

Conservative
Shelby has focused on financial sector regulation related to housing, emphasizing stability and oversight to prevent crises like the 2008 financial collapse.

Transportation

Conservative
He has supported robust federal investment in infrastructure, including highways, airports, and ports, recognizing their importance to economic development.

Veterans affairs

Conservative
Shelby has consistently advocated for increased funding and resources for veterans, emphasizing healthcare, education, and job training support.

Voting rights

Conservative
He has generally opposed measures that are perceived to increase federal oversight of state election laws, advocating instead for state control over voting regulations.

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