Peter Welch

Peter Welch

3/6/2025, 6:25 PM
Status
Active
State
Vermont
Last Reported Cash on Hand
$0.00
Date of Birth
1947-05-02
Gender
Male

Contact Information

Full Address
124 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Phone
(202) 224-4242
City
Washington
State
DC
Zip
20515

Party History

2007
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2007
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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal
Peter Welch supports measures aimed at improving infrastructure, increasing wages, and promoting job growth. He has advocated for fair tax policies and investing in middle-class families.

Agriculture

Liberal
Welch emphasizes supporting sustainable farming practices and providing assistance to small and organic farmers. He advocates for policies that protect farm workers and promote local food systems.

Immigration

Liberal
Welch supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protections for DACA recipients. He opposes strict immigration enforcement measures.

Education

Liberal
Welch advocates for increased federal funding for public education and reducing student loan debt. He supports initiatives to make college more affordable and accessible.

Energy

Liberal
Welch supports transitioning to renewable energy sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. He advocates for federal investments in clean energy technologies.

Climate change

Liberal
Welch sees climate change as a significant threat and supports aggressive actions to reduce carbon emissions. He backs international climate agreements and domestic policies aimed at environmental protection.

Healthcare

Liberal
Welch supports expanding access to healthcare through public options and improvements to the Affordable Care Act. He advocates for reducing prescription drug prices and expanding Medicare coverage.

Housing

Liberal
Welch promotes affordable housing initiatives and increased investment in public housing. He supports measures to prevent homelessness and provides assistance to low-income families.

Transportation

Liberal
Welch supports investment in public transportation infrastructure and improvements to roads and bridges. He advocates for policies that promote sustainability and reduce emissions.

Veterans affairs

Liberal
Welch advocates for improving healthcare services for veterans and increasing funding for veterans programs. He supports measures designed to ease veterans' transition to civilian life.

Voting rights

Liberal
Welch supports measures that protect and expand voting access, including reforms to combat voter suppression and improve election security.

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