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Bernard Sanders

Bernard Sanders

11/4/2024, 1:42 PM

Bernard Sanders Congressional Service

Bernard Sanders is a United States Congressman for the state of Vermont. Bernard currently serves as a Senator for the state of Vermont and has served a total of 17 terms in congress.

Bernard Sanders has participated in over 912 voting sessions, sponsored over 1098 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 7459 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders believes in creating an economy that works for all Americans, not just the wealthy few. He supports raising the minimum wage, increasing taxes on the wealthy, and investing in infrastructure to create jobs.


Agriculture

Liberal

Bernard Sanders advocates for family farms and sustainable agriculture practices. He supports policies that protect small farmers, promote organic farming, and ensure fair prices for agricultural products.


Immigration

Liberal

Bernard Sanders supports comprehensive immigration reform that provides a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, protects DREAMers, and addresses the root causes of migration.


Education

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders believes in making public colleges and universities tuition-free, reducing student loan debt, and investing in early childhood education. He also supports increasing teacher pay and expanding vocational training programs.


Energy

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders advocates for transitioning to renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, to combat climate change. He supports policies that reduce carbon emissions and create green jobs.


Climate change

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders views climate change as a global crisis that requires urgent action. He supports policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, invest in clean energy, and protect natural resources.


Healthcare

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders is a strong advocate for Medicare for All, which would provide universal healthcare coverage to all Americans. He believes that healthcare is a human right and supports policies to lower prescription drug prices.


Housing

Liberal

Bernard Sanders believes in affordable housing for all Americans. He supports policies to address homelessness, increase funding for public housing, and protect tenants' rights.


Transportation

Liberal

Bernard Sanders supports investing in public transportation infrastructure, such as trains and buses, to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. He also advocates for expanding access to affordable transportation options.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Bernard Sanders is a strong supporter of veterans and their families. He advocates for improving healthcare services for veterans, expanding mental health resources, and ensuring timely access to benefits.


Voting rights

Extremely liberal

Bernard Sanders believes in protecting and expanding voting rights for all Americans. He supports policies to make it easier to vote, such as automatic voter registration and early voting options.

Contact Bernard Sanders

Phone Number

(202) 224-5141


State

DC


City

Washington


Address

332 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510


Zip Code

20515

Comments

Latest Bills

RED TAPE Act
Bill S 148December 5, 2025
National Park System Long-Term Lease Investment Act
Bill HR 4931December 5, 2025
Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act
Bill S 2273December 5, 2025
GUARD Veterans’ Health Care Act
Bill HR 4077December 5, 2025
REMOVE Act
Bill HR 4711December 5, 2025
Wildfire Response and Preparedness Act of 2025
Bill S 902December 5, 2025
Mississippi River Basin Fishery Commission Act of 2025
Bill HR 1514December 5, 2025
Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act of 2025
Bill HR 2189December 5, 2025
Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025
Bill S 1321December 5, 2025
Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act
Bill S 2033December 5, 2025
An original resolution authorizing the President of the Senate to certify the report of the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate regarding the refusal of Dr. Ralph de la Torre to appear and testify before the Committee.
Bill SRES 837October 4, 2024
A resolution designating March 15, 2024, as "Long COVID Awareness Day".
Bill SRES 590March 26, 2024
A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Bill SRES 504January 22, 2024
An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Bill SRES 42December 15, 2023
A resolution supporting the nearly 150,000 United Auto Workers currently negotiating collective bargaining agreements with the "Big Three" automakers.
Bill SRES 412December 15, 2023
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.
Bill SRES 51February 20, 2025
A resolution designating the week of February 3 through 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week".
Bill SRES 50January 31, 2025
A resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".
Bill SRES 49January 31, 2025
A resolution condemning the pardons for individuals who were found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police Officers.
Bill SRES 42February 6, 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States, States, cities, Tribal nations, businesses, institutions of higher education, and other institutions in the United States should work toward achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Bill SRES 36January 29, 2025