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John P. Sarbanes

John P. Sarbanes

1/6/2025, 1:18 PM

John P. Sarbanes Congressional Service

John P. Sarbanes is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Maryland. John served as a House Representative for the state of Maryland and served a total of 9 terms in congress.

John P. Sarbanes participated in over 1220 voting sessions, sponsored over 105 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2251 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

John Sarbanes supports policies that promote economic growth, job creation, and income equality. He believes in investing in infrastructure, small businesses, and workforce development to strengthen the economy.


Agriculture

Liberal

John Sarbanes advocates for sustainable agriculture practices, supporting family farms, and ensuring food security for all Americans. He believes in protecting the environment and promoting healthy food options.


Immigration

Liberal

John Sarbanes supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, border security measures, and protections for DACA recipients. He believes in treating immigrants with dignity and respect.


Education

Liberal

John Sarbanes is a strong advocate for public education, supporting increased funding for schools, teacher pay raises, and access to higher education for all students. He believes in reducing student debt and improving educational outcomes.


Energy

Liberal

John Sarbanes is committed to transitioning to clean and renewable energy sources to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. He supports investments in green technology and energy efficiency.


Climate change

Liberal

John Sarbanes recognizes the urgent need to address climate change through policies that reduce carbon emissions, protect natural resources, and promote sustainability. He supports international cooperation to combat climate change.


Healthcare

Liberal

John Sarbanes is a strong supporter of expanding access to affordable healthcare, protecting pre-existing conditions, and lowering prescription drug costs. He believes in strengthening the Affordable Care Act and exploring options for universal healthcare.


Housing

Liberal

John Sarbanes advocates for affordable housing initiatives, addressing homelessness, and combating housing discrimination. He supports policies that promote fair housing practices and increase access to safe and affordable housing.


Transportation

Liberal

John Sarbanes supports investments in transportation infrastructure, including public transit, roads, and bridges. He believes in reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and promoting sustainable transportation options.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

John Sarbanes is committed to supporting veterans and their families by ensuring access to quality healthcare, mental health services, and educational opportunities. He advocates for improving the VA system and addressing veteran homelessness.


Voting rights

Liberal

John Sarbanes is a strong advocate for protecting and expanding voting rights, including measures to increase voter participation, combat voter suppression, and strengthen election security. He supports automatic voter registration and early voting options.

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Latest Bills

Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1383) to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
Bill HRES 1057February 12, 2026
Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act
Bill HR 3617February 12, 2026
Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025
Bill S 1383February 12, 2026
Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act
Bill HR 2189February 12, 2026
To amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit the Secretary of Commerce from prohibiting, or requiring any permit or other authorization for, the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have been authorized by a Federal or State agency
Bill HR 261February 12, 2026
Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026
Bill HR 7084February 12, 2026
A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its suppression of the right of Iranians to peacefully assemble.
Bill SRES 606February 12, 2026
A resolution denouncing statements by President Donald J. Trump that he may "nationalize," commandeer, or otherwise assume direct control over elections.
Bill SRES 605February 12, 2026
A resolution recognizing that it is the duty of the Federal Government to develop and implement a Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify the rights of transgender and nonbinary people under the law and ensure their access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security.
Bill SRES 604February 12, 2026
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the rules relating to inverted corporations.
Bill S 3847February 12, 2026
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase data transparency for supplemental benefits under Medicare Advantage.
Bill HR 5380January 6, 2025
Condemning rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel.
Bill HRES 966February 16, 2024
Expressing support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan.
Bill HRES 901July 9, 2024
Expressing support for the designation of October 28 as "Oxi Day" to commemorate the anniversary of Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas' answer of "Oxi!" or "No!" to surrender to the Axis forces, inflicting a fatal wound that helped save democracy for the world.
Bill HRES 820December 15, 2023
Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.
Bill HRES 793December 15, 2023