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Jennifer Wexton's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • Rated 100% by NARAL Pro-Choice America. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "If true, this opinion would be an all-out assault on a woman’s right to make choices about her own reproductive health. I'm doing everything in my power to fight for the right to have an abortion, which is why I’ve voted to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act." (twitter.com)
  • ""The right to a safe and legal abortion is under attack as never before. State legislatures across the country are eagerly advancing efforts to control a woman's freedom to make decisions about her own reproductive health," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The Women's Health Protection Act that we passed today defends the right to choose and empowers legal challenges against the most restrictive abortion laws in the country, like in Texas and Mississippi."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3755 "Women's Health Protection Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "If true, this opinion would be an all-out assault on a woman’s right to make choices about her own reproductive health. I'm doing everything in my power to fight for the right to have an abortion, which is why I’ve voted to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act." (twitter.com)
  • "The right to a safe and legal abortion is under attack as never before. State legislatures across the country are eagerly advancing efforts to control a woman's freedom to make decisions about her own reproductive health," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The Women's Health Protection Act that we passed today defends the right to choose and empowers legal challenges against the most restrictive abortion laws in the country, like in Texas and Mississippi." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 610 "Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""Our Build Back Better Act will lighten the financial burdens that have weighed extra heavy on families during the pandemic and keep our economy on a path to a strong and full recovery," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The transformative policies that we're delivering in this legislation -- universal pre-K, affordable child care, and lower cost health care and prescription drugs -- will lower day-to-day costs for Virginians and help set our kids up for a bright future. I'll continue fighting for the issues most important to Virginia families as this crucial legislation moves through Congress."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to Administrator Verma: "Millions of seniors depend on Medicare Advantage plans to provide comprehensive, affordable health care as they age. In 2020, average premiums are expected to decline by 14 percent to their lowest point in the last 13 years while enrollment is projected to increase to more than 24 million.[2] Further, the average number of plan choices has continued to increase; in 2020, 93 percent of individuals on Medicare have access to a Medicare Advantage plan that includes prescription drug coverage for no additional premium.[3]" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Our Build Back Better Act will lighten the financial burdens that have weighed extra heavy on families during the pandemic and keep our economy on a path to a strong and full recovery," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The transformative policies that we're delivering in this legislation -- universal pre-K, affordable child care, and lower cost health care and prescription drugs -- will lower day-to-day costs for Virginians and help set our kids up for a bright future. I'll continue fighting for the issues most important to Virginia families as this crucial legislation moves through Congress." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Today's historic passage of the For the People Act is a watershed moment for our democracy. This legislation will ensure clean and fair elections, end the dominance of dark money in politics, and make certain that public officials work for the public interest. I'm proud to have cosponsored H.R.1. This reform package will make government work for the people again." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""At a time when the right to vote is under attack, we are pushing forward with landmark reforms to expand voting rights and fight back against corruption," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Combatting voter suppression and gerrymandering, as well as enacting automatic voter registration, will tear down barriers meant to suppress Americans from participating in our democracy. The For the People Act would also be the the most consequential anti-corruption legislation since Watergate, cracking down on special interests and improving transparency and accountability in our politics. With these reforms, we are taking steps closer to achieving a government that more fully lives up to its promise of being of, by, and for the people."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "In Congress, Jennifer will fight against attempts to suppress access to the ballot box. She will vote to end racial and partisan gerrymandering, expand early voting, make Election Day a federal holiday, and reform our broken campaign finance system that benefits only special interests at the expense of normal citizens. Jennifer also supports sanctioning Russia for its interference in our 2016 elections, and taking active measures to dissuade future attempts to tamper with our electoral process." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "At a time when the right to vote is under attack, we are pushing forward with landmark reforms to expand voting rights and fight back against corruption," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Combatting voter suppression and gerrymandering, as well as enacting automatic voter registration, will tear down barriers meant to suppress Americans from participating in our democracy. The For the People Act would also be the the most consequential anti-corruption legislation since Watergate, cracking down on special interests and improving transparency and accountability in our politics. With these reforms, we are taking steps closer to achieving a government that more fully lives up to its promise of being of, by, and for the people." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""Americans -- led mostly by young people -- in all 50 states and every part of my district have taken to the streets to demand change," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act is an answer to their once-in-a-generation call to action. This bill would bring real oversight, accountability, and transparency to excessive and discriminatory policing practices that have disproportionately affected Black Americans. I know that our work doesn't end here -- I'm hopeful that the energy behind this historic moment will sustain itself as a lasting movement for racial justice in all aspects of our society."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""The Justice in Policing Act would bring real oversight, accountability, and transparency to our policing system and enact sweeping racial justice reforms," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. " As a former prosecutor, I know that for too long our criminal justice system has not been an equal justice system, and Black Americans have suffered disproportionate outcomes due to discrimination which dates back to our nation's founding. I will continue working for concrete solutions to address the systemic racial injustice in all parts of our society."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "Americans -- led mostly by young people -- in all 50 states and every part of my district have taken to the streets to demand change," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act is an answer to their once-in-a-generation call to action. This bill would bring real oversight, accountability, and transparency to excessive and discriminatory policing practices that have disproportionately affected Black Americans. I know that our work doesn't end here -- I'm hopeful that the energy behind this historic moment will sustain itself as a lasting movement for racial justice in all aspects of our society." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Justice in Policing Act would bring real oversight, accountability, and transparency to our policing system and enact sweeping racial justice reforms," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. " As a former prosecutor, I know that for too long our criminal justice system has not been an equal justice system, and Black Americans have suffered disproportionate outcomes due to discrimination which dates back to our nation's founding. I will continue working for concrete solutions to address the systemic racial injustice in all parts of our society." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The NDAA delivers new support systems for servicemembers and military families, while making critical investments in technological innovation and global partnerships to position the U.S. to take on the national security challenges of today's world." (twitter.com)
  • ""This year's bipartisan defense authorization bill invests in our servicemembers who are the core of our national security," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "We're delivering important new support systems for military families, long-overdue reforms to the military justice system to stand with survivors of sexual assault, and improved health care and mental health services for those who are serving our country. The investments we're making in technological innovation and strategic global partnerships will help position us well to take on the security challenges of today's world."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""This year's defense authorization is an important bipartisan measure to strengthen our security and meet the needs of those serving our country, including key priorities for Virginia and constituents of the 10th District," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "This legislation supports Americans in uniform with a 3% pay raise, ensures our country is better prepared to confront today's national security challenges, and advances American leadership across the globe. I'm proud to have authored provisions to analyze foreign disinformation campaigns on social media, target Uyghur forced labor, modernize FinCEN's national security mission, protect hard-earned benefits of our federal workers, and help support sexual assault survivors in the military."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022." (votesmart.org)
  • "This year's bipartisan defense authorization bill invests in our servicemembers who are the core of our national security," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "We're delivering important new support systems for military families, long-overdue reforms to the military justice system to stand with survivors of sexual assault, and improved health care and mental health services for those who are serving our country. The investments we're making in technological innovation and strategic global partnerships will help position us well to take on the security challenges of today's world." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This year's defense authorization is an important bipartisan measure to strengthen our security and meet the needs of those serving our country, including key priorities for Virginia and constituents of the 10th District," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "This legislation supports Americans in uniform with a 3% pay raise, ensures our country is better prepared to confront today's national security challenges, and advances American leadership across the globe. I'm proud to have authored provisions to analyze foreign disinformation campaigns on social media, target Uyghur forced labor, modernize FinCEN's national security mission, protect hard-earned benefits of our federal workers, and help support sexual assault survivors in the military." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""Our airports are key drivers of the local economy and support jobs for thousands of Virginians across the Commonwealth," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "I'm proud that this new federal funding will make it possible for local airports to make operational upgrades, renovations, and safety improvements, and I look forward to seeing the ways that this historic investment benefits our region."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""This appropriations package invests in children and families, laying the groundwork for a strong and equitable recovery that meets the needs of every American family," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I've been a proud advocate for Virginia's priorities and community projects that will improve our district's infrastructure and transportation, community services, and workforce development. The federal support in this legislation will rebuild Virginia-10 roads and bridges, deliver robust support to our schools, support jobs and small businesses, and so much more."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Build Back Better Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Our airports are key drivers of the local economy and support jobs for thousands of Virginians across the Commonwealth," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "I'm proud that this new federal funding will make it possible for local airports to make operational upgrades, renovations, and safety improvements, and I look forward to seeing the ways that this historic investment benefits our region." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This appropriations package invests in children and families, laying the groundwork for a strong and equitable recovery that meets the needs of every American family," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I've been a proud advocate for Virginia's priorities and community projects that will improve our district's infrastructure and transportation, community services, and workforce development. The federal support in this legislation will rebuild Virginia-10 roads and bridges, deliver robust support to our schools, support jobs and small businesses, and so much more." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""This emergency funding will deliver critical relief for Virginia's small businesses and supply our frontline health care workers with resources they need to combat this virus," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "While overdue and necessary -- this legislation doesn't do nearly enough to address the challenges facing our communities. Small businesses need better access to funding, families need more direct assistance, and states and localities are in desperate need of money in order to prevent cuts to essential services. If our goal is to save lives and livelihoods, Congress must move with greater urgency and with working families in mind."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "This emergency funding will deliver critical relief for Virginia's small businesses and supply our frontline health care workers with resources they need to combat this virus," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "While overdue and necessary -- this legislation doesn't do nearly enough to address the challenges facing our communities. Small businesses need better access to funding, families need more direct assistance, and states and localities are in desperate need of money in order to prevent cuts to essential services. If our goal is to save lives and livelihoods, Congress must move with greater urgency and with working families in mind." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I'm proud of my vote to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, a major piece of legislation that will lower health care and prescription drug costs, make the largest investment in our history to combat climate change, and fight inflation while reducing the deficit," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Tackling rising costs has been a top priority for me this Congress, and I'm proud we're delivering on longstanding priorities that will help Virginians without raising taxes on working families. With this bill now finally across the finish line, I'm excited for the benefits it will bring all Virginians for many years to come." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I was proud to pass our landmark Inflation Reduction Act which will save families money on everyday costs, reduce the deficit and ease inflation, and finally make big corporations pay their fair share and crack down on ultra-wealthy tax cheats." (jenniferwexton.com)
  • Signed Letter to President Biden: "During the COVID-19 pandemic, the child care industry has faced numerous and steep challenges in their work to adequately serve the population most affected by the pandemic. Families were forced to choose between staying home to care for their children or returning to the workforce and relying on inefficient or scarce alternatives. Furthermore, as inflationary pressures increase and families face rising child care prices, this proposal will allow parents, families, and child care workers to offset part of that burden. The funding will allow those parents who have been unable to rejoin the workforce an opportunity to continue their careers, make sure that their children are adequately cared for, and support the existing child care workforce." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Despite exhaustive research, Vote Smart was unable to find information about this candidate's position.
  • "Every American deserves equal access to the ballot box," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "I'm proud to vote to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore critical safeguards against voter discrimination and suppression that were gutted by the Supreme Court's Shelby County v. Holder decision. At a time when the right to vote is under attack by restrictive voting laws being passed in state legislatures across the country, we need H.R. 4 to fight back and protect the right to vote." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The right to vote is one of the most basic tenets of our democracy, and Jennifer believes that we need to make it easier, not harder, for people to vote. In the State Senate, she sponsored and voted for legislation to end gerrymandering, allow easier access to the polls, expand absentee voting options, and add more options for the acceptable forms of voter identification. She has consistently opposed voter suppression tactics by Republicans and she has consistently spoken out against the Republican myth of extensive voter fraud." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5746 "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Jennifer believes we need to be good stewards of the environment and that we must protect our land, air, and water for our children and future generations. Climate change and sea level rise are real threats to Virginia and our nation, and Jennifer knows we must take active steps to address them. In the State Senate, she has been a strong advocate for renewable energy and our environment. Jennifer sponsored legislation that would expand consumers' access to community solar energy, mandate quicker reporting on hazardous spills in Virginia waterways, and broaden the powers of the Department of Environmental Quality to go after polluters and stop construction of natural gas pipelines when they are adversely affecting our environment." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to Speaker Pelosi: "The clean energy industry, which includes renewable energy, clean vehicles, energy efficiency, and energy storage, is an integral and broad part of the American economy. Before the current crisis, this sector employed 3.4 million people, two thirds of whom worked at companies with less than 20 employees. These were blue-collar and white-collar jobs in every state of the country. Over the past five years, this sector grew at a rate that is 70% higher than the national average, particularly in states such as California, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Michigan, North Carolina, and Ohio." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Today I joined over 160 of my colleagues to advocate for clean energy tax policies. These policies, like extending tax credits for offshore wind, will continue to incentivize investment in renewable energy and bring green jobs to our commonwealth." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4447 "Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act of 2019." (votesmart.org)
  • ""Every American deserves to have clean drinking water and a healthy environment to live in," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "PFAS chemicals are an urgent threat to public health, and, after years of inaction from the EPA and the industries responsible for PFAS contamination, Congress is stepping in to keep our communities safe. With this legislation we are taking long overdue action to stem the flow of PFAS chemicals into our environment and protect the millions of Americans who are exposed to unsafe levels of these chemicals every day."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""Offshore drilling for oil and gas has the potential to be disastrous to our marine ecosystems and to our coastal economies -- and will only exacerbate the climate crisis facing our planet," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The fishing, tourism, and recreation industries support more than 86,000 jobs and generate $4.8 billion in GDP here in Virginia. These bipartisan bills will protect our natural resources, support local jobs, and ensure that coastal communities in Virginia and around the country continue to thrive."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 100% by League of Conservation Voters. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 9 "Climate Action Now Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Every American deserves to have clean drinking water and a healthy environment to live in," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "PFAS chemicals are an urgent threat to public health, and, after years of inaction from the EPA and the industries responsible for PFAS contamination, Congress is stepping in to keep our communities safe. With this legislation we are taking long overdue action to stem the flow of PFAS chemicals into our environment and protect the millions of Americans who are exposed to unsafe levels of these chemicals every day." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Offshore drilling for oil and gas has the potential to be disastrous to our marine ecosystems and to our coastal economies -- and will only exacerbate the climate crisis facing our planet," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The fishing, tourism, and recreation industries support more than 86,000 jobs and generate $4.8 billion in GDP here in Virginia. These bipartisan bills will protect our natural resources, support local jobs, and ensure that coastal communities in Virginia and around the country continue to thrive." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • ""For too long, horrific acts of gun violence have been met with thoughts and prayers and no action," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Our efforts today to pass universal background checks and close the Charleston Loophole will save lives, make our communities safer, and take an overdue and major step in our fight to end the gun violence epidemic. Universal background checks are backed by over 90% of Americans and are a proven, common sense way to keep guns out of the hands of those who are a danger to public safety."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "In Congress, Jennifer will support legislation that expands mandatory background checks on gun purchases, closes loopholes that allow criminals to purchase firearms, establishes a ban on sales of military-style assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, and allows the federal government to study gun violence as a public health issue." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by National Rifle Association (NRA). (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1446 "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "For too long, horrific acts of gun violence have been met with thoughts and prayers and no action," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Our efforts today to pass universal background checks and close the Charleston Loophole will save lives, make our communities safer, and take an overdue and major step in our fight to end the gun violence epidemic. Universal background checks are backed by over 90% of Americans and are a proven, common sense way to keep guns out of the hands of those who are a danger to public safety." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 2938 "Bipartisan Safer Communities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "SCOTUS just dismissed the challenge to the Affordable Care Act! This is a victory for the millions of Americans who will have their healthcare preserved and a blow to the years long effort by the GOP to overturn its protections for our most vulnerable." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1425 "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Signed Letter to President Biden: “Furthermore, we cannot ignore the economic benefits of paid leave. Enacting paid leave also means that families will continue to earn some income at the very time when they need it most – when a family is growing or a member is sick and needs medical care. Workers will be able to continue to earn a portion of their wages, allowing them to continue to meet their basic needs and pay bills before returning to work. Moreover, lack of paid leave has meant that workers lose an estimated $22.5 billion in wages each year when that could have been used to keep a family afloat and spent in local economies." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Today's legislation will provide Americans with the financial support and resources they need to put their health and safety first during this time of crisis," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "We're facing a pandemic and the best way to safeguard Virginia families from the financial consequences of coronavirus is to do everything we can to help prevent its spread. Anyone who needs a test should be able to get one for free, and anyone who gets sick needs paid sick leave to stay home -- the Families First Coronavirus Response Act will safeguard the financial security of working families by prioritizing public health first and foremost." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "This bipartisan bill gives the Department of Health and Human Services the power to negotiate the prices of the most costly drugs in the U.S, which don't face competition, and these lower prices will be transparent so that private insurance companies can make the same prices available to their consumers. With the savings from lower drug prices -- estimated to be nearly half a trillion dollars -- Medicare's benefits will be expanded to cover vision, dental, and hearing and billions of dollars will be directed to medical research on breakthrough cures, new investments to combat the opioid epidemic, and more. The legislation also creates a new $2,000 out-of-pocket limit on prescription drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This legislation will bring down costs for working Virginians while building a cleaner economic future across the country, taking action to: Lower prescription drug prices: empowering Medicare to negotiate the price of prescription drugs, preventing excessive price hikes and capping seniors' out-of-pocket drug costs at $2,000. Lower health care costs: reducing premium costs for tens of thousands of Virginians by extending ACA subsidies for three more years, locking in average annual savings of $800 per person." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3 "Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "What’s occurring at the US-Mexico border is cruel, unacceptable, and a direct result of the administration’s failed policies. Securing our southern border shouldn’t mean separating families or denying children basic care. This bipartisan funding will protect kids & families." (twitter.com)
  • "I also support investments in smart, effective border security as well as funding for additional Customs and Border Protection officers." (jenniferwexton.com)
  • ""It is long overdue that we address and find solutions for our immigration system and create a pathway to citizenship for our Dreamers," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The bills we voted on today cover multiple facets of this area, and in ways that will benefit our country and our economy. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act not only provides stability for our farm workers but also for our farmers. Agriculture has faced many years of uncertainty and ensuring our farmers have the workforce they need will help us rebuild our ag economy and provide sustainability."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1333 "NO BAN Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • ""With the passage of the NO BAN Act and Access to Counsel Act, we're taking action to stand against bigotry and bias and to guarantee those lawfully coming to the U.S. their due process," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "One of the things that makes our district great is the thriving immigrant communities who have come from all over the world to live, learn, and work here in Virginia. Policies like the now-defunct Muslim Ban ignore the many benefits of our diversity and instead stoke fear and xenophobia by targeting people simply because of their religion. These bills ensure that unconstitutional and un-American bans can never be put in place in the future and provide those seeking a new home here in America the ability to seek legal counsel while at one of our ports of entry."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "It is long overdue that we address and find solutions for our immigration system and create a pathway to citizenship for our Dreamers," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "The bills we voted on today cover multiple facets of this area, and in ways that will benefit our country and our economy. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act not only provides stability for our farm workers but also for our farmers. Agriculture has faced many years of uncertainty and ensuring our farmers have the workforce they need will help us rebuild our ag economy and provide sustainability." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1333 "NO BAN Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6 "American Dream and Promise Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "With the passage of the NO BAN Act and Access to Counsel Act, we're taking action to stand against bigotry and bias and to guarantee those lawfully coming to the U.S. their due process," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "One of the things that makes our district great is the thriving immigrant communities who have come from all over the world to live, learn, and work here in Virginia. Policies like the now-defunct Muslim Ban ignore the many benefits of our diversity and instead stoke fear and xenophobia by targeting people simply because of their religion. These bills ensure that unconstitutional and un-American bans can never be put in place in the future and provide those seeking a new home here in America the ability to seek legal counsel while at one of our ports of entry." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I’m deeply concerned by Russia’s attack on Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Today’s sanctions are necessary to hold Putin and his oligarchs accountable, with more to follow should they escalate. #StandWithUkraine" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6968 "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Congress is committed to delivering the support the Ukrainian people need to defend their homes and defend democracy. I’m proud the House came together and passed this bipartisan bill to support the seizure of Russian oligarchs' assets & fund Ukraine aid." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress is committed to maintaining military and humanitarian support for Ukraine as they courageously fight off Russian aggression. I'm proud to vote to deliver this additional funding to help the Ukrainian people defend their country and democracy." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 7691 "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 3522 "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "I was proud to pass our landmark Inflation Reduction Act which will save families money on everyday costs, reduce the deficit and ease inflation, and finally make big corporations pay their fair share and crack down on ultra-wealthy tax cheats." (jenniferwexton.com)
  • Signed Letter to Speaker Pelosi: "The SALT cap is terrible tax policy: it upends a long tradition of fiscal federalism; it erodes incentives for home ownership and charitable contributions; it seeks to punish and defund state and local governments that pursue progressive policies, and it imposes a significant marriage penalty. Furthermore, the impact of this tax hike has not been random. It was deliberately aimed at districts like ours, where voters have chosen to fund with their taxes better schools, health care, transit, parks, and social services. Many of us earned the trust of voters last year because we promised to do everything in our power to restore the SALT deduction. The Democratic House majority would be far smaller and possibly non-existent if not for the promise we made. It is time to keep that promise. H.R. 5377 offers a balanced, fiscally responsible way to do so." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The SALT deduction has protected Virginia taxpayers from double taxation for over 100 years, but that changed when Donald Trump and congressional Republicans imposed an unprecedented $10,000 tax cap punishing taxpayers in districts like mine. In 2017 my district had the highest average SALT deduction in Virginia at almost $18,000 and the greatest number of households claiming SALT at 213,500--more than half of my district. The SALT cap is unfair and punitive, hurting Virginians and over 11 million Americans. Hardworking taxpayers deserve better." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5377 "Restoring Tax Fairness for States and Localities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • ""From the manufacturing facilities and apple orchards in Frederick County to the Dulles Tech Corridor, trade is crucial to our district's local economy," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Thanks to the negotiations led by House Democrats, this agreement will deliver fairer trade rules and the strongest enforcement mechanisms of any U.S. trade agreement -- ensuring that Virginia businesses continue to thrive and Virginia's workers are protected."" (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I voted to pass USMCA because trade is crucial to #VA10's economy—from rural Frederick County to the Dulles Tech Corridor. After months of renegotiation by Democrats, USMCA will ensure that #VA10 businesses continue to thrive & that workers are protected." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "From the manufacturing facilities and apple orchards in Frederick County to the Dulles Tech Corridor, trade is crucial to our district's local economy," said Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton. "Thanks to the negotiations led by House Democrats, this agreement will deliver fairer trade rules and the strongest enforcement mechanisms of any U.S. trade agreement -- ensuring that Virginia businesses continue to thrive and Virginia's workers are protected." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "I voted to pass USMCA because trade is crucial to #VA10's economy—from rural Frederick County to the Dulles Tech Corridor. After months of renegotiation by Democrats, USMCA will ensure that #VA10 businesses continue to thrive & that workers are protected." (twitter.com)

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