Legislation and Issues
Throughout his career in public service, Congressman Sanford Bishop has defined his goal as: "seeking a higher, better quality of life for all citizens by promoting jobs and a stronger, more diversified economy; a better educated population; safe and secure communities, free of crime and drugs; a clean environment; affordable, accessible health care; and a strong national defense, all within the context of a balanced budget."
This site offers an account of how Congressman Bishop is working to make his vision a reality for the people of Georgia's Second Congressional District and offers links to legislation that he has sponsored and co-sponsored while serving in the U.S. House of Representatives. If you would like to learn more or if you would like to voice your opinion about an important piece of legislation please contact me by phone or mail.
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Issues |
American Clean Energy and Security Act On June 26th, the House passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act (HR 2454) to revitalize our economy by creating millions of new jobs, increase our national security by reducing our dependence on foreign oil, and preserve our planet by reducing the pollution that causes global warming. Doing nothing is not an option. During the Bush‐Cheney years, our dependence on foreign oil increased, average American household energy costs went up $1,100, American job growth was the slowest of any administration in 75 years, and carbon pollution was ignored for far too long. • Read Congressman Bishop’s statement on the passage of the bill.
Economic Stimulus The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) was signed into law in February to put the United States back on a sustainable, long-term growth path. Across the state of Georgia, the recovery package will bring thousands of new jobs, modernized schools, dollars for college students, and extended unemployment benefits for people out of work. Recovery.Gov - Your Stimulus Dollars at Work Georgia Stimulus Accountability Jobs and a Stronger, More Diversified Economy |
Legislation Sponsored by Congressman Bishop |
Click here to see all legislation sponsored by Congressman Bishop in the 110th Congress. Click here to see all legislation Sponsored by Congressman Bishop in the 109th Congress. |
Additional Legislative Resources |
| House Floor - A real-time description of activity occurring on the House Floor. THOMAS - Library of Congress - Legislative Information System of the U.S. Congress The House of Representatives The Senate The White House House of Representatives Roll Call Votes Currently on the House Floor This week on the House Floor House Committee Hearing Schedules and Oversight Plans Annual Congressional Calendar The Legislative Process Watch C-Span Live |
