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Angus King has criticized restrictive immigration policies and supports expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways. He has opposed measures that would separate immigrant families and has advocated for humane treatment of asylum seekers.
Angus King has criticized restrictive immigration policies and supports expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways. He has opposed measures that would separate immigrant families and has advocated for humane treatment of asylum seekers.
“King strongly criticized President Donald Trump's Executive Order 13769...”
“Sponsored bill to disallow religion-based immigration ban.”
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Angus King supports legal access to abortion and has expressed opposition to defunding Planned Parenthood. He believes that overturning Roe v. Wade would rob millions of women of their fundamental rights and advocates for access to safe, legal abortion without restrictions.
Angus King supports legal access to abortion and has expressed opposition to defunding Planned Parenthood. He believes that overturning Roe v. Wade would rob millions of women of their fundamental rights and advocates for access to safe, legal abortion without restrictions.
“Favors abortion rights; keep Planned Parenthood funding.”
“Access safe, legal abortion without restrictions.”
Angus King supports federal action to combat climate change and has called it one of the most serious threats to the United States. He advocates for measures to cut emissions and has expressed support for the Paris Climate Accord, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to return to its aspirations.
Angus King supports federal action to combat climate change and has called it one of the most serious threats to the United States. He advocates for measures to cut emissions and has expressed support for the Paris Climate Accord, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to return to its aspirations.
“King supports action to combat climate change...”
“We are fiddling while the planet burns.”
Angus King supports expanding background checks for firearms transactions and has called this measure the most effective step to keep guns out of the wrong hands. He also supports limiting magazine sizes and has voted for various gun reform measures, including the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Angus King supports expanding background checks for firearms transactions and has called this measure the most effective step to keep guns out of the wrong hands. He also supports limiting magazine sizes and has voted for various gun reform measures, including the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
“King supports expanding background checks to most firearms transactions...”
“Implement red flag laws; expand background checks.”
Angus King supports the Affordable Care Act and has expressed the need for a larger government role in health coverage. He has criticized efforts to repeal the ACA and has advocated for maintaining and expanding healthcare access, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Angus King supports the Affordable Care Act and has expressed the need for a larger government role in health coverage. He has criticized efforts to repeal the ACA and has advocated for maintaining and expanding healthcare access, particularly for vulnerable populations.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
“ObamaCare was not ambitious enough.”
Angus King supports higher taxes on corporations and top earners, arguing that taming the deficit without revenue increases is unrealistic. He has criticized tax cuts that disproportionately benefit the wealthy and has advocated for closing corporate tax loopholes.
Angus King supports higher taxes on corporations and top earners, arguing that taming the deficit without revenue increases is unrealistic. He has criticized tax cuts that disproportionately benefit the wealthy and has advocated for closing corporate tax loopholes.
“King criticized the legislation for adding $1 trillion to the U.S. budget deficit...”
“Close corporate tax loopholes: 15% corporate tax minimum.”
Angus King supports expanding ballot access and has advocated for measures to make voting easier, including automatic voter registration and public financing of federal campaigns. He has sponsored legislation aimed at improving voter access.
Angus King supports expanding ballot access and has advocated for measures to make voting easier, including automatic voter registration and public financing of federal campaigns. He has sponsored legislation aimed at improving voter access.
“King has sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access.”
“Sponsored bill for election holiday & easier voting access.”
Position extraction pending on 6 issues: Foreign Aid, Education, School Curriculum, Trade, Criminal Justice, Tech Regulation.
Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
“King has sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access.”
Why: Cosponsoring the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act directly supports expanding voter access, aligning closely with the stated position on voting rights.
Apr 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
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“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Cosponsoring the Rx ACCESS Act directly supports the goal of making healthcare more accessible and affordable, aligning with the stated position on the ACA and healthcare services.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Cosponsoring the INSULIN Act directly supports making healthcare more accessible and affordable by addressing insulin costs, aligning closely with the stated position on healthcare.
View source →Sep 17, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Sponsoring the Stand Strong for Medicare Act directly supports the stated position of making healthcare accessible and affordable, aligning with the commitment to the ACA and opposition to defunding essential health services.
View source →Jun 9, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Cosponsoring the Ensuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care Act supports the broader goal of expanding healthcare access, aligning with the stated position on a larger government role in health coverage.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2444-2445)
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: The bill aims to improve mental health services and accessibility, which aligns with the broader goal of making healthcare accessible and affordable.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Cosponsoring the act supports the broader goal of improving healthcare access for seniors, aligning with the commitment to making healthcare accessible and affordable.
View source →Nov 19, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Sponsoring the Preventive Health Savings Act aligns with the commitment to making healthcare accessible and affordable, as it focuses on preventive health measures.
View source →Sep 17, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Sponsoring the WELL Seniors Act, which aims to improve healthcare access for seniors, aligns with the stated support for making healthcare accessible and affordable.
View source →Sep 17, 2025 · Congress.gov
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Sponsoring a bill focused on falls prevention aligns with the broader goal of making healthcare accessible and affordable, although it does not directly address the ACA or Planned Parenthood.
View source →Sep 17, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: The Preventive Home Visit Act aims to improve healthcare access and affordability through preventive services, which aligns with the support for the ACA and making healthcare accessible.
View source →Jul 29, 2025 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4829)
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: Sponsoring a resolution recognizing the work of a task force focused on preventive services aligns with the commitment to making healthcare accessible and affordable.
View source →Oct 17, 2023 · Congress.gov
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 118-311.
“King supports action to combat climate change...”
Why: Sponsoring the act suggests a focus on sustainable forestry practices, which aligns with the broader goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
View source →Apr 19, 2023 · Congress.gov
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 118-287.
“King supports action to combat climate change...”
Why: Sponsoring the POWER Our Reservoirs Act indicates support for measures that can contribute to climate action, aligning with the stated position on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Apr 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: The action focuses on veterans' healthcare, which aligns with the broader goal of accessible healthcare, but does not directly address the ACA or the opposition to its repeal.
View source →Jan 7, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
“King supports the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare)...”
Why: The sponsorship of a veterans' access act does not directly align with the stated position on the ACA and general healthcare access, as it focuses specifically on veterans rather than broader healthcare accessibility.
View source →Jun 1, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Criminal Justice, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1902; text: CR S1938-1939)
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King criticized the legislation for adding $1 trillion to the U.S. budget deficit...”
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S1786)
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Voice Vote. (CR S2407)
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Why: Tagged to Trade, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Criminal Justice, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 17, 2025 · Congress.gov
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 3, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 30, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“King criticized the legislation for adding $1 trillion to the U.S. budget deficit...”
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 2, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 1, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480; text: CR S2478-2479)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381; text: CR S2380-2381)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381; text: CR S2380)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203-2204)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2160; text: CR S2180)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2084-2085)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 18, 2025 · Congress.gov
Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 23, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
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