Category Archives: Reed’s Views

Rep. Tom Reed on Certain Legislation

Posted on April 20, 2021 by whungerford

Tom Reed Wrote: Last week, we voted “yes” on H.R. 1195, a bill that will require the Department of Labor to address instances of work place violence in healthcare, social service, and other areas. This safety measure creates an interim … Continue reading →

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Firearm regulation

Posted on March 11, 2021 by whungerford

Rep. Tom Reed (R-NY) generally opposes firearm regulation. On Wednesday, March 10, the house considered H.R. 1446 “To strengthen the background check procedures to be followed before a Federal firearms licensee may transfer a firearm to a person who is … Continue reading →

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Fiscal Responsibility

Posted on October 21, 2020 by whungerford

What the right hand gives, the left hand takes. — Attributed to Martin Luther Catch 22 — For every regulation that gives something, there is another that takes it back. Laffer Curve — the idea that in some circumstances tax cuts increase revenue. New Year’s … Continue reading →

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Tracy Mitrano disagrees

Posted on July 26, 2020 by whungerford

Debates help voters understand what a campaign represents and each candidate’s stance on various issues. — Tracy Mitrano Tom Reed  “introduced the Help Act to allow federal prosecutors access to more severe penalties when prosecuting certain drug cases, and has … Continue reading →

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Why do we like Tom Reed?

Posted on July 22, 2020 by whungerford

We’ll continue working on solutions that generate jobs, support local businesses, and grow our economy. –Tom Reed Why do we like Tom Reed? First of all, he is a Republican in a Red district; that’s all most voters need to … Continue reading →

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H.R. 6800 HEROS Act

Posted on May 15, 2020 by whungerford

H.R. 6800 Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act or the HEROES Act CRS Summary: This bill responds to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak and its impact on the economy, public health, state and local governments, individuals, … Continue reading →

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The Congress shall assemble

Posted on May 8, 2020 by whungerford

The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year, … –The Constitution I am supportive of going in person and doing that legislative process. — Rep Tom Reed Reed said that while he is supportive of returning to work … Continue reading →

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Problem Solvers release plan

Posted on March 22, 2020 by whungerford

We’re working hard to get immediate relief to the American people during this Coronavirus outbreak…–Rep. Tom Reed   The Problem Solvers Caucus’ proposed recommendations include:  Economic Response for Businesses, Employees and the Self-Employed Immediate, Direct Financial Payments to Individuals: Limited only to … Continue reading →

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Tom Reed on impeachment — sequel

Posted on November 26, 2019 by whungerford

“I get frustrated where there is a sense of normalization that the congressman brings and that our concerns about Trump and the things that are happening are, its not that big of a deal, and you’re fine, stop worrying about … Continue reading →

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False arguments

Posted on October 17, 2019 by whungerford

If Tom Reed was right to oppose intervention in Syria in 2013, no intervention is needed in 2019 under much different circumstances. If U.S. troops should not have been sent to Syria, their precipitous withdrawal by Trump is justified. President … Continue reading →

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