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Jack Reed
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Jack Reed

Jack Reed

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Senate · RI · Since 1997
Party AlignmentStrong Party Line
99%aligned with Democratic positions

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Breaks from Democratic Line

Issues where this official takes a different direction than the typical Democratic position

Immigration & Border Security
Leans ForMixed
Energy Policy & Oil/Gas
Leans AgainstMixed

Committee Memberships

Senate Committee on Armed ServicesChair
Senate Committee on AppropriationsMember

Issues & Stances

Positions based on voting record, public statements, and party platform

Supports expanding ACA coverage, lowering drug costs, and strengthening Medicaid.

Supports climate action and clean energy, particularly offshore wind for Rhode Island's coast.

Supports progressive tax reform, raising the minimum wage, and investing in Rhode Island's economy.

Supports comprehensive immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship and humane border policies.

Supports student debt relief, increased Pell Grants, and investment in public education.

As Armed Services Committee chair and West Point graduate, a leading voice on defense policy, military readiness, and veterans' affairs.

Supports criminal justice reform, sentencing reform, and addressing systemic inequities.

As Armed Services chair, supports NATO, Ukraine aid, and maintaining U.S. global leadership through alliances.

Supports responsible AI regulation and cybersecurity investment for defense applications.

Supports protecting and expanding Social Security and Medicare benefits.

Supports universal background checks, assault weapons ban, and gun safety legislation.

Supports the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and investment in Rhode Island's transportation and broadband.

Supports expanding affordable housing and addressing Rhode Island's housing cost crisis.

Supports clean energy transition, particularly offshore wind, while managing economic impacts.

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LGBTQ+ Rights
Est.Strongly For

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Labor & Unions
Est.Strongly For

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Votes vs. Stances

67%
Mostly consistent
2 of 3 votes match stated positions

Notable Contradictions

Railway Safety Act of 2023 (S.546)Voted nay
Stance on Infrastructure & Transportation:For

Election History

2020RI Senate
Won
66.6%490,000 votes
vs.Allen Waters(R)33.4%