Where they stand
More authoritarianMore libertarianLiberal leftConservative rightFrank Ballance
Their own votesTheir party label (Dem)
2003Today
- Left – right
- −0.45
- Libertarian – authoritarian
- −0.45
Bills they wrote that became law
- 2004-06-25To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 525 Main Street in Tarboro, North Carolina, as the "George Henry White Post Office Building".HR 3353 (108th Congress) · Commemorations · Public Law 108-247
- 2004-12-21To provide for the conveyance of Federal lands, improvements, equipment, and resource materials at the Oxford Research Station in Granville County, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina. HR 2119 (108th Congress) · Public Lands and Natural Resources · Public Law 108-460
Every vote
- NoOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4200 · 2004-05-19 · Agreed to
- YesHonoring past and current members of the Armed Forces of the United States and encouraging Americans to wear red poppies on Memorial DayHCONRES424 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-19 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4200) DOD Authorization, FY 2005HRES648 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-19 · Passed
- NoProviding for the consideration of the conference report to accompany the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 95) the Congressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005HRES649 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-19 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4200 · 2004-05-19 · Failed
- NoProviding for the consideration of the conference report to accompany the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 95) the Congressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005HRES649 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-05-19 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4200) DOD Authorization, FY 2005HRES648 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-05-19 · Passed
- YesBobby Marshall Gentry Post Office BuildingHR4176 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoOccupational Safety and Health Small Business Day in Court Act of 2004HR2731 · On Passage · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoLabor, Health and Human Services, and Education, Appropriations FY 2004HR2660 · On Motion to Table Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR2432 · 2004-05-18 · Failed
- NoProviding for consideration of H.R. 2728, H.R. 2729, H.R. 2730, H.R. 2731 and H.R. 2432.HRES645 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- YesPaperwork and Regulatory Improvements ActHR2432 · On Passage · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoOccupational Safety and Health Small Business Day in Court ActHR2728 · On Passage · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoOccupational Safety and Health Review Commission Efficiency ActHR2729 · On Passage · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoUndocumented Alien Emergency Medical Assistance AmendmentsHR3722 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-05-18 · Failed
- YesOscar Scott Woody Post Office BuildingHR3740 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- NoOccupational Safety and Health Independent Review of OSHA Citations Act of 2004HR2730 · On Passage · 2004-05-18 · Passed
- YesAuthorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for activities associated with the dedication of the National World War II MemorialHCONRES423 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-17 · Passed
- YesApplauding the men and women who keep America moving and recognizing National Transportation WeekHCONRES420 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-17 · Passed
- YesCondemning the Government of the Republic of the Sudan for its attacks against innocent civilians in the impoverished Darfur region of western SudanHCONRES403 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-17 · Passed
- YesRecognizing the 60th anniversary of the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944HJRES91 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-05-13 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4281 · 2004-05-13 · Failed
- NoSmall Business Health Fairness Act of 2004HR4281 · On Passage · 2004-05-13 · Passed
- YesExpressing the sense of the Congress that, as Congress recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision, all Americans are encouraged to observe this anniversary with a commitment to continuing and building on the legacy of BrownHCONRES414 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-13 · Passed
- NoTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 10-percent individual income tax rate bracketHR4275 · On Passage · 2004-05-13 · Passed
- YesSmall Business Health Fairness Act of 2004HR4281 · On Motion to Recommit with Instructions · 2004-05-13 · Failed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4275 · 2004-05-13 · Failed
- YesCongressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005SCONRES95 · On Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-05-13 · Failed
- YesRecognizing the contributions of people of Indian origin to the United States and the benefits of working together with India towards promoting peace, prosperity, and freedom among all countries of the worldHCONRES352 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- YesExpressing the sense of the House that the Department of Defense should rectify deficiencies in the military postal system to ensure that members of the Armed Forces stationed overseas are able to receive and send election ballots in time to be counted in the 2004 elections.HRES608 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- NoProviding for the consideration of H.R. 4279, H.R. 4280, and H.R. 4281HRES638 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- YesRecognizing with humble gratitude the more than 16,000,000 veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during World War II and the Americans who supported the war effort on the home front and celebrating the completion of the National World War II Memorial on the National Mall in the District of ColumbiaHCONRES409 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- YesCalling on the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to immediately and unconditionally release Father Thaddeus Nguyen Van Ly, and for other purposesHCONRES378 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- NoHelp Efficient, Accessible, Low-Cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2004HR4280 · On Passage · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- YesHelp Efficient, Accessible, Low-Cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2004HR4280 · On Motion to Recommit with Instructions · 2004-05-12 · Failed
- NoLabor, Health and Human Services, and Education, Appropriations FY 2004HR2660 · On Motion to Table Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- NoTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the disposition of unused health benefits in cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangementsHR4279 · On Passage · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- NoProviding for the consideration of H.R. 4275, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 10-percent individual income tax rate bracketHRES637 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- NoProviding for the consideration of H.R. 4279, H.R. 4280, and H.R. 4281HRES638 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-12 · Passed
- YesTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the disposition of unused health benefits in cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangementsHR4279 · On Motion to Recommit with Instructions · 2004-05-12 · Failed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4279 · 2004-05-12 · Failed
- YesRecognizing 50 years of relations between the United States Government and the European UnionHRES577 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-11 · Passed
- YesSupporting the goals and ideals of Peace Officers Memorial DayHRES622 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-11 · Passed
- YesDr. Miguel A. Nevarez Post Office Building DesignationHR4299 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-05-11 · Passed
- YesExpressing the concern of Congress over Iran’s development of the means to produce nuclear weaponsHCONRES398 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of H. Res. 627, deploring the abuse of persons in United States custody in IraqHRES628 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- YesExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the urgent need for freedom, democratic reform, and international monitoring of elections, human rights, and religious liberty in the Lao People’s Democratic RepublicHRES402 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- YesDeploring the Abuse of Persons in United States Custody in IraqHRES627 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- YesTo authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2004, to amend various laws administered by the Coast Guard, and for other purposesHR2443 · On Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- YesExpressing the sense of Congress regarding the arbitrary detention of Dr. Wang Bingzhang by the Government of the People’s Republic of China and urging his immediate releaseHCONRES326 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-06 · Passed
- YesMiddle-Class Alternative Minimum Tax Relief ActHR4227 · On Passage · 2004-05-05 · Passed
- YesRecognizing the importance of increasing awareness of autism, supporting programs for increased research and improved treatment of autism, improving training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism, and for other purposesHRES605 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-05 · Passed
- YesCongressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005SCONRES95 · On Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-05-05 · Failed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4227 · 2004-05-05 · Failed
- YesCongratulating the University of Connecticut Huskies for winning the 2004 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I men and women’s basketball championshipsHRES599 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-05-04 · Passed
- YesRecognizing the benefits and importance of school-based music educationHCONRES380 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-04 · Passed
- YesCongratulating charter schools and their students, parents, teachers, and administrators across the United States for their ongoing contributions to education, and for other purposesHRES600 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-05-04 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR4181 · 2004-04-28 · Failed
- YesTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the increased standard deduction, and the 15-percent individual income tax rate bracket expansion, for married taxpayers filing joint returnsHR4181 · On Motion to Recommit with Instructions · 2004-04-28 · Failed
- YesSurface Transportation Extension Act, Part IIHR4219 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-28 · Passed
- YesTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the increased standard deduction, and the 15-percent individual income tax rate bracket expansion, for married taxpayers filing joint returnsHR4181 · On Passage · 2004-04-28 · Passed
- YesWilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. United States CourthouseS1904 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-28 · Passed
- YesSupporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, and for other purposesHRES578 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-04-27 · Passed
- YesHonoring the life and legacy of Melvin Jones and recognizing the contributions of Lions Clubs InternationalHRES399 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-04-27 · Passed
- YesRhode Island Veterans Post Office BuildingHR3942 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-27 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2844) the Continuity in Representation ActHRES602 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-04-22 · Passed
- YesContinuity in Representation Act of 2004HR2844 · On Passage · 2004-04-22 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2844) the Continuity in Representation ActHRES602 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-04-22 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR2844 · 2004-04-22 · Failed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR2844 · 2004-04-22 · Failed
- YesGuardsmen and Reservists Financial Relief ActHR1779 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-21 · Passed
- YesGreen Chemistry Research and Development ActHR3970 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 2004-04-21 · Passed
- YesCongressional Medal for Outstanding Contributions in Math and Science Education ActHR4030 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 2004-04-21 · Passed
- YesJames V Hansen Federal BuildingHR3147 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 2004-04-21 · Passed
- YesTo address the participation of Taiwan in the World Health OrganizationHR4019 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 2004-04-21 · Passed
- YesDosan Ahn Chang Ho Post OfficeHR1822 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-20 · Passed
- YesRichard G. Wilson Processing and Distribution FacilityHR4037 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-20 · Passed
- YesGeneral John J. Pershing Post OfficeHR3855 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-04-20 · Passed
- NoPension Funding Equity ActHR3108 · On Agreeing to the Conference Report · 2004-04-02 · Passed
- YesPension Funding Equity ActHR3108 · On Motion to Recommit Conference Report with Instructions · 2004-04-02 · Failed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-02 · Failed
- YesTransportation Equity Act: A Legacy for UsersHR3550 · On Passage · 2004-04-02 · Passed
- NoOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-02 · Failed
- NoOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-02 · Agreed to
- NoAdjournment of Both Houses of CongressHCONRES404 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-04-02 · Passed
- YesTransportation Equity Act: A Legacy for UsersHR3550 · On Motion to Recommit with Instructions · 2004-04-02 · Failed
- NoOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-01 · Failed
- NoOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-01 · Failed
- NoProviding for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 3550) Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for UsersHRES593 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-04-01 · Passed
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-01 · Agreed to
- YesOn Agreeing to the AmendmentHR3550 · 2004-04-01 · Failed
- YesExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding rates of compensation for civilian employees and members of the uniformed services of the United StatesHRES581 · On Agreeing to the Resolution · 2004-03-31 · Passed
- YesTo provide for the establishment of campaign medals to be awarded to members of the Armed Forces who participate in Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi FreedomHR3104 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 2004-03-30 · Passed
- YesWelcoming accession of Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia to NATOHRES558 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended · 2004-03-30 · Passed
- YesTo require the Secretary of Defense to reimburse members of the United States Armed Forces for certain transportation expenses incurred by the members in connection with leave under the Central Command Rest and Recuperation Leave Program before the program was expanded to include domestic travelS2057 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · 2004-03-30 · Passed
- YesROTC and Military Recruiter Equal Access to Campus ActHR3966 · On Passage · 2004-03-30 · Passed
- YesCongressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005SCONRES95 · On Motion to Instruct Conferees · 2004-03-30 · Failed
- YesCongratulating the United States Air Force Academy on its 50th Anniversary and recognizing its contributions to the NationHCONRES386 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree · 2004-03-30 · Passed
- NoProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3966), the ROTC and Military Recruiter Equal Access to Campus ActHRES580 · On Ordering the Previous Question · 2004-03-30 · Passed
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All bills sponsored 6
- 2004-03-30No School Left Behind Act of 2004HR 4063 (108th Congress) · EducationLatest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
- 2004-03-16ROLE Model Act of 2004HR 3975 (108th Congress) · EducationLatest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
- 2004-06-25To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 525 Main Street in Tarboro, North Carolina, as the "George Henry White Post Office Building".HR 3353 (108th Congress) · Commemorations · Public Law 108-247
- 2003-07-25Northeastern North Carolina Heritage Area Study Act of 2003HR 2925 (108th Congress) · Public Lands and Natural ResourcesLatest: Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
- 2004-12-21To provide for the conveyance of Federal lands, improvements, equipment, and resource materials at the Oxford Research Station in Granville County, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina. HR 2119 (108th Congress) · Public Lands and Natural Resources · Public Law 108-460
- 2003-01-28To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to use unobligated funds from a housing demonstration program in the State of North Carolina to make grants under section 504 of the Housing Act of 1949 in such State.HR 406 (108th Congress) · Housing and Community DevelopmentLatest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity.
Career
2003today
- 2003–2004US House
