Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Markey supports investing in the construction and preservation of affordable homes, expanding rental assistance, and supporting first-generation homebuyers. He also backs stronger eviction-prevention and homelessness programs to help families remain safely housed.
Context: The page lists related bills as current legislation; these proposals are not presented as enacted.
Markey supports expanding heating and cooling assistance, protecting households from shutoffs and excessive fees, and stabilizing energy prices so families and small businesses can afford reliable power. His proposals also include preventing service disruptions during government shutdowns.
Context: The page lists related bills as current legislation; these proposals are not presented as enacted.
Markey supports investment in water infrastructure, replacing lead pipes, and expanding affordability programs to help ensure safe, affordable, and reliable water access.
Context: The source does not specify the eligibility rules or scope of the affordability programs.
Markey supports requiring climate-focused transportation planning and setting national emissions performance standards. He also supports investing in transit, walking, biking, passenger rail, and other low-emission transportation options.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Markey supports fare-free public transit programs and expanding service in communities that need it most. He also supports investing in passenger rail electrification, infrastructure upgrades, and workforce development to make rail a more accessible alternative to driving and flying.
Context: Fare-free transit is described as a supported program, not as a requirement for all transit systems.
Markey supports low-cost renewable energy projects, grid investment, and household efficiency as ways to lower energy bills while cleaning up the grid. He also supports preventing fossil fuel companies from exporting energy abroad instead of lowering costs at home.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Markey supports a national, interagency response to extreme heat and investment in the federal climate-health response. He says this would help prepare the health care system and protect vulnerable communities from climate threats.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Markey supports ending fossil fuel subsidies by closing tax loopholes and requiring fossil fuel companies to pay their fair share. He says federal policy should support a transition to clean energy and have corporations, rather than taxpayers, pay for climate damage.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Markey supports accountability and reform in the justice system, with the goal of ensuring a fair system for all. He also says accountability should be strengthened where it falls short.
Context: The page does not identify specific justice-system reforms or accountability measures.
Markey supports strengthening gun laws and investing in violence prevention, while also protecting constitutional rights. He links these priorities to reducing harm in communities and improving safety.
Context: The page does not specify the gun-law changes or prevention programs.