Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Panetta says Congress should strengthen checks and balances, the rule of law and democratic institutions. He is working to pass legislation intended to deter presidential abuses of power, protect elections from illicit interference and ensure Americans’ right to vote.
Context: The supplied passage ends before completing its sentence about voting rights.
Panetta supports universal health care and says he opposed efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act and voted to improve its services and availability in his district. He also says he worked on legislation to expand Medicare and lower prescription drug prices for seniors, and supports a woman’s right to choose her reproductive health care.
Context: The page does not detail the proposed form of universal health care or identify the Medicare legislation.
Panetta says he is working to expand child care, achieve equal pay for women, protect workers’ wages, rights and safety, and help small businesses invest and grow. He also says he is committed to ensuring access to affordable Pre-K and higher education.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Panetta says he is working to ease inflation by supporting agriculture, tourism, technology, education, research and small businesses. He also supports federal investment in roads, rail, research, manufacturing, broadband and water systems, with the stated goal of lowering prices at grocery stores and gas stations.
Context: The page does not specify funding levels or how the investments would be carried out.