Deb Haaland on Government Reform

	Deb Haaland on Government Reform

DOI in 1851 threatened extermination; I'm proof he failed

Haaland would be the first Native American to lead the Interior Department, which has wielded influence over the nation's tribes for generations. "This moment is profound when we consider the fact that a former secretary of the Interior once proclaimed his goal, was to quote, 'civilize or exterminate' us," Haaland said. "I'm a living testament to the failure of that horrific ideology." Haaland was referring to Alexander H.H. Stuart, who said that in 1851. Source: KOB TV-4 on Biden Cabinet: Interior Department , Dec 19, 2020

Introduced Simplifying Outdoor Access to Recreation Act

I'm still trying to get my Simplifying Outdoor Access to Recreation (SOAR) Act through before the end of the year. SOAR is a bipartisan, bicameral bill that will make it easier for outfitters and guides to work with federal agencies, prioritize recreation on our public lands, an promote access for those who benefit the most from outdoor experiences, such as urban populations, low-income families, underserved or at-risk communities, and servicemembers and veterans. Source: Press release haaland.house.gov on Biden Cabinet , Dec 10, 2020

Reconciliation in Place Names Act to remove offensive names

There are too many places and geographic features that have names that are racial slurs or derogatory terms, which make visitors uncomfortable and discourage them from enjoying the outdoors. My Reconciliation in Place Names Act would expedite the cumbersome process we have for renaming places and create a body to recommend places to be renamed. Source: Press release haaland.house.gov on Biden Cabinet , Dec 10, 2020

Climate Stewardship Act, plant 15 billion trees by 2050

I'll push the natural climate solutions in my Climate Stewardship Act, which would support planting over 4 billion trees by 2030 and 15 billion trees by 2050 and restore or protect over 2 million acres of coastal wetlands by 2030. These measures will remove carbon from the atmosphere and store it, improve coastal resilience, and provide habit for fish and wildlife, particularly those seeking refuge from the impacts of climate change. And they can be part of an economic recovery ag Source: Press release haaland.house.gov on Biden Cabinet , Dec 10, 2020

Won't take PAC money; will fight to overturn Citizens United

I am the only candidate who hasn't written myself a big check because I think Democrats should lead by example when it comes to taking big money out of politics. I'm running my campaign by building a grassroots team of supporters. Our campaign finance system is broken--it only helps those at the top. I know the struggles of New Mexico families because I've lived them, and you have my word: I will not accept contributions from corporate PACs, and I will fight to overturn Citizens United. Source: 2018 NM-1st House campaign website DebForCongress.com , Oct 9, 2018

Fight for government transparency and accountability

I will hold Trump and his billionaire friends accountable--whether it's standing up to his racist bullying, fighting for his billionaire friends to pay their fair share, or calling for impeachment. I will fight against the demagoguery represented by the current administration, and do everything in my power to create greater transparency in our government. I am not afraid to stand up to the NRA, the arms industry, big pharma, or the fossil fuel industry on behalf of everyday people. Source: 2018 NM-1st House campaign website DebForCongress.com , Oct 9, 2018

PVS:Regulate campaign donations from corporations.

Haaland supports the PVS survey question on regulating campaign donations

Project Vote Smart inferred whether candidates agree or disagree with the statement, 'Campaign Finance: Do you support the regulation of indirect campaign contributions from corporations and unions?' PVS self-description: "The Political Courage Test provides voters with positions on key issues. Historically, candidates have failed to complete our test due to the advice they receive from their advisors and out of fear of negative attack ads."

Source: PVS Survey 18PVS-16 on Aug 1, 2018

Holiday on election day; revamp for easier voting access.

Haaland voted YEA For the People Act of 2019

This bill expands voter registration and voting access, makes Election Day a federal holiday, and limits removing voters from voter rolls.
The bill provides for states to establish independent, nonpartisan redistricting commissions.
The bill also sets forth provisions for sharing intelligence information with state election officials, and supporting states in securing their election systems, and establishing the National Commission to Protect U.S. Democratic Institutions.
This bill addresses campaign spending, by expanding the ban on foreign nationals contributing to or spending on elections; and expanding disclosure rules.
This bill establishes an alternative campaign funding system [with] federal matching of small contributions for qualified candidates.

The bill also requires candidates for President and Vice President to submit 10 years of tax returns.

Opposing argument from the Heritage Foundation, 2/1/2019: HR1 federalizes and micromanages the election process administered by the states, imposing unnecessary mandates on the states and reversing the decentralization of the American election process. What HR1 Would Do:

Seize the authority of states to regulate the voting process by forcing states to implement early voting, automatic voter registration, same-day registration, online voter registration, and no-fault absentee balloting.
Make it easier to commit fraud at the polls through same-day registration, as election officials have no time to verify the accuracy of voter registration.
Degrade the accuracy of registration lists by automatically registering individuals from state databases, such as DMV.
Cripple the effectiveness of state voter ID laws by allowing individuals to vote without an ID and merely signing a statement in which they claim they are who they say they are.

Legislative outcome: Passed House 234-193-5 on 3/8/19; received with no action in Senate thru 12/31/2019

Source: Congressional vote 19-S949 on Jan 3, 2019

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