Positions and record
Michael J. LiPetri Jr.'s record in office NYS Assembly, District 9, 2019–2020 · 1 action
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Dec 9, 2019 · Passed the Assembly June 20, 2019; signed into law December 9, 2019 (Chapter 613)Co-sponsored assembly bill A6295A, which bans household cleaning, cosmetic and personal care products that contain 1,4-dioxane.
The Economy
Jobs, prices and the cost of living.
- Supports letting Americans keep more of what they earn
“Affordability starts with letting Americans keep more of what they earn.”
What this means for youHe would vote for further federal tax cuts. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.
Health Care
Health insurance, costs and access to care.
- Supports restoring the patient-doctor relationship
- Opposes insurance companies and bureaucrats controlling health care
“We must restore the bond between patients and their doctors, not insurance companies and bureaucrats who wish to control the system.”
What this means for youExpect support for measures limiting insurer and government control over treatment decisions. The site doesn't name a specific bill.
The Situation in Iran
U.S. policy toward the conflict with Iran.
- Supports a forceful military response to any terrorist acts by Iran and its allied groups
“Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and the Terror Republic of Iran must know that any acts of terrorism will be responded to with relentless and unmatched force.”
What this means for youHe would vote for military funding and action against Iran and allied groups. Congress controls war funding, but the President directs military operations.
Income and Wealth Gap
How income and wealth are distributed, including taxes and wages.
- Supports lifting the SALT cap
- Supports no federal tax on tips, overtime or Social Security
“That means building off the success of the Trump tax cuts - including lifting the SALT tax cap to protect New York families and eliminating taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security.”
What this means for youHomeowners in high-tax areas, tipped and hourly workers, and retirees would pay less federal tax. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.
Immigration
Immigration levels, enforcement, and local cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
- Supports deporting people here illegally who commit crimes
- Supports requiring all immigrants to enter legally
“We must continue to deport those criminals here illegally and demand that every immigrant - like our parents and grandparents - enter this country legally and with pride.”
What this means for youHe would vote for stronger deportation and border enforcement. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.
Crime
Crime, policing and public safety.
- Supports full support for police officers and their families
“These officers and their families deserve and have earned our full and unapologetic support.”
What this means for youExpect support for federal funding for police. Day-to-day policing is run by local police departments.
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. policy toward Israel, Gaza and the Palestinian territories.
- Opposes boycotts, divestment and sanctions against Israel
“Any attempt to boycott, divest from, or sanction Israel must be shut down, eliminated, and swiftly dealt with.”
What this means for youHe would vote for federal limits on boycotts of Israel. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.
Climate Change
Policies on climate change and emissions.
- Supports wind, solar and battery power alongside natural gas
“We do need wind, we do need solar, we do need batteries, alongside natural gas,”
What this means for youHe would likely back federal support for renewable energy while keeping natural gas in the mix. As one of 435 House members, he would vote on energy tax credits and funding; those need majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.
Not yet on record: Gas Prices, Abortion, AI Data Centers.
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