Jeff Bingaman Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jeff Bingaman.

Jeff Bingaman served as a United States Senator from New Mexico from 1983 to 2013. Born on October 3, 1943, in El Paso, Texas, Bingaman attended Harvard Law School and later worked as an attorney in private practice. In 1978, he entered politics by winning a seat in the New Mexico Attorney General's office.

During his 30-year tenure in the Senate, Bingaman was known for his commitment to environmental and energy issues. As a member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, he advocated for renewable energy development, efficiency standards, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Bingaman was influential in the passage of multiple energy bills, including the Energy Policy Act of 2005.

Throughout his career, Bingaman also focused on healthcare reform, education, and economic development. He played an important role in drafting and passing the Affordable Care Act, which aimed to expand access to healthcare for millions of Americans.

Recognized for his bipartisan approach and willingness to work across party lines, Bingaman supported initiatives that would benefit the people of New Mexico and the broader nation. He chose not to seek re-election in 2012 and returned to private life after leaving the Senate.

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I hope that in future Congresses there will reemerge a recog

I hope that in future Congresses there will reemerge a recognition that climate change is a reality, that our policies to meet our energy needs must also deal responsibly with environmental issues, including the damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions.

Jeff Bingaman

Environmental

I support concrete and progressive immigration reform based

I support concrete and progressive immigration reform based on three primary criteria: family reunification, economic contributions, and humanitarian concerns.

Jeff Bingaman

Family

The United States is the most innovative country in the worl

The United States is the most innovative country in the world. But our leadership could slip away if we fail to properly fund primary, secondary and higher education.

Jeff Bingaman

Leadership