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Carl Albrecht

Anti jacksonian, Indiana
Former US House of Representatives

Albrecht graduated from Southern Utah State College and went on to work for Garkane Energy Cooperative for 40 years. He started serving in the Utah State Senate in 2017. Carl Albrecht was born on 08/03/1795. Based on voting history, policy positions, and public statements, Carl Albrecht demonstrates a Center political bias. Compare Carl Albrecht with other politicians in our Politician Bias Chart.

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Somewhat Right

A.I. Policy Leanings
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Our policy leanings for Carl Albrecht show what policies Carl supports and opposes including Carl's conservative and liberal leanings based on the news.

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*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

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The A.I. media portrayal of Carl Albrecht shows how positively or negatively the media portrays Carl. Negative and positive sentiment scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores showing that more media companies see Carl in a negative light and higher positive scores showing that more media companies see Carl in a positive light.

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Carl Albrecht’s Policy Stances

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  • Criminal Justice
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Gov. Dependency
  • Healthcare
  • Immigration
  • National Security
  • Reduce Budget Deficit
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Government Dependency
  • Healthcare
  • Immigration
  • National Security
  • Reduce Budget Deficit
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  • Criminal Justice

    Somewhat Right

    Based on the information provided, Representative Carl Albrecht appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on criminal justice issues. He sponsored a joint resolution supporting the contracting of additional state prison beds with the Iron County correctional facility, indicating a focus on incarceration and capacity rather than alternative approaches. However, the resolution does not provide details on his broader views on criminal justice reform, sentencing, or rehabilitation programs. Overall, the available information suggests a Somewhat Right leaning on criminal justice policy.
    Source: Utah State Legislature

  • Economy

    Somewhat Right

    Based on Carl Albrecht's legislative record, he appears to have a conservative stance on economic policy. He has sponsored bills that provide tax credits and incentives for businesses, particularly in rural areas, and has supported measures to reduce the corporate and individual income tax rates. Albrecht's focus on promoting economic development and reducing the tax burden suggests a conservative approach to economic issues.
    Source: Utah Legislature

  • Education

    Somewhat Right

    Based on Carl Albrecht's voting record, he appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on education policies. He has supported bills that promote school safety, restrict certain curriculum and materials, and provide funding for school choice programs. However, he has also voted in favor of measures to incorporate ethnic studies and increase teacher salaries. Overall, Albrecht's education policy positions seem to balance conservative and moderate views.
    Source: Alliance for a Better Utah

  • Energy

    Somewhat Right

    Based on the information from Vote Smart, Carl Albrecht appears to have a conservative leaning on energy policy. He has voted in favor of bills that amend various state energy policies, require the recognition of multiple uses and sustained yields on federal public lands, and limit the use of "nonfunctional" grass in the construction of new government buildings. These votes suggest Albrecht supports policies that promote traditional energy sources, resource extraction, and reduced government regulation in the energy sector. Overall, Albrecht's voting record indicates a Somewhat Right stance on energy policy.
    Source: Vote Smart

  • Government Dependency

    Somewhat Right

    Based on Carl Albrecht's voting record, he appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on government dependency policies. He voted in favor of bills that limit public employee collective bargaining rights and require more stringent work requirements for government assistance programs. However, he also supported measures to increase funding and services for the homeless population. Overall, Albrecht seems to favor a balanced approach that promotes self-reliance while also providing a social safety net for those in need.
    Source: Bill Track 50

  • Healthcare

    Somewhat Right

    Based on the information provided, Carl Albrecht appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on healthcare policies. He has supported bills that expand Medicaid coverage for postpartum care and require health plans to provide coverage for behavioral health treatment for individuals with autism. However, he has also opposed bills that would have provided medical debt relief and expanded access to family planning services. Overall, Albrecht's healthcare policy positions lean Somewhat Right.
    Source: Bill Track 50

  • Immigration

    Somewhat Right

    Based on the information provided, Carl Albrecht appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on immigration. He supported a bill that prohibited government entities and private businesses from requiring proof of immunity or vaccination, which could be seen as a restrictive policy towards immigrants. However, he also supported a bill that provided funding for refugee education programs, indicating a more moderate approach. Overall, Albrecht's stance on immigration seems to lean Somewhat Right, balancing restrictive and inclusive policies.
    Source: Alliance for a Better Utah

  • National Security

    Somewhat Right

    Based on the information provided in the contexts, Carl Albrecht appears to have a Somewhat Right stance on national security. He has sponsored bills that aim to restrict federal gun control laws and require law enforcement agencies to report on firearms seized from restricted persons. However, he has also supported measures to address hate crimes and victim targeting offenses, which suggests a more balanced approach. Overall, Albrecht's national security policies seem to lean Somewhat Right, with a focus on protecting gun rights and enhancing law enforcement reporting, while also addressing issues of public safety and equal rights.
    Source: Vote Smart

  • Reduce Budget Deficit

    Medium Right

    Based on the information provided, Rep. Carl Albrecht appears to take a conservative stance on reducing the budget deficit. He supported legislation that would eliminate the Energy Balancing Account, which allows Rocky Mountain Power to recover unexpected energy costs from ratepayers, arguing that it reduces the utility's incentive to operate efficiently. Albrecht also questioned whether the utility's investments are prudent and whether stockholders should have "skin in the game." This suggests a fiscally conservative approach to managing the state's budget and limiting government spending.
    Source: Utah News Dispatch

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