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Michigan Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader JohnThune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Peters D-MI, Slotkin D-MI
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Peters D-MI, Slotkin D-MI
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
YEAS: Peters D-MI, Slotkin D-MI
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
YEAS: Peters D-MI, Slotkin D-MI
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Peters D-MI, Slotkin D-MI
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Iowa Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John Thune,
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John Thune,R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Grassley R-IA, Ernst R-IA
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Grassley R-IA, Ernst R-IA
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
NAYS: Grassley R-IA, Ernst R-IA
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
NAYS: Grassley R-IA, Ernst R-IA
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Grassley R-IA, Ernst R-IA
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Maryland Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader JohnThune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Van Hollen D-MD, Alsobrooks D-MD
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Van Hollen D-MD, Alsobrooks D-MD
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
YEAS: Van Hollen D-MD, Alsobrooks D-MD
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
YEAS: Van Hollen D-MD, Alsobrooks D-MD
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Van Hollen D-MD, Alsobrooks D-MD
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Idaho Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John Thune,
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John Thune,R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Risch R-ID, Crapo R-ID
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Risch R-ID, Crapo R-ID
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
NAYS: Risch R-ID, Crapo R-ID
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
NAYS: Risch R-ID, Crapo R-ID
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Risch R-ID, Crapo R-ID
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Mississippi Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority LeaderJohn Thune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Wicker R-MS, Hyde-Smith R-MS
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Wicker R-MS, Hyde-Smith R-MS
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
NAYS: Wicker R-MS, Hyde-Smith R-MS
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
NAYS: Wicker R-MS, Hyde-Smith R-MS
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Wicker R-MS, Hyde-Smith R-MS
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District of Columbia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate MajorityLeader John Thune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
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Connecticut Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority LeaderJohn Thune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Murphy D-CT, Blumenthal D-CT
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Murphy D-CT, Blumenthal D-CT
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
YEAS: Murphy D-CT, Blumenthal D-CT
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
YEAS: Murphy D-CT, Blumenthal D-CT
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Murphy D-CT, Blumenthal D-CT
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Arizona Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John
... Show Full Article
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader JohnThune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Gallego D-AZ, Kelly D-AZ
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
NOT VOTING: Gallego D-AZ
YEAS: Kelly D-AZ
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
YEAS: Gallego D-AZ, Kelly D-AZ
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
YEAS: Gallego D-AZ, Kelly D-AZ
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
NAYS: Gallego D-AZ, Kelly D-AZ
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Alaska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader JohnThune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Murkowski R-AK, Sullivan R-AK
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Murkowski R-AK, Sullivan R-AK
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
NAYS: Murkowski R-AK, Sullivan R-AK
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
YEAS: Murkowski R-AK
NAYS: Sullivan R-AK
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Murkowski R-AK, Sullivan R-AK
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Alabama Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-07-31
by Arne Christensen
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader John
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week.
There were no key votes in the House this week.
SENATE VOTES:
Senate Vote 1:
INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY: The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Walter "Jay" Clayton to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI). Clayton chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for most of President Trump's first term, then rejoined his former law firm, Sullivan & Cromwell, until 2025 when he was named the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. A supporter, Senate Majority Leader JohnThune, R-S.D., cited Clayton's work at the SEC protecting investors and national security in saying: "Amid a heightened threat environment, having a proven leader in this role is especially important, and Jay Clayton fits this mold." The vote, on July 28, was 51 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Tuberville R-AL, Britt R-AL
Senate Vote 2:
SANCTIONING RUSSIA AND IRAN: The Senate has passed a motion to consider the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act (H.R. 5334), sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif. The bill would authorize imposing secondary tariffs on imports from countries that import fossil fuels from Russia, adopt a variety of sanctions against Russia, and extend expiring sanctions on Iran. A supporter, Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., said it will "stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin's financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe." The vote, on July 29, was 84 yeas to 12 nays.
YEAS: Tuberville R-AL, Britt R-AL
Senate Vote 3:
CHILD CARE FUNDING: The Senate has rejected a motion to proceed to a bill (S.J. Res. 199), sponsored by Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., that would have voided a Department of Health and Human Services rule, issued this May, that cancelled regulations in the agency's child care and development subsidies program adopted in 2024. Murray said the rule ended a 7-percent cap on co-payments for child care by parents in the program, but restoring the cap would mean savings of as much as $15,000 a year for a family. The vote, on July 30, was 47 yeas to 52 nays.
NAYS: Tuberville R-AL, Britt R-AL
Senate Vote 4:
IRAN WAR: The Senate has rejected a motion to discharge from its Foreign Relations Committee a bill (S.J. Res. 181), sponsored by Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that would have required the end of combat action against Iran in the absence of Congressional authorization. Gillibrand said Congress owed members of the military "a sacred obligation. We do not send them into harm's way without a clear mission, defined objectives, and the support of the American people." The vote to discharge, on July 30, was 49 yeas to 50 nays.
NAYS: Tuberville R-AL, Britt R-AL
Senate Vote 5:
EN BLOC NOMINEES: The Senate has passed a bill (S. Res. 817), sponsored by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to provide for en bloc consideration of 74 presidential nominees to various positions, including ambassadors to Brazil and Norway, several judges, and other judicial branch nominees. The vote, on July 30, was 50 yeas to 47 nays.
YEAS: Tuberville R-AL, Britt R-AL
For more information about Targeted News Service, please contact Myron Struck, editor, 703/304-1897, editor@targetednews.com; for technical questions about transmission or for retransmissions, please contact Kevin Meek, kevin@targetednews.com.
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