John Fetterman

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John's record on Budget & taxes

251 records, Mar 02, 2023 Jul 30, 2026 · 169 votes (31 against the majority) · 82 statements

JULY 2026

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect CFTC Whistleblowers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of National Whistleblower Day, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) introduced the CFTC Whistleblower Protection and Program Improvement Act to provide long-term stability to the Commodity…

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Fetterman, Thune, Fischer, Introduce Legislation to Improve the FCC’s Broadband Mapping Process

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), John Thune (R-SD), and Deb Fischer (R-NE) introduced the Broadband Mapping Accurate Providers (MAP) Act of 2026, bipartisan legislation that directs the Federal…

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Fetterman Joins Colleagues in Reintroducing Federal Marijuana Legalization Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined his Senate Democratic colleagues in reintroducing the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, comprehensive legislation that would end the harmful federal prohibition of…

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Pennsylvania Wins “BEST IN SHOW” at the Great American State Fair

Pennsylvania pavilion was named top state exhibit during America’s 250th Anniversary celebration on the National Mall – a win Senators Fetterman and McCormick say belongs to all of Pennsylvania WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Pennsylvania…

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Fetterman Secures $25 Million for Colebrookdale Railroad Project

BRADDOCK, PA — This week, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a $25 million grant award for a railway improvement project along the Colebrookdale Railroad in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The award comes after U.S.…

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3 votes with the majority

JUNE 2026

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Fetterman Urges Federal Reserve to Expedite Payment Speeds for Working Families and Small Businesses

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) penned a letter to Federal Reserve Board Chairman Kevin Warsh urging the board to begin rulemaking under the 1987 Expedited Funds Availability Act to expedite payments and…

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Fetterman Statement on DHS Cancelling Pennsylvania ICE Detention Center Plans

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following reports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) cancelled its plans to repurpose warehouse facilities in Tremont and Upper Bern Townships into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers,…

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3 votes with the majority

APRIL 2026

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In Letter to DHS Secretary Mullin, Fetterman Reiterates Opposition on Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following his original letter to former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) today sent a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin reiterating his opposition to…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined U.S. Senators Jim Justice (R-WV), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Michael Bennet (D-CO) in introducing the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act to allow Supplemental Nutrition…

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3 votes with the majority

MARCH 2026

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 53–47 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–46 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 47–37 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 51–46 in U.S. Senate.

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Inquirer: Fetterman, McCormick: Here’s why we’re behind a bipartisan plan to help first-time home buyers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) penned a Philadelphia Inquirer op-ed in support of the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act discussing its importance for Pennsylvanians and all…

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Fetterman Secures $8.47 Million for Transit Ahead of the FIFA World Cup

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $8.47 million in federal funding to support the Philadelphia area’s public transit needs during the FIFA World Cup this summer. “I’m proud to have secured critical…

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 51–45 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Expand Nutrition Assistance for Puerto Rico

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Democratic Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) introduced the Puerto Rico Nutrition Assistance Fairness Act to address inequalities in food…

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1 vote with the majority

FEBRUARY 2026

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect SNAP Benefits Against Theft

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (D-NY-10) and Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) introduced their bipartisan, bicameral Enhanced Cybersecurity…

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 50–45 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 7147On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, an…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 52–47 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman Secures Nearly $300 Million in Federal Funds for Pennsylvania Projects

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $289,366,974 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) funding was included in the eleven FY26 Appropriations bills signed into law, supporting 121 projects…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Urge Extension of Library Passport Acceptance Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the Trump administration banning local libraries as passport acceptance facilities, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led his colleagues in a bipartisan and bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco…

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Fetterman Criticizes Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses in Letter to DHS Secretary Noem

BRADDOCK, PA – Following reports of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) intention to convert two recently purchased warehouse facilities into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers, U.S. Senator John…

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3 votes with the majority

JANUARY 2026

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✓ YESH.R. 7148On Passage of the Bill — A bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other p…

Bill Passed 71–29 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman Statement on Department of Homeland Security in Minnesota, Minibus Appropriations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) released a statement responding to growing concerns over the Department of Homeland Security and the upcoming minibus appropriations vote: “Ms. Good and Mr. Pretti should still…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Cap Credit Card Late Fees at $8

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Credit Card Fairness Act, legislation that would put into statute the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s popular…

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5 votes with the majority

NOVEMBER 2025

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Motion to Proceed Agreed to 60–40 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Passage of the Bill — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Bill Passed 60–40 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On the Cloture Motion — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture Motion Agreed to 60–40 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to 60–40 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–44 in U.S. Senate.

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1 vote with the majority

OCTOBER 2025

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–45 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESS. 3012On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill to appropriate funds for pay and allowances of excepted Federal employees for periods of wor…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–45 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–46 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 4016On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30,…

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 50–44 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 51–45 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman Statement on Vote to Consider House’s Defense Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) voted to consider H.R.4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026. Senator Fetterman released the following statement: “I voted YES to start considering the House’s…

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 51–44 in U.S. Senate.

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vote · against the majority

✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–45 in U.S. Senate.

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vote · against the majority

✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–45 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 52–42 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 54–44 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 55–45 in U.S. Senate.

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9 votes with the majority

SEPTEMBER 2025

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Passage of the Bill — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Bill Defeated 55–45 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman Statement on Government Shutdown

Washington, D.C. – Tonight, the federal government will officially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the September 30 deadline. U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) released the following statement: “It’s a sad…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Reintroduce the Billionaires Income Tax Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR) and 19 other colleagues reintroduced the Billionaires Income Tax Act, legislation that would close loopholes and ensure billionaires pay their fair share in…

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Fetterman, Houlahan Back Court Fight Against Trump Admin Cuts to USDA Farm and Food Programs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-06) filed an amicus brief in support of a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration. The lawsuit challenges the…

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✓ YESH.R. 5371On Passage of the Bill — A bill making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Bill Defeated 44–48 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman, Colleagues Urge Administration to Reinstate Fair Pay Rule for Workers with Disabilities

WASHINGTON, D.C – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) and eight of his Senate colleagues urged the U.S. Department of Labor to reverse its July decision to cancel a proposed rule to end the subminimum wage program, which allows…

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7 votes with the majority

JULY 2025

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The Philadelphia Inquirer: A bipartisan Senate housing bill includes a national version of a Pa. home repair program

Sen. John Fetterman has sought to replicate state Sen. Nikil Saval’s Whole Home Repairs policy, which created a grant program for homeowners and small landlords to fix their properties. By Jake Blumgart Washington, D.C. Tuesday saw a rare…

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Fetterman Backs Effort to Rein in Corporate Greed and Cut Costs for Pennsylvania Families

Text of Bill (PDF) | Bill One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) co-sponsored the Price Gouging Prevention Act, a bill that helps the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general stop…

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Philadelphia Inquirer: Senate to vote on cuts to NPR and PBS. Here’s how WHYY and other Pa. stations would be impacted.

“Mr. Rogers, a Pittsburgh icon, taught us kindness and empathy. My wife, Gisele, learned English watching PBS,” said U.S. Sen. John Fetterman (D., Pa.), who opposes the federal cuts. By: Rob Tornoe Washington, D.C. – With Republicans on…

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Fetterman Votes “HELL NO” on GOP’s Big Beautiful Bill

Reconciliation Bill Blows Up Debt, Guts Medicaid and SNAP, Hands Tax Breaks to the Top 0.1% Washington, D.C. — Today, with the United States deadlocked 50–50 final vote, Vice President Vance cast the tie-breaking vote to pass…

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18 votes with the majority

JUNE 2025

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Fetterman, Cornyn, Cortez Masto, Ernst Introduce Legislation Making Tax Filing Easier for Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), John Cornyn (R-TX), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced the Survivors Assistance for Fear-free and Easy Tax Filing (SAFE Tax Filing) Act of…

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Fetterman, Hagerty, Padilla, Hawley Introduce Bill to Fully Support Families of Fallen Federal Workers

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Border Management, Federal Workforce and Regulatory Affairs, led Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Josh Hawley (R-MO)…

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ICYMI: Fetterman, Duckworth, Colleagues Demand Answers on Un-American Transgender Military Ban

Washington, D.C. – On June 5, 2025, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined 21 of their Senate Democratic colleagues in urging Defense Secretary Hegseth to reverse course and not implement the Trump…

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Fetterman, McCormick Applaud Progress on Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, Call for Increased School Meal Flexibility

Washington, D.C. – Today, the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry overwhelming passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act by voice vote. United States Senator Fetterman (D-PA), a member of the committee, was proud to…

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3 votes with the majority

MAY 2025

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Fetterman Demands Answers as Trump Admin Encourages Max $200k Pay for Political Appointees While Firing Veterans, Cancer Researchers, & More

“Padding the pockets of political operatives while firing food safety inspectors is nothing short of an egregious abuse of taxpayer dollars.” Washington, D.C. – On May 28, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined his colleagues in a…

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ICYMI: Fetterman Joins Welch, Shaheen, Colleagues in Call to Protect ENERGY STAR

The ENERGY STAR program has saved American families and businesses $500 billion since 1992 Washington, D.C. – On May 20, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senator Peter Welch (D-VT), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture…

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Senators Fetterman, Kelly, Young, Murkowski, and Colleagues Introduce SHIPS for America Act to Boost American Shipbuilding, Strengthen US Economy and National Security

Washington, D.C. – On April 30, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Todd Young (R-IN), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) to introduce the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security…

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Fetterman, Cotton, Deluzio Introduce Bill to Invest in American Military Depots

Washington, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced the Depot Investment Reform Act to help military depots across the United States respond to rapidly changing national security needs around…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Push to Revive Successful Program and Defend American Workers from Unfair Trade Policies

Trade Adjustment Assistance Reauthorization Act would restore job training, income support, and relocation help for displaced workers through 2031 Washington, D.C. – On April 11, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D‑PA) joined Senators Gary…

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2 votes with the majority

APRIL 2025

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Fetterman, Meng, Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Return Stolen SNAP Benefits

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-NY-06), and Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) introduced the Fairness for Victims of SNAP Skimming Act, legislation to make sure that people don’t go…

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Fetterman Reacts to Drastic SEPTA Cuts, Dismantling of Philadelphia Public Transit System

Washington, D.C. – Today, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority (SEPTA) announced a proposed plan to achieve a required balance budget if the state does not pass a permanent funding solution. This plan would cut service by 45% by…

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Senators Fetterman, Schiff Introduce Legislation to Support Organic Farmers, Increase Agricultural Research

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) introduced the Organic Science and Research Investment Act. By ensuring organics research is prioritized at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…

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Fetterman Rejects GOP Budget Slashing Medicaid, SNAP for Billionaire Tax Breaks

Washington, D.C. – Today, the United States Senate passed the 2025 Budget Resolution along party lines after Senate Republicans blocked 19 amendments to protect Americans’ Medicaid, Medicare and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…

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Fetterman, Van Hollen, Huffman Push Bill to End Decades of Underfunding in Special Education

Legislation would guarantee full federal funding for IDEA, fulfilling a 50-year-old promise to America’s students and families Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and U.S.…

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Fetterman Leads Bipartisan Bill to Provide More Flexible Milk Options in School Lunches

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman [D-PA], along with his colleagues Sens. John Kennedy [R-LA] and Cory Booker [D-NJ], introduced the Freedom in School Cafeterias and Lunches (FISCAL) Act. This…

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3 votes with the majority

MARCH 2025

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✓ YESH.J.Res. 25On the Motion to Proceed — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of …

Motion to Proceed Agreed to 70–28 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.J.Res. 25On the Joint Resolution — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…

Joint Resolution Passed 70–28 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESH.R. 1968On the Cloture Motion — A bill making further continuing appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending September 30, 202…

Cloture Motion Agreed to 62–38 in U.S. Senate.

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Fetterman Rejects Chaos, Votes to Prevent Government Shutdown

Washington, D.C. – Today, by a vote of 54-46, the United States Senate passed H.R. 1968, The Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act for Fiscal Year 2025, along party lines. U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) voted to invoke…

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✓ YESS.J.Res. 3On the Motion to Proceed — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of …

Motion to Proceed Agreed to 70–28 in U.S. Senate.

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✓ YESS.J.Res. 3On the Joint Resolution — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…

Joint Resolution Passed 70–27 in U.S. Senate.

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3 votes with the majority

FEBRUARY 2025

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Fetterman Presses Defense Department to Modernize Mental Health Support for Servicemembers

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) sent a letter to Lieutenant General Telita Crosland, Director of the Defense Health Agency, urging the Department of Defense (DoD) to consider allocating funds for new mental…

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11 votes with the majority

JANUARY 2025

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Fetterman Delivers Nearly $15 Million in Federal Aid for Hurricane Debby Recovery in Pennsylvania

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman announced a $14.62 million allocation of federal disaster recovery funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help North Central Pennsylvania rebuild and…

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SEPTEMBER 2024

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Fetterman, Cornyn Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Mental Health Care Access for Selected Reservists

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and John Cornyn (R-TX) introduced the Affordable Mental Health Care for Selected Reserve Act, a bipartisan effort to remove cost-sharing barriers that prevent Selected Reserve…

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Fetterman Introduces the Tenants’ Right to Organize Act

“Just as labor unions help workers stand together for fair treatment, the Tenants’ Right to Organize Act will empower renters to come together and make positive changes in their homes and neighborhoods.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator…

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