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Kennedy supports stronger border security and has called for penalties for illegal immigration. He believes in maintaining legal immigration pathways, stating that legal immigration benefits the country.
Kennedy supports stronger border security and has called for penalties for illegal immigration. He believes in maintaining legal immigration pathways, stating that legal immigration benefits the country.
“Kennedy supports legal immigration, saying, 'Legal immigration makes the country better.'”
Kennedy is strongly opposed to abortion and supported the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade, stating that it corrects a legal and moral error by returning the issue to the states.
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Kennedy is strongly opposed to abortion and supported the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade, stating that it corrects a legal and moral error by returning the issue to the states.
“Kennedy is "strongly opposed" to abortion.”
Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which aims to phase down the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons, potent greenhouse gases. This indicates a level of support for federal action on emissions, although his overall stance on climate change is less clear.
Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which aims to phase down the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons, potent greenhouse gases. This indicates a level of support for federal action on emissions, although his overall stance on climate change is less clear.
“In 2019, Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which became law in December 2020.”
Kennedy has an 'A+' rating from the NRA and opposes stricter regulations on firearms, including a rule that would require gun owners to register certain firearms. He supports gun ownership for self-defense and emphasizes the importance of due process rights for veterans seeking assistance.
Kennedy has an 'A+' rating from the NRA and opposes stricter regulations on firearms, including a rule that would require gun owners to register certain firearms. He supports gun ownership for self-defense and emphasizes the importance of due process rights for veterans seeking assistance.
“Kennedy had an 'A' rating in 2016 and 'A+' rating in 2022 from the NRA Political Victory Fund.”
Kennedy supported efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act and has advocated for capping insulin prices. He has expressed a commitment to ensuring healthcare funding is directed towards health services rather than budget shortfalls.
Kennedy supported efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act and has advocated for capping insulin prices. He has expressed a commitment to ensuring healthcare funding is directed towards health services rather than budget shortfalls.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Kennedy supports school choice and has argued that parents should be able to choose the school their child attends, especially if their district is underperforming. He has also opposed President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, claiming it unfairly burdens those who have already paid off their debts.
Kennedy supports school choice and has argued that parents should be able to choose the school their child attends, especially if their district is underperforming. He has also opposed President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, claiming it unfairly burdens those who have already paid off their debts.
“He celebrated the Supreme Court's ruling against loan forgiveness, writing, 'Biden's attempt to cancel student debt was a woke injustice.'”
Kennedy opposed the First Step Act, arguing it did not adequately protect victims of crime and instead favored offenders. He has introduced legislation to increase penalties for drug offenses, particularly those involving fentanyl.
Kennedy opposed the First Step Act, arguing it did not adequately protect victims of crime and instead favored offenders. He has introduced legislation to increase penalties for drug offenses, particularly those involving fentanyl.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Position extraction pending on 6 issues: Foreign Aid, Taxes, School Curriculum, Voting Rights, Trade, Tech Regulation.
May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Why: Sponsoring the VICTIM Act, which aims to enhance protections for victims, directly aligns with the stated opposition to criminal justice reform measures perceived as insufficiently protective.
Jan 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S292)
“Kennedy is "strongly opposed" to abortion.”
Why: Cosponsoring the SAVE Moms and Babies Act, which aims to restrict abortion access, directly aligns with the stated opposition to abortion.
View source →Jan 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy is "strongly opposed" to abortion.”
Why: Cosponsoring the Life at Conception Act directly supports the stated opposition to abortion by seeking to establish legal personhood from conception.
View source →Jan 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy is "strongly opposed" to abortion.”
Why: Cosponsoring the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act aligns with the stated opposition to abortion by seeking to impose restrictions on abortion access.
View source →Nov 5, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Why: Sponsoring the Ideologically Motivated Violence Accountability Act aligns with the opposition to leniency in criminal justice, as it seeks to hold offenders accountable for violent acts.
View source →May 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Why: Sponsoring the Affordable Insulin Now Act aligns with the position of capping insulin prices, moving in the direction of healthcare affordability despite the overall opposition to the ACA.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Why: Cosponsoring the INSULIN Act, which aims to cap insulin prices, aligns with the stated position of directing healthcare funding towards health services.
View source →Feb 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 318.
“Kennedy supports legal immigration, saying, 'Legal immigration makes the country better.'”
Why: Cosponsoring the End Sanctuary Cities Act aligns with the stated position by advocating for stronger enforcement of immigration laws and border security.
View source →Feb 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
“In 2019, Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which became law in December 2020.”
Why: Cosponsoring the act supports climate policy by promoting ocean partnerships, which can contribute to broader climate change efforts, aligning with the stated position.
View source →Jan 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Why: Cosponsoring the Stop Sextortion Act aligns with the position of increasing penalties and protecting victims, as it addresses a specific crime and seeks to enhance legal consequences.
View source →Dec 2, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“He celebrated the Supreme Court's ruling against loan forgiveness, writing, 'Biden's attempt to cancel student debt was a woke injustice.'”
Why: Cosponsoring the Give Kids a Chance Act, which aims to improve educational opportunities, aligns with the stated support for measures to enhance public education.
View source →Nov 19, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“In 2019, Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which became law in December 2020.”
Why: Sponsoring the SPEED Act, which addresses hydrofluorocarbons, aligns with the stated support for climate change policy by targeting a specific source of greenhouse gas emissions.
View source →Nov 18, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“He celebrated the Supreme Court's ruling against loan forgiveness, writing, 'Biden's attempt to cancel student debt was a woke injustice.'”
Why: The Give Kids a Chance Act aims to improve educational opportunities, which aligns with the stated support for measures to enhance public education.
View source →Dec 4, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Why: Cosponsoring the Back the Blue Act, which emphasizes law enforcement and increased penalties, directly contradicts the stated opposition to criminal justice reform aimed at reducing incarceration.
View source →Jan 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S347)
“In 2019, Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which became law in December 2020.”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill that seeks to limit climate treaties contradicts the stated support for engaging in climate change policy, even if the legislation on hydrofluorocarbons indicates some willingness to address climate issues.
View source →Most are procedural sponsorships or actions on issues where this figure hasn't publicly stated a position. Highest-signal entries shown first.
May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Why: The Essential Caregivers Act aims to support healthcare access, which contrasts with the opposition to the ACA, but the specifics of the bill's provisions and their alignment with the stated opposition are unclear.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Why: The action does not directly address healthcare funding or services, leaving its alignment with the stated opposition to the ACA unclear.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“I intend to keep my promise to the people of Louisiana, to get rid of Obamacare.”
Why: The action of cosponsoring a bill related to conscience protections does not directly align with the stated opposition to the Affordable Care Act, but it also does not clearly advance or contradict the overall healthcare funding stance.
View source →Jan 7, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy supports legal immigration, saying, 'Legal immigration makes the country better.'”
Why: The action addresses illegal immigration but focuses specifically on a narrow issue (drunk driving) without a clear alignment with broader border security or legal immigration support.
View source →Dec 11, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Kennedy said the bill did not do enough to protect victims of crime, saying, 'This is not a criminal justice bill. It is a prisoner release bill.'”
Why: The action addresses police accountability, which has elements both for and against the stated opposition to criminal justice reform, making the relationship unclear.
View source →Dec 1, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
“In 2019, Kennedy introduced the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, which became law in December 2020.”
Why: The appropriations act may include funding relevant to climate initiatives, but without specific provisions targeting climate change, the relationship to the stated position is unclear.
View source →Apr 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Feb 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S611)
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Dec 9, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Nov 6, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Why: Tagged to Voting Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 30, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Trade, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 29, 2025 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S6839-6840)
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 10, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Aid, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 3, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 2, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 1, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480; text: CR S2478-2479)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 424.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381; text: CR S2380)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 18, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1011)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 3, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 9, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Feb 2, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S263; text: CR S261)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jan 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S8278-8279)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Dec 11, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Dec 11, 2025 · Congress.gov
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S90; text: CR 12/11/2025 S8677)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Dec 3, 2025 · Congress.gov
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2295)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Nov 19, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Nov 18, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Nov 10, 2025 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S8133-8134)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Nov 10, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Nov 10, 2025 · Congress.gov
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Oct 28, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Oct 28, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Oct 27, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Oct 20, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 30, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 29, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 18, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Aug 2, 2025 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5520; text: CR S5516)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 28, 2023 · Congress.gov
Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 118-591.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
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