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Tom Cotton has called for a reduction in U.S. foreign aid, particularly to organizations he believes are linked to terrorism, such as UNRWA, which he has urged to be dismantled.
Tom Cotton has called for a reduction in U.S. foreign aid, particularly to organizations he believes are linked to terrorism, such as UNRWA, which he has urged to be dismantled.
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
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Tom Cotton opposes expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways, advocating instead for stricter immigration controls and opposing any form of amnesty for illegal immigrants.
Tom Cotton opposes expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways, advocating instead for stricter immigration controls and opposing any form of amnesty for illegal immigrants.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
“No so-called "earned path to citizenship": Strongly Opposes topic 12”
Cotton advocates for maintaining a strong national defense and has been critical of any measures that would reduce defense spending. He has expressed concerns over the potential risks to national security posed by cuts to military funding.
Cotton advocates for maintaining a strong national defense and has been critical of any measures that would reduce defense spending. He has expressed concerns over the potential risks to national security posed by cuts to military funding.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Tom Cotton has consistently opposed legal access to abortion, advocating for state-level decisions on the matter. He has described Roe v. Wade as a "tragic mistake" and supports legislation that restricts abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Tom Cotton has consistently opposed legal access to abortion, advocating for state-level decisions on the matter. He has described Roe v. Wade as a "tragic mistake" and supports legislation that restricts abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
“Cotton has said that Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey were "wrongly decided as a constitutional matter" and that the legality of abortion should be up to politicians in the individual states.”
“Roe v. Wade was wrongly decided; let states decide. (Sep 2020)”
Tom Cotton strongly supports gun rights and opposes stricter firearms regulation. He has an A rating from the NRA and has co-sponsored legislation that promotes concealed carry reciprocity across states.
Tom Cotton strongly supports gun rights and opposes stricter firearms regulation. He has an A rating from the NRA and has co-sponsored legislation that promotes concealed carry reciprocity across states.
“Cotton has an A grade from the National Rifle Association (NRA), which endorsed him in the 2014 election.”
“Defend our Second Amendment rights: Strongly Favors topic 10”
Tom Cotton opposes the Affordable Care Act and has called for its repeal. He has described the ACA as offensive to a free society and supports a free-market approach to healthcare. Cotton has also advocated for cutting off the purchase of China-made drugs and has introduced legislation aimed at this goal.
Tom Cotton opposes the Affordable Care Act and has called for its repeal. He has described the ACA as offensive to a free society and supports a free-market approach to healthcare. Cotton has also advocated for cutting off the purchase of China-made drugs and has introduced legislation aimed at this goal.
“Fight against unconstitutional laws like ObamaCare. (Nov 2012)”
Tom Cotton has criticized ranked-choice voting, calling it a scam to rig elections. He has expressed concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and has advocated for measures that he believes would ensure fair elections.
Tom Cotton has criticized ranked-choice voting, calling it a scam to rig elections. He has expressed concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and has advocated for measures that he believes would ensure fair elections.
“Ranked-choice voting 'is a scam to rig elections'. (Sep 2022)”
Cotton supports free trade agreements and lower tariffs, advocating for policies that promote American economic interests abroad while being critical of trade practices that he views as harmful to U.S. workers.
Cotton supports free trade agreements and lower tariffs, advocating for policies that promote American economic interests abroad while being critical of trade practices that he views as harmful to U.S. workers.
“Implement USMCA for improved North American trade.”
Cotton has expressed opposition to reducing criminal penalties for drug offenses and has stated that the U.S. has an under-incarceration problem. He rejected claims of over-incarceration and opposed bipartisan criminal justice reform efforts, arguing that they would destabilize the country.
Cotton has expressed opposition to reducing criminal penalties for drug offenses and has stated that the U.S. has an under-incarceration problem. He rejected claims of over-incarceration and opposed bipartisan criminal justice reform efforts, arguing that they would destabilize the country.
Cotton has expressed opposition to stronger federal protections against discrimination, arguing that policies aimed at equity can discriminate based on race. He has criticized affirmative action and supports traditional marriage.
Cotton has expressed opposition to stronger federal protections against discrimination, arguing that policies aimed at equity can discriminate based on race. He has criticized affirmative action and supports traditional marriage.
“So-called equity policies discriminate on the basis of race.”
Position extraction pending on 11 issues: Economy & Jobs, Climate, Taxes, Education, School Curriculum, Tech Regulation, Elections & Campaigns, Public Health, Drug & Addiction Policy, Religion & Public Life, Disaster Response.
Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: The bill aims to extend detention for certain aliens, which aligns with strict immigration policies and the opposition to pathways to citizenship.
Jul 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
Why: Cosponsoring the Sanctioning Russia Act directly supports a hawkish foreign policy stance by advocating for strong measures against a geopolitical adversary, aligning with the stated position.
View source →Jun 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill to extend surveillance authorities directly supports the position of maintaining strong national defense and countering perceived threats.
View source →Jun 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill to extend surveillance authorities directly supports the position of maintaining strong national defense and countering perceived threats.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: Cosponsoring the Mandatory E-Verify Act directly supports strict immigration policies by enforcing employment verification, aligning with the stated opposition to pathways to citizenship.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
By Senator Cotton from Select Committee on Intelligence filed written report. Report No. 119-133. Additional and Minority views filed.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring the Intelligence Authorization Act directly supports national defense and intelligence operations, aligning closely with the stated position of maintaining a strong national defense.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Cosponsoring the Blocking CCP Spy Tech Act directly supports the stated position of maintaining a strong national defense by addressing threats posed by foreign adversaries.
View source →May 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring the No Safe Haven for Terrorist Families Act directly supports the stated position of maintaining a strong national defense and countering terrorism.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Became Public Law No: 119-87.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill to extend surveillance authorities directly supports the position of maintaining a strong national defense and countering perceived threats.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill focused on airspace defense directly supports the stated position of maintaining a strong national defense and countering threats.
View source →Apr 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Cloture motion on the motion to proceed withdrawn by unanimous consent in Senate. (CR S2249)
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill to extend surveillance capabilities directly supports a strong national defense and counter-terrorism efforts, aligning with the stated position.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill to extend surveillance provisions directly supports national security efforts, aligning with the stated position of maintaining a strong defense and countering threats.
View source →Mar 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: Sponsoring a bill focused on enhancing national security through robotics directly supports the stated position of maintaining a strong national defense.
View source →Sep 30, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: Sponsoring the Visa Cap Enforcement Act directly supports stricter immigration policies, aligning with the stated opposition to pathways to citizenship and advocating for limits on legal immigration.
View source →Mar 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
Why: Cosponsoring the act indicates a focus on designating groups associated with terrorism, aligning with the stated opposition to foreign aid that could support such organizations.
View source →Jun 3, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton has an A grade from the National Rifle Association (NRA), which endorsed him in the 2014 election.”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill aimed at protecting federal firearms licensees suggests support for gun rights and contradicts the stated opposition to stricter firearms regulations.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Cosponsoring the Safer Prisons Act, which likely aims to reform incarceration practices, contradicts the stated opposition to reducing criminal penalties and the belief in an under-incarceration problem.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: Sponsoring a bill that likely addresses naturalization processes contradicts the stated opposition to immigration reform that includes pathways to citizenship.
View source →Jul 15, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: Sponsoring a bill that seeks to clarify citizenship provisions contradicts the stated opposition to immigration reform that includes pathways to citizenship.
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Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated foreign policy position.
View source →Jun 4, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated position.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“Cotton and the 24 GOP senators wrote a letter to the president Monday highlighting recent findings from a federal watchdog about UN Relief and Works Agency employees who participated with Hamas.”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated position on foreign policy.
View source →Mar 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cotton's 2012 campaign website stated, "We cannot afford to grant illegal aliens amnesty or a so-called 'earned path to citizenship'."”
Why: The measure's content is unclear from the provided information, making it difficult to determine its alignment with the stated position on immigration.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: The measure's content is unclear from the title alone, making it difficult to determine its alignment with the stated position on national security.
View source →May 8, 2025 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
“Opposes reducing defense spending.”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it relates to the stated position on national security.
View source →Jul 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Why: Tagged to Climate, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
Jul 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Implement USMCA for improved North American trade.”
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 →Jul 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 106.
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 30, 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.
View source →Apr 22, 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.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Tagged to Drug & Addiction Policy, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Tagged to Climate, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“Implement USMCA for improved North American trade.”
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 →Mar 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Why: Tagged to Climate, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S8782)
Why: Tagged to Public Health, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Climate, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Star Print ordered on the bill.
“Fight against unconstitutional laws like ObamaCare. (Nov 2012)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, 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 Energy and Natural Resources.
Why: Tagged to Climate, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Aug 4, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4425; text: CR S4436-4437)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Star Print ordered on the resolution.
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 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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 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 →Jun 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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 10, 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
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2518)
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 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 →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 30, 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 →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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 25, 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 →Mar 25, 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 18, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 301.
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
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 →Mar 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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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