Sen. Cory A. Booker (D-NJ): Voting Record & 2026 Race

Key votes cast by Sen. Booker in the 119th Congress, newest first
DATE	MEASURE	VOTE	DEM MAJORITY	RESULT
SEP 30	PN1129Confirmation: Keith Sonderling	NAY	NAY 39–0	Confirmed 47–41
SEP 30	PN1129Cloture: Keith Sonderling nomination	NAY	NAY 45–0	Agreed 53–47
SEP 30	H.R. 9340Cloture on proceeding: Ratepayer Protection Act	NAY	NAY 41–4	Rejected 57–4360 NEEDED
SEP 30	H.R. 7008Cloture on proceeding: Stop Insider Trading Act	NAY	NAY 45–0	Rejected 53–4760 NEEDED
SEP 29	S.Res. 852A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to sectio…	YEA	YEA 44–1	Rejected 47–51
SEP 29	S.J.Res. 197Motion to proceed: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapt…	YEA	YEA 45–0	Rejected 48–51
SEP 28	S. 4668Protect College Sports Act of 2026BROKE W/ PARTY	NAY	YEA 26–19	Passed 77–22
SEP 24	H.Con.Res. 89Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove…	YEA	YEA 43–1	Rejected 49–50
SEP 24	S. 4668Cloture: Protect College Sports Act of 2026	NAY	SPLIT 24–21	Agreed 74–2560 NEEDED
SEP 23	PN999-1Confirmation: Angela Veronica Colmenero	NAY	NAY 45–0	Confirmed 50–47
SEP 22	S.Amdt. 6776Cloture: substitute amendment to Protect College Sports Act of 2026BROKE W/ PARTY	NAY	YEA 22–17	Agreed 70–2160 NEEDED
SEP 22	PN999-1Cloture: Angela Veronica Colmenero nomination	NAY	NAY 41–0	Agreed 52–43
SEP 17	PN999-4Confirmation: Kasdin Miller Mitchell	NAY	NAY 43–0	Confirmed 49–45
SEP 17	PN999-4Cloture: Kasdin Miller Mitchell nomination	NAY	NAY 45–0	Agreed 49–47
SEP 15	S. 4668Cloture on proceeding: Protect College Sports Act of 2026BROKE W/ PARTY	NAY	YEA 24–19	Agreed 74–2460 NEEDED
SEP 15	H.R. 3633Cloture on proceeding: CLARITY Act of 2025	NAY	NAY 44–0	Rejected 49–5060 NEEDED
SEP 15	PN1093-3Confirmation: Matthew R. Byrne	NAY	NAY 44–0	Confirmed 52–45
SEP 14	PN1093-3Cloture: Matthew R. Byrne nomination	NAY	NAY 44–0	Agreed 47–46
AUG 08	S. 5271Cloture on proceeding: A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require voter…	NAY	NAY 44–0	Rejected 52–4660 NEEDED
AUG 08	PN1078Confirmation: Todd Blanche	NAY	NAY 45–0	Confirmed 50–49
AUG 08	PN1078Cloture: Todd Blanche nomination	NAY	NAY 45–0	Agreed 50–49
AUG 08	H.R. 6500Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027	YEA	YEA 42–3	Passed 90–660 NEEDED
AUG 07	S.Amdt. 6732Cloture: substitute amendment to Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027	YEA	YEA 42–3	Agreed 91–660 NEEDED
AUG 07	Confirmation: 74 nominations en bloc	NAY	NAY 45–0	Confirmed 51–47
AUG 07	H.R. 5334Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026	YEA	YEA 36–9	Passed 86–1160 NEEDED

Bills sponsored in the 119th Congress, with each bill’s stage and cosponsors
BILL	TITLE · POLICY AREA	STAGE	COSPON.
S. 355	FDA Modernization Act 3.0HEALTH	Passed Senate	9 COSPON.
S. 4443	Eastern Mediterranean Gateway ActINTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS	Out of committee	11 COSPON.
S.J.Res. 154	A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Equal Credit Opportunity (Regulation B); Revocations or Unfavorable Changes to the Terms of Existing Credit Arrangements".FINANCE AND FINANCIAL SECTOR	Out of committee	0 COSPON.
S. 2018	A bill to modify certain limitations and exclusions regarding defense articles and requirements regarding security assistance and sales with respect to the Republic of Cyprus.INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS	Out of committee	1 COSPON.
S. 5680	A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to rename, redesignate, or otherwise change the name of the vessel designated as CVN-81 from the "USS Doris Miller".	Introduced	0 COSPON.
S. 5679	A bill to prohibit the naming or renaming of a Naval vessel for an individual serving as the President or Vice President.	Introduced	0 COSPON.
S. 5678	A bill to require the Secretary of the Navy to establish a process for naming of Naval vessels, and for other purposes.	Introduced	0 COSPON.
S. 5631	A bill to amend the Small Business Act to create a program to provide funding for organizations that support startup businesses in formation and early growth stages by providing entrepreneurs with resources and services to produce viable businesses, and for other purposes.	Introduced	3 COSPON.
S. 5627	A bill to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to improve access to care for all Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries through models tested under the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation, and for other purposes.	Introduced	0 COSPON.
S. 5566	A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to establish a Public Service Educational Assistance Program to provide educational assistance to the dependents of public service employees, and for other purposes.	Introduced	0 COSPON.
S. 5565	A bill to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of Federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes.	Introduced	19 COSPON.
S. 5564	A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out activities relating to neglected diseases of poverty.	Introduced	0 COSPON.

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Washington ExaminerJul 12

Cory Booker says Lindsey Graham 'got things done' in bipartisan tribute

Booker paid tribute to Graham and recalled their bipartisan work on criminal justice reform.

Congress79%

The Philadelphia InquirerSep 25

Andy Kim and Cory Booker call on NJ lieutenant governor to resign after report finds evidence of sexual harassment

Cory Booker said Caldwell should resign and endorsed the governor’s criticism of the conduct described in the report.

Ethics86%

NJ.comSep 25

As N.J. housing costs soar, Booker proposes $300B plan to build homes near transit

Booker introduced a federal proposal to expand affordable housing near transit and invest $300 billion in the national Housing Trust Fund.

Housing80%

The Washington TimesSep 19

Kennedy dubs Booker 'prime minister of cool' as senators launch influencer caucus

Booker co-founded the Creators Caucus and described how online creators have informed his reading and policy interests.

Tech & privacy▲ 3 · ▼ 1

gorgenewscenter.comSep 16

Merkley, Booker, Grassley, Hinson, and Adams Lead Bipartisan Push for Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness

Booker called for research, better data and maternal health care to help prevent stillbirths.

Health care80%

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NJ.comSep 27

Christie, Booker, Sherrill, Kim in '28? It's possible | Mikie's World

Booker said he will decide after his Senate re-election campaign whether to consider a presidential run.

Elections58%

NBC News4d ago

New legislation aims to block renaming aircraft carrier after Trump

Booker plans to introduce three bills addressing the proposed renaming of the USS Doris Miller.

Defense54%

centraljersey.com5d ago

Booker Pushes Back on GOP Attacks as Jack Smith Testifies to Senate Panel

Booker defended Smith and criticized Republican efforts to pursue him during the Senate hearing.

Criminal justice50%

Quiver Quantitative6d ago

Press Release: Ayanna Pressley, Cory Booker Reintroduce Bill to Repeal Helms Amendment - Quiver Quantitative

Cory Booker is among the lawmakers reintroducing a bill to repeal the Helms Amendment.

Abortion▲ 1 · ▼ 1

VarietySep 28

Paramount and States Defend Antitrust Settlement From Sen. Booker’s Criticisms

Booker argued that the settlement would not adequately remedy harms from the merger and raised concerns about its oversight provisions.

Economy50%

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Tampa Free Press6d ago

New Jersey Senator Repeats Debunked Claim That Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick Died From ‘Savage Beating’

Booker said Sicknick died after a beating, a claim the article contrasts with the official autopsy findings.

Congress87%

New York PostSep 15

Dems grill Patel on sex with animals, drinking on the job, frat boy goals in off-the-rails hearing: 'Shut up'

Booker delivered an extended rebuke of Patel and clashed with the committee chair over his allotted time.

Ethics75%

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Washington ExaminerJul 12 · 2 MIN READ

Cory Booker says Lindsey Graham 'got things done' in bipartisan tribute

Booker paid tribute to Graham and recalled their bipartisan work on criminal justice reform.

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