Richard Blumenthal
Senator · CT · D
Current term Jan 3, 2023 – Jan 3, 2029 · In the Senate since Jan 5, 2011
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Senator · CT · D
Current term Jan 3, 2023 – Jan 3, 2029 · In the Senate since Jan 5, 2011
Official websiteContact formBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
833 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
Introduced Sep 23, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 23, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced Sep 23, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Sep 23, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S. 5460 · Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 23, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Sep 23, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
S. 5456 · Stop Social Security Garnishment Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 22, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 22, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Sep 22, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S. 5447 · FAIR Fees Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 22, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 22, 2026 · original cosponsor · Transportation and Public Works
Latest action (Sep 22, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S. 5446 · Cash Refunds for Flight Cancellations Act
Introduced Sep 22, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 22, 2026 · original cosponsor · Transportation and Public Works
Latest action (Sep 22, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S.Res. 868 · A resolution recognizing September 20, 2026, as "National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day".
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text: CR S4803-4804)
S.Res. 864 · A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 19 through September 26, 2026, as "National Estuaries Week".
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Environmental Protection
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S4801-4802)
S.Res. 863 · A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of September 13 through 19, 2026, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Sep 23, 2026): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4958)
S.Res. 862 · A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Arts, Culture, Religion
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
Introduced Sep 17, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 17, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.Res. 859 · A resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4762-4763; text: CR S4760-4761)
S. 5406 · VA Salary Cap Waiver Adjustment Act
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.Res. 854 · A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4737-4738)
S.J.Res. 214 · A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S. 5403 · Debt-Free College Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.Res. 852 · A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 29, 2026): Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 51. Record Vote Number: 252. (consideration: CR S5158-5159)
S.J.Res. 213 · A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media".
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Immigration
Latest action (Sep 17, 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 668.
S. 5390 · End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Foreign Trade and International Finance
Latest action (Sep 14, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S4673-4674)
S. 5389 · Ending Presidential Corruption in Banking Act
Introduced Sep 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · original cosponsor · Finance and Financial Sector
Latest action (Sep 14, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.Res. 843 · A resolution expressing support for the designation of the first week of August 2026, as "National Community Health Center Week", encouraging all people of the United States to participate by visiting their local community health center, and celebrating the important partnership between community health centers and the communities they serve.
Introduced Aug 7, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 7, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Aug 7, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4553; text: CR S4568-4569)
Introduced Aug 7, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 7, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Aug 7, 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.Res. 841 · A resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the independence of Ukraine from the former Soviet Union.
Introduced Aug 6, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 6, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Aug 6, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
S.Res. 837 · A resolution designating the week of August 22 through August 30, 2026, as "National Park Week".
Introduced Aug 6, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 6, 2026 · original cosponsor · Public Lands and Natural Resources
Latest action (Aug 6, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
S.Res. 836 · A resolution designating August 16, 2026, as "National Airborne Day".
Introduced Aug 6, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 6, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Aug 6, 2026): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4530; text: CR S4524)