U.S. Senator from Iowa · Class III
Chuck Grassley
Position · +0.36
- In office
- Senate 1981–now
House 1975–1981
51 years in CongressMore senior than 100% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Armed Forces and National Security 20% · Economics and Public Finance 2%
- Committees
- Taxation · Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry · Finance
- Bills on
- Crime and Law Enforcement · Health · Education
- Age
- 93
Bottom line
Where Grassley has influence
Roles
- Chairman · Judiciary
- Chairman · Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy (Finance)
- Taxation · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
- Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry · 9th in seniority on the majority side
- Finance · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
- Budget · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
- United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 1133 Sunshine in the Courtroom Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 180 Protecting First Responders from Secondary Exposure Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 527 Prescription Pricing for the People Act of 2025 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Grassley’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Grassley breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Grassley voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Armed Forces and National Security 20% · 2 of 10 party 0%
- Economics and Public Finance 2% · 3 of 168 party 1%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Grassley broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 08/08/26 | Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027On the Motion to Table · This bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations for federal agencies and extends various expiring programs and authorities.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Concurrent Resolution · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Amendment · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Amendment · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Motion · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Motion · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Amendment · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for… | Not voting |
| 01/30/26 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On the Amendment · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Grassley is saying
All 76 statements and posts-
Q&A: Runaway Government Weaponization Hurts Iowans
Criticized Justice Department's criminal investigations against President Trump as government weaponization.
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Grassley, Klobuchar Lead Effort to Extend Key Tax Credit for Small Agri-Biodiesel Producers
Introduced bipartisan bill to extend tax credit for small biodiesel producers through 2029.
“Biofuels support over 31,000 jobs across Iowa. They’re good for the rural economy, good for national security and good for the environment. This credit gives small biodiesel producers the certainty they need to plan investments in rural communities and to create or maintain good paying jobs while doing their part to…”
Small Agri-Biodiesel Producer Credit ExtensionFuel PricesAI-read
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Grassley, Blumenthal Work to Strengthen Democracy and Stability in Serbia
Introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen democracy and combat authoritarian influence in Serbia.
“Serbia plays a critical role in preserving peace and security in the Western Balkans. It’s critical to prevent Russia, China or Iran from influencing Serbia and destabilizing the region. Our bipartisan legislation would help strengthen Serbia’s democratic institutions, and it contains key accountability measures like…”
Serbia Democratic Strengthening ActInternational AffairsAI-read
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Grassley Presents Congressional Adoption Award to Iowa Nonprofit, My G.E.A.R. Outreach
Presented Congressional Adoption Award to Iowa nonprofit supporting foster youth.
“Every child deserves a welcoming and loving home. That’s why I appreciate My G.E.A.R. Outreach’s work to provide foster youth some sense of comfort and certainty as they face a tough transition. My G.E.A.R. Outreach’s generosity should inspire us all, as they work to improve conditions for foster youth across Iowa and…”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Grassley, Hassan Take Action to Improve Access to Cancer Screenings
Introduced bipartisan bill to improve cancer screening accessibility and transparency.
“Detecting cancer early can save lives. I know that based on the personal experience of my wife, Barbara, a nearly 40-year breast cancer survivor. Unfortunately, patients and providers are navigating a complex and confusing maze just to keep up with cancer screening recommendations. By making these recommendations more…”
Cancer AwarenessAI-read
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Criticized Senate Democrats for blocking bipartisan data center energy cost protection legislation.
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Grassley voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 20 of 100 in the Senate ┃ expected = average of 21 majority-party committee chairs
How far Grassley’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 67
- Action in committee 12
- Action beyond committee 11
- Passed chamber 8
- Became law 0
67 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 67 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Bills, 119th Congress
All 97 sponsored billsSponsored 97 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 248 (median 307.5), 34 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Crime and Law Enforcement, Health, Education.
- S. 5611 A bill to authorize certain actions with respect to Serbia.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 939 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that it values the active participation of the Republic of Kosovo as the state partner of the Iowa National Guard over the past 15 years.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 5583 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the small agri-biodiesel producer credit.Introduced Sep 29, 2026 In committee
- S. 1057 A bill to modify the requirements for transfers of United States defense articles and defense services among the Baltic states.International Affairs · Introduced Sep 29, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 927 A resolution designating the week beginning October 18, 2026, as "National Character Counts Week".Education · Introduced Sep 29, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 5520 SCREENS ActIntroduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 846 A resolution designating August 21, 2026, as "Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day".Health · Introduced Aug 7, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S.Res. 821 A resolution designating July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 222 | 100% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 189 | 38% | Pro |
| Other | 117 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 35 | 17% | Pro |
| Defense & national security | 34 | 97% | Pro |
| Energy & environment | 25 | 100% | Pro |
| Congress | 19 | 95% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 19 | 68% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 79% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 17 | 47% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 15 | 100% | Pro |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 14 | 100% | Pro |
| Energy | 13 | 100% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 77% | Pro |
| Sports and Recreation | 12 | 67% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 12 | 42% | Pro |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Health care | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 9 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Taxation | 7 | 57% | Pro |
| Budget & appropriations | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 6 | 17% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Health | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Education & families | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Education | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 2 | 0% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration & border | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Crime & justice | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Families | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RAlan ArmstrongOK Senate100%agreement
- RJames LankfordOK Senate99%agreement
- RPete RickettsNE Senate99%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Grassley most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Grassley’s campaign raised $328K: $224K (68%) from individuals and $53K (16%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $360K.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Grassley
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 22.
- Faspac Fareway Stores Inc PAC Corporate PAC
- Dla Piper LLP (US) Political Action Committee (Dla Piper PAC) Independent PAC
See how much each organization gave Grassley this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inGrassley’s own leadership PAC: Goldfinch PAC, The Hawkeye PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Grassley’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, IowaRepublican1981–present
- U.S. House, IA-3Republican1975–1981
Seat
- State
- Iowa
- Seat
- Class 3, senior senator
- Current term
- 2023–2029
- Age
- 93
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-3744
135 Hart Senate Office Building - District offices
- Davenport, Des Moines, Sioux City, Waterloo, Council Bluffs, Cedar Rapids
- Website
- grassley.senate.gov
- grassley
- senatorchuckgrassley
- YouTube
- senchuckgrassley
Elsewhere
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