U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania · Class I
David McCormick
Position · +0.60
- In office
- Senate 2025–now
1 year in CongressMore senior than 5% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 1%
- Committees
- Joint Economic Committee · Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs · Energy and Natural Resources
- Bills on
- Finance and Financial Sector · International Affairs · Foreign Trade and International Finance
- Age
- 61
Bottom line
Where McCormick has influence
Roles
- Chairman · Energy (Energy and Natural Resources)
- Chairman · Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism (Foreign Relations)
- Joint Economic Committee · 4th in seniority on the majority side
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs · 13th in seniority on the majority side
- Energy and Natural Resources · 6th in seniority on the majority side
- Foreign Relations · 3rd in seniority on the majority side
- Special Committee on Aging · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 3524 American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 5360 Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act · Out of committee
- S. 4395 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- S. 4238 Endless Mountains National Heritage Area Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in McCormick’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where McCormick breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where McCormick voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 1% · 1 of 184 party 1%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where McCormick broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 07/15/26 | On the NominationJeffrey T. Kuntz, of Florida, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Florida | Not voting |
| 07/15/26 | On the Cloture MotionJeffrey T. Kuntz, of Florida, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Florida | Not voting |
| 06/23/26 | Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.On the Concurrent Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by… | Not voting |
| 06/01/26 | On the Cloture MotionKathleen S. Lane, of Montana, to be United States District Judge for the District of Montana | 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…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 04/22/26 | A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.On the Motion to Discharge · This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war… | Not voting |
| 12/09/25 | On the NominationJames D. Maxwell II, of Mississippi, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Mississippi | Not voting |
| 12/04/25 | An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar.On the Cloture Motion | Not voting |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What McCormick is saying
All 13 statements and posts-
Senator McCormick Celebrates Transformational $3 Billion Investment in Carnegie Mellon University
Celebrated $3 billion investment in Carnegie Mellon University from Ken Griffin.
“This extraordinary investment from my great friend Ken Griffin is a tremendous vote of confidence in CMU, in Pittsburgh, and in the innovation that will continue to define America’s future.”
EducationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to prevent Chinese optical transceivers in U.S. national security systems.
“We shouldn’t rely on China for technologies that are essential to our national security.”
Securing National Security Systems from Chinese Optical Transceivers ActArmed Forces and National SecurityAI-read
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SENATOR MCCORMICK ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF AMERICA250 PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST
Announced winners of America250 Pennsylvania Youth Essay Contest for high school students.
“Pennsylvania was there at America’s founding and has been there at every turning point since. Brady and Ronit captured that in their essays — and in the process showed me that the Commonwealth is still producing the kind of people who will lead this country through its next 250 years. They inspire me. Their work…”
EducationAI-read
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SENATOR MCCORMICK RELEASES STATEMENT ON THE CLARITY ACT
Today, the Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act after a procedural vote fell short of the 60 votes needed (49-50).
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SENATORS MCCORMICK AND FETTERMAN PRESS HHS ON CANCELED HEALTH RESEARCH GRANTS
Pennsylvania senators seek answers on AHRQ grant cancellations affecting researchers at CHOP and the University of Pittsburgh WASHINGTON — Recently, U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) sent a letter to U.S.…
“While we greatly appreciate the Department of Health and Human Services’ commitment to ensuring federally funded research invests in scientific innovation and delivers meaningful value for taxpayers, we believe these objectives should be balanced with consideration of projects that have already undergone peer review…”
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McCormick, Hickenlooper Announce Formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus
Today, U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) announced the formation of the U.S. Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus to highlight and elevate American scientific research and the application of those…
“America’s economic strength and national security have always been powered by our ability to innovate, and that begins with world-class scientific research.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill McCormick voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 50 of 100 in the Senate ┃ expected = average of 32 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far McCormick’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 44
- Action in committee 12
- Action beyond committee 10
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
44 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 43 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Bills, 119th Congress
All 47 sponsored billsSponsored 47 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 377 (median 307.5), 27 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Finance and Financial Sector, International Affairs, Foreign Trade and International Finance.
- S. 5548 Securing National Security Systems from Chinese Optical Transceivers Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 4395 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026Reauthorizes the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program providing federal backstop for insurance claims. AI-readFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S.Res. 847 A resolution commending and congratulating the Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions men's wrestling team for winning the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I National Championship.Sports and Recreation · Introduced Aug 8, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 5360 Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity ActEstablishes cybersecurity requirements and assistance programs for rural and municipal utilities. AI-readScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Aug 7, 2026 Out of committee
- S. 5305 Campus Lifeline ActHealth · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 In committee
- S. 5295 NIH Mentorship Modernization ActHealth · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 In committee
- S. 5263 Workforce Recovery and Resilience ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Aug 5, 2026 In committee
- S. 5203 TURBO ActTaxation · Introduced Jul 30, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 213 | 100% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 207 | 38% | Pro |
| Other | 111 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 33 | 18% | Pro |
| Defense & national security | 33 | 97% | Pro |
| Energy & environment | 26 | 100% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 19 | 68% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 79% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 18 | 61% | Pro |
| Congress | 18 | 94% | 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 |
| Health care | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 9 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 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 |
| Crime & justice | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Families | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RJohn HoevenND Senate100%agreement
- RTim ScottSC Senate100%agreement
- RJohn BarrassoWY Senate100%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members McCormick 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 McCormick’s campaign raised $5.4M: $3.0M (55%) from individuals and $671K (12%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.1M.
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 McCormick
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 190.
- The Home Depot Inc. Corporate PAC
- International Association of Fire Fighters Labor union PAC
- Nisource Inc. Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave McCormick 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 inMcCormick’s own leadership PAC: Pennsylvania Honor, The American Renewal PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, PennsylvaniaRepublican2025–present
Seat
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Seat
- Class 1, junior senator
- Current term
- 2025–2031
- Age
- 61
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-6324
702 Hart Senate Office Building - District offices
- Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Erie, State College, Philadelphia, Allentown, Scranton
- Website
- mccormick.senate.gov
- SenMcCormickPA
- senmccormickpa
- YouTube
- @SenMcCormickPA
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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