Jack Reed

Share of party-line votes on each issue where Reed voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for Senate Democrats.

1. Defense & national security 18% · 6 of 33 party 3%
2. Energy & environment 12% · 3 of 25 party 4%
3. Foreign affairs & trade 11% · 1 of 9 party 0%

Where Reed broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.

Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.

• Statement · Press release · Oct 2, 2026

  After Delivering $3.25M Federal Investment, Reed & Town Leaders Celebrate Critical Coventry Sewer Upgrade

  Delivered $3.25 million federal investment for Coventry sewer system upgrade.

  “Today, we celebrate the sweet smell of success. Or more accurately, the smell that no longer lingers! The High School’s outdated wastewater system clearly needed to be replaced, and I was proud to deliver a $3.25 million federal earmark to get the job done for students, teachers, and local residents.”

  Coventry Sewer System UpgradeWater InfrastructureAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  RI Delegation Delivers Nearly $4.5 Million for Local Firefighters

  Announced $4.5 million in federal grants for Rhode Island firefighters and fire departments.

  “Our firefighters take tremendous risks to serve our communities and we’ve got to have their backs and ensure they have the best equipment, vehicles, and training to safely and effectively do their job. This federal funding will improve firefighter safety and enhance their emergency response capabilities.”

  Emergency ManagementAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  Reed Rejects GOP’s Bogus Stock Trading Bill, Calls for Real Transparency, Reform & Clear Ban on Stock Trading by Members of Congress

  Criticized Republican stock trading bill as inadequate, called for real ban on congressional stock trading.

  “Public officials should not trade individual stocks and should not personally benefit from their access to sensitive information. Congress should work for the people’s interests, not their own financial interests. Instead of restoring trust in the government, this Republican sham would further erode it.”

  Government Operations and PoliticsAI-read

  Mentions S. 1498

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  Reed, Cassidy Lead Bipartisan Colleagues in Designating September 2026 as “National Literacy Month”

  Led bipartisan resolution to designate September 2026 as National Literacy Month.

  “Reading unlocks opportunity, and education is a lifelong pursuit. By strengthening literacy for Americans and doing a better job of reaching learners of all ages where they are, we can help people reach their full potential and build a stronger society.”

  EducationAI-read

  Mentions S. 1400Mentions S. 3365

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  Instead of Focusing on Affordability, Trump Threatens to Sue Fed Chair Jay Powell

  Criticized President Trump for threatening to sue Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell.

  “President Trump should stop threatening Jay Powell and the Fed’s independence and start taking responsibility for his own actions.”

  Economics and Public FinanceAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  After Federal Watchdog Rules Trump’s $810M Funding Cancellation is Unconstitutional, Reed Calls on Trump Admin. to Drop Pocket-Recission and Comply with the Law

  Criticized Trump administration's illegal funding cancellation after GAO ruled it unconstitutional.

  “GAO reaffirmed that Congress retains power of the purse and President Trump clearly lacks the authority to unilaterally withhold or cancel this appropriated funding. President Trump must cease and desist with his so-called pocket rescission scheme. The fact that more Republicans are unwilling to stand up to President…”

  Government Operations and PoliticsAI-read

◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Reed voted on, the vote is shown next to it.

Sponsored 45 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 334 (median 307.5), 67 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Finance and Financial Sector, Health, Labor and Employment.

• S.Res. 926 A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Literacy Month".Education · Introduced Sep 29, 2026 Passed a chamber
• S. 5549 A bill to support educators.Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
• 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".Labor and Employment · Introduced Sep 17, 2026 Passed a chamber
• S. 5320 Insider Trading Prohibition ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 In committee
• S. 5264 Bus Operator Safety and Security ActTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Aug 5, 2026 In committee
• S.J.Res. 203 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relating to "Preemption Determination: State Interest-on-Escrow Laws".Finance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jul 29, 2026 In committee
• S. 5018 Disaster Relief Fairness Act of 2026Emergency Management · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 In committee
• S. 4611 Job Corps Shipbuilding-Defense Industrial Base Pipeline Act of 2026Labor and Employment · Introduced May 20, 2026 In committee

Agreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.

In the 2025–26 cycle Reed’s campaign raised $3.4M: $2.1M (63%) from individuals and $1.1M (34%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.1M.

Through Aug 20, 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 Reed

The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 260.

1. National Association of Home Builders Trade association PAC
2. United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Active Ballot Club Labor union PAC
3. National Education Association Labor union PAC

Reed’s own leadership PAC: Narragansett Bay PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.