U.S. Senator from Delaware · Class I
Lisa Blunt Rochester
Position · −0.40
- In office
- Senate 2025–now
House 2017–2025
9 years in CongressMore senior than 27% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Finance and Financial Sector 11%
- Nominations 0%
- Committees
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Environment and Public Works
- Bills on
- Health
- Labor and Employment
- Transportation and Public Works
- Age
- 64
Bottom line
Where Blunt Rochester has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ranking Member · Education and the American Family (Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions)
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs · 10th in seniority on the minority side
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation · 13th in seniority on the minority side
- Environment and Public Works · 8th in seniority on the minority side
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions · 10th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- S. 2318 Streamlining American Manufacturing Strategy Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Blunt Rochester’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Blunt Rochester breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Blunt Rochester voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for Senate Democrats.
- Finance and Financial Sector 11% · 2 of 19 party 0%
- Nominations 0% · 1 of 212 party 5%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Blunt Rochester broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On Passage of the Bill · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On the Cloture Motion · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On the Amendment · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On the Cloture Motion · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On the Motion to Proceed · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Protect College Sports Act of 2026On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Aug 8, 2026 | 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 |
| Aug 7, 2026 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Passage of the Bill · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Blunt Rochester is saying
All 28 statements and posts-
Introduced bills requiring federal data center environmental impact reporting and community involvement in development.
“The development of data centers is rapidly increasing across the country, and there is legitimate concern about how these projects could raise utility bills, harm our environment, or impact public health.”
Data Center Transparency and Community Empowerment ActsScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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NEWS: Senators Blunt Rochester, Booker Lead Resolution Recognizing World Menopause Awareness Month
Introduced resolution recognizing October 2026 as World Menopause Awareness Month.
HealthAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill eliminating $35,000 lifetime cap on 529 education savings account rollovers to Roth IRAs.
“529 accounts can be incredibly useful in helping families prepare for higher education, but plans can change. A student may receive a scholarship, not use the full balance of their account, or simply choose a different path. Families should be able to preserve financial flexibility regardless of what their child’s…”
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Demanded DHS Secretary halt alleged efforts to control 2026 midterm elections and undermine voting.
“We write to warn you against continued activities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that seek to undermine the Constitutional authority of both Congress and states to administer elections and defy the directions of federal courts. As Secretary of Homeland Security, you have promoted the President’s…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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STATEMENT: Senator Blunt Rochester Opposes the Protect College Sports Act
Opposed the Protect College Sports Act, citing concerns about athlete enforcement and labor rights.
“The adequacy of athlete protections has raised concerns for student-athletes, their families, civil rights organizations, labor organizations, and other athlete advocates, and should be fully considered as the legislation moves forward. I’m hopeful that Congress can come back together to find a solution that is fair…”
Protect College Sports ActSports and RecreationAI-read
Mentions S. 4668 · voted Nay Sep 28, 2026, roll 909
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Introduced bill to establish biometrology laboratory program for biotech research under NIST.
“America’s bioeconomy is critical to our economy, national security, and leadership in fields from health care to agriculture. The bipartisan SCALE Biology Act will strengthen the measurement science and technical standards needed to accelerate innovation and bring new biotechnology from the lab to the marketplace.…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Blunt Rochester voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 89 of 100 in the Senate · expected = average of 29 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Blunt Rochester’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 39
- Action in committee 4
- Action beyond committee 2
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
39 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 39 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Bills, 119th Congress
All 45 sponsored billsSponsored 45 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 333 (median 308), 126 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Labor and Employment, Transportation and Public Works.
- S. 5640 A bill to require reports on the effects of data centers on air quality and water quality, and on electricity consumption by data centers.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 930 A resolution expressing support for the recognition of October 2026, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and for global awareness and access to care during menopausal transition and post-menopause.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 In committee
- S. 5536 No Surprise Bills for Seniors ActIntroduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5506 A bill to authorize the Secretary of Labor to develop a comprehensive Federal Talent Strategy.Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5500 Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act of 2026Housing and Community Development · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5424 Community Health Worker Access ActHealth · Introduced Sep 17, 2026 In committee
- S. 3694 Maximizing Transportation Efficiency ActTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- S. 5157 Reimagining Education and Skills through Unified Longitudinal Talent Systems (RESULTS) Act of 2026Labor and Employment · Introduced Jul 29, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 220 | 1% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 207 | 65% |
| Other | 118 | 1% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 52 | 25% |
| Immigration | 37 | 76% |
| International Affairs | 35 | 77% |
| Energy & environment | 26 | 0% |
| Congress | 19 | 11% |
| Environmental Protection | 19 | 32% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 32% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 15 | 0% |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 14 | 0% |
| Energy | 13 | 0% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 23% |
| Sports and Recreation | 12 | 33% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 12 | 58% |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 10 | 0% |
| Health care | 10 | 0% |
| Housing and Community Development | 8 | 100% |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 8 | 13% |
| Taxation | 7 | 43% |
| Budget & appropriations | 7 | 0% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 6 | 83% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 4 | 25% |
| Health | 4 | 75% |
| Education & families | 3 | 0% |
| Education | 2 | 50% |
| Emergency Management | 2 | 100% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 2 | 0% |
| Immigration & border | 2 | 0% |
| Crime & justice | 2 | 0% |
| Families | 1 | 100% |
How often Blunt Rochester voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DChris Van HollenMD Senate98%agreement
- DPatty MurrayWA Senate98%agreement
- DRichard BlumenthalCT Senate97%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Blunt Rochester most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Blunt Rochester’s campaign raised $1.0M: $522K (51%) from individuals and $290K (28%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $125K.
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 Blunt Rochester
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 122.
- American College of Rheumatology Membership group PAC
- Gilead Sciences Corporate PAC
- Exelon Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Blunt Rochester 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 inBlunt Rochester’s own leadership PAC: I Got Your Back PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Résumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, DelawareDemocrat2025–present
- U.S. House, DE-ALDemocrat2017–2025
Seat
- State
- Delaware
- Seat
- Class 1, junior senator
- Current term
- 2025–2031
- Age
- 64
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-2441
513 Hart Senate Office Building - District offices
- Georgetown, Dover
- Website
- bluntrochester.senate.gov
- Rep.BluntRochester
- senlbr
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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