U.S. Senator from Mississippi · Class I
Roger F. Wicker
Position · +0.38
- In office
- Senate 2007–now
House 1995–2007
31 years in CongressMore senior than 90% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Sports and Recreation 25%
- Economics and Public Finance 4%
- Committees
- Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
- Armed Services
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Bills on
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Health
- Age
- 75
Bottom line
Chairs the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe.
Where Wicker has influence
Roles
- Cochairman · Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
- Chairman · Armed Services
- Ex Officio · Select Committee on Intelligence
- Ex Officio · 7 subcommittees of Armed Services
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation · 3rd in seniority on the majority side
- Environment and Public Works · 7th in seniority on the majority side
- Rules and Administration · 4th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 3791 Regional Ocean Partnerships Reauthorization Act · Out of committee
- S. 2126 Integrated Ocean Observation System Reauthorization Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 4138 A bill to waive the 60-day notice requirement for the posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody Khork, United States Army. · Became law
- S. 258 TORNADO Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Wicker’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Wicker breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Wicker voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Sports and Recreation 25% · 1 of 4 party 0%
- Economics and Public Finance 4% · 7 of 183 party 1%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Wicker 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 the Amendment · This bill establishes requirements for name, image, or likeness (NIL) agreements for college student athletes and provides a limited…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 16, 2026 | A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model".On the Motion to Proceed · This joint resolution prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from testing a new Medicare payment model in certain… | Not voting |
| Mar 11, 2026 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Cloture Motion · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Mar 11, 2026 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Amendment · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On the Motion to Table · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On the Motion to Table · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On the Motion to Table · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jan 30, 2026 | 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 Wicker is saying
All 18 statements and posts-
Senator Wicker Honors Mississippi “Angels in Adoption” Honorees
Honored Mississippi foster parents and adoption advocates as 2026 Angels in Adoption awardees.
“Sara, Nic, and Thomas represent the best of Mississippi. They have selflessly devoted their lives to providing loving and nurturing environments for children in need of a home. These honorees have unquestionably changed many lives for the better. It is the least we can do to recognize them for this outstanding work.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Wicker, Hyde-Smith Champion Todd Butler Nomination
Praised President Trump's nomination of G. Todd Butler to Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
“Todd Butler is an excellent pick for the federal bench. He believes in interpreting the law as it is written, pursuant to the text and original meaning of the Constitution—exactly the quality that should characterize a jurist. Mr. Butler is a credit to his home state of Mississippi. We look forward to his swift…”
Federal Judicial NominationsAI-read
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Mississippi Delegation Applauds Key Field’s Selection as a KC-46 Finalist
Praised Air Force selection of Key Field in Meridian as KC-46 aircraft finalist.
“As the Air Force moves into its final evaluations, we will keep making the case that Key Field is the right home for the next generation of air refueling.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Chairman Wicker Meets with Taiwanese Ambassador
Met with Taiwan's ambassador to discuss U.S.-Taiwan security partnership and Chinese aggression.
“The Taiwanese people have chosen democracy as their form of government and have built a dynamic and advanced economy as a result.”
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Wicker Announces $44 Million Roadway Investment for DeSoto County
Announced $44 million federal roadway investment for DeSoto County, Mississippi.
“DeSoto County has posted impressive growth numbers for years, and this roadway funding is an investment in its continued success.”
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Wicker, Schatz Telehealth Awareness Resolution Unanimously Adopted by the Senate
Senate unanimously adopted resolution designating Telehealth Awareness Week.
“Telehealth has reduced barriers to health care across Mississippi, yet too many patients around the country are not fully aware of its benefits.”
HealthAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Wicker voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 22 of 100 in the Senate · expected = average of 21 majority-party committee chairs
How far Wicker’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
34 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 2 significant (got a roll call vote), 32 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Became law (1)
1 local
- S. 4138 A bill to waive the 60-day notice requirement for the posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody Khork, United States Army.Waives the 60-day notice requirement for posthumous honorary promotion of Captain Cody Khork. AI-readBecame law Mar 20, 2026 · Armed Forces and National SecurityLocal or single-entity
Scope tags come from an AI reading of each bill where available, otherwise from its title and policy area. They don’t change the score. How scope is tagged
Bills, 119th Congress
All 46 sponsored billsSponsored 46 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 303 (median 308), 134 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Armed Forces and National Security, Science, Technology, Communications, Health.
- S. 5463 National American History and Founders Month ActIntroduced Sep 23, 2026 In committee
- S. 5279 National American History and Founders Month ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Aug 6, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 831 A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Northwest Mississippi Community College and celebrating a century of educational excellence, workforce development, student success, and service to the people of Mississippi and the United States.Education · Introduced Aug 5, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S.Res. 824 A resolution designating August 1, 2026, as "Gold Star Children's Day".Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jul 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 5095 Tire Safety Modernization Act of 2026Transportation and Public Works · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
- S. 4784 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027Authorizes defense spending, military personnel levels, and defense policies for fiscal year 2027. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jun 15, 2026 Introduced
- S. 3304 Medical Foods and Formulas Access Act of 2025Health · Introduced Apr 30, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 674 A resolution designating the week of April 13 through April 19, 2026, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".Health · Introduced Apr 16, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 211 | 100% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 206 | 37% |
| Other | 114 | 100% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 52 | 85% |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% |
| International Affairs | 36 | 17% |
| Energy & environment | 25 | 100% |
| Congress | 19 | 95% |
| Environmental Protection | 18 | 67% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 18 | 78% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 14 | 100% |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 14 | 100% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 77% |
| Sports and Recreation | 12 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 12 | 42% |
| Energy | 11 | 100% |
| Housing and Community Development | 9 | 78% |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 9 | 100% |
| Health care | 9 | 100% |
| Taxation | 7 | 57% |
| Budget & appropriations | 7 | 100% |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 7 | 100% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 4 | 100% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 4 | 25% |
| Health | 3 | 33% |
| Education & families | 3 | 100% |
| Emergency Management | 2 | 0% |
| Immigration & border | 2 | 100% |
| Crime & justice | 2 | 100% |
| Education | 1 | 0% |
| Families | 1 | 0% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 1 | 100% |
How often Wicker voted with Republicans on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RDarline GrahamSC Senate100%agreement
- RJohn BoozmanAR Senate100%agreement
- RCindy Hyde-SmithMS Senate99%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Wicker most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Wicker’s campaign raised $224K: $78K (35%) from individuals and $117K (52%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $2.7M.
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 Wicker
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 42.
- Booz Allen Hamilton Corporate PAC
- Verizon Communications Corporate PAC
- Venable PAC (VEN-PAC) Independent PAC
See how much each organization gave Wicker 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 inWicker’s own leadership PAC: Responsibility and Freedom Work PAC (RFWPAC). A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Wicker’s measures across every Congress on file.
Try ProRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, MississippiRepublican2007–present
- U.S. House, MS-1Republican1995–2007
Seat
- State
- Mississippi
- Seat
- Class 1, senior senator
- Current term
- 2025–2031
- Age
- 75
Committees and roles
- Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe Cochairman
- Armed Services Chairman
- Airland Ex Officio
- Cybersecurity Ex Officio
- Emerging Threats and Capabilities Ex Officio
- Personnel Ex Officio
- Readiness and Management Support Ex Officio
- Seapower Ex Officio
- Strategic Forces Ex Officio
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Environment and Public Works
- Rules and Administration
- Select Committee on Intelligence Ex Officio
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-6253
425 Russell Senate Office Building - District offices
- Gulfport, Hernando, Jackson, Tupelo, Tupelo
- Website
- wicker.senate.gov
- SenatorWicker
- senatorwicker
- YouTube
- SenatorWicker
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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