U.S. Senator from South Carolina · Class III
Tim Scott
Position · +0.63
- In office
- Senate 2013–now
House 2011–2013
15 years in CongressMore senior than 53% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 1%
- Committees
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs · Finance · Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Bills on
- Health · Taxation · Education
- Age
- 61
Bottom line
Where Scott has influence
Roles
- Chairman · Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- Ex Officio · Digital Assets (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Ex Officio · Economic Policy (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Ex Officio · Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Ex Officio · Housing, Transportation, and Community Development (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Ex Officio · National Security and International Trade and Finance (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Ex Officio · Securities, Insurance, and Investment (Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs)
- Finance · 5th in seniority on the majority side
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions · 6th in seniority on the majority side
- Small Business and Entrepreneurship · 4th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 2301 Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 2651 ROAD to Housing Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S.J.Res. 18 A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions". · Became law
- S. 875 FIRM Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Scott’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Scott breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Scott voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 1% · 1 of 181 party 1%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Scott broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/30/26 | Stop Insider Trading ActOn Cloture on the Motion to Proceed · This bill generally prohibits Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from purchasing stocks and requires public… | Yea |
| 07/23/26 | On the NominationAntonio M. Pozos, of Pennsylvania, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania | Not voting |
| 07/13/26 | On the NominationArthur Roberts Jones, of Texas, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Texas | Not voting |
| 06/18/26 | On the NominationGeorge Holding, of North Carolina, to be United States Director of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development | Not voting |
| 03/17/26 | On the Cloture MotionAnna St. John, of Louisiana, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Louisiana | Not voting |
| 02/02/26 | On the Cloture MotionDavid Clay Fowlkes, of Arkansas, to be United States District Judge for the Western District of Arkansas | 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 |
| 11/20/25 | Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment.On the Joint Resolution · This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on November 20, 2024, which amended the 2015… | Not voting |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Scott is saying
All 10 statements and posts-
Senate passes Sen. Scott’s resolution designating September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Senate unanimously passed resolution designating September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
“No child or their family should face the fight against cancer alone.”
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month DesignationCancer AwarenessAI-read
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Sens. Scott, Booker sickle cell awareness resolution passes the Senate with unanimous support
Senate unanimously passed resolution designating September 2026 as Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.
“Raising awareness about sickle cell anemia means working toward a future where Americans living with the disease can lead healthier lives with fewer limitations. The Senate’s unanimous passage of this resolution reinforces our commitment to making treatment and care more accessible, affordable, and attainable.”
HealthAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen U.S. critical minerals supply chain and executive coordination.
“Critical minerals are the building blocks for advanced technology. From powering our cellphones to our nation’s most advanced weapons systems, they are essential to America’s national security.”
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Introduced bill establishing 20% tax credit for film and television production in the United States.
“Having worked in a movie theater growing up, I saw early on how films can move and inspire generations of Americans. Films like ‘The Notebook’ bring us to tears, and films like ‘Forrest Gump’ inspire us to see the world differently. That is the power of film, and South Carolina is blessed to serve as the backdrop for…”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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Joined South Carolina delegation letter urging Air Force to select McEntire base for F-35A aircraft.
“The South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing is a national model for excellence and readiness. After a decade of strategic preparation, the 169th Fighter Wing has the infrastructure and personnel to welcome F-35s. Add in a state and community that have unwavering support for our military, and you’ve got a…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Sen. Tim Scott introduces legislation to crack down on foreign birth tourism industry
Introduced legislation to prohibit foreign nationals from using temporary travel programs for birth tourism.
“American citizenship is not for sale, and foreign nationals have no right to buy citizenship for their children.”
ImmigrationAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Scott voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 21 of 100 in the Senate ┃ expected = average of 21 majority-party committee chairs
How far Scott’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
57 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 56 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Became law (1)
1 national policy
- S.J.Res. 18 A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".Became law May 9, 2025 · Finance and Financial SectorNational policy
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 69 sponsored billsSponsored 69 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 185 (median 307.5), 8 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Taxation, Education.
- S. 5641 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the meaning and eligibility of energy communities for purposes of the increased renewable electricity production and increased clean electricity investment credit rates, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 947 A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".Introduced Sep 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S.Res. 940 A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.Introduced Sep 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 5552 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for American film and television productions, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 28, 2026 In committee
- S. 5551 A bill to promote United States and allied energy and mineral security, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5527 Birth Tourism Elimination ActIntroduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5096 Support for Expectant and Parenting Foster Youth ActFamilies · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 801 A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Lindsey Olin Graham, a Senator from the State of South Carolina.Congress · Introduced Jul 13, 2026 Introduced
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 211 | 100% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 204 | 37% | Pro |
| Other | 115 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 36 | 17% | Pro |
| Defense & national security | 34 | 97% | Pro |
| Energy & environment | 25 | 100% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 19 | 68% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 79% | Pro |
| Congress | 18 | 94% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 16 | 56% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 14 | 100% | Pro |
| Energy | 13 | 100% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 77% | Pro |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 13 | 100% | 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 |
| Taxation | 7 | 57% | Pro |
| Budget & appropriations | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 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
- RJohn HoevenND Senate100%agreement
- RDavid McCormickPA Senate100%agreement
- RJames LankfordOK Senate100%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Scott 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 Scott’s campaign raised $5.3M: $4.5M (84%) from individuals and $176K (3%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $4.9M.
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 Scott
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 69.
- Lsta, Inc. Trade association PAC
- Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association Trade association PAC
- Cuna Mutual Holding Company Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Scott 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 inScott’s own leadership PAC: Tomorrow Is Meaningful PAC - Federal. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Scott’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, South CarolinaRepublican2013–present
- U.S. House, SC-1Republican2011–2013
Seat
- State
- South Carolina
- Seat
- Class 3, senior senator
- Current term
- 2023–2029
- Age
- 61
Committees and roles
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Chairman
- Digital Assets Ex Officio
- Economic Policy Ex Officio
- Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection Ex Officio
- Housing, Transportation, and Community Development Ex Officio
- National Security and International Trade and Finance Ex Officio
- Securities, Insurance, and Investment Ex Officio
- Finance
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-6121
104 Hart Senate Office Building - District offices
- Columbia, North Charleston, Greenville
- Website
- scott.senate.gov
- SenatorTimScott
- SenatorTimScott
- YouTube
- SenatorTimScott
Elsewhere
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