U.S. Representative for New Jersey’s 6th District
Frank Pallone, Jr.
Position · −0.40
- In office
- House 1987–now
39 years in CongressMore senior than 99% of the House - Breaks on
- Education 10%
- International Affairs 7%
- Committees
- Energy and Commerce
- Bills on
- Health
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Age
- 74
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DJohn Hsu$105K
- DKatie Bansil$42K
- RHillary Herzig$8K
Bottom line
Where Pallone has influence
Bills on the move
- H.R. 1431 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2407 State Route 71, Suite 1, in Spring Lake, New Jersey, as the "James J. Howard Post Office". · Out of committee
- H.R. 1493 To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes. · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 2458 Secure Space Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Pallone’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Pallone breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Pallone voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Education 10% · 1 of 10 party 0%
- International Affairs 7% · 1 of 14 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 4% · 1 of 24 party 4%
Every issue Pro See all 5 issues where Pallone has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Pallone broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".On Passage · This joint resolution revokes the partial authorization granted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to amend its Commercial Harbor… | Nay |
| Sep 16, 2026 | National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for the National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ).Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 13, 2026 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Passage · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 13, 2026 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Motion to Recommit · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 12, 2026 | Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands federal enforcement of criminal offenses related to organized retail and supply chain crime.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Apr 30, 2026 | A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This act extends the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026.Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Pallone is saying
All 14 statements and posts-
Pallone Urges FERC to Protect PJM Customers with Stronger Data Center Rules
Urged FERC to strengthen data center rules to protect PJM customers from rising energy bills.
“Americans are deeply frustrated and concerned that the rapid and unceasing development of data centers is driving up their monthly energy bills. At the end of the day, protecting Americans’ power bills is FERC’s responsibility.”
EnergyAI-read
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Called on federal agencies to survey storm damage and anticipate federal disaster declaration.
“In some parts of my district 6 to 7 feet of tidal flooding inundated businesses and homes, municipal infrastructure such as piers and bulkheads are severely damaged, and cars on the street are submerged in flood water.”
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Pallone’s Bipartisan AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Passes House
House passed AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act requiring automakers to include AM radio in new cars.
“Today, the House acted to protect a service that millions of Americans rely on every day and that can become a lifeline when disaster strikes.”
Emergency ManagementAI-read
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Pallone: Trump Stiffs New Jersey Again on Disaster Aid
Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today blasted President Trump for denying New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill’s appeal for $84.4 million in federal disaster aid following February’s deadly blizzard.
“Donald Trump is stiffing New Jersey taxpayers out of $84 million in disaster aid that his own government determined we qualified for. Twelve people died. New Jersey communities were buried under record snowfall. But apparently if you live in a state Trump doesn’t like, you’re on your own.”
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Pallone Celebrates Next Steps on Beach Replenishment Projects in Monmouth County
Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced that the US Army Corps of Engineers is awarding a $38.3 million contract to Weeks Marine to begin a targeted sand replenishment project in Monmouth County, including sections of the…
“With strong coastlines, our residents, businesses, and communities are better equipped to face extreme weather events. I’m glad I was able to secure the federal funding necessary to support this project, which will make these Jersey Shore communities more resilient in the years to come.”
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Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, today led 87 House Democrats in demanding that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…
“If they cannot be operated in compliance with federal law and the Constitution, GEO Group, CoreCivic, and any other private contractors should not continue to profit from taxpayer dollars, and the detention centers must be closed.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Pallone voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 207 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 22 minority-party ranking members
How far Pallone’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 17
- Action in committee 7
- Action beyond committee 3
- Passed chamber 2
- Became law 0
17 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 1 significant (got a roll call vote), 15 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 22 sponsored billsSponsored 22 (House median 25) · cosponsored 235 (median 289), 76 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Science, Technology, Communications, Armed Forces and National Security.
- H.R. 10453 Communications and Technology Transparency Act of 2026Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6166 Lowering Drug Costs for American Families ActHealth · Introduced Aug 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5448 Protecting Free Vaccines ActHealth · Introduced Jun 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1493 To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes.Reauthorizes and improves federal programs for traumatic brain injury prevention, detection, and treatment. AI-readHealth · Introduced May 19, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.Res. 1305 Congratulating the Jewish War Veterans on the 130th anniversary of the organization's founding and honoring their commitment to Jewish war veterans.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced May 19, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8385 Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2026Health · Introduced Apr 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5484 National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2025Reauthorizes and reforms the National Flood Insurance Program. AI-readFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Feb 24, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1045 Calling on the Secretary of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions, and calling on State educational institutions and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned use of such logos, mascots, and names.Sports and Recreation · Introduced Feb 9, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 158 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 29% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 33% |
| Energy | 38 | 32% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 36% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 45% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 28 | 57% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 57% |
| Commerce | 27 | 78% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 96% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% |
| Immigration | 17 | 35% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% |
| Education | 14 | 36% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Health | 8 | 63% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Pallone 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
- DJanice D. SchakowskyIL-999%agreement
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL99%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL99%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Pallone most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Pallone’s campaign raised $2.2M: $735K (33%) from individuals and $1.5M (66%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.1M.
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.
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Who funds Pallone
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 347.
- 1-800 Contacts Corporate PAC
- Advanced Medical Technology Association Trade association PAC
- Aflac Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Pallone 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 inPallone’s own leadership PAC: Shore PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Pallone’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, NJ-6Democrat1993–present
- U.S. House, NJ-3Democrat1989–1993
- U.S. House, NJ-6Democrat1987–1989
Seat
- State
- New Jersey
- District
- 6
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 74
Committees and roles
- Energy and Commerce Ranking Member
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4671
2107 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Long Branch, New Brunswick
- Website
- pallone.house.gov
- repfrankpallone
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- YouTube
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Elsewhere
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