U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 5th District
Scott Fitzgerald
Position · +0.60
- In office
- House 2021–now
5 years in CongressMore senior than 36% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 13%
- Armed Forces & National Security 5%
- Committees
- Financial Services
- Judiciary
- Bills on
- Finance and Financial Sector
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- International Affairs
- Age
- 62
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
- DAndrew Beck$15K
- DBen Steinhoff$6K
Bottom line
Where Fitzgerald has influence
Roles
- Chair · The Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust (Judiciary)
- Financial Services · 20th in seniority on the majority side
- Judiciary · 8th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 9385 PROTECT USA Act of 2026 · Out of committee
- H.R. 6048 NDO Fairness Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 6260 Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 5877 Combatting Money Laundering in Cyber Crime Act of 2025 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Fitzgerald’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Fitzgerald breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Fitzgerald voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Agriculture and Food 13% · 1 of 8 party 13%
- Armed Forces & National Security 5% · 2 of 38 party 3%
- Economics and Public Finance 4% · 2 of 49 party 7%
Every issue Pro See all 4 issues where Fitzgerald has broken with Republicans, and filter the voting record to those votes.
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Full record (Pro)Where Fitzgerald broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 21, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 21, 2026 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 | Nay |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that addressBroke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Fitzgerald is saying
All 10 statements and posts-
Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Merger Exclusivity Discussion Draft
Introduced discussion draft giving FTC and DOJ exclusive authority to review interstate mergers.
“Over the last two years, we have witnessed multiple attempts by Democrat state attorneys general to challenge mergers and acquisitions that have already been approved by multiple federal and foreign regulators.”
CommerceAI-read
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Voted for Russia and Iran sanctions legislation and challenged environmental regulations.
“America’s foreign policy must put the safety, security, and prosperity of the American people first.”
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia ActInternational AffairsAI-read
Mentions H.J.Res. 210 · voted Yea Sep 15, 2026, roll 666Mentions H.J.Res. 213 · voted Yea Sep 16, 2026, roll 671
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Rep. Fitzgerald Votes to Strengthen Federal Fight Against Fraud
Voted for National Fraud Enforcement Division Act and PROOF Act to combat fraud.
“American taxpayers work too hard to have their money siphoned away by fraudsters.”
National Fraud Enforcement Division ActFraud EnforcementAI-read
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Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Landmark Reform of Judicial Conduct and Disability Act
Introduced Judicial Conduct and Disability Reform Act, first major overhaul in 45 years.
“The case of Judge Pauline Newman has exposed major flaws in the JCDA that warrant Congressional attention.”
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Fitzgerald-Led Bill Protecting Retirees from Scams Passes House of Representatives
Today, the Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act, bipartisan legislation Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced alongside Congressman Zach Nunn (IA-03) and Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), passed the…
“As technology continues to evolve, so do the tactics used by criminals to defraud hardworking Americans. The House passage of the GUARD Act is an important step toward giving state and local law enforcement the tools they need to combat financial fraud and protect victims.”
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Rep. Fitzgerald Chairs Judiciary Subcommittee Field Hearing on Obamacare Waste, Fraud, & Abuse
Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a field hearing in North Carolina titled, “Examining Healthcare…
“That’s exactly why we gathered in North Carolina for this field hearing, to gather additional solutions. North Carolina has redefined its healthcare industry through investments in cutting-edge tech and research hubs, as well as a statewide rural health transformation program. As a result, the state has received…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Fitzgerald voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 70 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Fitzgerald’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 31
- Action in committee 10
- Action beyond committee 9
- Passed chamber 3
- Became law 0
31 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 2 significant (got a roll call vote), 29 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 32 sponsored billsSponsored 32 (House median 25) · cosponsored 189 (median 289), 78 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Finance and Financial Sector, Crime and Law Enforcement, International Affairs.
- H.R. 10390 Judicial Conduct and Disability Reform Act of 2026Law · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9461 Working Families Home Construction Act of 2026Finance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9460 Sustainable Homeownership ActHousing and Community Development · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9459 Home Affordability Through Mortgage Simplification ActHousing and Community Development · Introduced Jun 25, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9385 PROTECT USA Act of 2026Establishes national security measures and international affairs policies. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Jun 22, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 9142 Prohibiting Adversarial Patents Act of 2026Commerce · Introduced Jun 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7732 Promoting Innovation in Blockchain Development ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9143 Foreign Adversary Patent Disclosure ActCommerce · Introduced Jun 4, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 89% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 68% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 80% |
| Energy | 38 | 76% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 85% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 73% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 86% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 86% |
| Commerce | 27 | 93% |
| International Affairs | 26 | 50% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 80% |
| Education | 16 | 63% |
| Immigration | 16 | 75% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 71% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% |
| Health | 8 | 63% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 100% |
| Law | 7 | 71% |
| Taxation | 6 | 100% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Native Americans | 4 | 75% |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% |
| Animals | 3 | 67% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 100% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% |
How often Fitzgerald 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
- RMike JohnsonLA-4100%agreement
- RMichelle FischbachMN-798%agreement
- RTracey MannKS-198%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Fitzgerald most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Fitzgerald’s campaign raised $1.4M: $486K (35%) from individuals and $858K (63%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.3M.
Through Jul 22, 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 Fitzgerald
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 225.
- America's Credit Unions Trade association PAC
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Membership group PAC
See how much each organization gave Fitzgerald 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 inFitzgerald’s own leadership PAC: Sconnie PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Fitzgerald’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, WI-5Republican2021–present
Seat
- State
- Wisconsin
- District
- 5
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 62
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-5101
2444 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Oconomowoc
- Website
- fitzgerald.house.gov
- CongressmanScottFitzgerald
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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