U.S. Senator from North Carolina · Class III
Ted Budd
Position · +0.63
- In office
- Senate 2023–now
House 2017–2023
9 years in CongressMore senior than 27% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Energy & environment 4%
- Economics and Public Finance 1%
- Committees
- Joint Economic Committee
- Armed Services
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Bills on
- International Affairs
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Finance and Financial Sector
- Age
- 54
Bottom line
Where Budd has influence
Roles
- Chairman · Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Joint Economic Committee · 3rd in seniority on the majority side
- Armed Services · 10th in seniority on the majority side
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation · 9th in seniority on the majority side
- Small Business and Entrepreneurship · 7th in seniority on the majority side
- Select Committee on Intelligence · 9th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 3984 United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026 · Out of committee
- S. 1759 Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act · Out of committee
- S. 246 Interstate Transport Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- S. 300 DLARA · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Budd’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Budd breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Budd voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Energy & environment 4% · 1 of 25 party 0%
- Economics and Public Finance 1% · 1 of 183 party 1%
- Nominations 0% · 1 of 213 party 0%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Budd broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Benjamin M. Flowers, of Ohio, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Sixth CircuitOn the Nomination | Not voting |
| Apr 23, 2026 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Amendment · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Mar 12, 2026 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn Passage of the Bill · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 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 |
| Mar 10, 2026 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Cloture Motion · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed · 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 Budd is saying
All 15 statements and posts-
Applauded President Trump's nominations of two judges for North Carolina federal district courts.
“Identifying highly qualified and strong constitutionalist nominees to serve as federal judges in North Carolina is a responsibility I take very seriously. I am confident that Phil Aubart, nominee for U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of North Carolina, and Brian Meyers, nominee for U.S. District Judge for the…”
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Budd, Coons USCIRF Reauthorization Bill Passes Senate with Wide Bipartisan Support
Passed bipartisan bill reauthorizing the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom through 2028.
“The right to worship – or not worship – is fundamental to democracy and stability around the world. With it go freedom of speech, assembly, and petition. I’m proud this bill reauthorizing the United States Commission for International Religious Freedom passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support. I urge the…”
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Budd Bill to Build New State Veterans Home Near Fort Bragg Passes the Senate Unanimously
Senate unanimously passed bill transferring federal land near Fort Bragg for North Carolina veterans home.
“North Carolina is the proud home of more than 620,000 veterans, and we have a responsibility to provide them with the quality care that they have earned. After the Fayetteville State Veterans Home closed in 2024, our state lost critical capacity to care for our veterans. Building a new veterans home near Fort Bragg…”
Fort Bragg Veterans Home Land TransferArmed Forces and National SecurityAI-read
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Filed amicus brief defending homeschool parents' rights to choose religious curriculum.
“repeatedly held that a State violates the Free Exercise Clause when it excludes religious observers from otherwise available public benefits”
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Senator Budd Wraps Second Official 100 County Tour and is Ready to Get Back on the Road
Completed second official 100-county tour across North Carolina, meeting constituents and listening to local concerns.
“Now that I’ve completed my second tour, my work is far from over. I’m resetting the odometer and ready to get back on the road.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Budd, Markey Lead Bipartisan Resolution Condemning China’s Wrongful Detention of American Academics
Introduced bipartisan resolution condemning China's wrongful detention of American academics.
“The Chinese Communist Party’s pattern of unjustly detaining innocent Americans on baseless allegations cannot carry on unchecked. It is long past time for the CCP to return American academics Dr. Youlin Chen and Mr. Min Zin home to their loved ones and end the targeting of American citizens. I am proud to stand with…”
International AffairsAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Budd voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 73 of 100 in the Senate · expected = average of 32 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Budd’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 57
- Action in committee 5
- Action beyond committee 5
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
57 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 56 substantive, 1 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Bills, 119th Congress
All 61 sponsored billsSponsored 61 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 412 (median 308), 220 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on International Affairs, Armed Forces and National Security, Finance and Financial Sector.
- S. 5557 A bill to establish in the National Institute of Standards and Technology a program of measurement research, and for other purposes.Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5517 Fort Bragg Land Transfer for Veterans ActIntroduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5043 Secure Drug Supply Chain Act of 2026Health · Introduced Sep 17, 2026 In committee
- S. 5370 Combatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 In committee
- S. 5063 FIRST ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Jul 22, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 803 A resolution congratulating the 2025-2026 Carolina Hurricanes for winning the Stanley Cup.Sports and Recreation · Introduced Jul 14, 2026 Passed a chamber
- S. 4873 Promoting Human Flourishing in Foreign Assistance ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Jun 23, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 776 A resolution honoring the life of Kyle Busch.Sports and Recreation · Introduced Jun 17, 2026 Passed a chamber
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 221 | 100% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 206 | 39% |
| Other | 117 | 100% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 52 | 85% |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% |
| International Affairs | 36 | 17% |
| Energy & environment | 25 | 96% |
| Congress | 19 | 95% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 79% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 15 | 100% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 13 | 100% |
| Environmental Protection | 13 | 46% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 77% |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 13 | 100% |
| Sports and Recreation | 12 | 67% |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 10 | 100% |
| Housing and Community Development | 9 | 56% |
| Health care | 8 | 100% |
| Taxation | 7 | 57% |
| Budget & appropriations | 7 | 100% |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 7 | 100% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 6 | 17% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 4 | 100% |
| Health | 4 | 25% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 3 | 67% |
| Education & families | 3 | 100% |
| Education | 2 | 50% |
| Emergency Management | 2 | 0% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 2 | 100% |
| Immigration & border | 2 | 100% |
| Crime & justice | 2 | 100% |
| Families | 1 | 0% |
How often Budd 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
- RAlan ArmstrongOK Senate99%agreement
- RMarsha BlackburnTN Senate99%agreement
- RBernie MorenoOH Senate99%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Budd most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Budd’s campaign raised $2.6M: $1.8M (67%) from individuals and $507K (19%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $943K.
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 Budd
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 110.
- National Pork Producers Council Trade association PAC
- Cardinal Health Corporate PAC
- Siemens Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Budd 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 inBudd’s own leadership PAC: Building Up Democracy's Dream. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Budd’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, North CarolinaRepublican2023–present
- U.S. House, NC-13Republican2017–2023
Seat
- State
- North Carolina
- Seat
- Class 3, junior senator
- Current term
- 2023–2029
- Age
- 54
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-3154
354 Russell Senate Office Building - District offices
- Advance, Raleigh, Wilmington, Asheville
- Website
- budd.senate.gov
- RepTedBudd
- sentedbudd
- YouTube
- @sentedbudd
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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