Last week, I participated in a U.S. House Appropriations subcommittee hearing with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director, Scott Kupor as part of my regular oversight duties.
youtu.be/uvNUodJd6wg
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Georgia District 2
Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
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Voting Record — 618
Yes47%
No51%
Present0%
Not Voting2%
Party align95%
Cross-party5%
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Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratGeorgia District 2
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(Photos from Spelman on the Hill, HBCU STEAM Day at the Library of Congress w/ bipartisan HBCU Caucus co-chair Rep. Alma Adams of NC, and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund/HBCU leadership reception.)
I will continue to work hard, including through the bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus, to support HBCUs as their students, faculty, and alumni help lead our nation in academia, industry, sciences, the arts and humanities, public service and more!
Although college enrollment numbers across the country are down, HBCU applications are up almost 30%, a testament to their excellence.
Georgia's Second Congressional District is home to two amazing HBCUs, Fort Valley State University and Albany State University. I know both the unique challenges these institutions face and the incredible opportunities they provide for their students.
I, myself, am a Morehouse graduate, and know firsthand the important role our HBCUs play in educating, training, and empowering the next generation of America’s leaders.
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend events and meetings alongside leaders and students in support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Instead, House Republican leaders, have said the House cannot vote on a bipartisan bill and instead insist on sending yet another bill to the Senate that cannot pass.
See my full statement:
bishop.house.gov/media-center...
This morning, Senate Democrats and Republicans negotiated a solution to fund Homeland Security which passed by unanimous consent. Even President Trump was signaling that he was supportive of the bill. We could have ended the shutdown today!
As a powerful figure for progress, Lillian inspired a president and continues to be an inspiration to generations that have followed. From Plains, Georgia, to Godrej, India, her compassion touched the lives of many.
Much like her son, Lillian continued to serve the public long after her retirement. After completing her career as a nurse at age 68, Lillian joined the Peace Corps, where she worked in a clinic in India.
She played an active role in her son Jimmy's senate, governor, and presidential campaigns, where she gained nationwide recognition for her earnestness and Southern charm.
"Miss Lillian", as she was known, served in her local hospital, challenged the bigoted color barriers of the time, and raised four children with her husband James Earl Carter.
During Women's History Month, I would like to recognize a leader and humanitarian from Southwest Georgia, Lillian Gordy Carter.
Born in Richland, Georgia, in 1898, she quickly gained recognition in her community for her diligent work as a nurse.
www.nps.gov/people/lilli...
I will continue to work in Congress to ensure that legislation reflects the understanding that military quality of life is not secondary to readiness, it is readiness.
Military families have seen programs gutted or eliminated that engage and include their diverse community, and they have lost access to the full range of healthcare they previously had.
Families of servicemembers are greatly affected by the decisions we make in Congress. Our servicemembers and their families are on the frontlines of the Iran war and are coping with fuel and other household expenses that have skyrocketed here at home in the past weeks.
Yesterday, I participated in the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs hearing with military leaders on issues involving military families’ quality of life.
youtu.be/DilKIDPJ4zk
Just a reminder that high schoolers from GA's Second Congressional District can still submit their entries for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. The winner will have their artwork on display for one year in the Capitol complex.
bishop.house.gov/media-center...
Here are my opening remarks (youtu.be/2dK9kzW-VG4) but you can also see my follow up questions as well.
1st Questions: youtu.be/xSD--r7k9eI
2nd Questions: youtu.be/vUlJkRO1-R0
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Voting History618 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
618 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-11 | H.R. 1156 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-03-11 | H. Res. 211 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-11 | H. Res. 211 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-10 | H.R. 993 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-10 | H.R. 901 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-10 | H.R. 495 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-06 | H. Res. 189 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-06 | S.J. Res. 11 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-05 | H. Res. 189 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-03-05 | H.J. Res. 42 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-05 | H.J. Res. 61 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-04 | H. Res. 177 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-04 | H. Res. 177 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-04 | H.R. 758 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-03-03 | H.R. 856 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-27 | H.J. Res. 20 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-26 | H.J. Res. 35 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-26 | H.R. 695 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-26 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-26 | H.R. 804 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-26 | H.R. 788 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-25 | H. Res. 161 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-25 | H. Res. 161 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-25 | H.R. 818 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-25 | H.R. 832 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-24 | H.R. 825 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-13 | H.R. 35 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-02-12 | H.R. 77 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-12 | H.R. 77 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-02-11 | H. Res. 122 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-11 | H. Res. 122 (119th) | End debate now | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Passed |
| 2025-02-10 | H.R. 736 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-10 | H.R. 692 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-07 | H.R. 26 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-02-07 | H.R. 26 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-02-06 | H.R. 27 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-02-06 | H.R. 27 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | YES | ✕↔ | Failed |
| 2025-02-05 | H. Res. 93 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-05 | H. Res. 93 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-05 | H.R. 776 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-04 | H.R. 43 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 21 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 21 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 471 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 375 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | S. 5 (119th) | Final passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H.R. 165 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H. Res. 53 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H. Res. 53 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H.R. 187 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.