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Seat

Representative for Georgia District 2

Born

February 4, 1947

Age 79

Phone

(202) 225-3631

Office

2407 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Georgia District 2

Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.

Sanford Dixon Bishop Jr. is an American lawyer and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 2nd congressional district since 1993. He became the dean of Georgia's congressional delegation after the death of John Lewis. A member of the Blue Dog Coalition, he belongs to the moderate faction of the Democratic Party. His district is in southwestern Georgia and includes Albany, Thomasville, and most of Columbus and Macon.

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Voting Record — 499

Yes45%

No53%

Present0%

Not Voting2%

Party align95%

Cross-party5%

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District Map

Congressional District 2

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

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Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratGeorgia District 2

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Sanford D.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 7 sponsored · 145 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

ICE and CBP already have billions of dollars for FY26 provided by last summer’s big, ugly bill.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

This would allow us to reopen these vital government agencies while still working to protect Americans’ civil rights and put commonsense guardrails to rein in ICE’s & CBP’s aggressive actions which have hurt, and even killed, American citizens and law-abiding immigrant families.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

... the Science & Technology Directorate (S&T), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of the Inspector General (OIG).

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

My colleagues and I have offered a Homeland Security funding bill that fully funds FEMA, TSA, the Federal Protective Service, the Secret Service, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC),...

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

As an Eagle Scout, I know how vital it is for young people to have a place they feel heard and where they can develop their skills and passions. All youth, no matter their beliefs or backgrounds, deserve opportunities to learn and to have positive experiences with adult role models.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

4-H offers programs in every county in Georgia, getting kids actively involved in health, agriculture, and civic engagement.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

Today, I met with leaders from the National 4-H Council to talk about how I can continue to work in Congress supporting their mission to instill leadership, hard work, and healthy living values in young people.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

Congress should pass the Farm Workforce Modernization Act to ensure America has a stable workforce to bring affordable, fresh Georgia blueberries to consumers across the country.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

I stand with the House Agriculture Committee’s Agricultural Labor Working Group, who have put forward universally bipartisan solutions to address workforce issues faced by the nation’s agricultural producers.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

The state of Georgia produces the third highest number of blueberries in the United States, totaling over 130 million pounds in 2024. This large volume requires many hardworking people at many different levels.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 18(source)

This month, I met with blueberry growers from across the country, including right here in Southwest and Middle Georgia, to discuss the farm bill, farm labor, and the current farm economy.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 17(source)

While folks may be more familiar with Savannah’s Irish history, today, one of Georgia’s proportionally largest Irish American communities is right here in the Chattahoochee Valley.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 17(source)

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all who celebrate! Our country has a long and rich history of Irish immigrants who have come to America and contributed to our collective effort to make our great nation what it is today.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 17(source)

The bipartisan legislation we are introducing today, however, will ensure that all physicians and health professionals are exempted from this fee so that they can continue to serve without fear or financial hardship. bishop.house.gov/media-center...

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 17(source)

The $100,000 H-1B filing fee adds insult to injury to hospitals, especially in rural areas. The fee will have a detrimental impact on their ability to recruit qualified health care professionals to some of the nation’s most underserved areas.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 17(source)

Today, I joined Reps. Mike Lawler (R-NY), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), and Yvette Clarke (D-NY) to introduce the bipartisan H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 16(source)

This month, I met with the Georgia Association of Broadcasters. Its members reach over 95% of Georgians each week. I will continue to work in Congress to ensure that Georgians can access trusted local news and have emergency broadcast services.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 14(source)

... I am working with Democrats and Republicans on legislation and securing the needed federal funding to make sure our veterans get the care they need, including improved mental healthcare and making quality care more accessible.

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 14(source)

As a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and the co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Military Families Caucus,...

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.@bishop.house.govMar 14(source)

Last Wednesday, I met with the Veterans of Foreign Wars to discuss ways we can work through Congress to help improve the lives of America's military veterans.

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Sponsored Bills(7)

H. Res. 1206 (119th)
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable…
H. Res. 1157 (119th)
Commending the American Chemical Society on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and recogn…
H.R. 7762 (119th)
To amend the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 to require the Secretary of Agricul…
H.R. 7761 (119th)
To reauthorize and improve the relending program to resolve ownership and succession on farm…
H.R. 5422 (119th)
Military Housing Performance Insight Act

Cosponsored Bills(145)

H. Res. 1253 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commende…
Joined: 2026-05-04
H.J. Res. 158 (119th)
Encouraging States to establish "Veterans Tax Relief Weekends" that coincide with Memorial D…
Joined: 2026-04-21
H. Res. 1205 (119th)
Encouraging military discounts in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Joined: 2026-04-21
H. Res. 1204 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that as the United States marks 250 yea…
Joined: 2026-04-21
H. Res. 1183 (119th)
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Materna…
Joined: 2026-04-16

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Voting History

499 total votes

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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
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 5764 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-20	H.R. 5763 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed

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.

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