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Seat
U.S. Senator from Colorado
Born
November 28, 1964
Age 61
Phone
(202) 224-5852
Office
261 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Colorado

Michael F. Bennet

Michael Farrand Bennet is an American attorney, businessman, and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Colorado, a seat he has held since 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, he was appointed to the seat when Senator Ken Salazar became Secretary of the Interior. Bennet previously worked as a managing director for the Anschutz Investment Company, chief of staff to Denver mayor John Hickenlooper, and superintendent of Denver Public Schools. Bennet is running for Governor of Colorado in 2026.

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Voting Record — 789
Yes29%
No68%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align96%
Cross-party3%
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Michael F. Bennet
U.S. SenatorDemocratColorado
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Michael F.'s ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 64 sponsored · 223 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 15(source)
It was great to speak with Western Growers about our shared work to deliver for producers on the frontlines of major issues across Colorado and the West. Western agriculture faces unique challenges, and I’m committed to showing up for our farmers, families, and rural communities.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 14(source)
Under the current Republican tax plan, millions of Americans will lose their health insurance or see their costs increase – all for tax breaks for billionaires and corporations. This bill doesn't benefit anyone but President Trump and his ultra-wealthy friends.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 14(source)
As President Trump's trade war alienates key partners in Latin America and the Caribbean, China is stepping in to advance its influence. We need legislation like my bipartisan Americas Act to renew U.S. partnerships and create joint economic prosperity across the Western Hemisphere.
China seeks a united front with Latin America in countering Trump's trade war
A day after China and the U.S. agreed to a 90-day truce in their tariffs stalemate, China is moving to strengthen its alliances as a counterweight to President Donald Trump's trade war.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 13(source)
His plan to accept a $400 million luxury jet from the Qatari government for use as Air Force One is an act of blatant corruption and a violation of our Constitution that poses severe counterintelligence risks, needlessly undermining U.S. national security.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 13(source)
While President Trump claims to target fraud and abuse, his actions continue to prove that his priorities are his own interests and those of his wealthy friends – not the American people, the American interest, or the rule of law.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 12(source)
After more than 19 months in captivity, I’m relieved Edan Alexander, the last American hostage held captive by Hamas terrorists, has been reunited with his family. The Trump administration must continue pushing to bring home every innocent hostage and end this war.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 12(source)
President Trump's decision to defend or roll back key mental health parity regulations is one that will affect millions of Americans’ access to critical mental health care. As Colorado and our country face a mental and behavioral health crisis, we need these now more than ever.
Trump Team Faces Key Legal Decision That Could Put Mental Health Parity in Peril - KFF Health News
The administration is facing a May 12 deadline to declare if it will defend Biden-era regulations that aim to enforce laws requiring parity in insurance coverage of mental and physical health care.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 11(source)
Members of @cohospitalassn.bsky.social stopped by my office this week to discuss everything from protecting our rural hospitals to defending Medicaid. I’ll keep using every tool at my disposal to defend this critical program for the millions of Coloradans who rely on it.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 10(source)
It's Public Service Recognition Week, and President Trump’s office closures and mass terminations continue to sow chaos and confusion. Our dedicated public servants provide essential services for the American people – they need our support now more than ever.
Column | Trump ignores week honoring feds as ‘fear’ dominates their workplaces
This is Public Service Recognition Week, but the feds President Donald Trump has celebrated are the ones leading his assault on federal employees and agencies.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 8(source)
While President Trump alienates U.S. allies, China and Russia are bolstering their cooperation, with Beijing backing Putin's war on Ukraine. For our own national security, we must stand firm with our allies and partners. Abandoning them makes the world more dangerous, not less.
Putin and Xi Tout Partnership Aimed at US-Led Order in Talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping held bilateral meetings in Moscow, emphasizing the alliance between their countries as they seek to upend the US-led world order...
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 7(source)
Vice President Vance has finally realized what we have long known: Russia is the obstacle to peace, not Ukraine. The Trump administration must continue surging military assistance to and intelligence-sharing with Ukraine so that we can achieve a just and enduring peace that ends this war.
Vance says Russia ‘asking for too much’ to end war with Ukraine
The vice president told the Munich Leaders Meeting that the U.S. wants to see Ukraine and Russia speak directly.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 7(source)
It was great to meet with Space Force Gen. Chance Saltzman. We discussed the Space Force’s vital mission to protect U.S. national security by advancing our interests in, from & to space. CO’s Space Force installations lead that charge — and I’ll keep fighting to make sure they stay at the forefront.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 6(source)
As a former school superintendent, I know teaching is one of the toughest, most important careers. On #TeacherAppreciationDay, I am grateful for our state’s extraordinary teachers. Their dedication to shaping the next generation of Coloradans inspires me every day.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govMay 5(source)
President Trump's termination of Forest Service employees trained to respond to wildfire is reckless, especially as we approach summer with below-average snowpack. With colleagues from across Colorado, I am calling for their reinstatement.
Hurd joins Dems in calling for rehiring of wildfire-qualified national forest staff
Republican U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd has joined Democrats in Colorado’s congressional delegation in calling for the reinstatement of an estimated 3,000 U.S. Forest Service employees qualified to respond to ...
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Voting History
789 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-06-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37)
2025-06-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (72-26)
2025-06-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-28)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (59-36)
2025-06-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-37)
2025-06-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-06-02—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 89 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (49-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 89 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 87 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-45)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 87 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-22H.J. Res. 88 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-44)
2025-05-21H.J. Res. 88 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Point of Order S.J.Res. 55NONO✓Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Point of Order S.J.Res. 55NONO✓Point of Order Sustained (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Motion to Adjourn S.J.Res. 55YESYES✓Motion to Adjourn Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Ten Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (45-52)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Fifteen Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Thirty Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for 60 Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (45-51)
2025-05-21—Motion (Motion to Recess for Ninety Minutes)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (46-51)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (51-46)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Kill the motionYESYES✓Motion to Table Failed (46-52)
2025-05-21S.J. Res. 55 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
2025-05-21S. 1582 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (69-31)
2025-05-19S. 1582 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (66-32, 3/5 majority required)
2025-05-19—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-05-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-05-15S. Res. 195 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.Res. 195YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (45-50)
2025-05-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-05-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-05-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-40)
2025-05-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-05-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-05-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26)
2025-05-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-05-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-05-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-05-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-05-08S. 1582 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-49, 3/5 majority required)

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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