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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 — 788
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 · 60 sponsored · 221 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 18(source)
It was great to join @pettersen.house.gov for a town hall in Salida Wednesday night. As we continue working together to counter President Trump’s shortsighted efforts and improve our state for every Coloradan, I’m grateful to all those who showed up to have their voices heard.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 17(source)
Direct File makes filing taxes easier, simpler, and cheaper for hardworking families. While President Trump claims he’s cutting costs for Americans, his plan to end this critical, free program comes at the expense of taxpayers across the country.
Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, sources say
Users credited the program with making tax filing easy. But Republican lawmakers and commercial tax prep companies have said it's a waste of taxpayer money.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 17(source)
Across the country, family caregivers play a critical role in the lives of their loved ones, often at a significant financial cost to themselves. My bipartisan bill will make things a little easier for them ⬇️
A New Bill Would Give CO Caregivers the Credit They Deserve
Family caregiving is an essential job performed with grace and dedication by more than 48 million Americans and 600,000 Coloradans. There is little doubt that each and every American is...
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 15(source)
Now, President Trump is openly defying the Supreme Court’s ruling to release him. This isn’t just unacceptable, it’s illegal. The Trump administration must bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia home NOW.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 15(source)
The Trump administration’s deportation of Maryland father Kilmar Abrego Garcia was an admitted mistake that flies in the face of our country’s laws.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 12(source)
At our town hall with Representative Neguse in Boulder, we spoke with Coloradans about everything from building a strong economy to fighting back against the Trump Administration. I’m grateful to all who showed up to have their voices heard.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 12(source)
Parkinson’s Awareness Month is an opportunity to support the 1M Americans living with Parkinson’s, including more than 15,000 Coloradans. Let’s work together to advance research, improve care, and find a cure. #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsMonth
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 10(source)
It's always great to welcome members of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association to the office. We discussed everything from Colorado’s needs in the next Farm Bill, to ensuring USDA programs live up to their potential.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 9(source)
In the richest country in the world, child poverty is a moral obscenity. The expanded #ChildTaxCredit would change the lives of millions of American children for the better. Today, Democrats demonstrated that we are fighting for families in every corner of our country.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 9(source)
Today, I’m introducing legislation to permanently expand the #ChildTaxCredit to put kids first and help millions of working families make ends meet. Tune in to our LIVE press conference on my Facebook or YouTube pages at 12:30 PM ET/10:30 AM MT!
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 8(source)
Ukrainians of Colorado stopped by my office today to discuss the importance of U.S. support as the Ukrainian people continue their brave fight against Putin’s aggression. We must not allow President Trump to weaken Ukraine's negotiating position when there is so much at stake.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 8(source)
I met with Denver East High School’s 'We the People' team to congratulate them on their recent win in the Colorado competition and hear what's on the minds of our state's bright young leaders. I’ll be rooting for this team as they compete in the national finals this week!
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 7(source)
Everywhere I go in Colorado, people tell me about the lack of affordable housing. It was great to sit down with Colorado Neighborworks members on Capitol Hill to discuss how they’re working with their communities to meet these challenges and hear what I can do to help.
Michael Bennet@bennet.senate.govApr 4(source)
Laura Loomer, a 9/11 truther, has no place anywhere near the White House. It is clear that Susie Wiles has lost control - the inmates are running the asylum.
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Voting History
788 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
2025-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (69-30)
2025-07-14—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-28)
2025-07-14—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (46-42)
2025-07-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2025-07-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43)
2025-07-10—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-45)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-07-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-44)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-07-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-07-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-07-08—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-42)
2025-07-08—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-41)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Bennet Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Agreed to (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (45-55)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (49-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Agreed to (99-1)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Rejected (21-79)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (50-50)
2025-07-01H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-07-01—Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2775)NONO✓Motion Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-01—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(f) of the CBA Re: Collins Amdt. No. 2812)NONO✓Motion Rejected (22-78, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Motion to Waive Section 425(a)(2) of the CBA re: H.R. 1)NONO✓Motion Agreed to (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Padilla Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(A) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 2772 )YESYES✓Motion Rejected (42-58, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Schiff Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Duckworth Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-51)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Hassan Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Gallego Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Blumenthal Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Armed Services with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Kaine Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313 (b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2401)NONO✓Motion Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Murray Amdt. No. 2771)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the Congressional Budget Act Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 2446)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 313(b)(1)(D) of the CBA Re: Cornyn Amdt. No. 2705)NONO✓Motion Rejected (56-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30—Motion (Motion to Waive Section 302(F) of the CBA Re: Amdt. No. 2414)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-06-30H.R. 1 (119th)Motion (Blunt Rochester Motion to Commit H.R. 1 to the Committee on Finance with Instructions)YESYES✓Motion Rejected (48-52)

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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