The Trump Administration’s proposed cuts and overhauls threaten the core of this vital safety net. I will keep fighting in Congress to defend Head Start and protect the children and families who rely on it most.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Colorado
Michael F. Bennet
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Voting Record — 885
Yes27%
No64%
Present0%
Not Voting9%
Party align96%
Cross-party3%
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Michael F. Bennet
U.S. SenatorDemocratColorado
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Every year, over 11,000 vulnerable children in Colorado - including those experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or living with disabilities - rely on this critical program.
Head Start provides comprehensive, high-quality early childhood education that leads to higher graduation rates, better health outcomes, and increased lifetime earnings.
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This weekend, stop by a local farmers market to support the farmers, ranchers, and vendors who bring fresh, local food to families across our state.
Happy National Farmers Market Week! Colorado's farmers markets support local producers, strengthen our communities, and make fresh Colorado-grown food more accessible.
Find a farmers market near you: coloradoinfo.com/farmers-mark...
Susan and I are deeply grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. We stand with loved ones, fellow crew members, and communities across Colorado to honor these heroes and carry forward their enduring legacy of service.
Today, the Senate passed our resolution to honor the five wildfire responders who lost their lives during this devastating fire season. These brave Americans made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities and keep Coloradans safe.
www.bennet.senate.gov/2026/08/08/c...
We must codify these safeguards into law so no administration can politicize lifesaving research or withhold critical investments from rural communities and research institutions across Colorado.
While this spending bill temporarily prevents the Trump Administration from freezing or canceling scientific research funding at the President's political whim, temporary protections are not enough.
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His confirmation risks further politicizing federal law enforcement and the administration of justice in this country. I will do everything possible to hold him accountable to the rule of law.
Todd Blanche has plans to ban abortion nationwide. He has given no legal guarantees that the $1.8B slush fund he created is dead. And he will continue to do whatever the President asks.
Today, Senate Republicans voted to confirm Trump's personal attorney as Attorney General and head of the Justice Department.
I will do everything I can to stop these attacks.
President Trump and RFK are continuing to threaten our children’s health by spreading misinformation and conspiracy theories.
Vaccines do not cause autism. Efforts to undermine childhood vaccine policies are dangerous.
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This bill ends an unfair double standard and ensures that early childhood educators are provided the same tax benefits available to K-12 teachers.
As the former Superintendent of Denver Public Schools, I know firsthand how often educators dip into their own pockets to provide school supplies for their students.
I am glad to see my bipartisan SEED Act pass alongside the Senate's Russia sanctions bill.
www.bennet.senate.gov/2025/09/16/b...
The Senate just passed our bipartisan bill to put more pressure on Putin and stand firmly with the Ukrainian people.
The House must pass it in September — and the Senate must do everything we can to continue supporting Ukraine.
Read my full statement ⬇️
It is our responsibility to recognize their service, including by passing the Purple Heart Veterans Education Act, which would ensure that every Purple Heart recipient can transfer their earned benefits to support their family’s education and success.
On Purple Heart Day, we honor and remember the nearly two million servicemembers who have earned the Purple Heart for their sacrifices in defense of our nation.
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Voting History885 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
885 total votes
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| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-06 | S.J. Res. 7 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2025-05-06 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-47) |
| 2025-05-06 | S.J. Res. 13 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-05-06 | H.J. Res. 61 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (55-45) |
| 2025-05-05 | H.J. Res. 61 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-43) |
| 2025-05-01 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45) |
| 2025-05-01 | S.J. Res. 31 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-46) |
| 2025-05-01 | H.J. Res. 75 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-45) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 31 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-40) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 49 (119th) | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (49-49, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-04-30 | S.J. Res. 49 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Joint Resolution Defeated (49-49) |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 75 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-04-30 | H.J. Res. 42 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (52-46) |
| 2025-04-29 | H.J. Res. 42 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (83-14) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-13) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (60-36) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-36) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (59-39) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-39) |
| 2025-04-29 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (67-29) |
| 2025-04-28 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (64-27) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | Confirm nominee | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (60-25) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-25) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | Confirm nominee | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Nomination Confirmed (59-26) |
| 2025-04-11 | — | End debate | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-25) |
| 2025-04-10 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-46) |
| 2025-04-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-04-10 | H.J. Res. 20 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Joint Resolution Passed (53-44) |
| 2025-04-09 | H.J. Res. 20 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-42) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-44) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-45) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (49-46) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (60-37) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-46) |
| 2025-04-09 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-42) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-37) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (66-32) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-32) |
| 2025-04-08 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (54-45) |
| 2025-04-07 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-39) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Accept House changes | NO | NO | ✓ | Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (51-48) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-52) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-50) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
| 2025-04-05 | H. Con. Res. 14 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-51) |
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.