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Representative for Missouri District 5

Born

October 26, 1944

Age 81

Phone

(202) 225-4535

Office

2217 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Missouri District 5

Emanuel Cleaver

Emanuel Cleaver II is an American politician and United Methodist pastor serving as the U.S. representative for Missouri's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the 51st mayor of Kansas City, Missouri, from 1991 to 1999, becoming the first Black person to hold that role.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes39%

No55%

Present0%

Not Voting5%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 5

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Emanuel Cleaver

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMissouri District 5

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Emanuel's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 19 sponsored · 187 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 5(source)

Democrats have been fighting for months to extend ACA tax credits that help families afford health care. We have successfully forced a vote to restore these tax credits and reverse the premium increases that millions of Americans are facing. We just need a handful of Republicans to join us.

Semafor

@semafor.com

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Congress returns to familiar health care stalemate www.semafor.com/article/01/0...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 3(source)

My full statement here: cleaver.house.gov/media-center...

Rep. Cleaver’s Statement on Unconstitutional Military Action in Venezuela

(Kansas City, MO) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement after the administration’s unconstitutional military action in Venezuela.“The president’s rec...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 3(source)

The president’s reckless decision to put our servicemembers in harm’s way by attacking a sovereign nation without a coherent rationale or approval from Congress is unconstitutional, destabilizing to the region, and deeply damaging to America’s reputation around the world.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

The American people are sick and tired of the president’s reckless economic policies and refusal to provide relief to working-class families. Democrats won’t stop fighting to address the Republican health care crisis and lower costs for hardworking families.

PBS News

@pbsnews.org

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Americans give President Donald Trump his worst approval ratings ever for his handling of the economy, as they also express concerns about the cost of living, healthcare prices, and personal finances, according to the latest PBS News/NPR/Marist poll. https://to.pbs.org/49g3nwx

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

Despite a bipartisan majority in the House that supports an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits, Republicans in Congress have allowed these benefits to expire, driving up health care costs on more than 20 million Americans. Democrats will keep fighting to provide relief.

Sahil Kapur

@sahilkapur.bsky.social

Open post ↗

ACA enhanced tax credits have officially expired, meaning higher costs kick in this month for ~22 million Americans. House is likely to pass a 3-year extension… but Senate Republicans told me before the holidays that bill will die in the Senate. www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

And one my highest priorities is always bringing federal funding back home to support local projects. Whether it’s grant funding to support affordable housing developments or strengthen local health centers, I’ll always fight to ensure western Missouri receives its fair share!

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

Constituent services are an essential component of my work as your Representative. From helping Missourians receive their full tax refund to assisting veterans in obtaining the benefits they have earned, my office is always available and happy to help!

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

As families struggle to keep up with the cost of housing, I’ve been working to enact bipartisan reforms that will lower costs for Americans nationwide. I’m proud that 6 of my housing bills were recently passed out of committee and will receive a vote in the House. cleaver.house.gov/media-center...

Cleaver, Committee Leadership Advance Historic Housing Package Out of Financial Services Committee with Overwhelming Support

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, the House Committee on Financial Services passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act with overwhelming bipartisan support.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govJan 2(source)

Whether it was advancing bipartisan legislation to lower housing costs, bringing federal funding back to Missouri for local projects, or assisting Missouri families with federal agencies, I’m proud of what my office and I have accomplished for #MO05 Follow along for my 2025 Recap!

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 23(source)

This is an extraordinarily disappointing outcome for Missourians, Chiefs fans, and taxpayers throughout western Missouri and eastern Kansas. My full statement on the Chiefs’ relocation here: cleaver.house.gov/media-center...

Congressman Cleaver’s Statement on the Kansas City Chiefs’ Relocation

(Kansas City, MO) - Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement after the Kansas City Chiefs announced their relocation from Missouri to Kansas.“When a major...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 19(source)

The president and his administration are not only continuing their effort to bury the Epstein Files—they’re breaking the law in the process. We will not stop in the fight to bring transparency to the American people.

Oversight Dems

@oversightdemocrats.bsky.social

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Joint statement by Ranking Members Robert Garcia and Jamie Raskin on Trump Administration decision to defy Epstein Files Transparency Act.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 19(source)

The president does not have the authority to start another war. The administration should focus more time on lowering health care costs for hardworking families and less on instigating another regime change war that will waste valuable lives and resources.

Politico

@politico.com

Open post ↗

Trump won’t rule out war with Venezuela

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 19(source)

Billionaires like Elon Musk may be richer than ever, but the president’s reckless and regressive economic policies are crushing working-class families and small businesses across the country. Americans deserve better.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

Open post ↗

CNBC on new consumer sentiment numbers: "50.4 is a new all time low ... my database going back into the 1970s."

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 19(source)

A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives supports an extension of ACA tax credits to prevent health care premiums from skyrocketing Instead of providing relief to American families, the Speaker sent lawmakers home to block the legislation from getting a vote www.cnn.com/2025/12/19/p...

Congress leaves town until 2026, letting enhanced Obamacare tax credits expire in two weeks | CNN Politics

Congressional Republicans have sent lawmakers home for the holidays without voting to address the Obamacare subsidies cliff that will hit millions of Americans on New Year’s Day — infuriating some of ...

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 19(source)

I want to thank the thousands of Missourians who participated in my tele-town hall last night. I know that health care costs are a major priority for our community—and I won’t stop fighting to extend ACA tax credits & restore funding to Medicaid so that all our neighbors can get the care they need.

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Hakeem Jeffries@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.socialDec 18(source)

The House should vote on extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits. Today.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 18(source)

Even Republicans are acknowledging the administration’s assault on renewable energy is driving up utility bills for working-class families. The president should stop catering to his Big Oil donors and start working to lower energy costs for American households. www.cnn.com/2025/12/17/p...

Voters are mad about utility bills. Republicans are blaming some in their own party | CNN Politics

A group of moderate Republicans have warned for months that their party’s plan to eliminate clean energy tax credits would contribute to utility bills skyrocketing.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 18(source)

The American people have made clear that they want Congress to take action to root out corruption throughout government—and a stock trading ban is a commonsense place to start. I look forward to supporting this legislation from @magaziner.house.gov. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

House Democrats roll out stock trading ban that includes Trump

The move could doom bipartisan efforts to ban stock trading, as Republicans may not back a measure that extends to the executive branch.

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 18(source)

As the administration slashes investments in renewable energy and federal programs that help low-income residents pay for heat, families are facing another surge in energy costs this winter. The American people deserve better. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/17/b...

Heating Costs Expected to Rise 9.2% This Winter

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver@cleaver.house.govDec 18(source)

A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives supports a 3-year extension of ACA tax credits that help working-class families afford health care. @housedemocrats.bsky.social are demanding a vote on that legislation TODAY to prevent health care costs from skyrocketing.

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Sponsored Bills(19)

H.J. Res. 162 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.R. 8402 (119th)
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to increase civics education pro…
H.R. 8325 (119th)
To require an independent review process for the prohibition of books at Bureau of Prisons f…
H.R. 8296 (119th)
To amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 t…
H.R. 8002 (119th)
To require coverage of incarcerated workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, and …

Cosponsored Bills(187)

H.R. 8694 (119th)
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit short-term, Buy Now, Pay Later loans for …
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Res. 1254 (119th)
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in build…
Joined: 2026-05-04
H.R. 8599 (119th)
To direct the United States Postal Service to submit a report to Congress on mail and packag…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1208 (119th)
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-22
H.R. 8276 (119th)
To designate the Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-14

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Voting History

498 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
2025-04-10	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 1039 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 586 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H.R. 1491 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 997 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 517 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 75 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 24 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H.R. 1534 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 1326 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 359 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.J. Res. 25 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
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

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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