At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Michigan District 3

Born

February 22, 1982

Age 44

Phone

(202) 225-3831

Office

1317 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Michigan District 3

Hillary J. Scholten

Hillary Jeanne Scholten is an American politician and attorney who has served as the U.S. representative from Michigan's 3rd congressional district since 2023. She is the first woman to represent the district and the first Democrat to represent Grand Rapids in Congress since the 1970s. Before her election, Scholten worked as an attorney for the Department of Justice and in private practice. Her district, which was once represented by former President Gerald Ford, is based in Grand Rapids and much of the urban core of West Michigan.

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Voting Record — 496

Yes43%

No52%

Present0%

Not Voting5%

Party align94%

Cross-party6%

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District Map

Congressional District 3

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

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Hillary J. Scholten

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMichigan District 3

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Hillary J.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 31 sponsored · 108 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 28(source)

My Statement on U.S. Military Strikes in Iran.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 28(source)

Calling all young West Michigan artists: the Congressional Art Competition is open, and Team Scholten is accepting submissions!

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 27(source)

As data centers expand, we have to make sure communities aren’t left footing the bill. I pressed the Army Corps on how large-scale data centers are impacting our water resources — because protecting West Michigan’s water must go hand in hand with economic growth.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 27(source)

It’s tax season, West Michigan. Visit michigan.gov/taxes/efile/... to see if you qualify to e-file your taxes for free, and reach out to my office if you have issues with the IRS or a tax return. Happy filing!

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 27(source)

I met with leaders from the NAACP and the Climate Action Campaign to discuss climate priorities for 2026 and how we can keep lowering energy costs while investing in clean, affordable solutions for our communities.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Affordable child care is a workforce issue. Today, I spoke with chamber leaders from across the country about my Tri-Share Child Care Pilot Act and how shared-cost solutions help employers compete and families stay in the workforce.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Today I visited Pine Rest’s new Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health to learn more about how they’re expanding access to mental health care for children and teens across West Michigan. Grateful for the clinicians and staff who show up every day to support families when they need it most.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Proud to spotlight Corewell Health’s work in delivering expert cancer care and vital resources that bring hope and healing to patients and families.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Met with Michigan leaders from JPMorgan Chase to talk about expanding access to capital and supporting small businesses across West Michigan. Making sure our financial system works for families and entrepreneurs is critical to local growth.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Great to meet with Grand Rapids–based Array of Engineers to talk about how West Michigan innovators are supporting our national defense and strengthening our local economy.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

I met with leaders from Mackinac Island to discuss the H-2B visa program and how critical it is for seasonal businesses. Making sure employers can meet workforce needs is essential to keeping Michigan’s tourism economy strong.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

Loved meeting with students from Kuyper College and the Work Colleges Consortium on the Capitol steps. Their work-college model is opening doors and preparing students for success.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 26(source)

This National Cherry Month, I’m proud to introduce the Friends in the Field Act. From Michigan cherry farms to specialty crop producers nationwide, biological pest control is helping farmers fight invasive species in a way that’s effective, affordable, and good for our environment.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

Michigan families rely on safe, reliable transportation every day. I met with the Michigan Department of Transportation to talk about funding, permitting challenges, and delivering infrastructure projects across our state.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

The first voice someone hears in an emergency matters. Today, I met with 9-1-1 professionals to discuss how Congress can better support dispatchers through proper classification, mental health resources, and Next Generation 9-1-1 investments.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

A quick conversation before the State of the Union with Megan Erskine of Catherine’s Health Center about affordable health care, community, and the people this work is really about.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

Honored to attend the State of the Union with Megan Erskine, CEO of Catherine’s Health Center, who is on the front lines every day expanding access to quality, affordable, patient-centered care in West Michigan.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

Michigan’s electric cooperatives play a critical role in keeping the lights on, especially in rural communities. Today, I met with the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association to discuss reliability, resilience, and smart energy planning.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

From Muskegon to Grand Rapids and beyond, Boys & Girls Clubs provide a safe place for kids to learn and grow. I was honored to receive the Champion of Youth Award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America for helping protect these vital programs.

Rep. Hillary Scholten@scholten.house.govFeb 25(source)

I am wearing white with my colleagues in the Democratic Women’s Caucus today to honor the suffragists who fought for our right to vote and to make clear that we will not let that right be taken away.

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Sponsored Bills(31)

H.R. 8708 (119th)
To direct the Administrator of the Small Business Administration and the National Director o…
H.R. 8664 (119th)
To require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to implement a certain rec…
H.R. 8491 (119th)
To direct the United States Postal Service to conduct a study on the feasibility of carrying…
H. Res. 1214 (119th)
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the International Hearing Society.
H.R. 8424 (119th)
To require the Secretary of Agriculture to streamline applications from farmers to be vendor…

Cosponsored Bills(108)

H.R. 8563 (119th)
To clarify eligibility for small business loans, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-04-28
H. Res. 1199 (119th)
Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and wom…
Joined: 2026-04-20
H. Res. 1165 (119th)
Congratulating the University of Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team on winning the 20…
Joined: 2026-04-13
H. Res. 1149 (119th)
Supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day on March 17, …
Joined: 2026-03-30
H.R. 8055 (119th)
To extend eligibility for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and…
Joined: 2026-03-24

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Voting History

496 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
2026-04-23	H.R. 5587 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1182 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	S. 1020 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 2493 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 5201 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 5200 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 1681 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 1156 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 1689 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	Approve resolution	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	End debate now	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 7613 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 1011 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (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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