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U.S. Senator from Vermont
Born
May 2, 1947
Age 79
Phone
(202) 224-4242
Office
115 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Vermont

Peter Welch

Peter Francis Welch is an American lawyer and politician serving since 2023 as the junior United States senator from Vermont. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the U.S. representative for Vermont's at-large congressional district from 2007 to 2023. He has been a major figure in Vermont politics for over four decades and is only the second Democrat to represent Vermont in the Senate, after his predecessor, Patrick Leahy.

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Voting Record — 846
Yes31%
No64%
Present0%
Not Voting6%
Party align95%
Cross-party3%
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Peter's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 70 sponsored · 409 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govMar 3(source)
Pastor Steven Tendo fled persecution and torture in Uganda and has lived peacefully in Vermont for many years. ICE violated his due process and detained him as he was leaving work. ICE should be focused on violent criminals, not terrorizing our communities. 
Photo of Peter with Pastor Steven Tendo.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govMar 2(source)
President Trump has ignited an unnecessary war against Iran that threatens to engulf the entire Middle East. The Senate must immediately vote on the War Powers Resolution to stop involvement of U.S. forces in hostilities with Iran.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govMar 2(source)
A two-state solution can’t be reached if Israeli settlements continue to expand in the West Bank. But the Trump Administration's latest move gives a green light to the illegal occupation and threatens future peace negotiations.
Screenshot of a New York Times article titled: U.S. will offer embassy services in a West Bank settlement for the first time.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govMar 2(source)
Demand for electricity is higher than it’s ever been before and consumers are paying the price. That's why I’m introducing a bill with Senator Dave McCormick to make our energy grid more efficient so we can get more electricity to homes and small businesses at a lower cost. https://bit.ly/4copGCq
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govMar 1(source)
My heart is with the American service members who were killed and injured as a result of President Trump’s decision to go to war with Iran. I’m praying for their loved ones and for the safety of all American service members in the Middle East.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 26(source)
At the heart of Vermont values is the idea that we look out for our neighbors and give them a helping hand. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are recovering from a brutal snowstorm. I’m proud that Vermont has sent dozens of VTrans employees down to help both states dig out.
News headline graphic from NBC 10 WJAR Headline reads: Snow removal equipment, crews from Vermont arrive in Rhode Island. Photo of trucks and plows.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 26(source)
Vermonters Krista Gay and her husband Christian Rogerson started a little free pantry to help out neighbors who lost their SNAP benefits. The couple’s kindness has touched millions on social media, inspiring others around the country to start their own little pantries. people.com/their-small-...
Small Town Struggling with No Food Pantry, Then Couple 'Overwhelmed' by Residents Going Hungry Comes Forward (Exclusive)
Krista Gay and her husband started a driveway “Little Free Pantry” in Vermont to help neighbors struggling with food insecurity. The pantry has gone viral on TikTok, inspiring others across the countr...
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 26(source)
President Trump’s illegal tariffs cost you $1,700 last year. That’s $1,700 that you couldn't spend on housing, on health care, on groceries, on your electricity bill, on child care. He’s made $4 billion profiting off the presidency but took money away from you.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 25(source)
For the past year, President Trump has been illegally taxing you and small businesses with his chaotic tariffs. Senator Warren, Senator Booker, and I think he should give that money back.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 24(source)
For four years, the people of Ukraine have been bravely defending their country against Putin's ongoing illegal invasion. While President Trump continues to ignore Putin's crimes, I’ll continue to work in the Senate to support Ukraine's sovereignty and hold Putin accountable.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 23(source)
I recently secured $598,000 in federal funds to help build a new fire station for the Rockingham Fire and Rescue Department. I met with the department's leaders in Bellow Falls to celebrate the project and discuss my bill with the Vermont delegation to strengthen emergency services in rural areas.
Peter celebrates federal funding he secured for the Rockingham Fire and Rescue Department in Bellow Falls.
Peter celebrates federal funding he secured for the Rockingham Fire and Rescue Department in Bellow Falls.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 23(source)
I'm launching a new listening sessions series, "Common Grounds with Senator Welch," to hear from Vermonters about on how Congress can work better for them. Last week, I started the tour in Caledonia, Orleans, and Orange counties, and I'm looking forward to more visits soon.
Peter kicks off his "Common Grounds with Senator Welch" tour in Orleans County.
Peter continues his "Common Grounds with Senator Welch" tour in Orange County.
Peter continues his "Common Grounds with Senator Welch" tour in Caledonia County.
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 18(source)
Good. Mohsen is in this country legally and peacefully protested the war in Gaza. It’s outrageous that the Trump Administration is trying to deport him simply for exercising his freedom of speech.
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BREAKING: An immigration judge has *terminated* the Trump-Vance administration's efforts to deport Columbia pro-Palestine student protestor Mohsen Mahdawi. Mohsen was first detained 10 months ago, when agents ambushed him at a citizenship interview.
Mohsen Mahdawi gestures as he is escorted by immigration authorities in handcuffs during his arrest in Colchester, Vermont, on April 14, 2025. Photo by Christopher Helali via Reuters
Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govFeb 17(source)
Reverend Jesse Jackson will be remembered forever as a man who relentlessly fought for justice and freedom in America and around the world. Our country is better off because of his service and advocacy. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and every person he impacted.
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Voting History
846 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
2025-10-06S. Res. 412 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-10-06H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (52-42, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-06S. 2882 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (45-50, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-03H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-03S. 2882 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-03S. Res. 412 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Resolution Agreed to (51-46)
2025-10-01S. Res. 412 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-10-01—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-10-01—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-10-01H.R. 5371 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (55-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-10-01S. 2882 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-30H.R. 5371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Defeated (55-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-30S. 2882 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Defeated (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-29S. 2806 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (37-61, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-29—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2025-09-29—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-45)
2025-09-19—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (47-43)
2025-09-19—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (47-45)
2025-09-19H.R. 5371 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Defeated (44-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-19S. 2882 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Defeated (47-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-18—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-09-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-09-17—Decision of the Chair PN12-19 and PN25-28 and PN12-45 and PN22-1 and PN22-2 and PN22-5 and PN22-27 and PN22-20 and PN22-21 and PN26-8 and PN26-34 and PN26-35 and PN55-41 and PN22-4 and PN22-8 and PN22-19 and PN26-1 and PN22-23 and PN25-40 and PN26-7 and PN26-19 and PN26-31 and PN60-3 and PN26-44 and PN25-2 and PN55-16 and PN60-9 and PN60-10 and PN129-8 and PN26-45 and PN141-37 and PN141-7 and PN141-28 and PN12-22 and PN25-21 and PN22-3 and PN26-22 and PN13-5 and PN22-24 and PN25-33 and PN141-18 and PN150-5 and PN345-16 and PN55-42 and PN54-6 and PN54-7 and PN55-45 and PN55-25YESYES✓Decision of Chair Not Sustained (47-52)
2025-09-17—Motion to Reconsider PN55-25 and PN55-45 and PN54-7 and PN54-6 and PN55-42 and PN345-16 and PN150-5 and PN141-18 and PN25-33 and PN22-24 and PN13-5 and PN26-22 and PN22-3 and PN25-21 and PN12-22 and PN141-28 and PN141-7 and PN141-37 and PN26-45 and PN129-8 and PN60-10 and PN60-9 and PN55-16 and PN25-2 and PN26-44 and PN60-3 and PN26-31 and PN26-19 and PN26-7 and PN25-40 and PN22-23 and PN26-1 and PN22-19 and PN22-8 and PN22-4 and PN55-41 and PN26-35 and PN26-34 and PN26-8 and PN22-21 and PN22-20 and PN22-27 and PN22-5 and PN22-2 and PN22-1 and PN12-45 and PN12-19 and PN25-28NONO✓Motion to Reconsider Agreed to (51-47)
2025-09-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-16S. Con. Res. 22 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (36-62)
2025-09-16S.J. Res. 60 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-51)
2025-09-15—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (48-47)
2025-09-15—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2025-09-15S. Res. 377 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Resolution Agreed to (51-44)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)Decision of the Chair S.Res. 377YESYES✓Decision of Chair Not Sustained (45-53)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)Motion to Reconsider S.Res. 377NONO✓Motion to Reconsider Agreed to (52-45)
2025-09-11S. Res. 377 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2025-09-10S. 2296 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (51-49)
2025-09-09S. Res. 377 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45)
2025-09-09S. Res. 377 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (53-46)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-09-09—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-09-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-09-09—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-09-08—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-43)
2025-09-04S. 2296 (119th)Begin considerationNOYES✕Motion to Proceed Agreed to (83-13)
2025-09-04—End debateNOT_VOTINGNO—Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-09-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-09-02S. 2296 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNOYES✕Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (84-14, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNOT_VOTINGNO—Nomination Confirmed (71-23)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNOT_VOTING——Nomination Confirmed (72-22)
2025-08-02—Confirm nomineeNOT_VOTINGNO—Nomination Confirmed (59-35)

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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