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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 — 772

Yes29%

No65%

Present0%

Not Voting7%

Party align95%

Cross-party3%

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Peter Welch

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Peter's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 69 sponsored · 389 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 11(source)

If President Biden had baselessly called for a Republican Mayor and Governor to be arrested, I would have been one of the first to condemn him. What disturbs me almost as much as President Trump’s authoritarianism is the near-complete silence from my Republican colleagues in the Senate.

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Chicago Mayor should be in jail for failing to protect ICE Officers! Governor Pritzker also!

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 10(source)

When President Trump tries to convince you that he had no choice but to lay off these federal workers, just remember that he’s been doing it since Day One. He’s just trying to take advantage of the situation and doesn’t care if working families suffer.

Axios

@axios.com

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🚨 BREAKING: Trump officials say mass federal layoffs have begun

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 9(source)

I’m grateful for President Trump’s diplomatic efforts, along with our global partners for their work to reach this agreement. We must continue working together to secure lasting peace in the region.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 9(source)

I’m also gratified that this peace agreement means Israeli families will finally be reunited with their loved ones, who have been so cruelly held hostage by Hamas. I hope it will bring some peace to those whose loved ones have died at the hands of Hamas’ brutality in captivity.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 9(source)

I'm deeply relieved that a peace agreement has been reached to stop the bombing and end the immense loss of innocent life that has plagued Israel and Gaza since October 7, 2023. Now, desperately-needed food and medicine must immediately begin flowing to the people of Gaza.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 9(source)

Let’s be clear: under the law, federal employees who do not get their pay during a shutdown get retroactive pay when the government reopens. President Trump wants to violate this protection. It would be illegal.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 9(source)

It's now been 16 days since the people of Arizona’s 7th congressional district elected Adelita Grijalva to represent them, yet Speaker Johnson has refused to swear her in despite swearing in Republican members while out of session. It’s a direct attack on democracy.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 8(source)

There is a disturbing rise in antisemitic speech and violence. As elected leaders, we have a responsibility to speak clearly against antisemitism. On the anniversary of October 7, I filed a Senate Resolution condemning antisemitic hatred and urge my colleagues to join me. https://bit.ly/48QhokL

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 7(source)

We passed a law during President Trump’s first term to make sure federal workers get back pay in a shutdown. This would be breaking the law he signed.

The New York Times

@nytimes.com

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Breaking News: President Trump signaled that he may try to deny federal workers back pay after the shutdown, in contradiction to U.S. law.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 7(source)

We usually don’t agree on anything, but Congresswoman Greene is right—Republicans can’t allow health care premiums to double. Republican leadership must come to the negotiating table to protect working families from getting crushed.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 7(source)

We’ll never forget the atrocities committed by Hamas against Israel on October 7, 2023. On the second anniversary of that tragic day, we must stand against antisemitism and recommit to protecting the innocent and creating peace for all in the Middle East.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 6(source)

Here’s what a federal worker in Vermont told me about the current government shutdown.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 6(source)

If Republicans refuse to negotiate on saving discounted health care plans, it’s going to hit working families even harder than previously estimated. A new report shows the average premium for people using ACA health care plans will more than double in just a few months.

KFF

@kff.org

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Our new analysis shows that the average increase in out-of-pocket premium payments from the expiration of the ACA enhanced premium tax credits is *even higher* than previously estimated. Learn why: https://on.kff.org/3WfWxjj

KFF bar chart titled “Premium payments in 2026 would more than double on average if ACA Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire.” The chart shows the annual out-of-pocket premium payments for Affordable Care Act Marketplace enrollees in 2025 and 2026. For 2025, the payment is $888, and for 2026, the projected payment is $1,904. This is an increase of 114%. Note: the 2026 average premium payment assumes gross premiums increase of 18% for those who lose tax credit eligibility.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 5(source)

If Republicans fail to protect access to health care for 24 million Americans, working families, small businesses, and farmers will suffer. A couple running a flower farm and small business in Vermont break down how this will crush Main Streets in red and blue states alike. https://bit.ly/3IyvWuS

Campbell and Andersen: Breaking Vermonters

We feel blessed to operate two small businesses — a flower farm and a farm to plate restaurant in Vermont. Like so many other Vermonters, we take pride in working

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 4(source)

My Republican colleagues in the Senate have acknowledged to me that we’re headed toward a crisis. And by the way, 56% of people who rely on tax credits to access health care live in red states. Republicans need to negotiate with Democrats to protect these discounts before prices skyrocket.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 3(source)

My update on the third day of the Republican shutdown. https://bit.ly/42UPWyw

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Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 3(source)

President Trump has made it clear he’s not interested in working with Democrats. Democrats want to negotiate to protect health care and fund the government.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 2(source)

My update on the second day of the Republican shutdown. https://bit.ly/4pSHbPi

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 2(source)

Insurance companies are planning to raise rates on working families—all because President Trump is refusing to work with Democrats to protect access to health care. It’s going to devastate Americans’ finances and make people sicker.

Senator Peter Welch@welch.senate.govOct 2(source)

President Trump made it clear weeks ago he’d rather have a government shutdown than work with Democrats to protect health care for 24 million Americans. He knew he needed Democratic votes but refused to negotiate.

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Sponsored Bills(69)

S. Res. 683 (119th)
A resolution raising awareness of lake sturgeon.
S.J. Res. 157 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
S. 4239 (119th)
A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to annually submit to Congress, and make pub…
S. 4169 (119th)
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to eliminate interest on student loans, est…
S. 4182 (119th)
A bill to amend the Farm Credit Act of 1971 to modify rural housing financing under that Act…

Cosponsored Bills(389)

S. 4454 (119th)
A bill to amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to remove the exclusion of pistols, revolver…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4460 (119th)
A bill to provide for an extension of the rural community hospital demonstration program.
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 715 (119th)
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech wo…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 700 (119th)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026…
Joined: 2026-04-29
S. 4425 (119th)
A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to implement the Executive order entitled "Promo…
Joined: 2026-04-28

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Voting History

772 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
2026-01-29	H.R. 7148 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (45-55, 3/5 majority required)
2026-01-27	S. 3627 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-01-15	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Bill Passed (82-15)
2026-01-15	H.R. 6938 (119th)	End debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (85-14, 3/5 majority required)
2026-01-14	S.J. Res. 98 (119th)	Point of Order S.J.Res. 98	NO	NO	✓	Point of Order Well Taken (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
2026-01-13	S.J. Res. 84 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-52)
2026-01-12	H.R. 6938 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (80-13, 3/5 majority required)
2026-01-08	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (53-40)
2026-01-08	S.J. Res. 98 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 98	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Agreed to (52-47)
2026-01-07	S.J. Res. 86 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (43-50)
2026-01-06	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-48)
2026-01-06	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
2026-01-05	—	Confirm nominee	NOT_VOTING	NO	—	Nomination Confirmed (50-35)
2025-12-18	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-42)
2025-12-18	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-35)
2025-12-18	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (58-36)
2025-12-18	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-12-18	S. Res. 532 (119th)	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-12-18	S.J. Res. 82 (119th)	Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 82	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Defeated (50-50)
2025-12-17	S. Res. 412 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-12-17	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (71-29)
2025-12-17	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (69-27)
2025-12-17	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (67-30)
2025-12-17	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-30)
2025-12-17	S. 1071 (119th)	Accept House changes	NO	YES	✕	Motion Agreed to (77-20)
2025-12-15	S. 1071 (119th)	End debate	NO	YES	✕	Cloture Motion Agreed to (76-20, 3/5 majority required)
2025-12-11	S. 1071 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	YES	✕	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (75-22)
2025-12-11	S. Res. 532 (119th)	Resolution S.Res. 532	NO	NO	✓	Resolution Agreed to (52-47)
2025-12-11	S. 3385 (119th)	End debate	YES	YES	✓	Cloture Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-12-11	S. 3386 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Rejected (51-48, 3/5 majority required)
2025-12-10	S. Res. 532 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-12-10	S.J. Res. 82 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-49)
2025-12-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-12-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-46)
2025-12-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-12-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-12-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-12-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-12-04	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (57-32)
2025-12-04	S. Res. 520 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Rejected (43-37, 3/5 majority required)
2025-12-04	H.J. Res. 131 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 131	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (49-45)
2025-12-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (63-34)
2025-12-03	S.J. Res. 91 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (49-47)
2025-12-03	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (57-41)
2025-12-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-40)
2025-12-02	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (60-39)
2025-12-02	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-36)
2025-12-02	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-12-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-41)
2025-11-20	H.J. Res. 130 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 130	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-43)

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