
U.S. Senator for Maryland
Democrat
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Missed 1.5% of roll calls. Chamber median 2.1%.
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Democrat. In Congress since 2003, 9 terms in total.
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Bills and resolutions Van Hollen signed on to as a cosponsor. An original cosponsor signed on the day the bill was introduced. Source: govinfo bill status files, last updated Nov 6, 2026.
Van Hollen also withdrew as a cosponsor from 2 bills, not listed here.
Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act of 2026
Sponsor Martin Heinrich (D). Original cosponsor. 14 cosponsors. S. 5460 on Congress.gov
Introduced
Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act of 2026
This bill permanently increases the federal reimbursement rates for the school lunch and breakfast programs.
Specifically, beginning October 1, 2026, the bill provides an additional 45 cents per lunch served in the National School Lunch Program and an additional 28 cents per breakfast served in the School Breakfast Program. These amounts must be adjusted annually for inflation beginning July 1, 2027.
A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
Sponsor Catherine Cortez Masto (D). Original cosponsor. 34 cosponsors. S.Res. 870 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Passed the Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 19 through September 26, 2026, as "National Estuaries Week".
Sponsor Sheldon Whitehouse (D). Original cosponsor. 28 cosponsors. S.Res. 864 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.
Sponsor Marsha Blackburn (R). Original cosponsor. 22 cosponsors. S.Res. 862 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Passed the Senate
New Essential Education Discoveries Act of 2026
Sponsor Michael Bennet (D). Original cosponsor. 2 cosponsors. S. 5444 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
American Renewable Energy Act of 2026
Sponsor Peter Welch (D). Original cosponsor. 1 cosponsor. S. 5434 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Diversify Act
Sponsor Cory Booker (D). Original cosponsor. 12 cosponsors. S. 5431 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".
Sponsor Ron Wyden (D). Original cosponsor. 30 cosponsors. S.Res. 854 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
Sponsor Jeff Merkley (D). Original cosponsor. 12 cosponsors. S.J.Res. 214 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act of 2025
Sponsor David McCormick (R). Joined Sep 15, 2026. 22 cosponsors. S. 3524 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Passed committee
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media".
Sponsor Richard Durbin (D). Original cosponsor. 16 cosponsors. S.J.Res. 213 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Passed committee
End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act
Sponsor Charles Schumer (D). Original cosponsor. 29 cosponsors. S. 5390 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Ending Presidential Corruption in Banking Act
Sponsor Elizabeth Warren (D). Original cosponsor. 15 cosponsors. S. 5389 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026
Sponsor Tina Smith (D). Joined Sep 14, 2026. 40 cosponsors. S. 3990 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act
Sponsor Kirsten Gillibrand (D). Joined Aug 7, 2026. 70 cosponsors. S. 1289 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
A resolution designating the week of August 22 through August 30, 2026, as "National Park Week".
Sponsor Steve Daines (R). Original cosponsor. 64 cosponsors. S.Res. 837 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Passed the Senate
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
Sponsor John Hickenlooper (D). Original cosponsor. 11 cosponsors. S.J.Res. 211 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
TABOO Act
Sponsor Jeff Merkley (D). Original cosponsor. 8 cosponsors. S. 5357 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Strengthening Coast Guard Communities Act of 2026
Sponsor Christopher Murphy (D). Original cosponsor. 19 cosponsors. S. 5341 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act
Sponsor Angela Alsobrooks (D). Original cosponsor. 6 cosponsors. S. 5339 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Insider Trading Prohibition Act
Sponsor John Reed (D). Original cosponsor. 4 cosponsors. S. 5320 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act
Sponsor Jeff Merkley (D). Original cosponsor. 3 cosponsors. S. 5319 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act
This bill requires certain providers, as a condition of Medicare participation, to limit mandatory overtime for nurses.
Specifically, the bill prohibits hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, home health agencies, rural health clinics, federally qualified health centers, and other specified providers from requiring nurses to work (1) more than a previously scheduled shift, 48 hours in a workweek, or 12 consecutive hours in a 24-hour period; or (2) during the 10 hours immediately following the 12th hour worked in a shift during a 24-hour period.
Qualifying work hours include time spent in training, on call, and on standby. The bill's provisions do not apply during declared emergencies or disasters, subject to specified conditions, and do not preclude voluntary overtime.
The bill also establishes (1) certain protections for nurses who file complaints against providers, (2) documentation and notice requirements for providers, and (3) potential civil penalties for violations.
Fairness for Farm Workers Act
Sponsor Alex Padilla (D). Original cosponsor. 13 cosponsors. S. 5304 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Honoring the Sacrifice of Troops in War Act of 2026
Sponsor Tammy Duckworth (D). Original cosponsor. 17 cosponsors. S. 5300 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced
Protecting Pentagon Press Access Act
Sponsor Brian Schatz (D). Original cosponsor. 15 cosponsors. S. 5288 on Congress.gov(opens in a new tab)
Introduced