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Bill Cassidy

RepublicanLouisianaOutgoing · currently serving

Sworn into the Senate on Source

How they voted 917

Their recorded votes in Congress, including what was decided and how they voted.

Yea/Aye supports the question being voted on. Nay/No opposes it. Colors describe the recorded choice, not a political rating.

Partial vote history. See collection coverage

All votes (917)Yea / Aye (656)Nay / No (211)Not Voting (50)
Senate vote #237 · 2025S.J.Res. 13
Yea

Disapprove the bank-merger application review rule

AI-assisted summary

The joint resolution would nullify a Treasury rule changing how the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency reviews proposed bank mergers, including by ending automatic approvals under an expedited review process. The Senate passed the joint resolution, 52–47. This vote approved the resolution in the Senate; it did not itself establish that the rule was nullified.

Context: The dated background describes the version introduced on February 4, 2025; the supplied records do not establish whether the text at this vote had been amended.

Sources & original record
Official title
S.J. Res. 13
Official question
On the Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 13
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Passed (52-47)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury relating to the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act.
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-02-04. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #236 · 2025H.J.Res. 60
Yea

Senate begins considering resolution to nullify Glen Canyon vehicle rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify a National Park Service rule about motor vehicles in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The rule limited off-road vehicle use in certain areas. The Senate agreed, 53–47, to begin considering the resolution; this decision did not pass the resolution or nullify the rule.

Context: The supplied background describes the version introduced in the House on February 21, 2025; the record does not establish that this was the exact text considered.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to proceed to H.J. Res. 60
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed H.J.Res. 60
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-47)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-02-21. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #235 · 2025S.J.Res. 7
Yea

Senate begins considering resolution to nullify E-Rate hotspot rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify an FCC rule allowing schools and libraries to use E-Rate discounts to buy Wi-Fi hotspots and mobile service for off-campus use by students, staff, and library patrons. The rule required participants to set policies for primarily educational use. The Senate agreed, 53–47, to begin considering the resolution; it did not pass the resolution or nullify the rule.

Context: The supplied background describes the version introduced on January 27, 2025; the record does not establish that this was the exact text considered.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to proceed to S.J. Res. 7
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 7
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-47)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-01-27. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #234 · 2025Nomination PN20
Yea

Senate confirms Frank Bisignano as Social Security commissioner

AI-assisted summary

The Senate confirmed Frank Bisignano, of New Jersey, to serve as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration for a term expiring January 19, 2031. The nomination was confirmed, 53–47.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on May 6, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Confirmation: Frank Bisignano, of New Jersey, to be Commissioner of Social Security Administration
Official question
On the Nomination PN20
Chamber result
Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
Measure title
Frank Bisignano, of New Jersey, to be Commissioner of Social Security Administration for the term expiring January 19, 2031
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details
Senate vote #233 · 2025S.J.Res. 13
Yea

Senate begins considering resolution to nullify bank merger review rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify a 2024 Office of the Comptroller of the Currency rule changing how bank merger applications are reviewed. The rule ended automatic approvals under an expedited process and discontinued streamlined application forms. The Senate agreed, 53–46, to begin considering the resolution; this vote did not pass the resolution or nullify the rule.

Context: The supplied background describes the version introduced on February 4, 2025; the record does not establish that this was the exact text considered.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to proceed to S.J. Res. 13
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 13
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury relating to the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act.
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-02-04. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #232 · 2025H.J.Res. 61
Yea

Disapprove the EPA rubber-tire emissions rule

AI-assisted summary

The joint resolution would nullify an EPA rule setting hazardous-air-pollutant emissions standards for the rubber-processing part of the tire-manufacturing industry. The Senate passed the joint resolution, 55–45. This vote approved the resolution in the Senate; it did not itself establish that the rule was nullified.

Context: The dated background describes the version introduced on February 25, 2025; the supplied records do not establish whether the text at this vote had been amended.

Sources & original record
Official title
H.J.Res. 61
Official question
On the Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 61
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Passed (55-45)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-02-25. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #231 · 2025H.J.Res. 61
Yea

Begin considering resolution to nullify EPA tire-manufacturing emissions rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify an EPA rule setting hazardous-air-pollutant emissions standards for rubber tire manufacturing. The Senate agreed to begin considering the resolution, 51–43; this vote did not pass the resolution or decide whether to nullify the rule.

Context: The explanation of the resolution’s subject uses the introduced House version summarized on February 25, 2025.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to proceed to H.J. Res. 61
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed H.J.Res. 61
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-43)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-02-25. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #230 · 2025Nomination PN20
Yea

Senate limits debate on Frank Bisignano's Social Security nomination

AI-assisted summary

Frank Bisignano was nominated to be Commissioner of the Social Security Administration. The Senate agreed to limit debate on his nomination, leaving time for further consideration; this vote did not confirm him.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on May 1, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Frank Bisignano to be Commissioner of the Social Security Administration
Official question
On the Cloture Motion PN20
Chamber result
Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
Measure title
Frank Bisignano, of New Jersey, to be Commissioner of Social Security Administration for the term expiring January 19, 2031
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details
Senate vote #229 · 2025S.J.Res. 31
Yea

Pass resolution to nullify EPA hazardous-pollutant source rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify an EPA rule addressing when certain sources of hazardous air pollutants must keep meeting major-source emission standards after reclassifying as area sources. The Senate passed the resolution, 52–46. This vote approved the resolution; it was not just a vote to begin considering it.

Context: The explanation of the resolution’s subject uses the introduced Senate version summarized on March 6, 2025.

Sources & original record
Official title
S.J.Res. 31
Official question
On the Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 31
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Passed (52-46)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act".
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-03-06. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #228 · 2025H.J.Res. 75
Yea

Pass resolution to nullify commercial refrigerator efficiency standards

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify a Department of Energy rule setting energy-conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers. The Senate passed the resolution, 52–45. This vote approved the resolution, rather than merely bringing it up for consideration.

Context: The explanation of the resolution’s subject uses the introduced House version summarized on March 10, 2025.

Sources & original record
Official title
H.J.Res. 75
Official question
On the Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 75
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Passed (52-45)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-03-10. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #227 · 2025S.J.Res. 31
Yea

Begin considering resolution to nullify EPA hazardous-pollutant source rule

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would nullify an EPA rule addressing when certain sources of hazardous air pollutants must keep meeting major-source emission standards after reclassifying as area sources. The Senate agreed to begin considering the resolution, 52–40. This vote did not pass the resolution or decide whether to nullify the rule.

Context: The explanation of the resolution’s subject uses the introduced Senate version summarized on March 6, 2025.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Proceed to S.J.Res. 31
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 31
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-40)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act".
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-03-06. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #226 · 2025S.J.Res. 49
Yea

Set aside motion to reconsider resolution ending global-tariff emergency

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would end the national emergency declared on April 2, 2025, to impose tariffs on imports. The Senate agreed, 49–49 with the vice president voting yea, to table—that is, set aside—the motion to reconsider the resolution’s earlier failed passage. This vote did not pass the resolution or itself end the emergency.

Context: The vote concerned a motion to reconsider the resolution’s failed passage, not a direct vote on the resolution itself.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Table the Motion to Reconsider the Vote by which S.J.Res. 49 Failed of Passage
Official question
On the Motion to Table S.J.Res. 49
Chamber result
Motion to Table Agreed to (49-49, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea)
Measure title
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-04-10. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #225 · 2025S.J.Res. 49
Nay

Senate rejects ending the emergency behind global tariffs

AI-assisted summary

The resolution would terminate the national emergency declared on April 2, 2025, that imposed a 10% tariff on most U.S. imports and additional duties on specified trading partners. The Senate rejected the joint resolution, 49–49, so it did not pass. This vote decided the resolution’s fate, not whether to begin considering it.

Context: The background describes the version introduced on April 10, 2025; the supplied record does not establish whether the text voted on differed from that version.

Sources & original record
Official title
S.J.Res. 49
Official question
On the Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 49
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Defeated (49-49)
Measure title
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.
Legislative background
Introduced in Senate · 2025-04-10. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #224 · 2025H.J.Res. 75
Yea

Senate begins considering repeal of commercial refrigerator standards

AI-assisted summary

H.J.Res. 75 would nullify a Department of Energy rule setting energy-conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers. The Senate agreed to begin considering the resolution, 52–46; this procedural vote did not pass the resolution or repeal the standards. The background describes the rule and resolution as of the version introduced in the House.

Context: The background describes the version introduced on March 10, 2025; the supplied record does not establish whether the text voted on differed from that version.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Proceed to H.J.Res. 75
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed H.J.Res. 75
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-03-10. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #223 · 2025H.J.Res. 42
Yea

Senate passes resolution to repeal DOE appliance-rule requirements

AI-assisted summary

H.J.Res. 42 would nullify a Department of Energy rule changing certification, labeling, and enforcement requirements for certain consumer products and commercial equipment, including washing machines, dishwashers, and computer-room air conditioners. The Senate passed the joint resolution, 52–46. The background describes the rule targeted by the introduced resolution; passage here does not by itself establish what further action is required for the resolution to take effect.

Context: The background summarizes the resolution as introduced on February 12, 2025; the supplied record does not establish whether the text passed differed from that version.

Sources & original record
Official title
H.J.Res. 42
Official question
On the Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 42
Chamber result
Joint Resolution Passed (52-46)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-02-12. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #222 · 2025H.J.Res. 42
Yea

Senate begins considering repeal of DOE appliance-rule requirements

AI-assisted summary

H.J.Res. 42 would nullify a Department of Energy rule changing certification, labeling, and enforcement requirements for certain consumer products and commercial equipment, including washing machines, dishwashers, and computer-room air conditioners. The Senate agreed to begin considering the resolution, 52–46. This procedural vote did not pass the resolution or repeal the rule.

Context: The background describes the resolution as introduced on February 12, 2025; the supplied record does not establish whether the text being considered differed from that version.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Proceed to H.J.Res. 42
Official question
On the Motion to Proceed H.J.Res. 42
Chamber result
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
Measure title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".
Legislative background
Introduced in House · 2025-02-12. This is separate from the date of the vote.
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official proposal details
Senate vote #221 · 2025Nomination PN26-18
Yea

Confirm Tilman Fertitta as ambassador to Italy and San Marino

AI-assisted summary

The Senate confirmed Tilman Fertitta, of Texas, as ambassador to Italy and to serve concurrently as ambassador to San Marino, without additional compensation. The recorded vote was 83-14; this vote approved the nomination.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on April 29, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Confirmation: Tilman Fertitta, of Texas, to be Ambassador of the United States of America to the Italian Republic and the Republic of San Marino
Official question
On the Nomination PN26-18
Chamber result
Nomination Confirmed (83-14)
Measure title
Tilman Fertitta, of Texas, to be Ambassador to the Italian Republic, and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details
Senate vote #220 · 2025Nomination PN26-18
Yea

Limit debate on Tilman Fertitta’s ambassador nominations to Italy and San Marino

AI-assisted summary

The Senate agreed to limit further debate on Tilman Fertitta’s nominations as ambassador to Italy and, concurrently, San Marino. The cloture vote was 84-13; it did not confirm him. The Senate voted separately to confirm the nominations afterward.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on April 29, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Tilman Fertitta to be Ambassador of the United States of America to the Italian Republic and the Republic of San Marino
Official question
On the Cloture Motion PN26-18
Chamber result
Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-13)
Measure title
Tilman Fertitta, of Texas, to be Ambassador to the Italian Republic, and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details
Senate vote #219 · 2025Nomination PN26-3
Yea

Confirm Thomas Barrack as ambassador to Turkey

AI-assisted summary

The Senate confirmed Thomas Barrack, of Colorado, as ambassador to the Republic of Turkey. The recorded vote was 60-36; this vote approved the nomination.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on April 29, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Confirmation: Thomas Barrack, of Colorado, to be Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Turkey
Official question
On the Nomination PN26-3
Chamber result
Nomination Confirmed (60-36)
Measure title
Thomas Barrack, of Colorado, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Turkey
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details
Senate vote #218 · 2025Nomination PN26-3
Yea

Limit debate on Thomas Barrack’s nomination as ambassador to Turkey

AI-assisted summary

The Senate agreed to limit further debate on Thomas Barrack’s nomination as ambassador to the Republic of Turkey. The cloture vote was 62-36; it did not confirm him. The Senate voted separately to confirm the nomination afterward.

Context: Official Senate roll call held on April 29, 2025. The member’s recorded choice and the chamber’s overall result are separate.

Sources & original record
Official title
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Thomas Barrack to be Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Turkey
Official question
On the Cloture Motion PN26-3
Chamber result
Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-36)
Measure title
Thomas Barrack, of Colorado, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Turkey
Congress
119th Congress · Session 1
Official vote record Official nomination details