Tammy Baldwin

What they've actually done about it

Each commitment below is something this senator has publicly said they would pursue, followed by the concrete record on it: bills they authored or cosponsored, floor speeches they gave. We describe the record — we don't grade it.

• Health

  Protect Reproductive Healthcare Rights

  Introduced legislation like the Reproductive Health Care Training Act and the Women’s Health Protection Act to safeguard and expand access to reproductive health services.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin has sponsored the Reproductive Health Care Training Act of 2026 and the Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2026, and cosponsored a resolution on mifepristone and the Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act, all of which are currently pending in committee.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill cosponsoredAdvancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health ActLatest action 2026-05-12
  • Bill cosponsoredLet Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care ActLatest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill authoredReproductive Health Care Training Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-15
  • Bill authoredReproductive Health Care Training Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that over 25 years of real-world evidence and hundreds of peer-reviewed studies proving that mifepristone is safe and effective should be respected, and law and policy governing access to lifesaving, time-sensitive medication abortion care in the United States should be equitable, transparent, and based on the best available peer-reviewed evidence-based science.Latest action 2026-05-14
  • Bill authoredReproductive Health Travel Fund Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-22
  • Bill authoredPalliative Care and Hospice Education and Training ActLatest action 2022-05-19
  • Bill authoredHealthcare for Our Troops ActLatest action 2022-11-29
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “health protect reproductive healthcare rights”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Agriculture

  Support American Farmers and Organic Agriculture

  Sponsored the Domestic Organic Investment Act and the Farmers First Act to provide funding and support for organic producers and ensure a robust agricultural sector.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin has sponsored the Domestic Organic Investment Act of 2025 and the Farmers First Act of 2025, both of which are currently pending before the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry in the current Congress.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredDomestic Organic Investment Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-10
  • Bill cosponsoredRestoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-20
  • Bill authoredFarmers First Act of 2023Latest action 2023-05-18
  • Bill authoredA bill to establish as a permanent program the organic market development grant program of the Department of Agriculture.Latest action 2023-09-27
  • Bill authoredFarmers First Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-15
  • Bill cosponsoredUniversal School Meals Program Act of 2026Latest action 2026-05-13
  • Bill authoredDairy Business Innovation Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-05
  • Bill authoredCOOL Online ActLatest action 2025-01-29
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “agriculture farmers organic agriculture”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Health

  Enhance Public Health Programs

  Champions acts such as the Perinatal Workforce Act and the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act to strengthen specific areas of public health.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin has sponsored the Perinatal Workforce Act (S. 3968) and the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (S. 3922) in the current 119th Congress (2025-2026), both of which are pending in committee.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredReproductive Health Care Training Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill authoredReproductive Health Care Training Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-15
  • Bill authoredPalliative Care and Hospice Education and Training ActLatest action 2023-07-11
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of career and technical education ("CTE") educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE, preparing students for success in the workplace, the classroom, and in life, and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines that enable the United States to grow and lead in critical economic sectors.Latest action 2026-02-26
  • Bill authoredPublic Health and Bio-Preparedness Workforce Loan Repayment Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
  • Bill authoredPalliative Care and Hospice Education and Training ActLatest action 2022-05-19
  • Bill authoredPalliative Care and Hospice Education and Training ActLatest action 2019-07-10
  • Bill authoredPalliative Care and Hospice Education and Training ActLatest action 2026-03-19
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “health enhance public health programs”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Economy

  Ensure Government Buy American Compliance

  Introduced the Build America, Buy America Compliance Act to ensure that federal infrastructure projects prioritize American-made goods and materials.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin sponsored the Build America, Buy America Compliance Act (introduced 2026-04-27), which is currently pending in the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredBuild America, Buy America Compliance ActLatest action 2026-04-27
  • Bill authoredMade in America Shipbuilding Act of 2020Latest action 2020-09-24
  • Bill authoredMade in America Shipbuilding Act of 2018Latest action 2018-04-23
  • Bill cosponsoredCDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness ActLatest action 2026-07-21
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.Latest action 2026-07-23
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to abolish the Anti-Weaponization Fund, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-06-16
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment of, and discrimination against, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served the United States in the uniformed services, the Foreign Service, and the Federal civil service and committing to the pursuit of equal rights, protections, and respect for all LGBT servicemembers and Federal civil servants.Latest action 2026-06-11
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.Latest action 2026-05-19
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “economy ensure government buy compliance”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Environment

  Promote Environmental Stewardship and Water Quality

  Supported the Healthy H2O Act and initiatives like the recognition of Earth Day to protect water resources and promote environmental awareness.

  Where it stands: The Healthy H2O Act has been introduced multiple times (2025, 2023) but has not advanced beyond referral to committee, and the Earth Day resolutions are commemorative and do not enact policy directly related to water quality or environmental stewardship.

  On the record: 24 bills · 1 speech

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA resolution to recognize the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.Latest action 2020-05-20
  • Bill authoredHealthy H2O ActLatest action 2025-07-24
  • Bill authoredHealthy H2O ActLatest action 2023-03-15
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 54th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.Latest action 2024-04-18
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 56th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.Latest action 2026-04-22
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 20 through September 27, 2025, as "National Estuaries Week".Latest action 2025-09-29
  • Floor speech / statementPROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL UNDER CHAPTER 8 OF TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE, OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO "MODIFICATION TO THE START OF THE...Latest action 2026-08-05
  • Bill authoredWomen’s Health Protection Act of 2025Latest action 2025-06-24
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “environment promote environmental stewardship water”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Transportation

  Improve Transportation Safety and Accessibility

  Sponsored the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act and the Reliable Rail Service Act to ensure safer and more accessible transportation options for all.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin has sponsored the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act (2026-06-18) and the Reliable Rail Service Act of 2025 (2025-06-18) in the current Congress, and also cosponsored the Railway Safety Act of 2026 (2026-02-24), all of which are pending in committee.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredAir Carrier Access Amendments ActLatest action 2026-06-18
  • Bill authoredRail Shipper Fairness Act of 2020Latest action 2020-12-03
  • Bill authoredAir Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2021Latest action 2021-03-09
  • Bill authoredAir Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2023Latest action 2023-02-28
  • Bill cosponsoredRailway Safety Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-24
  • Bill authoredAmy and Jocelyn Gannon Helicopter Tour Safety ActLatest action 2020-09-22
  • Bill cosponsoredGood Jobs for Good Airports ActLatest action 2026-07-14
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2026-07-15
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “transportation improve transportation safety accessibility”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Economy

  Improve Rural Infrastructure and Economy

  Advocates for the ACCESS Rural America Act to enhance financial services in rural areas and the MRRRI Act for water resources development.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin has sponsored the ACCESS Rural America Act (S. 4501) in the current Congress (2026-07-15), which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, directly addressing the promise to enhance financial services in rural areas.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2022-08-01
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2024-12-05
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2026-07-15
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. does not have the confidence of the Senate or of the American people to faithfully carry out the duties of his office and should be removed from his position.Latest action 2025-09-04
  • Bill authoredAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023Latest action 2022-07-28
  • Bill cosponsoredWorking Americans’ Tax Cut ActLatest action 2026-03-12
  • Bill authoredStrengthening Tribal Families Act of 2024Latest action 2024-06-05
  • Bill authoredAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2022Latest action 2021-08-04
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “economy improve rural infrastructure economy”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Healthcare

  Cap insulin costs for patients

  Promised a hard cap on monthly insulin costs.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin was a lead sponsor of the Affordable Insulin Now Act, provisions of which were included in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, capping insulin costs at $35/month for Medicare beneficiaries.

  On the record: 7 bills

  See the 7 records behind this

  • Bill authoredStriking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection ActLatest action 2025-06-05
  • Bill authoredHealthcare for Our Troops ActLatest action 2025-07-31
  • Bill authoredHealthcare for Our Troops ActLatest action 2022-11-29
  • Bill cosponsoredINSULIN Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-07
  • Bill cosponsoredPatients Deserve Price Tags ActLatest action 2026-07-27
  • Bill cosponsoredProtecting Health Care and Lowering Costs ActLatest action 2025-07-30
  • Bill cosponsoredRestoring Essential Healthcare ActLatest action 2025-07-29
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “healthcare cap insulin costs patients”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Rural

  Expand rural broadband in Wisconsin

  Promised broadband build-out funding.

  Where it stands: No matching sponsorships or votes were found for Senator Baldwin regarding broadband build-out funding since her term began on 2025-01-03.

  On the record: 15 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 430 South Knowles Avenue in New Richmond, Wisconsin, as the "Captain Robert C. Harmon and Private John R. Peirson Post Office Building".Latest action 2022-05-27
  • Bill authoredAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2022Latest action 2021-08-04
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2026-07-15
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2024-12-05
  • Bill authoredAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023Latest action 2022-07-28
  • Bill authoredA bill to designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tomah, Wisconsin, as the "Jason Simcakoski Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center".Latest action 2024-01-09
  • Bill authoredACCESS Rural America ActLatest action 2022-08-01
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 10-year anniversary of the tragic attack that took place at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin on August 5, 2012, and honoring the memory of those who died in the attack.Latest action 2022-08-06
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “rural expand rural broadband wisconsin”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Rights

  Codify federal marriage protections

  Promised to pass marriage equality into statute.

  Where it stands: Senator Baldwin was a lead sponsor of the Respect for Marriage Act, which codified federal marriage equality protections and was signed into law in 2022.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution acknowledging and apologizing for the mistreatment of, and discrimination against, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals who served the United States in the uniformed services, the Foreign Service, and the Federal civil service and committing to the pursuit of equal rights, protections, and respect for all LGBT servicemembers and Federal civil servants.Latest action 2026-06-11
  • Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day".Latest action 2025-06-26
  • Bill authoredA resolution congratulating the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association on the 20-year anniversary of the association.Latest action 2024-05-01
  • Bill authoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Government engage the Government of India to seek a swift end to the persecution of, and violence against, religious minorities and human rights defenders in India and a reversal of government policies that discriminate against Muslims and Christians on the basis of their respective faiths.Latest action 2023-10-24
  • Bill authoredA resolution congratulating the National Treasury Employees Union on its 85th anniversary and commending the dedication shown Federal employees and continued service provided by the National Treasury Employees Union and the members of the National Treasury Employees Union.Latest action 2023-02-28
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the 10-year anniversary of the tragic attack that took place at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin on August 5, 2012, and honoring the memory of those who died in the attack.Latest action 2022-08-06
  • Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Workers' Memorial Day, honoring workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace, and recognizing the importance of strengthening worker health and safety protections.Latest action 2022-04-28
  • Bill authoredFair Employment Protection Act of 2019Latest action 2019-07-25
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “rights codify federal marriage protections”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov
• Economy

  Strengthen Buy American rules

  Promised tighter domestic sourcing requirements.

  Where it stands: No matching sponsorships or votes were found for Senator Baldwin regarding strengthening Buy American rules or tighter domestic sourcing requirements.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredStrengthening Tribal Families Act of 2024Latest action 2024-06-05
  • Bill authoredData for American Jobs Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-13
  • Bill authoredA bill to provide for an enhanced domestic content requirement for Navy shipbuilding programs.Latest action 2023-07-25
  • Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Workers' Memorial Day, honoring workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace, and recognizing the importance of strengthening worker health and safety protections.Latest action 2022-04-28
  • Bill cosponsoredDISCLOSE Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-04
  • Bill authoredAmerican Aviator ActLatest action 2022-04-07
  • Bill authoredDomestic Organic Investment Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-10
  • Bill authoredA resolution congratulating the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association on the 20-year anniversary of the association.Latest action 2024-05-01
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “economy strengthen buy rules”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on baldwin.senate.gov

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