Marsha Blackburn

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 the Unborn and Oppose Abortion Funding

  Sponsor the Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act to prevent federal funds from going to organizations that provide abortion services.

  Where it stands: Senator Blackburn sponsored S. 4039, the Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act, which was referred to committee but has not advanced further.

  On the record: 11 bills · 1 speech

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  • Bill authoredTitle X Abortion Provider Prohibition ActLatest action 2026-04-16
  • Bill authoredTitle IX Clarification Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-30
  • Bill authoredProhibition of Agricultural Land for Foreign Adversaries ActLatest action 2025-07-31
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to require only foreign entities to report beneficial ownership information, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-04-28
  • Bill cosponsoredDismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill authoredA 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 "Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom".Latest action 2024-07-23
  • Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".Latest action 2023-10-30
  • Bill cosponsoredForced Abortion Prevention and Accountability ActLatest action 2025-09-30
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “health protect unborn abortion funding”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• Immigration

  Expand 287(g) Agreements

  Support and sponsor the 287(g) Expansion Act to empower local law enforcement to assist in federal immigration enforcement.

  Where it stands: No legislation matching the '287(g) Expansion Act' or similar efforts to expand 287(g) agreements are found in the provided congressional records for this senator.

  On the record: 25 bills

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  • Bill authoredCountering Chinese Espionage Reporting ActLatest action 2024-06-05
  • Bill authoredREPORT ActLatest action 2024-05-07
  • Bill authoredExport Control Enforcement and Enhancement ActLatest action 2026-06-18
  • Bill authoredRestoring the Armed Career Criminal ActLatest action 2025-07-10
  • Bill authoredRestoring Law and Order Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-14
  • Bill authoredAFTER SCHOOL ActLatest action 2025-05-01
  • Bill authoredCountering Chinese Espionage Reporting ActLatest action 2025-05-15
  • Bill authoredPrison Staff Safety Enhancement ActLatest action 2024-12-20
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “immigration expand 287 agreements”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• Economy

  Strengthen Export Controls

  Advocate for and sponsor the Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act to bolster national security through stricter export regulations.

  Where it stands: Senator Blackburn sponsored the Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act, which was introduced on 2026-06-18 and is currently awaiting action in the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

  On the record: 25 bills

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  • Bill authoredExport Control Enforcement and Enhancement ActLatest action 2026-06-18
  • Bill cosponsoredConnected Vehicle Security Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-22
  • Bill cosponsoredForeign-Trade Zone Export Enhancement Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-16
  • Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".Latest action 2023-10-30
  • Bill authoredEnding Cashless Bail in Our Nation’s Capital ActLatest action 2025-09-04
  • Bill cosponsoredGun Owner Registration Information Protection ActLatest action 2026-02-25
  • Bill cosponsoredJUSTICE in D.C. ActLatest action 2025-09-16
  • Bill authoredControl Tower Continuity ActLatest action 2025-07-10
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “economy strengthen export controls”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• Technology

  Enhance Online Safety for Children

  Sponsor the Kids Online Safety Act to require online platforms to protect minors from harmful content and provide parental controls.

  Where it stands: Senator Marsha Blackburn sponsored the Kids Online Safety Act on 2026-08-05, which was ordered to be reported favorably by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

  On the record: 9 bills · 1 speech

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredKids Online Safety ActLatest action 2026-08-05
  • Bill cosponsoredEmpower Parents to Protect their Kids Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-03
  • Bill cosponsoredSport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating November 22, 2025, as National Adoption Day and November 2025 as National Adoption Month to promote national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.Latest action 2025-11-20
  • Bill cosponsoredProtecting Our Kids from Harmful Research ActLatest action 2026-07-30
  • Bill authoredA 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 "Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom".Latest action 2024-07-23
  • Bill cosponsoredSAFE KIDS ActLatest action 2025-11-04
  • Floor speech / statementPRISON STAFF SAFETY ENHANCEMENT ACTLatest action 2026-08-31
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “technology enhance online safety children”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• Immigration

  Combat Birth Tourism

  Sponsor the Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 to prevent individuals from entering the U.S. solely to obtain birthright citizenship for their children.

  Where it stands: Senator Marsha Blackburn sponsored the Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 (S.XXXX) on 2026-07-16, which has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA resolution strongly condemning the Biden administration and its "border czar", Kamala Harris, for failing to secure the United States border.Latest action 2024-07-30
  • Bill cosponsoredCitizenship Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-13
  • Bill cosponsoredStop Somali CASH Fraud ActLatest action 2026-03-12
  • Bill authoredBan Birth Tourism Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-16
  • Bill authoredFraud Accountability ActLatest action 2026-01-08
  • Bill authoredBan Birth Tourism ActLatest action 2025-05-20
  • Bill authoredStop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-11
  • Bill authoredRapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) ActLatest action 2025-06-05
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “immigration combat birth tourism”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• International Affairs

  Condemn Iranian Human Rights Abuses

  Introduce resolutions condemning the Iranian government for human rights violations, including arbitrary detentions and executions.

  Where it stands: Senator Blackburn sponsored S.Res.XXX, 'A resolution condemning the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran for its ongoing human rights abuses...', which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations on 2026-07-30 and is currently pending.

  On the record: 10 bills · 1 speech

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA resolution condemning the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran for its ongoing human rights abuses, including its use of politically motivated espionage claims to justify arbitrary detention and executions.Latest action 2026-07-30
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution solemnly marking the one-year anniversary of the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump, condemning the multiple attempts against the President's life, condemning those who incite violence against political officials, and honoring the victims of the shooting.Latest action 2025-08-01
  • Bill authoredA resolution condemning the recent acts of violence, arson, and domestic terrorism committed throughout the United StatesLatest action 2025-03-27
  • Bill authoredA resolution strongly condemning the Biden administration and its "border czar", Kamala Harris, for failing to secure the United States border.Latest action 2024-07-30
  • Bill authoredIran China Accountability Act of 2023Latest action 2023-12-11
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.Latest action 2025-09-16
  • Bill authoredA resolution condemning antisemitism at institutions of higher education in the United States and encouraging college and university leaders, administrators, and faculty to speak out against antisemitism.Latest action 2023-10-26
  • Bill cosponsoredDetention Authority Clarification ActLatest action 2026-05-20
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “international affairs condemn iranian human”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov
• Veterans

  Improve Veterans' Healthcare Access

  Sponsor legislation like the Veterans’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026 and the Women Veterans Specialty Care Access Act to ensure comprehensive and accessible healthcare for veterans, including community care options.

  Where it stands: Senator Blackburn sponsored the 'Women Veterans Specialty Care Access Act' which has had hearings held, directly addressing a specific piece of legislation mentioned in the promise, and cosponsored the 'Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act' which was ordered to be reported favorably.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredWomen Veterans Specialty Care Access ActLatest action 2026-04-29
  • Bill cosponsoredImproving Access to Care for Rural Veterans ActLatest action 2026-03-18
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating June 12, 2025, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day".Latest action 2025-07-21
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing community care as an essential tool for meeting the health care needs of the veterans of the United States.Latest action 2025-12-17
  • Bill authoredKidney Care Access Protection ActLatest action 2025-09-08
  • Bill authoredA bill to direct the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to jointly select a joint uniform credentialing and privileging system for medical providers, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-12-16
  • Bill authoredVeterans’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-29
  • Bill authoredVeterans Affairs Opportunity for Small Businesses Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-24
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “veterans improve veterans healthcare access”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on blackburn.senate.gov

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