Cory A. Booker

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

  Improve Maternal and Infant Health

  Champions the Momnibus Act and MOMMIES Act to address the maternal mortality and morbidity crisis, particularly for Black women and birthing people.

  Where it stands: While Senator Booker sponsored resolutions for Black Maternal Health Week in 2025 and 2026, there is no legislative action provided indicating active progress on the Momnibus Act or MOMMIES Act, which are explicitly mentioned in the promise.

  On the record: 8 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.Latest action 2026-04-16
  • Bill authoredA resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.Latest action 2025-04-10
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.Latest action 2026-03-17
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.Latest action 2025-03-14
  • Bill cosponsoredMaternal Health Pandemic Response ActLatest action 2026-05-18
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating January 23, 2026, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day".Latest action 2026-01-28
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day".Latest action 2025-01-23
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing Maternal Mental Health Day to raise awareness about maternal mental health.Latest action 2026-04-30
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “health improve maternal infant health”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Veterans

  Expand Veterans Healthcare Access

  Introduced the DOULA for VA Act of 2026 and sponsored a bill to name a VA clinic, demonstrating commitment to veterans' healthcare and recognition.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker sponsored the DOULA for VA Act of 2026 and a bill to name a VA clinic, both of which are currently pending in the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

  On the record: 3 bills · 1 speech

  See the 4 records behind this

  • Bill authoredDOULA for VA Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
  • Bill authoredA bill to name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Newton, New Jersey, as the "Anthony 'Tony' J. Gallopo VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-07-23
  • Bill cosponsoredMARCH for Military Servicemembers ActLatest action 2026-05-19
  • Floor speech / statementANTHONY "TONY" J. GALLOPO VA CLINICLatest action 2026-07-15
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “veterans expand veterans healthcare access”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Agriculture

  Support Farmers and Food Systems

  Introduced the Farmland for Farmers Act of 2026 to ensure land access and support for new and underserved farmers.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker introduced the Farmland for Farmers Act of 2026 (S. 4200) on April 27, 2026, which has been referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry and is currently pending.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredFarmland for Farmers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of August 2 through August 8, 2026, as "National Farmers Market Week".Latest action 2026-07-30
  • Bill cosponsoredFairness for Small-Scale Farmers and Ranchers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-15
  • Bill authoredInsuring Fairness for Family Farmers Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-20
  • Bill cosponsoredEnhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-26
  • Bill authoredNeighborhood Tree Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
  • Bill authoredLocal Procurement ActLatest action 2024-09-11
  • Bill cosponsoredAFTER Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-24
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “agriculture farmers food systems”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Justice

  Reform Federal Law Enforcement

  Introduced a bill to establish minimum hiring, training, and suitability standards for federal law enforcement officers, prohibiting accelerated basic training.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker sponsored S. 4732, a bill to establish minimum hiring, training, and suitability standards for Federal law enforcement officers and to prohibit accelerated basic training, which was introduced on 2026-08-07 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week".Latest action 2026-05-14
  • Bill authoredREDACT ActLatest action 2026-07-14
  • Bill authoredState Authority to Protect Civil RightsLatest action 2026-02-10
  • Bill authoredUnder Color of Law Accountability ActLatest action 2026-02-09
  • Bill authoredFederal Firearm Licensing ActLatest action 2025-12-17
  • Bill authoredBreak the Cycle of Violence ActLatest action 2025-06-28
  • Bill authoredPreventing Pretrial Gun Purchases ActLatest action 2025-06-26
  • Bill authoredCommunity Mental Wellness Worker Training ActLatest action 2026-08-07
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “justice reform federal law enforcement”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Health

  Strengthen Mental Health Services

  Authored legislation to authorize grants for training community mental wellness workers, aiming to expand access to mental health support nationwide.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker sponsored a bill on 2026-08-07 to authorize grants for training community mental wellness workers, which aligns directly with the promise.

  On the record: 21 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredCommunity Mental Wellness Worker Training ActLatest action 2026-08-07
  • Bill authoredFITNESS ActLatest action 2026-08-07
  • Bill cosponsoredSummer Meals and Learning Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-06
  • Bill authoredA bill to name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Newton, New Jersey, as the "Anthony 'Tony' J. Gallopo VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-07-23
  • Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.Latest action 2026-06-18
  • Bill authoredA bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to modify provisions relating to rural decentralized water systems grants.Latest action 2026-03-12
  • Bill authoredDignity for Detained Immigrants ActLatest action 2026-01-27
  • Bill authoredEviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-24
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “health strengthen mental health services”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Economy

  Protect Consumers from Financial Abuse

  Sponsored a joint resolution to disapprove the withdrawal of a rule on equal credit opportunity, maintaining protections against unfavorable changes to credit arrangements.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker sponsored S.J.Res. 74, a joint resolution to disapprove the withdrawal of the Equal Credit Opportunity rule, but the motion to proceed to consideration was rejected.

  On the record: 7 bills

  See the 7 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Equal Credit Opportunity (Regulation B); Revocations or Unfavorable Changes to the Terms of Existing Credit Arrangements".Latest action 2026-05-13
  • Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Credit Union Administration relating to "Withdrawal of Fee Reporting Requirements".Latest action 2026-03-24
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling on communities across the country to take action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.Latest action 2026-04-15
  • Bill cosponsoredLet Kids Play ActLatest action 2026-05-13
  • Bill cosponsoredMedical Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-14
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to the Nation's founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities in the United States.Latest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill cosponsored25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin ActLatest action 2025-04-03
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “economy protect consumers financial abuse”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov
• Justice

  Legalize and Regulate Cannabis

  Co-sponsored the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, aiming to decriminalize cannabis at the federal level and promote restorative justice.

  Where it stands: Senator Booker sponsored the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (2026-07-16), which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance, indicating active legislative movement.

  On the record: 5 bills

  See the 5 records behind this

  • Bill authoredCannabis Administration and Opportunity ActLatest action 2026-07-16
  • Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Equal Credit Opportunity (Regulation B); Revocations or Unfavorable Changes to the Terms of Existing Credit Arrangements".Latest action 2026-05-13
  • Bill authoredMarijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-17
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to the Nation's founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities in the United States.Latest action 2026-06-24
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the 2026 Day of Silence in bringing attention to anti-LGBTQI+ bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of victimization faced by individuals in schools, and calling on communities across the country to take action to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K-12 schools.Latest action 2026-04-15
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “justice legalize regulate cannabis”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on booker.senate.gov

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