U.S. Senator · R · North Carolina
Ted Budd
- Term
- 2023–2029
- Office
- 354 Russell Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 116
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Budd puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Foreign policy
Extensive record
Budd's work here shows up as 50 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
50 bills
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Their stated view
- Promoting Religious Freedom — Champions international religious freedom and opposes persecution of religious groups worldwide, especially in countries like China.
Commitments tracked here
- Reauthorize Religious Freedom Commission
- Strengthen Israel Security Framework
The record (55)
- Bill authoredUnited States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-27
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredUnited States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-12
- Bill cosponsoredBiosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the need for the United States continued leadership on matters of religious freedom.Latest action 2025-12-18
- Bill cosponsoredExtending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities ActLatest action 2025-10-08
- Bill authoredRecognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Latest action 2019-06-11
- Bill cosponsoredCOUNTER ActLatest action 2025-05-15
Technology
Extensive record
Budd's work here shows up as 30 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
30 bills
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Their stated view
- Technological Advancement — Supports innovation in areas like artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and advanced aviation to maintain U.S. competitiveness.
Commitments tracked here
- Combat Foreign Robocalls
- Promote Semiconductor Manufacturing
The record (28)
- Bill authoredForeign Robocall Elimination ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Bill authoredCombatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredFIRST ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the United States dollar as the reserve currency of the world and combating the economic influence of the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredAbraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
- Bill authoredHezbollah Kingpin Designation ActLatest action 2018-02-15
- Bill authoredReviewing Qatar’s Major Non-NATO Ally Status Act of 2024Latest action 2024-04-10
- Bill authoredChinese Currency Accountability Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-08
Defense & security
Extensive record
Budd's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
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Their stated view
- Strengthening National Security — Advocates for robust military capabilities, support for veterans, and strategic alliances to protect U.S. interests and maintain global leadership.
Commitments tracked here
The record (26)
- Bill cosponsoredPay Our Military Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-22
- Bill cosponsoredChina Military Power Transparency Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-18
- Bill authoredMilitary Installation Retail Security Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-10
- Bill authoredRecognizing the heroism of our Nation's health care workers and first responders, including doctors, nurses, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals, medical staff, pharmacists, law enforcement personnel, and military personnel, during the COVID-19 pandemic.Latest action 2020-04-07
- Bill authoredVeterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship ActLatest action 2021-05-28
- Bill authoredRecognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Latest action 2019-06-11
- Bill authoredVeterans BOND ActLatest action 2018-10-23
- Bill cosponsoredCOMPASS ActLatest action 2026-06-15
Infrastructure
Substantial record
Budd's work here shows up as 11 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
11 bills
Go deeper on infrastructure
Commitments tracked here
- Modernize Supersonic Aviation
The record (10)
- Bill authoredSupersonic Aviation Modernization ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredBackcountry Aviation Protection ActLatest action 2023-07-27
- Bill authoredTo designate the airport traffic control tower located at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina, as the "Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control Tower".Latest action 2020-09-14
- Bill authoredFinCEN Modernization Act of 2018Latest action 2018-09-06
- Bill cosponsoredBiosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-02-12
- Bill cosponsoredAviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredWorkforce Development Modernization ActLatest action 2026-02-10
Economy & jobs
No records matched yet
Budd has stated a position on economic growth and fiscal responsibility, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on economy & jobs
Their stated view
- Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility — Supports policies that encourage business growth, reduce regulatory burdens, promote innovation, and ensure financial market stability.
Immigration & border
No records matched yet
Budd has stated a position on secure borders and immigration, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on immigration & border
Their stated view
- Secure Borders and Immigration — Prioritizes measures to control illegal immigration, enhance border security, and enforce existing immigration laws.
What Budd stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01Defense
Strengthening National Security
Advocates for robust military capabilities, support for veterans, and strategic alliances to protect U.S. interests and maintain global leadership.
- 02Economy
Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility
Supports policies that encourage business growth, reduce regulatory burdens, promote innovation, and ensure financial market stability.
- 03Immigration
Secure Borders and Immigration
Prioritizes measures to control illegal immigration, enhance border security, and enforce existing immigration laws.
- 04International Affairs
Promoting Religious Freedom
Champions international religious freedom and opposes persecution of religious groups worldwide, especially in countries like China.
- 05Technology
Technological Advancement
Supports innovation in areas like artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and advanced aviation to maintain U.S. competitiveness.
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.
- Technology
Combat Foreign Robocalls
Introduced legislation to eliminate illegal robocalls originating from foreign countries to protect American consumers.
Where it stands: Senator Budd sponsored the Foreign Robocall Elimination Act in 2020, 2021, and 2026, none of which have advanced to become law.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredForeign Robocall Elimination ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Bill authoredForeign Robocall Elimination ActLatest action 2021-09-13
- Bill authoredForeign Robocall Elimination ActLatest action 2020-02-27
- Bill authoredCombatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredFIRST ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the United States dollar as the reserve currency of the world and combating the economic influence of the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredAbraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
- Bill authoredHezbollah Kingpin Designation ActLatest action 2018-02-15
- International Affairs
Reauthorize Religious Freedom Commission
Seeks to reauthorize and strengthen the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom to continue monitoring and advocating for religious freedom globally.
Where it stands: Senator Budd sponsored the 'United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026' (S. 4930) on 2026-07-27, which is currently placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredUnited States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-27
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the need for the United States continued leadership on matters of religious freedom.Latest action 2025-12-18
- Bill authoredRecognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Latest action 2019-06-11
- Bill authoredRecognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Latest action 2018-06-04
- Bill authoredSEIZE ActLatest action 2025-08-01
- Bill authoredFRONT ActLatest action 2025-07-16
- Bill authoredStrategic Ports Reporting ActLatest action 2025-02-27
- Bill authoredCombatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Technology
Promote Semiconductor Manufacturing
Advocates for legislation that encourages domestic production of semiconductors to bolster national security and economic competitiveness.
Where it stands: No matching sponsorships or votes for legislation promoting semiconductor manufacturing were found for Senator Ted Budd.
On the record: 5 bills
See the 5 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredStreamlining American Manufacturing Strategy ActLatest action 2025-10-29
- Bill authoredSemiconductor Superiority ActLatest action 2026-06-11
- Bill authoredNo Chips for China ActLatest action 2022-09-30
- Bill cosponsoredCHIPS Training in America Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-17
- Bill cosponsoredBiomanufacturing Excellence Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-18
- Transportation
Modernize Supersonic Aviation
Supports updating regulations and infrastructure to enable the development and deployment of supersonic aircraft for commercial and defense use.
Where it stands: Senator Budd sponsored the 'Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act' (S.XXXX), which was ordered to be reported favorably by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on 2026-07-22.
On the record: 11 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredSupersonic Aviation Modernization ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredBackcountry Aviation Protection ActLatest action 2023-07-27
- Bill authoredTo designate the airport traffic control tower located at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina, as the "Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control Tower".Latest action 2020-09-14
- Bill authoredFinCEN Modernization Act of 2018Latest action 2018-09-06
- Bill cosponsoredBiosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-02-12
- Bill cosponsoredAviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredWorkforce Development Modernization ActLatest action 2026-02-10
- Defense
Enhance Military Retention
Proposes policies to improve recruitment and retention rates within the armed forces, ensuring a strong and experienced military personnel.
Where it stands: No active bill directly addresses military retention or recruitment for which Senator Budd is a primary sponsor, and the cosponsored 'Pay Our Military Act of 2025' bills, while related to military welfare, do not primarily focus on recruitment or retention policies as outlined in the promise.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredPay Our Military Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-22
- Bill cosponsoredPay Our Military Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill cosponsoredChina Military Power Transparency Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-18
- Bill authoredMilitary Installation Retail Security Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-10
- Bill authoredRecognizing the heroism of our Nation's health care workers and first responders, including doctors, nurses, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals, medical staff, pharmacists, law enforcement personnel, and military personnel, during the COVID-19 pandemic.Latest action 2020-04-07
- Bill authoredVeterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship ActLatest action 2021-05-28
- Bill authoredRecognizing the contributions of the Montagnard indigenous tribespeople of the Central Highlands of Vietnam to the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and condemning the ongoing violation of human rights by the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Latest action 2019-06-11
- Bill authoredVeterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship ActLatest action 2019-01-24
- International Affairs
Strengthen Israel Security Framework
Supports a framework to enhance technological cooperation, research, and security ties between the United States and Israel.
Where it stands: Senator Budd sponsored the United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026, which directly aligns with the promise and is currently pending in the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill authoredUnited States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-12
- Bill cosponsoredBiosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredExtending Expired Cybersecurity Authorities ActLatest action 2025-10-08
- Bill cosponsoredCOUNTER ActLatest action 2025-05-15
- Bill cosponsoredBiomanufacturing Excellence Act of 2025Latest action 2025-11-18
- Bill authoredMACV–SOG Congressional Gold Medal ActLatest action 2025-06-05
- Bill authoredFighter Aircrew Career Flexibility ActLatest action 2026-04-22
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