Cynthia M. Lummis

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.

• Energy

  Streamline Energy Project Approvals

  Introduced the POWER Up Act to accelerate permitting for energy projects, aiming to reduce bureaucratic delays and foster energy independence.

  Where it stands: Senator Lummis sponsored S.4475, the POWER Up Act, on 2026-06-17, which has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and is still pending in the current Congress.

  On the record: 25 bills

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  • Bill authoredExcess Uranium Transparency and Accountability ActLatest action 2015-05-22
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2025-10-03
  • Bill authoredPOWER Act of 2021Latest action 2021-01-28
  • Bill authoredPOWER Up ActLatest action 2026-06-17
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2024, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2024-09-25
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2023, as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2023-09-29
  • Bill authoredPOWER ActLatest action 2023-02-09
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day".Latest action 2025-12-08
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “energy streamline energy project approvals”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Energy

  Promote Nuclear Energy Development & Domestic Supply Chains

  Senator Lummis has introduced or co-sponsored legislation like the ADVANCE Act and the American Nuclear Workforce Act to support nuclear energy innovation, domestic production, and supply chains.

  Where it stands: No matching sponsorships or votes were found for Senator Lummis in the current Congress regarding the promotion of nuclear energy development and domestic supply chains.

  On the record: 11 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredBuild Nuclear with Local Materials Act of 2026Latest action 2026-05-20
  • Bill authoredStrengthening American Nuclear Energy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day".Latest action 2025-12-08
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2025-04-04
  • Bill authoredExcess Uranium Transparency and Accountability ActLatest action 2015-05-22
  • Bill authoredPOWER Act of 2021Latest action 2021-01-28
  • Bill authoredPOWER Up ActLatest action 2026-06-17
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2025-10-03
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “energy promote nuclear energy development”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Finance and Financial Sector

  Create Regulatory Clarity for Digital Assets

  Sponsored the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act to provide a clear regulatory framework for digital assets, promoting innovation without stifling growth.

  Where it stands: Senator Lummis has sponsored the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act of 2026, which was introduced in the current Congress and is awaiting further action in the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredBITCOIN Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-11
  • Bill authoredBITCOIN Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-31
  • Bill authoredResponsible Self-Regulation Act of 2022Latest action 2022-12-15
  • Bill authoredBlockchain Regulatory Certainty Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-12
  • Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform the treatment of digital assets.Latest action 2025-06-30
  • Bill cosponsoredAgricultural Risk Review Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-14
  • Bill cosponsoredRural Veterinary Workforce ActLatest action 2025-03-27
  • Bill authoredCommon Cents ActLatest action 2026-08-10
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “finance financial sector create regulatory”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Energy

  Support and promote coal and traditional fossil fuels

  Senator Lummis has sponsored the COAL Act of 2025 and the National Coal Council Act of 2025, and cosponsored a bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act regarding coal lease payments, advocating for the continued use and appreciation of coal.

  Where it stands: Senator Lummis has sponsored the COAL Act of 2025 and cosponsored a bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act regarding coal lease payments and the National Coal Council Act of 2025, all of which are currently pending before the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources in the current Congress.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to provide for the payment of bonus payments of certain coal leases issued under that Act.Latest action 2026-07-29
  • Bill cosponsoredNational Coal Council Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-03
  • Bill authoredCOAL Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-23
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2025-10-03
  • Bill authoredPARC ActLatest action 2025-03-13
  • Bill authoredA bill to designate the mountain at the Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming, as Devils Tower, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-01-08
  • Bill authoredA bill to redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".Latest action 2024-11-13
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating October 4, 2023, as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.Latest action 2023-09-29
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “energy promote coal traditional fossil”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Agriculture and Food

  Protect Farmers and Ranchers from Regulations, Support Rangeland

  Authored the Farmers and Ranchers Relief Act of 2026 to protect agricultural producers from burdensome regulations. Supported rangeland management through a resolution for the 'International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists'.

  Where it stands: Senator Lummis sponsored the 'Farmers and Ranchers Relief Act of 2026' which is pending in committee, and also sponsored a resolution recognizing the 'International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists' which is pending in committee, both directly matching parts of the promise.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing 2026 as the "International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists".Latest action 2026-03-17
  • Bill authoredFarmers and Ranchers Relief Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-13
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.Latest action 2026-02-26
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.Latest action 2026-01-29
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-12-04
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Secretary of Agriculture to withdraw a final determination relating to energy efficiency standards for housing, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-11-18
  • Bill cosponsoredResponsible Wildland Fire Recovery ActLatest action 2025-11-06
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week".Latest action 2025-10-06
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “agriculture food protect farmers ranchers”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Environmental Protection

  Oppose EPA Emissions Regulations

  Led efforts to disapprove EPA rules on nonroad engine pollution, arguing against federal overreach into state-specific standards for small engines.

  Where it stands: Sponsored a Congressional Review Act joint resolution on 2026-08-05 and cosponsored another on 2026-08-06, both disapproving EPA rules on nonroad engine pollution and motor vehicle emission standards; referred to committee.

  On the record: 23 bills · 1 speech

  See the 8 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 Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2026-08-05
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The 'Omnibus' Low NOx Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2025-04-04
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2025-04-04
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2025-04-04
  • Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Forest Service of the Department of Agriculture relating to "Law Enforcement; Criminal Prohibitions".Latest action 2025-02-06
  • 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 Agriculture relating to "Use of Electronic Identification Eartags as Official Identification in Cattle and Bison".Latest action 2024-06-18
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2026-08-06
  • Bill cosponsoredA 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 "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles".Latest action 2026-08-05
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “environmental protection epa emissions regulations”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov
• Public Lands and Natural Resources

  Promote Responsible Multiple-Use Public Land Management

  Senator Lummis sponsored a resolution to disapprove a BLM rule relating to resource management and introduced the Emergency Fuel Reduction Act of 2025 concerning public lands. She has also sponsored bills like the PARC Act to protect access to recreation.

  Where it stands: Senator Lummis has sponsored the PARC Act (S. 770 in 2025) and a resolution to disapprove a BLM rule (S.J.Res. 25 in 2025) relating to public land management, both of which are active legislative efforts.

  On the record: 25 bills

  See the 8 records behind this

  • Bill authoredProtecting Access to Recreation with Cash ActLatest action 2023-09-21
  • 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 Land Management relating to "Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".Latest action 2025-11-20
  • Bill authoredNational Forest System Trails Stewardship Act of 2014Latest action 2014-07-07
  • Bill cosponsoredProtecting Access to American Products ActLatest action 2026-03-12
  • Bill cosponsoredBorder Lands Conservation ActLatest action 2025-10-22
  • Bill authoredRanch A Consolidation and Management Improvement ActLatest action 2014-07-30
  • Bill authoredRiver Paddling Protection ActLatest action 2014-02-28
  • Bill authoredYellowstone and Grand Teton Paddling ActLatest action 2015-12-08
  • Their bills on Congress.gov
  • Congressional Record: “public lands natural resources promote”
  • Floor video on C-SPAN
  • Statements on lummis.senate.gov

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