U.S. Senator · D · Michigan
Gary C. Peters
- Term
- 2021–2027
- Office
- 724 Hart Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 240
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Peters puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Justice & civil rights
Extensive record
Peters's profile cites 88 bills authored or cosponsored and 3 other congressional records as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.
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Their stated view
- Enhancing Public Safety and Preparedness — Works to improve emergency response, disaster assistance, and public safety measures, including preventing violence and ensuring infrastructure safety.
Commitments tracked here
- Improve Disaster Assistance Response
- Improve Federal Building Security Threats
The record (91)
- Bill authoredFederal Building Threat Notification ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Congressional Record contextFEDERAL BUILDING THREAT NOTIFICATION ACTLatest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredImproving Federal Building Security Act of 2024Latest action 2024-12-17
- Bill authoredDisaster Assistance Simplification ActLatest action 2022-09-27
- Bill authoredDisaster Assistance Simplification ActLatest action 2025-12-17
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Political Discrimination in Disaster Assistance ActLatest action 2025-02-03
- Bill authoredSafeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act of 2023Latest action 2023-05-16
- Bill authoredStreamlining Federal Cybersecurity Regulations ActLatest action 2024-12-02
Health care
Extensive record
Peters's profile cites 76 bills authored or cosponsored and 2 other congressional records as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
76 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Strengthen Infant Formula Safety
The record (78)
- Bill authoredProtect Infant Formula from Contamination ActLatest action 2026-05-04
- Bill authoredProtect Infant Formula from Contamination ActLatest action 2024-06-03
- Bill authoredShandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety ActLatest action 2024-02-05
- Bill authoredShandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety ActLatest action 2026-06-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.Latest action 2025-05-19
- Bill authoredRAPID Reserve ActLatest action 2025-06-12
- Bill cosponsoredPFAS Alternatives ActLatest action 2026-06-18
- Bill authoredOffices of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction and Health Security Act of 2022Latest action 2022-12-19
Democracy & ethics
Extensive record
Peters's profile cites 63 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
63 bills
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Their stated view
- Protecting Whistleblowers and Accountability — Seeks to expand protections for whistleblowers in federal contracting and improve transparency in government operations.
Commitments tracked here
- Expand Whistleblower Protections for Contractors
The record (64)
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025Latest action 2026-05-04
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026Latest action 2026-05-21
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-29
- Congressional Record contextEXPANDING WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS FOR CONTRACTORS ACT OF 2026Latest action 2026-07-20
- Bill cosponsoredFBI Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-29
- Bill cosponsoredAbsentee and Mail Voter Protection ActLatest action 2026-04-22
- Bill authoredU.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Retirement Technical Corrections ActLatest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFederal Emergency Mobilization Accountability (FEMA) Workforce Planning ActLatest action 2025-02-06
Technology
Extensive record
Peters's profile cites 44 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
44 bills
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Their stated view
- Strengthening Cybersecurity and Technology — Champions legislation to enhance national cybersecurity, improve space commerce, and advance technological capabilities in federal agencies and defense.
Commitments tracked here
- Enhance Space Commerce Oversight
The record (44)
- Bill authoredSpace Commerce Advisory Committee ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Bill authoredSpace Commerce Advisory Committee ActLatest action 2023-11-15
- Bill authoredA bill to provide for the establishment of the Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee.Latest action 2024-05-09
- Bill cosponsoredBrake for Kids Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredAdvisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset ActLatest action 2025-09-10
- Bill cosponsoredStrengthening Coast Guard Communities Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredKids Online Safety ActLatest action 2026-08-05
- Bill authoredFederal Advisory Committee Database ActLatest action 2025-07-17
Defense & security
Extensive record
Peters's profile cites 21 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
21 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Reform Defense Contracting Practices
The record (22)
- Bill authoredA bill to increase competition in Defense contracting, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFederal Contracting for Peace and Security ActLatest action 2022-12-15
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Comprehensive Cyber Workforce Strategy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-13
- Bill authoredA bill to require the provision of alternative drinking water to households whose private drinking water is contaminated with perfluorooctanesulfonic acid and perfluorooctanoic acid substances from activities of the Department of Defense.Latest action 2025-12-11
- Congressional Record contextPROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8800, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8595, NATIONAL SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF STATE, AND RELATED...Latest action 2026-06-30
- Bill authoredFIT Procurement ActLatest action 2024-12-09
- Bill authoredDigital Defense Content Provenance Act of 2023Latest action 2023-12-13
- Bill authoredAGILE Procurement Act of 2022Latest action 2022-11-17
Environment & energy
Substantial record
Peters's profile cites 16 bills authored or cosponsored and 3 other congressional records as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
16 bills
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Their stated view
- Support for Great Lakes Environment — Advocates for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes ecosystem through targeted funding and research initiatives.
Commitments tracked here
- Support Great Lakes Partnership Act and GLRI
The record (19)
- Bill authoredRegional Great Lakes Partnership Act of 2026Latest action 2026-09-16
- Congressional Record contextGREAT LAKES RESTORATION INITIATIVE ACT OF 2025Latest action 2026-09-29
- Bill authoredGreat Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-18
- Congressional Record contextINTRODUCTION OF THE REGIONAL GREAT LAKES PARTNERSHIP ACTLatest action 2026-10-01
- Bill cosponsoredNationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-13
- Bill cosponsoredMaintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-27
- Bill authoredGrand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025Latest action 2025-06-25
- Bill cosponsoredSport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
Veterans
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Their stated view
- Supporting Veterans and Military Personnel — Focuses on improving healthcare, ensuring fair treatment, and enhancing workforce strategies for veterans and those serving in the armed forces.
What Peters 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.
- 01Environment
Support for Great Lakes Environment
Advocates for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes ecosystem through targeted funding and research initiatives.
- 02Technology
Strengthening Cybersecurity and Technology
Champions legislation to enhance national cybersecurity, improve space commerce, and advance technological capabilities in federal agencies and defense.
- 03Democracy
Protecting Whistleblowers and Accountability
Seeks to expand protections for whistleblowers in federal contracting and improve transparency in government operations.
- 04Veterans
Supporting Veterans and Military Personnel
Focuses on improving healthcare, ensuring fair treatment, and enhancing workforce strategies for veterans and those serving in the armed forces.
- 05Justice
Enhancing Public Safety and Preparedness
Works to improve emergency response, disaster assistance, and public safety measures, including preventing violence and ensuring infrastructure safety.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below links to its source and potentially related congressional records. Topic matches do not establish support, opposition, a verified speech, or fulfillment. Senate roll-call votes are not currently included in this collection.
- Technology
Enhance Space Commerce Oversight
Authored the Space Commerce Advisory Committee Act to establish a committee providing expert advice on regulatory and policy issues affecting the commercial space industry.
On the record: 44 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredSpace Commerce Advisory Committee ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Bill authoredSpace Commerce Advisory Committee ActLatest action 2023-11-15
- Bill authoredA bill to provide for the establishment of the Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee.Latest action 2024-05-09
- Bill cosponsoredBrake for Kids Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredAdvisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset ActLatest action 2025-09-10
- Bill cosponsoredStrengthening Coast Guard Communities Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredKids Online Safety ActLatest action 2026-08-05
- Bill authoredFederal Advisory Committee Database ActLatest action 2025-07-17
- Health
Strengthen Infant Formula Safety
Introduced the Protect Infant Formula from Contamination Act, which aims to improve safety standards and prevent contamination in infant formula products.
On the record: 76 bills · 2 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredProtect Infant Formula from Contamination ActLatest action 2026-05-04
- Bill authoredProtect Infant Formula from Contamination ActLatest action 2024-06-03
- Bill authoredShandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety ActLatest action 2024-02-05
- Bill authoredShandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety ActLatest action 2026-06-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2025, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.Latest action 2025-05-19
- Bill authoredRAPID Reserve ActLatest action 2025-06-12
- Bill cosponsoredPFAS Alternatives ActLatest action 2026-06-18
- Bill authoredOffices of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction and Health Security Act of 2022Latest action 2022-12-19
- Defense
Reform Defense Contracting Practices
Sponsored legislation to increase competition in Department of Defense contracting, aiming to ensure better value and efficiency in military procurements.
On the record: 21 bills · 1 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to increase competition in Defense contracting, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFederal Contracting for Peace and Security ActLatest action 2022-12-15
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Comprehensive Cyber Workforce Strategy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-13
- Bill authoredA bill to require the provision of alternative drinking water to households whose private drinking water is contaminated with perfluorooctanesulfonic acid and perfluorooctanoic acid substances from activities of the Department of Defense.Latest action 2025-12-11
- Congressional Record contextPROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8800, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8595, NATIONAL SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF STATE, AND RELATED...Latest action 2026-06-30
- Bill authoredFIT Procurement ActLatest action 2024-12-09
- Bill authoredDigital Defense Content Provenance Act of 2023Latest action 2023-12-13
- Bill authoredAGILE Procurement Act of 2022Latest action 2022-11-17
- Justice
Improve Disaster Assistance Response
Advocates for the Disaster Assistance Simplification Act and HELP Response and Recovery Act to streamline federal aid processes and enhance local communities' ability to recover from emergencies.
On the record: 35 bills · 2 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredDisaster Assistance Simplification ActLatest action 2022-09-27
- Bill authoredDisaster Assistance Simplification ActLatest action 2025-12-17
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Political Discrimination in Disaster Assistance ActLatest action 2025-02-03
- Bill authoredFire Management Assistance Grants for Tribal Governments ActLatest action 2024-12-18
- Bill authoredDisaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2024Latest action 2024-12-19
- Bill authoredHELP Response and Recovery ActLatest action 2024-03-21
- Bill authoredHELP Response and Recovery ActLatest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFire Management Assistance Grants for Tribal Governments ActLatest action 2025-02-06
- Democracy
Expand Whistleblower Protections for Contractors
Sponsored the Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act, aiming to safeguard federal contractors who report waste, fraud, and abuse.
On the record: 63 bills · 1 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025Latest action 2026-05-04
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026Latest action 2026-05-21
- Bill authoredExpanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-29
- Congressional Record contextEXPANDING WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS FOR CONTRACTORS ACT OF 2026Latest action 2026-07-20
- Bill cosponsoredFBI Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-29
- Bill cosponsoredAbsentee and Mail Voter Protection ActLatest action 2026-04-22
- Bill authoredU.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Retirement Technical Corrections ActLatest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFederal Emergency Mobilization Accountability (FEMA) Workforce Planning ActLatest action 2025-02-06
- Environment
Support Great Lakes Partnership Act and GLRI
Senator Peters supports continued funding and strategic initiatives for Great Lakes restoration. He sponsored the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act of 2026.
On the record: 16 bills · 3 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredRegional Great Lakes Partnership Act of 2026Latest action 2026-09-16
- Congressional Record contextGREAT LAKES RESTORATION INITIATIVE ACT OF 2025Latest action 2026-09-29
- Bill authoredGreat Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-18
- Congressional Record contextINTRODUCTION OF THE REGIONAL GREAT LAKES PARTNERSHIP ACTLatest action 2026-10-01
- Bill cosponsoredNationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-13
- Bill cosponsoredMaintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-27
- Bill authoredGrand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025Latest action 2025-06-25
- Bill cosponsoredSport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-26
- Justice
Improve Federal Building Security Threats
Introduced the Federal Building Threat Notification Act to ensure timely communication of threats to federal facilities, enhancing security for employees and visitors.
On the record: 57 bills · 1 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredFederal Building Threat Notification ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Congressional Record contextFEDERAL BUILDING THREAT NOTIFICATION ACTLatest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredImproving Federal Building Security Act of 2024Latest action 2024-12-17
- Bill authoredSafeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act of 2023Latest action 2023-05-16
- Bill authoredStreamlining Federal Cybersecurity Regulations ActLatest action 2024-12-02
- Bill authoredFederal Acquisition Security Council Improvement Act of 2024Latest action 2024-12-16
- Bill authoredFederal Contracting for Peace and Security ActLatest action 2022-12-15
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and is not subject to privatization.Latest action 2025-03-27
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