Charles E. Schumer

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• Economy & jobs

  Extensive record

  Schumer's profile cites 72 bills authored or cosponsored and 2 other congressional records as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.

  72 bills

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  Their stated view

  • Promote Economic Opportunity & Fair Practices — Focuses on fostering domestic manufacturing, supporting small businesses, and ensuring fair practices in financial markets and trade to benefit American workers and consumers.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “economy jobs promote economic opportunity”

  Commitments tracked here

  • Protect consumers from predatory financial practices
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “economy jobs protect consumers predatory”
  • Promote domestic manufacturing and fair trade through legislation
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “economy jobs promote domestic manufacturing”

  The record (74)

  • 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 "Truth in Lending (Regulation Z); Consumer Protections for Home Sales Financed Under Contracts for Deed".Latest action 2026-05-13
  • Bill cosponsoredProtecting American Consumers ActLatest action 2026-06-04
  • Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.Latest action 2025-10-31
  • Bill authoredRoberto Clemente Commemorative Coin ActLatest action 2024-12-02
  • Bill cosponsoredPreserving Homes and Communities Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-30
  • Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.Latest action 2025-04-30
  • Bill cosponsoredStop the Scammers ActLatest action 2025-07-24
  • Bill cosponsoredAccess to Fair Financing for Opportunity and Resilient Development ActLatest action 2026-02-26

• Democracy & ethics

  Extensive record

  Schumer's profile cites 60 bills authored or cosponsored and 5 other congressional records as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.

  60 bills

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  Their stated view

  • Strengthen Democratic Institutions — Supports initiatives to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in government, including efforts to prevent corruption and defend against challenges to democratic norms.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “democracy ethics strengthen democratic institutions”

  Commitments tracked here

  • Increase government accountability and fight corruption
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “democracy ethics increase government accountability”
  • Ensure responsible use of government funds
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “democracy ethics ensure responsible use”

  The record (65)

  • Bill authoredAnti-Corruption Bureau Creation ActLatest action 2026-07-30
  • Bill authoredA bill to prohibit funds made available to the Department of Justice from being used to make a personal payment to the President in connection with a claim that is subject to the Federal Tort Claims Act, whether in the form of a settlement or any other payment from the Judgment Fund for the personal benefit of the President.Latest action 2026-03-18
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.Latest action 2025-02-13
  • Bill authoredA bill to abolish the Anti-Weaponization Fund, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-06-16
  • Bill cosponsoredBan Presidential Plunder of Taxpayer Funds ActLatest action 2026-04-15
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government.Latest action 2025-05-13
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning the suggestion by President Donald J. Trump that criticism of him is "illegal," reaffirming the fundamental importance of free speech, and declaring that criticism of the President is not only lawful but essential to democracy in the United States.Latest action 2025-11-06
  • Bill cosponsoredEnd Crypto Corruption Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-08

• Health care

  Extensive record

  Schumer's profile cites 44 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  44 bills

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  Their stated view

  • Lower Healthcare and Consumer Costs — Advocates for legislation aimed at reducing healthcare expenditures, energy bills, and consumer costs, including through regulatory oversight and tax reforms.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “health care lower healthcare consumer”

  Commitments tracked here

  • Reduce healthcare costs through legislative action
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “health care reduce healthcare costs”

  The record (45)

  • Bill authoredProtecting Health Care and Lowering Costs ActLatest action 2025-07-30
  • Bill authoredLower Health Care Costs ActLatest action 2025-12-11
  • Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability".Latest action 2026-01-13
  • Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program".Latest action 2026-09-29
  • Bill cosponsoredChild Care for Working Families ActLatest action 2025-07-15
  • Bill cosponsoredSavings Opportunity and Affordable Repayment ActLatest action 2025-04-01
  • Bill cosponsoredAccess to Fertility Treatment and Care ActLatest action 2025-07-23
  • Bill cosponsoredMedicare Cost Cap Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24

• Other

  Extensive record

  Schumer's profile cites 22 bills authored or cosponsored and 3 other congressional records as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  22 bills

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  • Support and recognize cultural contributions
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “other recognize cultural contributions”

  The record (25)

  • Bill authoredA resolution commemorating the continuation of the semicentennial of hip hop and designating August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month".Latest action 2025-08-02
  • Bill authoredA resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of hip hop and designating August 11, 2023, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", designating August 2023 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and designating November 2023 as "Hip Hop History Month".Latest action 2023-07-20
  • Bill authoredA resolution designating the last weekend of June 2022 to commemorate the first weekend of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival and the first full weekend of May to commemorate the final weekend of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival of 1970.Latest action 2022-05-24
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.Latest action 2025-09-30
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing Lloyd Ashburn Williams's unparalleled dedication to fostering economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem.Latest action 2025-09-18
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States.Latest action 2026-03-18
  • Bill cosponsoredSmithsonian National Museum of the American Latino ActLatest action 2025-04-03
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.Latest action 2025-11-18

• Justice & civil rights

  Substantial record

  Schumer's profile cites 16 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  16 bills

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  Their stated view

  • Protect Civil Rights and Liberties — Works to combat hate speech and discrimination, protect marginalized communities, and affirm the rights and representation of diverse groups within society.
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “justice civil rights protect civil”

  Commitments tracked here

  • Condemn hate and promote civil rights
    • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “justice civil rights condemn hate”

  The record (16)

  • Bill authoredA resolution condemning white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, and efforts to give a platform to these dangerous ideologies.Latest action 2025-12-08
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.Latest action 2026-05-19
  • Bill cosponsoredEquality ActLatest action 2025-04-29
  • Bill cosponsoredAntisemitism Awareness Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-30
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., and commending him for his significant leadership during the Civil Rights Movement and his decades of advocacy in pursuit of justice, equality, and human rights.Latest action 2026-03-16
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.Latest action 2026-01-07
  • Bill authoredA bill to designate the Pride flag as an authorized flag eligible for display at units of the National Park System, to express the sense of the Senate that the Pride flag should be on display at the Stonewall National Monument in the State of New York, and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-02-25
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.Latest action 2025-05-22

• Defense & security

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  Schumer has stated a position on support international stability and alliances, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.

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  Their stated view

  • Support International Stability and Alliances — Advocates for transparency in international financial dealings and supports allies in global conflicts, particularly in defending against aggression and promoting humanitarian efforts.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “defense security international stability alliances”

What Schumer 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.

1. 01

   Health

   Lower Healthcare and Consumer Costs

   Advocates for legislation aimed at reducing healthcare expenditures, energy bills, and consumer costs, including through regulatory oversight and tax reforms.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “health lower healthcare consumer costs”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
2. 02

   Democracy

   Strengthen Democratic Institutions

   Supports initiatives to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in government, including efforts to prevent corruption and defend against challenges to democratic norms.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “democracy strengthen democratic institutions”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
3. 03

   Economy

   Promote Economic Opportunity & Fair Practices

   Focuses on fostering domestic manufacturing, supporting small businesses, and ensuring fair practices in financial markets and trade to benefit American workers and consumers.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “economy promote economic opportunity fair”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
4. 04

   Justice

   Protect Civil Rights and Liberties

   Works to combat hate speech and discrimination, protect marginalized communities, and affirm the rights and representation of diverse groups within society.

   • Member website: schumer.senate.gov
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “justice protect civil rights liberties”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
5. 05

   Defense

   Support International Stability and Alliances

   Advocates for transparency in international financial dealings and supports allies in global conflicts, particularly in defending against aggression and promoting humanitarian efforts.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “defense international stability alliances”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN