Thom Tillis

Issue by issue

The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Tillis puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.

• Veterans

  Extensive record

  Tillis's profile cites 54 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  54 bills

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  Commitments tracked here

  • Commend 'Donut Dollies' for Service
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “veterans commend donut dollies service”

  The record (55)

  • Bill authoredA resolution commending the "Donut Dollies" for their patriotic service and steadfast support of United States servicemembers in combat and honoring their extraordinary contributions to the morale and well-being of United States servicemembers during wartime.Latest action 2026-04-29
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of the recent United States and Israeli military strikes on Iran.Latest action 2025-06-26
  • Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2023, as "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" to remember the tragic terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983.Latest action 2023-11-02
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the achievements and contributions of the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter to the national defense of the United States and its allies and honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifice of the United States Army aviators, maintainers, and support personnel who operate and sustain the Apache.Latest action 2026-01-15
  • 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 authoredA resolution designating September 30, 2026, as "National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day".Latest action 2026-09-30
  • Bill authoredEnsuring Access to VA INFO Act of 2023Latest action 2023-04-26
  • Bill cosponsoredLove Lives On Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18

• Immigration & border

  Extensive record

  Tillis's profile cites 53 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  53 bills

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  Commitments tracked here

  • Sponsor Sanctuary Cities and Immigration Enforcement Bills
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “immigration border sponsor sanctuary cities”

  The record (53)

  • Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities and Fallen Law Enforcement Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-05
  • Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021Latest action 2021-01-27
  • Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025Latest action 2025-01-22
  • Bill authoredComprehensive Southern Border Strategy ActLatest action 2022-07-27
  • Bill authoredImmigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2021Latest action 2021-01-27
  • Bill authoredVoice for Victims ActLatest action 2022-07-27
  • Bill authoredImmigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2024Latest action 2024-03-12
  • Bill cosponsoredJustice for American Victims of Illegal Aliens ActLatest action 2025-05-08

• Housing

  Extensive record

  Tillis's profile cites 48 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  48 bills

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  Commitments tracked here

  • Increase Housing Supply
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “housing increase housing supply”

  The record (49)

  • Bill authoredHousing Supply Expansion Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-23
  • Bill authoredSAFER ActLatest action 2021-05-27
  • Bill authoredSAFER ActLatest action 2020-09-30
  • Bill cosponsoredRespect State Housing Laws ActLatest action 2025-02-06
  • Bill authoredA bill to modify the definition of critical technologies for purposes of reviews by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.Latest action 2020-08-06
  • Bill authoredA bill to amend the CARES Act to ensure that the temporary relief from CECL standards does not terminate in the middle of a company's fiscal year.Latest action 2020-07-22
  • Bill cosponsoredChip Security ActLatest action 2025-05-08
  • Bill authoredFederal Reserve Regulatory Oversight ActLatest action 2022-01-12

• Justice & civil rights

  Extensive record

  Tillis's profile cites 40 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  40 bills

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  Their stated view

  • Support Law Enforcement — Advocates for legislation that protects law enforcement officers, provides resources for their families, and strengthens community outreach programs.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “justice civil rights law enforcement”

  Commitments tracked here

  • Enhance Protections for Law Enforcement
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “justice civil rights enhance protections”

  The record (40)

  • Bill cosponsoredOfficer John Barnes and Chief Michael Ansbro Public Safety Officers' Benefit Program Expansion Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-10
  • Bill authoredNational Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act.Latest action 2026-01-28
  • Bill cosponsoredImproving Police CARE ActLatest action 2025-08-01
  • Bill cosponsoredPromoting Police Leadership ActLatest action 2026-06-15
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week".Latest action 2025-05-13
  • Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week".Latest action 2026-05-14
  • Bill cosponsoredImproving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data ActLatest action 2025-04-10
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, and the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2016, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day".Latest action 2016-04-20

• Technology

  Substantial record

  Tillis's profile cites 14 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  14 bills

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  Commitments tracked here

  • Sponsor Patent Eligibility Restoration Act
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “technology sponsor patent eligibility restoration”

  The record (14)

  • Bill authoredPatent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2023Latest action 2024-01-23
  • Bill authoredPatent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-01
  • Bill cosponsoredUnleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services ActLatest action 2025-07-29
  • Bill authoredFostering Innovation Act of 2017Latest action 2018-06-26
  • Bill authoredFostering Innovation Act of 2019Latest action 2019-02-12
  • Bill authoredPatent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2022Latest action 2022-08-02
  • Bill authoredA bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to redefine the eastern and middle judicial districts of North Carolina.Latest action 2019-08-12
  • Bill authoredHazard Eligibility and Local Projects ActLatest action 2022-11-17

• Agriculture & rural

  Substantial record

  Tillis's profile cites 11 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.

  11 bills

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  Commitments tracked here

  • Support Federally Recognized Indian Tribes
    • Member website: tillis.senate.gov
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “agriculture rural federally recognized indian”

  The record (11)

  • Bill authoredA bill to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes.Latest action 2026-06-17
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.Latest action 2026-09-14
  • Bill authoredLumbee Fairness ActLatest action 2025-11-05
  • Bill authoredLumbee Fairness ActLatest action 2023-02-16
  • Bill authoredA resolution recognizing 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 2023-10-04
  • 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
  • Bill cosponsoredA bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation.Latest action 2026-09-23
  • Bill cosponsoredParity for Tribal Law Enforcement ActLatest action 2025-07-24

• Economy & jobs

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  Tillis has stated a position on promote economic growth, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.

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  Their stated view

  • Promote Economic Growth — Focuses on tax reform, patent eligibility, investment disclosure, and housing supply expansion to foster a competitive economic environment.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “economy jobs promote economic growth”

• Health care

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  Tillis has stated a position on improve healthcare access, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.

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  Their stated view

  • Improve Healthcare Access — Works on initiatives to address rare diseases, improve caregiver support, enhance skilled nursing quality, and advance medical manufacturing preparedness.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “health care improve healthcare access”

• Environment & energy

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  Tillis has stated a position on protect public lands, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.

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  Their stated view

  • Protect Public Lands — Champions legislation for the conservation, study, and appropriate use of national parks, scenic trails, and coastal resources.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “environment energy protect public lands”

• Defense & security

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  Tillis has stated a position on bolster national security, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.

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  Their stated view

  • Bolster National Security — Supports measures to honor military service members and veterans, enhance military readiness, and strengthen international alliances like NATO.
    • Cited source
    • Their bills on Congress.gov
    • Congressional Record: “defense security bolster national security”

What Tillis 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

   Justice

   Support Law Enforcement

   Advocates for legislation that protects law enforcement officers, provides resources for their families, and strengthens community outreach programs.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “justice law enforcement”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
2. 02

   Defense

   Bolster National Security

   Supports measures to honor military service members and veterans, enhance military readiness, and strengthen international alliances like NATO.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “defense bolster national security”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
3. 03

   Health

   Improve Healthcare Access

   Works on initiatives to address rare diseases, improve caregiver support, enhance skilled nursing quality, and advance medical manufacturing preparedness.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “health improve healthcare access”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
4. 04

   Environment

   Protect Public Lands

   Champions legislation for the conservation, study, and appropriate use of national parks, scenic trails, and coastal resources.

   • Cited source
   • Their bills on Congress.gov
   • Congressional Record: “environment protect public lands”
   • Floor video on C-SPAN
5. 05

   Economy

   Promote Economic Growth

   Focuses on tax reform, patent eligibility, investment disclosure, and housing supply expansion to foster a competitive economic environment.

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