U.S. Senator · D · Rhode Island
Sheldon Whitehouse
- Term
- 2025–2031
- Office
- 530 Hart Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 155
- Speeches
- 12
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Whitehouse puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Economy & jobs
Extensive record
Whitehouse's work here shows up as 80 bills authored or cosponsored and 12 floor speeches, tied to 4 documented commitments.
80 bills·12 speeches
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Their stated view
- Strengthen Consumer Protections — Works to protect consumers from predatory financial practices and ensure fairness in credit reporting and bankruptcy proceedings.
- Address Corporate Accountability — Seeks to curb corporate excess, prevent tax avoidance, and ensure that large corporations contribute fairly to society.
Commitments tracked here
- Protect consumers from predatory financial practices
- Cap executive compensation
- Impose windfall profits tax on big oil
- Address corporate tax avoidance
The record (77)
- Bill authoredFairness in Foreign Filing ActLatest action 2026-07-30
- Bill authoredBig Oil Windfall Profits Tax ActLatest action 2023-02-14
- 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 "Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws".Latest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredCurtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) ActLatest action 2023-11-01
- 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 "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02: Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed".Latest action 2026-03-25
- Bill cosponsoredStop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-11
- Bill authoredConsumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-20
- Bill cosponsoredTaxing Buybacks from Big Oil Windfalls ActLatest action 2026-05-20
Environment & energy
Extensive record
Whitehouse'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
- Combat Climate Change — Advocates for policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to clean energy, and protect natural resources from environmental degradation.
Commitments tracked here
The record (38)
- Bill authoredInternational Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-08
- Bill authoredInternational Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-10
- Bill authoredNo Passes for Polluters Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
- 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 "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill authoredConsumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-20
- 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 "Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review: Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources".Latest action 2026-03-09
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing that sea levels are rising at accelerated rates due to human-caused climate change.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing that mercury pollution can cause severe health problems, including permanent brain damage, kidney damage, and birth defects.Latest action 2025-12-17
Justice & civil rights
Extensive record
Whitehouse'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
- Modernize the Judiciary — Proposes reforms to the Supreme Court, including term limits and regular appointments, to enhance its impartiality and public trust.
Commitments tracked here
- Reform Supreme Court appointments and terms
The record (47)
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2023Latest action 2023-10-19
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Review Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-25
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2022Latest action 2022-08-02
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2022Latest action 2022-05-11
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Review Act of 2022Latest action 2022-07-28
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill authoredA resolution condemning recent attacks on the free press by President Donald J. Trump and reaffirming the United States commitment to preserving and protecting freedom of the press as a cornerstone of democracy.Latest action 2025-05-06
Democracy & ethics
Extensive record
Whitehouse's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on democracy & ethics
Their stated view
- Reform Campaign Finance — Supports measures to limit the influence of money in politics, enhance transparency, and prevent foreign interference in US elections.
Commitments tracked here
- Limit foreign money in US elections
The record (30)
- Bill authoredGet Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution acknowledging the fourth anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, reaffirming support for the people of Ukraine, and emphasizing the importance of robust United States security guarantees within a transatlantic commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.Latest action 2026-02-24
- Bill cosponsoredLast Sale Valuation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-11
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces.Latest action 2025-02-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.Latest action 2025-12-03
- Bill authoredForeign Extortion Prevention ActLatest action 2023-07-18
- Bill authoredSanctions Evasion Whistleblower Rewards Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-21
- Bill authoredSecure E-Waste Export and Recycling ActLatest action 2022-03-17
What Whitehouse 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
Combat Climate Change
Advocates for policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to clean energy, and protect natural resources from environmental degradation.
- 02Democracy
Reform Campaign Finance
Supports measures to limit the influence of money in politics, enhance transparency, and prevent foreign interference in US elections.
- 03Finance
Strengthen Consumer Protections
Works to protect consumers from predatory financial practices and ensure fairness in credit reporting and bankruptcy proceedings.
- 04Economy
Address Corporate Accountability
Seeks to curb corporate excess, prevent tax avoidance, and ensure that large corporations contribute fairly to society.
- 05Justice
Modernize the Judiciary
Proposes reforms to the Supreme Court, including term limits and regular appointments, to enhance its impartiality and public trust.
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.
- Finance
Protect consumers from predatory financial practices
Work to disapprove rules that weaken consumer protections, such as those related to credit reporting and deposit accounts, through joint resolutions.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored S.J.Res.XX (2026) to disapprove a rule regarding Fair Credit Reporting Act preemption, but the motion to proceed to consideration was rejected.
On the record: 25 bills
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 Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws".Latest action 2026-05-13
- 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 "Fair Credit Reporting Act; Preemption of State Laws".Latest action 2026-03-25
- 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 "Consumer Financial Protection Circular 2023-02: Reopening Deposit Accounts That Consumers Previously Closed".Latest action 2026-03-25
- Bill authoredConsumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-20
- Bill authoredMedical Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2024Latest action 2024-11-21
- Bill authoredKLEPTO ActLatest action 2022-04-07
- Bill cosponsoredDisclosure of Tax Havens and Offshoring ActLatest action 2026-07-16
- Bill authoredMedical Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-14
- Justice
Reform Supreme Court appointments and terms
Support the 'Supreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2026' to introduce regular appointments and set term limits for justices.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored S.4578, the 'Supreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2026', on 2026-07-22, which is currently referred to committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act of 2023Latest action 2023-10-19
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Review Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-25
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2022Latest action 2022-08-02
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2022Latest action 2022-05-11
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Review Act of 2022Latest action 2022-07-28
- Bill authoredSupreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill authoredA resolution condemning recent attacks on the free press by President Donald J. Trump and reaffirming the United States commitment to preserving and protecting freedom of the press as a cornerstone of democracy.Latest action 2025-05-06
- Economy
Cap executive compensation
Advocate for legislation such as the 'Curtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) Act' to limit excessive executive pay and address wealth inequality.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored S.4633, the Curtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) Act, in the current Congress (2026-07-16), which has been referred to the Committee on Finance and is still pending.
On the record: 5 bills · 12 speeches
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredCurtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) ActLatest action 2023-11-01
- Bill authoredCurtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) ActLatest action 2026-07-16
- Floor speech / statementUnanimous Consent Request--S. Res. 556 (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-07-15
- Floor speech / statementVote on Kuntz Nomination (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-07-15
- Floor speech / statementCloture Motion (Executive Session)Latest action 2026-07-15
- Floor speech / statementCloture Motion (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-08-05
- Floor speech / statementVote on Schwartz Nomination (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-08-05
- Floor speech / statementNomination of Todd Blanche (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-08-05
- Democracy
Limit foreign money in US elections
Sponsor legislation like the 'Get Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections Act' to ban foreign financial influence in American political campaigns.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored the 'Get Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections Act' (S.4578) on July 22, 2026, which is currently referred to committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredGet Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections ActLatest action 2026-07-22
- Bill authoredGet Foreign Money Out of U.S. Elections ActLatest action 2024-07-10
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution acknowledging the fourth anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, reaffirming support for the people of Ukraine, and emphasizing the importance of robust United States security guarantees within a transatlantic commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.Latest action 2026-02-24
- Bill cosponsoredLast Sale Valuation Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-11
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces.Latest action 2025-02-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of the Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.Latest action 2025-12-03
- Bill authoredForeign Extortion Prevention ActLatest action 2023-07-18
- Bill authoredSanctions Evasion Whistleblower Rewards Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-21
- Taxation
Impose windfall profits tax on big oil
Push for the 'Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax Act' to tax excessive profits of large oil companies and redirect revenues to benefit consumers.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored S.3855, the 'Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax Act,' which was introduced on 2026-03-17 and referred to the Committee on Finance, indicating active pursuit of the promise within the current 119th Congress.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredBig Oil Windfall Profits Tax ActLatest action 2023-02-14
- Bill authoredBig Oil Windfall Profits Tax ActLatest action 2022-03-10
- Bill authoredBig Oil Windfall Profits Tax ActLatest action 2026-03-17
- Bill cosponsoredTaxing Buybacks from Big Oil Windfalls ActLatest action 2026-05-20
- Bill authoredDenying Expenditures for False Accusations with Malicious Effect (DEFAME) ActLatest action 2023-07-26
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat transfers of appreciated property to certain tax-exempt organizations the same as transfers of appreciated property to political organizations.Latest action 2024-02-06
- Bill authoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units: Final Repeal".Latest action 2026-06-03
- Bill authoredStop Subsidizing Giant Mergers ActLatest action 2026-03-25
- Environment
Hold polluters accountable
Introduce legislation like the 'No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026' and support disapproving EPA rules that ease regulations on polluters.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse sponsored the 'No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026' on April 27, 2026, which is currently pending in the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredInternational Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-08
- Bill authoredInternational Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-10
- Bill authoredNo Passes for Polluters Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-27
- 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 "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill authoredConsumer Protection and Corporate Accountability in Bankruptcy Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-20
- 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 "Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review: Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources".Latest action 2026-03-09
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing that sea levels are rising at accelerated rates due to human-caused climate change.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing that mercury pollution can cause severe health problems, including permanent brain damage, kidney damage, and birth defects.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Taxation
Address corporate tax avoidance
Champion bills like the 'Fairness in Foreign Filing Act' to ensure corporations pay their fair share of taxes and prevent offshore tax evasion.
Where it stands: Senator Whitehouse has sponsored the 'Fairness in Foreign Filing Act' and cosponsored the 'Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026', both of which are currently pending in the Committee on Finance.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredFairness in Foreign Filing ActLatest action 2026-07-30
- Bill cosponsoredStop Corporate Inversions Act of 2026Latest action 2026-02-11
- Bill authoredFirst-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-23
- Bill authoredForeign Extortion Prevention Technical Corrections ActLatest action 2024-07-30
- Bill authoredStop Subsidizing Giant Mergers ActLatest action 2024-03-21
- Bill authoredClean Competition ActLatest action 2023-12-06
- Bill authoredFirst-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2024Latest action 2024-03-14
- Bill authoredCurtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) ActLatest action 2023-11-01
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