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Ralph Norman

Ralph Norman

RRepublicanSC-5 · Representative
61
/ 100
Average
Attendance91
Avg: 96
Independence12
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone5
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency100
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
77
Total Statements
16
Floor Speeches
61
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Taxes: 23Immigration: 19Environment: 19Crime & Justice: 13Trade: 13Healthcare: 10Labor: 9Defense: 7Social Security: 7Foreign Policy: 6Agriculture: 5Economy: 5Infrastructure: 4Education: 3Housing: 2

Speech Tone

Neutral: 60Ceremonial: 8Urgent: 6Bipartisan: 3

Statements (77)

Press Release2026-06-02
Norman Bill Cracks Down on DEI Abuse in Federal Research Funding

Norman Bill Cracks Down on DEI Abuse in Federal Research Funding WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) introduced legislation to prohibit federal agencies from using Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) requirements or ideological tests when awarding taxpayer-funded research grants. The…

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Press Release2026-05-28UrgentDefense
Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month As Military Appreciation Month draws to a close, I want to thank all members of the United States military and their families for the sacrifices they have made in the line of duty. These brave men and women have given everything to defend our great nation and the…

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Press Release2026-05-26
PASS SAVE AMERICA

PASS SAVE AMERICA As South Carolinians head to the polls starting today, remember a VALID PHOTO ID is required to vote. Meanwhile, the U.S. Senate still refuses to pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT. PASS IT!!

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Press Release2026-05-25
Memorial Day 2026

Memorial Day 2026 Today, we pause to remember the American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. May we always honor their legacy and never take that sacrifice for granted.

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Press Release2026-05-23
Praying for the safety of everyone at the White House

Praying for the safety of everyone at the White House Please join Elaine and me in praying for President Trump, the Secret Service, and everyone at the White House.

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Press Release2026-05-22Housing
Making Homeownership Great Again

Making Homeownership Great Again GREAT NEWS for the housing and banking community!! The House passed a bill to make HOMEOWNERSHIP great again!

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Press Release2026-05-22BipartisanImmigrationDefense
False Narrative on the White House Ballroom

False Narrative on the White House Ballroom I’ve gotten tons of calls from constituents about the FAKE NEWS media once again twisting the facts and pushing a completely FALSE narrative about White House ballroom funding!! So let’s set the record straight ONCE AND FOR ALL. Congress was NOT debating…

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Press Release2026-05-22
RSC Roundtable on Fraud

RSC Roundtable on Fraud During a Republican Study Committee roundtable, we discussed how Americans are TIRED of watching their hard-earned tax dollars wasted by bureaucrats and bad actors gaming the system. Looking forward to what VP Vance the White House Fraud Task Force uncover!!

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Press Release2026-05-21
Conservatives Are WINNING Nationwide

Conservatives Are WINNING Nationwide Conservatives are WINNING nationwide. ‼️ Nowhere is this more evident than in South Carolina, where we’re taking steps to ACCURATELY REPRESENT voters.

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Press Release2026-05-21Trade
Speaking With Focus on the Family

Speaking With Focus on the Family It was wonderful to speak at the Focus on the Family event yesterday about the importance of their work and how central faith, family, and Christian values are to South Carolina. Thank you for having me!

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Floor Speech2026-05-20CeremonialHealthcareTaxes
RECOGNIZING DEACON EMERITUS CHARLES AUGUSTUS WOOD OF SUTTON BRANCH BAPTIST CHURCH

RECOGNIZING DEACON EMERITUS CHARLES AUGUSTUS WOOD OF SUTTON BRANCH BAPTIST CHURCH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 86 (Wednesday, May 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 86 (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E474] From the Congressional Record Online…

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Press Release2026-05-20
South Carolina: REDISTRICT!

South Carolina: REDISTRICT! Since Day 1, I’ve called for South Carolina to redistrict. Now the House has taken action, and the Senate MUST do the same.

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Press Release2026-05-18Ceremonial
One Nation Under An Even Greater God

One Nation Under An Even Greater God Yesterday, thousands gathered with U.S. leaders in our nation’s capital to rededicate America on our 250th anniversary. What an incredible reminder that we are one undivided nation under an even greater God.

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Press Release2026-05-17ImmigrationTaxesEnvironment
Senate REPEATEDLY Fails to Act

Senate REPEATEDLY Fails to Act House Republicans passed full DHS funding FOUR separate times. The first was over three months ago. We passed the SAVE America Act more than two months ago. The House has acted REPEATEDLY. The only thing missing? Action from the Senate!!

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Press Release2026-05-16Immigration
2026 Congressional Pig Book Press Conference

2026 Congressional Pig Book Press Conference Glad to join Citizens Against Government Waste again for their 2026 Congressional Pig Book press conference. This year’s Pig Book exposed 8,392 earmarks totaling $23.7 BILLION!! That’s why I introduced legislation to END earmarks once and for all.…

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Press Release2026-05-15Crime & Justice
Heartbreaking News Out of the Upstate

Heartbreaking News Out of the Upstate Heartbreaking news out of the Upstate today. Please join Elaine and me in praying for the families of the two law enforcement officers who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. May God bring comfort to all who are grieving.

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Press Release2026-05-15
National Police Week - Thank you to our Police

National Police Week - Thank you to our Police This National Police Week, I was honored to spend time with local Fort Mill police officers. We are so grateful to the courageous men and women who wear their badges every day to keep Americans safe. 🇺🇸

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Floor Speech2026-05-14TaxesEnvironmentTrade
HONORING CHIEF RUSSELL ROARK

HONORING CHIEF RUSSELL ROARK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3462-H3463] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

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Press Release2026-05-14
A RATING | 2025 Taxpayer Friend Award

A RATING | 2025 Taxpayer Friend Award Honored to receive the “Taxpayers’ Friend Award” and an A RATING for 2025. 🇺🇸 Fiscal responsibility matters. Your tax dollars matter. Cut the BLOAT and RETURN money to the PEOPLE!!

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Press Release2026-05-13
Federal Weaponization Under Biden

Federal Weaponization Under Biden Americans have a constitutional right to free speech, free thought, and political dissent. The idea that the Biden DOJ surveilled elected officials over PROTECTED SPEECH should ALARM you!

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Press Release2026-05-11
Redistricting: Fair Representation in S.C.

Redistricting: Fair Representation in S.C. Democrats have tried and failed to make this about race. Redistricting is about fair representation and giving the American people a voice. ‼️

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Press Release2026-05-11ImmigrationForeign PolicyCrime & Justice
Democrats Emboldening Iran

Democrats Emboldening Iran Democrats in Congress are undermining President Trump, weakening America, and emboldening Iran. At every turn, they side against law enforcement, against border security, and against the policies needed to keep Americans safe!!

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Press Release2026-05-11Crime & Justice
National Police Week!

National Police Week! National Police Week!! During this week, we pause to honor the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of the men and women in law enforcement who stand watch over our communities DAILY. Our police are true heroes and deserve our deepest respect. They have…

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Press Release2026-05-10
Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, but especially to my wife, Elaine, our daughters, Anne, Mary Catherine, and Caroline, and our daughter-in-law, Chrissi! Their example of motherhood is a true blessing. I’m beyond grateful to be surrounded by such faithful and resilient women…

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Press Release2026-05-07
Sharia CANNOT Exist in the United States

Sharia CANNOT Exist in the United States 🚨Sharia Law CANNOT exist in the United States. I am STRONGLY against it. The Constitution is the law of the land. If you believe in freedom, equal rights, and the American legal system, this shouldn’t be controversial.

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Press Release2026-05-07Crime & Justice
Proud to Support Logan's Law

Proud to Support Logan's Law Thank you to Congressman Russell Fry for leading Logan’s Law, critical legislation to crack down on violent REPEAT CRIMINALS and keep our communities safe. We will never forget Logan Federico, a beautiful young woman whose life was tragically taken by a violent offender…

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Press Release2026-05-07
Are you ready for the 2026 election cycle?

Are you ready for the 2026 election cycle? Are you ready for the 2026 election cycle? Every election cycle, thousands of people show up ready to participate…only to find out their registration isn’t current. If you’ve moved, changed your name, or just haven’t checked in a while, take a minute now…

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Press Release2026-05-07
83 PERCENT of Americans Support Term Limits

83 PERCENT of Americans Support Term Limits A new poll found 83 PERCENT of Americans support placing TERM LIMITS on members of Congress!! I am PROUD to lead a constitutional amendment to accomplish exactly that. It's past time for some of these folks to head home and live under the set of rules…

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Press Release2026-05-06
Funding Our Nation's Heros is NOT Optional

Funding Our Nation's Heros is NOT Optional This should go without saying. 🇺🇸

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Press Release2026-05-05EnvironmentAgriculture
Fighting for SC Farmers Always

Fighting for SC Farmers Always I have always maintained an open-door policy and regularly meet with any and all Americans, but my votes are grounded in facts and what’s best for folks in South Carolina’s 5th District. I opposed Rep. Luna’s Farm bill amendment because it welcomed an unworkable…

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Press Release2026-05-05
Another Attack on the President

Another Attack on the President What happened last weekend was NOT just dangerous, it was a direct threat to the U.S. President and his entire cabinet. STOP TRYING TO KILL THE PRESIDENT.

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Press Release2026-05-05Foreign Policy
Iran is a MAJOR Threat to National Security

Iran is a MAJOR Threat to National Security Iran is a MASSIVE threat to our national security. President Trump is doing the right thing, ACTIVELY working to protect American interests. 🇺🇸

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Press Release2026-05-05TaxesAgriculture
HUGE WIN for SC Fishermen

HUGE WIN for SC Fishermen In a major win for South Carolina fishermen, President Trump APPROVED new state permits for the 2026 red snapper fishing season. Earlier this year, I was proud to sign onto a letter giving South Carolina greater control over our waters, pushing back against years of…

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Press Release2026-05-04ImmigrationTaxes
A+ ON BORDER SECURITY

A+ ON BORDER SECURITY A+ ON BORDER SECURITY 🇺🇸 PROUD to earn an A+ from NumbersUSA . 100% record: NO amnesty END chain migration STOP visa lottery SECURE the border America isn’t an open door. I’ll keep fighting to put AMERICANS FIRST. https://www.numbersusa.com/grades/9146

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Press Release2026-05-01Ceremonial
Congressional Art Competition

Congressional Art Competition My office received a TON of incredible entries for this year’s Congressional Art Competition, all celebrating America ahead of our 250th anniversary!! The winning piece will hang in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for thousands to see over the next year. Congrats…

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Press Release2026-05-01
America is NOT governed by Sharia Law

America is NOT governed by Sharia Law

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Press Release2026-04-29Crime & Justice
Political Violence at WHC Dinner

Political Violence at WHC Dinner Our country was shaken this weekend by yet another disturbing act of political violence. A lunatic opened fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. Thanks to the swift response of law enforcement, the suspect was apprehended. A Secret…

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Press Release2026-04-27
Leftist Calls to Violence MUST End

Leftist Calls to Violence MUST End Political violence has no place in America. This weekend's event is a stark reminder that the right to speak, write, and assemble freely is a privilege millions around the world are denied. The Left's call to violence MUST end!!

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Press Release2026-04-27
Faith Month

Faith Month For 250 years, a belief in Christ has carried Americans through war, hardship, and uncertainty. This Faith Month, we recognize that our strength comes from something far greater than ourselves. Esther 4:14 ✝️

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Press Release2026-04-26Taxes
GREAT Conversations with the First Monday Club

GREAT Conversations with the First Monday Club GREAT conversations were had with Spartanburg’s First Monday Club!! Appreciate the warm welcome at the famous Beacon Drive-in!

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Press Release2026-04-25
Congressional Record for Carolina Rising Museum

Congressional Record for Carolina Rising Museum Honored to present a Congressional Record for Carolina Rising Museum: A Revolutionary Experience right here in Gaffney, SC. Opening May 1st, don’t miss this immersive history exhibit!!

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Press Release2026-04-25Taxes
Praying for All at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

Praying for All at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Please join me in praying for the safety of our President and everyone attending tonight’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner, including our nation’s leaders, the men and women of the Secret Service, and our first responders.

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Press Release2026-04-25Immigration
Democrats Hijack the United States

Democrats Hijack the United States Democrats are hijacking the U.S. in defunding ICE and CBP. It’s ludicrous, and they’re putting our entire country at risk.

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Press Release2026-04-23
Another Busy Week in Congress!

Another Busy Week in Congress! Another busy week in Congress! Beyond grateful to have my beautiful daughters and granddaughters with me in our nation’s capital. 🇺🇸

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Press Release2026-04-23
Honored to be a Champion of Limited Government!

Honored to be a Champion of Limited Government! What an honor to receive the Champion of Limited Government and be ranked TOP 10 in the House for defending the Constitution. Government exists to serve the people, NOT control them. I’ll keep fighting to put power back where it belongs... with YOU!!

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Press Release2026-04-23TaxesForeign Policy
Putting American Interests First

Putting American Interests First Our President’s actions in Iran are putting American interests first. Peace through strength.

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Press Release2026-04-23Immigration
Fund CBP and ICE!

Fund CBP and ICE! It’s past time to fund CBP and ICE. Democrats’ refusal to come to their senses is only hurting everyday Americans.

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Press Release2026-04-22Trade
FISA: Congress Must Protect Americans' Constitutional Rights

FISA: Congress Must Protect Americans' Constitutional Rights Did you know federal agencies have searched Americans’ communications under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) without ever getting a warrant? That ought to give every American pause!! FISA, specifically Section 702, was…

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Press Release2026-04-21
Protecting Americans From Abuse Seen Under Biden

Protecting Americans From Abuse Seen Under Biden With any extension of FISA, it’s CRITICAL we protect everyday Americans from the abuse we saw under Biden.

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Press Release2026-04-20
HISTORIC Drop in DC Crime

HISTORIC Drop in DC Crime Under Donald Trump, we've seen a HISTORIC drop in crime. Washington DC used to be the nation's "murder capital," not anymore. Public safety works, and it's a WINNING ISSUE!!

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