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Ralph Norman

Ralph Norman

RRepublicanSC-5 · Representative
60
/ 100
Average
Attendance88
Avg: 96
Independence12
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone4
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 100
Transparency100
Avg: 55

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

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
115
Total Statements
19
Floor Speeches
96
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Taxes: 33Immigration: 25Environment: 20Trade: 17Crime & Justice: 15Healthcare: 11Foreign Policy: 11Defense: 10Labor: 10Social Security: 7Agriculture: 6Economy: 5Infrastructure: 5Housing: 3Voting Rights: 3

Speech Tone

Neutral: 89Ceremonial: 14Urgent: 7Bipartisan: 4Partisan Attack: 1

Statements (115)

Floor Speech2026-07-15CeremonialImmigrationTaxesForeign Policy
HONORING SENATOR LINDSEY GRAHAM

HONORING SENATOR LINDSEY GRAHAM Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 115 (Wednesday, July 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 115 (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4540-H4543] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Press Release2026-07-09Partisan AttackImmigrationTrade
Codify President Trump's Border Policies

Codify President Trump's Border Policies SCOTUS issued a catastrophic ruling on birthright citizenship — supercharging the incentive for illegal aliens to come here. It's more important than ever to codify Trump’s border security wins. End the magnets for illegal immigration and block a future…

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Press Release2026-07-08Bipartisan
Rock Hill Business Investment Opportunity

Rock Hill Business Investment Opportunity The recruitment and announcement of Octapharma’s $1.5 billion investment and 1,500+ jobs coming to Rock Hill is good for the city, York County, and the state of South Carolina. I encourage York County Council and the City of Rock Hill to come together and…

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Press Release2026-07-06Taxes
Fall Congressional Internship Opportunity

Fall Congressional Internship Opportunity Interested in public service? Applications are now being accepted for Fall internships in my Washington, D.C., office. This is a GREAT opportunity for college students and recent graduates to gain firsthand experience in the legislative process while…

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Press Release2026-06-30Voting Rights
68% of Americans Support SAVE AMERICA ACT

68% of Americans Support SAVE AMERICA ACT 🚨SAVE AMERICA ACT quick facts: - 68% of Americans support the SAVE AMERICA ACT - 81% favor requiring voter ID - 78% want states to purge non-citizens from voter rolls - 74% support proof of citizenship to vote 56% call SAVE AMERICA “commonsense.” GET THIS…

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Floor Speech2026-06-30Ceremonial
HONORING ROSEMARY NOEL COMBS

HONORING ROSEMARY NOEL COMBS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4328-H4329] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

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Press Release2026-06-29AbortionTaxesHR9421
Protecting WOMEN and UNBORN CHILDREN

Protecting WOMEN and UNBORN CHILDREN Just over four years ago, the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs marked a major victory for the sanctity of life and the Constitution. By overturning Roe v. Wade, the Court rightly rejected the idea that the Constitution creates a right to abortion and returned…

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Press Release2026-06-29
NO to War Powers Resolution

NO to War Powers Resolution Biden backed down. Trump took action. The world's leading state sponsor of terrorism should NEVER possess a nuclear weapon. America is safer when our enemies know we mean business.

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Press Release2026-06-27Ceremonial
Congressional Art Competition Winner

Congressional Art Competition Winner Congratulations to Claire from Catawba Ridge High School for winning SC-05's Congressional Art Competition!! Her artwork, Flames of Freedom, honors the bravery of our firefighters and the enduring spirit of America. Now, her work hangs in the U.S. Capitol…

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Press Release2026-06-26Healthcare
UNCOVERING ABUSE: $6.5 Billion in Fraud

UNCOVERING ABUSE: $6.5 Billion in Fraud Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche just uncovered $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud. Historic. And it’s just the beginning. A new era of accountability and enforcement has begun. http://justice.gov/.../national-health-care-fraud.

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Press Release2026-06-26Foreign Policy
House Freedom Caucus Press Conference

House Freedom Caucus Press Conference The House did its job. Now, the Senate must act. House Freedom Caucus joined me yesterday to demand the Senate pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT. The American people want secure elections. Vacation is over, Senators. Get back to Washington. PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT.

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Press Release2026-06-25
PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT

PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT Enough stalling from the Senate. This ends now. The American people have demanded we pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT. GET IT DONE. 🚨

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Press Release2026-06-25
ICYMI: SAVE AMERICA ACT PRESS CONFERENCE

ICYMI: SAVE AMERICA ACT PRESS CONFERENCE ICYMI: SAVE AMERICA ACT PRESS CONFERENCE TODAY. 🚨 This is common sense.

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Press Release2026-06-25Voting Rights
The Daily Signal: HFC Blasts Senate Over Voter ID

The Daily Signal: HFC Blasts Senate Over Voter ID "Bottom line: We want Americans picking who represents us at every level.” It’s past time to pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT. Read from The Daily Signal https://www.dailysignal.com/.../25/hfc-the-senate-voter-id/

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Press Release2026-06-24Voting Rights
The American people demand action.

The American people demand action. Election integrity is the foundation of our Republic. Pass the SAVE America Act. Everything else can wait. The American people have demanded action, yet the Senate continues to stall out on President Trump's agenda.

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Floor Speech2026-06-24TaxesTrade
HONORING LOYD ARDREY

HONORING LOYD ARDREY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)] [House] [Page H4215] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING LOYD ARDREY…

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Press Release2026-06-24TaxesForeign Policy
STALLED OUT SENATE: PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT

STALLED OUT SENATE: PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT 🚨Tomorrow, I'll join fellow House Freedom Caucus members to demand action on what Americans voted for: President Trump's America First agenda. The House passed the Save America Act. President Trump has made clear he wants it on his desk. Senators, stop…

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Press Release2026-06-24UrgentHousing
Holding the Senate Accountable

Holding the Senate Accountable Last night, I joined 31 of my colleagues to STAND FIRM with President Trump in refusing to pass ANY SENATE BILLS until the SAVE America Act is passed. That included voting NO on Elizabeth Warren’s housing package. It wasn't conservative enough, added more Washington…

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Press Release2026-06-22
Gas and oil prices coming down

Gas and oil prices coming down Gas and oil prices are steadily coming down. 📉 With the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, POTUS is holding bad actors accountable through PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, while lowering prices and restoring affordability nationwide.

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Press Release2026-06-22ImmigrationTaxes
WOW Act: Sunlight is the BEST Disinfectant

WOW Act: Sunlight is the BEST Disinfectant Sunlight is the BEST disinfectant. ICE ought to keep a running, PUBLIC database that shows exactly which CRIMINAL ILLEGAL ALIENS were released back onto our streets. Public safety comes FIRST!!

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Press Release2026-06-21
Happy Father's Day to all dads!

Happy Father's Day to all dads! Happy Father's Day to all dads! Feeling truly blessed to be a father to four and a grandfather to seventeen. Family is truly God's greatest gift.

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Press Release2026-06-20Ceremonial
Happy Birthday from the Norman Family!

Happy Birthday from the Norman Family! Happy Birthday, Boppie! 🎉 We are SO lucky to have you. Thank you for all the wisdom and memories you’ve given us. We hope your day is as special as you are!

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Press Release2026-06-19CeremonialTaxesDefense
South Carolina Hero Major James Capers Jr. Awarded Medal of Honor

South Carolina Hero Major James Capers Jr. Awarded Medal of Honor WASHINGTON — Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr., recognizing his extraordinary heroism and leadership during the Vietnam War. Congressman Ralph Norman…

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Press Release2026-06-18ImmigrationEnvironmentTrade
Norman Moves to Expose Criminal Illegal Aliens Released Into U.S. Communities

Norman Moves to Expose Criminal Illegal Aliens Released Into U.S. Communities WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) introduced the Worst of the Worst (WOW) Act, legislation requiring U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to establish and maintain a publicly accessible database of…

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Press Release2026-06-18CeremonialDefense
Awarding the Medal of Honor to U.S. Marine Major James Capers Jr.

Awarding the Medal of Honor to U.S. Marine Major James Capers Jr. Today, President Trump will award the Medal of Honor to retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr. — our nation's highest military honor. Years ago, I came across a photo of Major Capers as a young Marine and was immediately…

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Press Release2026-06-18ImmigrationTaxesCrime & Justice
EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep. Proposes ICE Database to Track 'Worst Of The Worst'

EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep. Proposes ICE Database to Track 'Worst Of The Worst' As a father of four and grandfather to seventeen grandkids, nothing matters more to me than knowing my family, and families across this country, are SAFE. That’s why I introduced legislation to ensure ICE publicly reports…

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Press Release2026-06-18Taxes
Happy Flag Day

Happy Flag Day Happy Flag Day 🇺🇸 On June 14th, 1777, the Continental Congress first adopted the Stars and Stripes. One flag for one great nation. Fly it high today.

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Press Release2026-06-11Immigration
Proud to Receive an A+ from NumbersUSA

Proud to Receive an A+ from NumbersUSA The American people demanded border security. We listened. PROUD to receive an A+ from NumbersUSA and I'm ready to keep fighting!!

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Press Release2026-06-11
Disaster Assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration

Disaster Assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration South Carolina’s small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and many have been hit hard by the severe drought conditions that began earlier this year. I’m glad to see the U.S. Small Business Administration stepping up to provide…

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Press Release2026-06-08
Defend the Constitution & Fix FISA

Defend the Constitution & Fix FISA FISA expires in exactly four days. Congress has a choice: ✔️Defend the Constitution OR continue warrantless surveillance of Americans. End the spying. FIX FISA. ‼️

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Press Release2026-06-05TaxesForeign PolicyChina
Big Brother is watching, and Congress wants to keep it that way

Big Brother is watching, and Congress wants to keep it that way Americans would be outraged if the government could walk into their home, search through their personal papers, and leave without ever getting permission from a judge. Yet, something eerily similar is happening today. Federal agencies…

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Press Release2026-06-05
GET A WARRANT. REFORM FISA.

GET A WARRANT. REFORM FISA. GET A WARRANT. REFORM FISA. PROTECT THE FOURTH AMENDMENT.

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Press Release2026-06-03Agriculture
Proud to Support the FARM Bill

Proud to Support the FARM Bill Farmers in SC deserve SUPPORT for their tremendous work feeding America. That’s why I was proud to vote in favor of the FARM Bill!! 🌾

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Press Release2026-06-02
Daily Wire EXCLUSIVE on Merit Restoration Act

Daily Wire EXCLUSIVE on Merit Restoration Act 🚨 Daily Wire just dropped an EXCLUSIVE on my new legislation cracking down on DEI requirements in federal research funding. Taxpayer dollars should fund scientific excellence, not ideological activism. READ MORE:…

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Press Release2026-06-02
Today I Introduced the Merit Restoration Act

Today I Introduced the Merit Restoration Act Today, I introduced the Merit Restoration Act to stop DEI requirements and ideological tests from influencing taxpayer-funded research grants. Federal research funding should be awarded based on merit, innovation, and scientific excellence, not political…

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Press Release2026-06-02
SC National Guard Keeping D.C. Safe

SC National Guard Keeping D.C. Safe There is no greater pride than being an American. These South Carolina National Guard members are leaving their families and communities behind to answer the call of duty and help keep our nation's capital safe. Representing the VERY BEST of the USA. Praying for…

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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 Release2026-06-01Foreign PolicyChina
FIX FISA

FIX FISA American privacy is precious and COMPLETELY nonnegotiable. With FISA set to expire on June 12, Congress has a golden opportunity to protect Americans from government surveillance and finally enact meaningful reforms. We've seen what happens when Washington operates without accountability.…

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Press Release2026-06-01
Violence from protestors in New Jersey

Violence from protestors in New Jersey PAID protestors and VIOLENT agitators have shown up again, exposing their true colors. Democrats are losing their voter base!!

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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 Release2026-05-22
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 Release2026-05-22Housing
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 Release2026-05-21
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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