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Congress Pulse

The living record of what Congress is saying, doing, and ignoring.

This dashboard tracks every floor speech from the Congressional Record and every press release from member websites — over 10,000 statements total. It reveals who talks the most, which topics dominate the conversation, who works across the aisle, who attacks, who stays silent, and who just issues press releases versus actually showing up on the floor. Use this to cut through the noise and see what your representatives are really doing with their time.

Latest Activity

August PflugerRTX-11Press2026-06-03
Pfluger, Colleagues Launch Bipartisan Congressional Free Enterprise Caucus

This press release from Representative August Pfluger (R-TX) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Pfluger, Colleagues Launch Bipartisan Congressional Free Enterprise Caucus".

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Deb FischerRNEPress2026-06-03
WALL STREET JOURNAL: The Market Has Spoken: E15 Is a Net Positive

This press release from Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "WALL STREET JOURNAL: The Market Has Spoken: E15 Is a Net Positive".

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Deb FischerRNEPress2026-06-03
Fischer, Senate Colleagues in Wall Street Journal: E15 Is a Net Positive

This press release from Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Fischer, Senate Colleagues in Wall Street Journal: E15 Is a Net Positive".

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John FettermanDPAPress2026-06-03
Fetterman Urges FinCEN Rulemaking for Antiquities Industry

This press release from Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Fetterman Urges FinCEN Rulemaking for Antiquities Industry".

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Pramila JayapalDWA-7Press2026-06-03
Jayapal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote

This press release from Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Jayapal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote".

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Elizabeth WarrenDMAPress2026-06-03
At Hearing, Secretary Bessent Defends President Trump’s Stock Trades, Dodges Warren’s Push For Investigation On Potential Insider Trading

This press release from Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "At Hearing, Secretary Bessent Defends President Trump’s Stock Trades, Dodges Warren’s Push For Inv".

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Hakeem S. JeffriesDNY-8Press2026-06-03
JOINT LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON SUCCESSFUL WAR POWERS RESOLUTION VOTE

This press release from Representative Hakeem S. Jeffries (D-NY) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "JOINT LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON SUCCESSFUL WAR POWERS RESOLUTION VOTE".

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Suzan K. DelBeneDWA-1Press2026-06-03
Trump Tries New Sham Effort to Reimpose Tariffs on Americans

This press release from Representative Suzan K. DelBene (D-WA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Trump Tries New Sham Effort to Reimpose Tariffs on Americans".

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Steve DainesRMTPress2026-06-03
Daines and Bessent in Senate Finance Committee: Working Families Tax Cuts Bringing Economic Growth, Jobs for American Workers and Families

This press release from Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Daines and Bessent in Senate Finance Committee: Working Families Tax Cuts Bringing Economic Growth, Jobs for American Wo".

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Steve DainesRMTPress2026-06-03
Daines Sends Letter to DOL Urging Support for American Workers and Retirees

This press release from Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Daines Sends Letter to DOL Urging Support for American Workers and Retirees".

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Zachary NunnRIA-3Press2026-06-03
👏 Meet an Iowa Hero

This press release from Representative Zachary Nunn (R-IA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "👏 Meet an Iowa Hero".

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Burgess OwensRUT-4Press2026-06-03
HEARING RECAP: Owens Hearing on Higher Education in the Age of AI

This press release from Representative Burgess Owens (R-UT) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "HEARING RECAP: Owens Hearing on Higher Education in the Age of AI".

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George WhitesidesDCA-27Press2026-06-03
Rep. George Whitesides Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition

This press release from Representative George Whitesides (D-CA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Rep. George Whitesides Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition".

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Robert MenendezDNJ-8Press2026-06-03
Menendez Leads NJ Democratic Members in Demanding Answers and Accountability For Inhumane Conditions and Systemic Medical Neglect at Delaney Hall

This press release from Representative Robert Menendez (D-NJ) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Menendez Leads NJ Democratic Members in Demanding Answers and Accountability For Inhumane Conditions and Systemic Medica".

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Kevin MullinDCA-15Press2026-06-03
Lawmakers Call for Investigation into Prediction Markets

This press release from Representative Kevin Mullin (D-CA) was published on 2026-06-03 and titled "Lawmakers Call for Investigation into Prediction Markets".

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Most Active Speakers

By total statements (floor speeches + press releases)

1.Richard J. DurbinD3802.Ron WydenD2083.John ThuneR1764.Peter WelchD1615.Elizabeth WarrenD1406.Jeff MerkleyD1337.Tammy DuckworthD1218.John BarrassoR1199.Jacky RosenD11510.Michael F. BennetD11311.Kimberlyn King-HindsR11312.Maria CantwellD9413.Gus M. BilirakisR9314.Kirsten E. GillibrandD9215.Patty MurrayD9116.Christopher H. SmithR7317.Martin HeinrichD7118.Zachary NunnR6919.Charles E. SchumerD6920.Rick ScottR67

Topics Dominating Congress

Mentions across all floor speeches and press releases

Taxes
4436
Environment
3399
Foreign Policy
3094
Trade
1964
Immigration
1472
Healthcare
1398
Infrastructure
1394
Defense
1317
Agriculture
1190
Veterans
1163
Crime & Justice
908
Housing
889
Labor
786
Economy
621
Education
481

Show Horses

High press output, low floor speeches

Vern BuchananR49 press / 0 floorDan CrenshawR19 press / 0 floorJulia BrownleyD19 press / 0 floorHarold RogersR22 press / 0 floorLizzie FletcherD19 press / 0 floorMike JohnsonR22 press / 0 floorMichael R. TurnerR20 press / 0 floorByron DonaldsR14 press / 0 floorJohn FettermanD27 press / 0 floorMatt Van EppsR15 press / 0 floor

Workhorses

Active on floor, low press operation

Martin HeinrichD71 floor / 0 pressCharles E. SchumerD69 floor / 0 pressAdam B. SchiffD65 floor / 0 pressAlex PadillaD63 floor / 0 pressTim KaineD53 floor / 0 pressBen Ray LujánD52 floor / 0 pressJames E. RischR49 floor / 0 pressMazie K. HironoD41 floor / 0 pressCory A. BookerD37 floor / 0 pressJack ReedD36 floor / 0 press

Working Across the Aisle

Members with the highest percentage of bipartisan-tone statements — those who talk about cooperation, compromise, and working together rather than attacking the other party.

Don BaconR72.2%Michael LawlerR70.3%Thomas MassieR66.7%Jimmy PanettaD62.5%Lori TrahanD61.5%Josh BrecheenR60.0%Tracey MannR60.0%David J. TaylorR57.9%Gregory W. MeeksD57.1%Randy FineR53.8%

Silent Members (5)

Current members with no floor speeches or press releases tracked

Alan ArmstrongOKWesley HuntTX-38John R. MoolenaarMI-2Aumua Amata Coleman RadewagenASDerrick Van OrdenWI-3

When Both Parties Agree

Recent votes where significant numbers of both Democrats and Republicans voted the same way. These are rarer than you might think.

House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended

D: 207Y / 0NR: 207Y / 0NTotal: 415-0
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree

D: 204Y / 0NR: 191Y / 13NTotal: 396-13
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended

D: 205Y / 0NR: 199Y / 4NTotal: 405-4
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended

D: 189Y / 16NR: 203Y / 0NTotal: 393-16
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

D: 203Y / 0NR: 197Y / 6NTotal: 401-6
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

D: 205Y / 0NR: 199Y / 5NTotal: 405-5
House2026-05-20Passed

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended

D: 204Y / 0NR: 200Y / 0NTotal: 405-0
House2026-05-15Passed

On Passage

D: 189Y / 15NR: 210Y / 0NTotal: 400-15

Quotable Moments

Hakeem S. JeffriesDurgent2026-06-02

“LEADER JEFFRIES: “THIS RECKLESS AND COSTLY WAR OF CHOICE NEEDS TO END TODAY” LEADER JEFFRIES: House Democrats remain focused on making life more affordable for the American people. Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one. Costs haven t gone down in the United States of America. Costs have…”

This press release from Representative Hakeem S. Jeffries (D-NY) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "LEADER JEFFRIES: “THIS RECKLESS AND COSTLY WAR OF CHOICE NEEDS TO END TODAY”".

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Yvette D. ClarkeDbipartisan2026-06-02

“CLARKE REINTRODUCES HISTORIC BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO BOOST MENOPAUSE RESEARCH, EXPAND TRAINING AND AWARENESS AROUND MENOPAUSE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke…”

This press release from Representative Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "CLARKE REINTRODUCES HISTORIC BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO BOOST MENOPAUSE RESEARCH, EXPAND TRAINING AND AWARENES".

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Peter WelchDbipartisan2026-06-02

“Welch Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Support Vermont’s Organic Farmers and Producers Legislation would make permanent the USDA grant program that helps organic food producers grow their businesses to meet rising market demand WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the…”

This press release from Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "Welch Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Support Vermont’s Organic Farmers and Producers".

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Jon OssoffDbipartisan2026-06-02

“Sen. Ossoff Working Across the Aisle to Strengthen Wildfire Response in Georgia Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is working across the aisle to strengthen wildfire response in Georgia. Sen. Ossoff is cosponsoring the bipartisan Wildfire Response and Preparedness Act to help ensure quick…”

This press release from Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "Sen. Ossoff Working Across the Aisle to Strengthen Wildfire Response in Georgia".

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Shontel M. BrownDurgent2026-06-02

“Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Tue, 06/02/2026 - 11:19 Summary Congresswoman Brown has introduced a Housing Agenda to…”

This press release from Representative Shontel M. Brown (D-OH) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda".

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Vern BuchananRbipartisan2026-06-02

“Buchanan, Thompson Lead Landmark Bill to Transform U.S. Cycling Industry The America Bikes Act Bolsters Safety, Increases Access to Bikes, Onshores Bike Manufacturing WASHINGTON — Co-Chairs of the Congressional Bike Caucus Congressmen Vern Buchanan and Mike Thompson (D-Calif.) announced the…”

This press release from Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL) was published on 2026-06-02 and titled "Buchanan, Thompson Lead Landmark Bill to Transform U.S. Cycling Industry".

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Julia BrownleyDurgent2026-06-01

“Brownley, Democratic Women’s Caucus Colleagues Urge DHS to Reinstate Protections for Immigrant Survivors Immediately Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC) member Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26), DWC Executive Steering Committee member Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), DWC member Congresswoman…”

This press release from Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) was published on 2026-06-01 and titled "Brownley, Democratic Women’s Caucus Colleagues Urge DHS to Reinstate Protections for Immigrant Survivors Immediate".

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Monica De La CruzRurgent2026-06-01

“De La Cruz Imposes Consequences for Mexico's Refusal to Comply with the 1944 Water Treaty WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Water Assurance and Treaty Enforcement for Rio Grande Farmers Act (WATER for Farmers Act). The legislation will impose tariffs on Mexico if…”

This press release from Representative Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) was published on 2026-06-01 and titled "De La Cruz Imposes Consequences for Mexico's Refusal to Comply with the 1944 Water Treaty".

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Partisan Attack Language

Charles E. SchumerDNY2026-06-01
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

On 2026-06-01, Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) delivered a floor speech titled "DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY" in the Senate.

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John ThuneRSD2026-06-01
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

On 2026-06-01, Senator John Thune (R-SD) delivered a floor speech titled "DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY" in the Senate.

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Abraham J. HamadehRAZ2026-05-26
Congressman Hamadeh Applauds Passage of Bill to Protect Children from Radical Indoctrination

This press release from Representative Abraham J. Hamadeh (R-AZ) was published on 2026-05-26 and titled "Congressman Hamadeh Applauds Passage of Bill to Protect Children from Radical Indoctrination".

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Charles E. SchumerDNY2026-05-21
RECONCILIATION

On 2026-05-21, Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) delivered a floor speech titled "RECONCILIATION" in the Senate.

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Chuck GrassleyRIA2026-05-21
RECONCILIATION

On 2026-05-21, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) delivered a floor speech titled "RECONCILIATION" in the Senate.

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John ThuneRSD2026-05-21
RECONCILIATION

On 2026-05-21, Senator John Thune (R-SD) delivered a floor speech titled "RECONCILIATION" in the Senate.

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John BarrassoRWY2026-05-20
TRUMP ADMINISTRATION

On 2026-05-20, Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) delivered a floor speech titled "TRUMP ADMINISTRATION" in the Senate.

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Charles E. SchumerDNY2026-05-20
TRUMP ADMINISTRATION

On 2026-05-20, Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) delivered a floor speech titled "TRUMP ADMINISTRATION" in the Senate.

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