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D United States Senate · Maryland

Sen. Chris Van Hollen

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Total votes
1,044
all sessions
Attendance
99%
12 missed
Near the chamber average
With party
96%
of cast votes
Near the chamber average
Bipartisan score
2%
crosses aisle rarely
Near the chamber average
Sponsored
2,174
bills & resolutions
Higher than 94% of chamber peers
Committees
15
assignments
2,174 bills and resolutions

Sponsored bills

Total
2,174
Primary
187
Co-sponsor
1,987
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Primary S 3371
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor
National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the Museum of the Blind People’s Movement in Baltimore, Maryland (operated by the National Federation of the Blind), as the National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement. It officially recognizes this existing museum - the first owned and operated by blind Americans - as a national institution highlighting the history, struggles, and contributions of blind individuals and the disability rights movement. The museum preserves artifacts, documents, and literature documenting the blind-led movement since 1940, including the National Federation of the Blind’s role in advancing accessibility and civil rights. The bill does not create new programs but formally elevates this existing collection and its mission to educate the public about blind Americans’ societal contributions.

In committee Jul 21, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor SRES 806
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
A resolution designating July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month".

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates July 2026 as "Plastic Pollution Action Month" to raise awareness about the environmental and health risks associated with plastic waste. The bill recognizes that plastic pollution harms marine life and human health, citing statistics on ocean contamination and the presence of microplastics in the human body. It encourages all individuals in the United States to participate in activities aimed at reducing plastic use and cleaning up litter during the designated month. The measure does not create new laws or regulations but serves to highlight the issue and promote voluntary action.

In committee Jul 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SRES 801
Passed · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Lindsey Olin Graham, a Senator from the State of South Carolina.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Olin Graham from South Carolina. It formally acknowledges his extensive career in the military, state government, and Congress, noting his service as a Senator and his roles as Chairman of the Judiciary and Budget committees. The Senate expresses its sorrow over his death and requests that this tribute be shared with the House of Representatives and Graham's family.

Passed Jul 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor S 5025
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a comprehensive sanctions framework targeting the Russian government and its affiliated entities in response to ongoing military actions. It authorizes the President to block assets, revoke visas, and prohibit financial transactions for Russian officials, military leaders, and foreign persons supporting Russia's defense industry or undermining Ukraine. The legislation also bans U.S. investments in Russian energy sectors, prohibits the purchase of Russian sovereign debt, and imposes high tariffs on Russian imports while restricting crude oil purchases by specific foreign nations. Additionally, the bill prevents Russian companies from listing on U.S. stock exchanges and includes mechanisms for terminating sanctions only if Russia signs a peace agreement accepted by Ukraine and ceases hostilities.

In committee Jul 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Primary S 5019
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor
Disclosure of Tax Havens and Offshoring Act

Maddy summaryThe Disclosure of Tax Havens and Offshoring Act requires large multinational companies to publicly report their financial performance in every country where they operate. Specifically, it mandates that these firms submit detailed reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission showing revenues, profits, taxes paid, and employee counts for each jurisdiction. The law also requires this data to be provided in a machine-readable format and made available online for public access. Companies must follow specific rules for defining which entities and locations are included in these reports, with the Commission expected to issue final regulations within a year of the bill's enactment.

In committee Jul 16, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor S 5011
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
Curtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) Act

Maddy summaryThe Curtailing Executive Overcompensation (CEO) Act imposes a new excise tax on large companies where the highest-paid CEO earns significantly more than the median worker. This tax applies to employers with over $100 million in annual revenue and over $10 million in wages, charging a fee equal to the lesser of 1% of the pay gap or 1% of the company's gross receipts. The law defines the pay gap as the difference between the CEO's average compensation and 50 times the median wage of all employees earning at least $5,000, with thresholds adjusted for inflation after 2027. Companies found to be manipulating their workforce to avoid the tax could face joint liability, and the IRS will issue regulations to prevent such avoidance.

In committee Jul 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SJRES 198
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model".

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution seeks to officially disapprove a specific rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the implementation of prior authorization for certain Medicare services. The proposed action would prevent the rule, known as the WISeR Model, from taking effect, thereby stopping the new requirements from being enforced. If passed, the resolution would nullify the regulation and maintain the status quo for the affected healthcare services.

In committee Jul 16, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor S 4999
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
Luxury JET Act

Maddy summaryThe Luxury JET Act prohibits the use of a luxury aircraft donated by the Government of Qatar for the personal benefit of any President, their family members, or associates, even after their term ends. It also mandates that the Government Accountability Office conduct a detailed review of the aircraft donation to analyze potential conflicts of interest, the full cost to taxpayers, and the legality of accepting the gift under the Foreign Emoluments Clause. The report from this review must be submitted to congressional defense committees within 90 days and should include recommendations to improve laws regarding foreign gifts and prevent the misuse of taxpayer funds.

In committee Jul 15, 2026 1 co-sponsor
Primary S 4989
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Lead sponsor
Saving Lives and Reducing Health Care Waste by Improving Diagnosis in Medicine Act

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a comprehensive federal program to reduce medical errors and waste caused by misdiagnoses by funding research, developing new tools, and training healthcare professionals. It creates a new interagency council and research centers to study diagnostic failures, while also setting up a safe, voluntary reporting system for patients to share their experiences without fear of legal repercussions. The legislation authorizes funding over several years to support these initiatives, standardize medical data for better analysis, and ensure that patient perspectives are central to improving how diagnoses are made and managed across the healthcare system.

In committee Jul 15, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor S 4988
In committee · Rhode Island Senate · Co-sponsor
Advanced Coursework Equity Act

Maddy summaryThe Advanced Coursework Equity Act creates a federal grant program to help under-resourced schools increase access to advanced classes like Advanced Placement and gifted programs for students from historically underrepresented groups. To achieve this, the bill requires schools to use objective testing methods, such as universal screening, rather than relying solely on teacher recommendations to determine which students qualify for these courses. Funding is distributed to states, local school districts, and nonprofit organizations to support training for educators, expand course capacity, and provide tutoring, with a specific focus on improving outcomes in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The legislation mandates that recipients set specific enrollment goals for different student subgroups and report their progress to the Department of Education, while also offering bonus payments to those who make the most significant improvements in equity.

In committee Jul 15, 2026 1 co-sponsor
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