119th Congress

Cory A. Booker

Senator, New Jersey

Party

Democrat

Born: April 27, 1969 (age 57)
In Congress: Senate since 2013
Term Ends: January 3, 2027
Votes With Party: 89%
Missed Votes: 5%
Office Phone: 202-224-3224
Website: booker.senate.gov

Committees

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
Foreign Relations
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Judiciary

Who Is Cory A. Booker?

Cory A. Booker is a Democratic senator from New Jersey in the 119th Congress. In Congress: Senate since 2013. Born April 27, 1969, Booker is 57. On the 96 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Booker voted on 91 and missed 5. Booker voted with the majority of their party 89% of the time. Booker sponsored 130 bills and resolutions this Congress.

How Cory A. Booker Voted

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Bills Cory A. Booker Sponsored

MILLER Act (S. 5680, In Committee)
NO SELF Act (S. 5679, In Committee)
NAMES Act (S. 5678, In Committee)
SOAR Act (S. 5631, In Committee)
John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2026 (S. 5627, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as "Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month". (S.Res. 910, Introduced)
Public Service Educational Assistance Act (S. 5566, In Committee)
Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026 (S. 5565, In Committee)
STOP Neglected Diseases of Poverty Act (S. 5564, In Committee)
Transit-Oriented Housing Development Act of 2026 (S. 5553, In Committee)
A resolution celebrating the 65th anniversary of the establishment of the Peace Corps, and commending its volunteers and contributions to global peace, friendship, and development. (S.Res. 872, Introduced)
Diversify Act (S. 5431, In Committee)

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South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2026 (S. 5430, In Committee)
Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2026 (S. 5410, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September 8, 2026, as "988 Day" and the role of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (S.Res. 853, Introduced)
FITNESS Act (S. 5376, In Committee)
Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act (S. 5365, In Committee)
Delaney Hall Closure Act (S. 5325, In Committee)
Momnibus Act (S. 5283, In Committee)
FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 (S. 5261, In Committee)
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 16 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Drive in Willingboro, New Jersey, as the "James A. Cotten Post Office". (S. 5149, In Committee)
Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act (S. 4443, Out of Committee)
A bill to name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Newton, New Jersey, as the "Anthony 'Tony' J. Gallopo VA Clinic". (S. 5100, In Committee)
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs. (S. 5099, In Committee)
Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act of 2025 (S. 3542, In Committee)
Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (S. 5022, In Committee)
Advanced Coursework Equity Act (S. 4988, In Committee)
REDACT Act (S. 4977, In Committee)
Green Ribbon Act of 2026 (S. 4914, In Committee)
MOMMIES Act (S. 4913, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease. (S.Res. 780, Introduced)
A resolution recognizing the contributions of Black people to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for Black students and designating June 2026 as "Black Music Month". (S.Res. 779, Introduced)
Governors’ Right to Inspect Act of 2026 (S. 4786, In Committee)
A 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 "Equal Credit Opportunity (Regulation B); Revocations or Unfavorable Changes to the Terms of Existing Credit Arrangements". (S.J.Res. 154, Failed in the Senate)
Firearm Safety Act of 2026 (S. 4454, In Committee)
CLEAN Mergers Act (S. 4434, In Committee)
Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 (S. 4403, In Committee)
Farmland for Farmers Act of 2026 (S. 4391, In Committee)
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people. (S.Res. 675, Introduced)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. (S.J.Res. 183, In Committee)
DOULA for VA Act of 2026 (S. 4225, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing the 205th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States. (S.Res. 661, Agreed To)
Fair Wages for Incarcerated Workers Act of 2026 (S. 4143, In Committee)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. (S.J.Res. 118, Failed in the Senate)
Sentencing Commission Improvements Act (S. 4136, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States. (S.Res. 646, Introduced)
A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to modify provisions relating to rural decentralized water systems grants. (S. 4096, In Committee)
Keep Your Pay Act (S. 4042, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 2026 as "Music in Our Schools Month". (S.Res. 628, Introduced)
GAAME Act of 2026 (S. 4018, In Committee)
African American History Act of 2026 (S. 3953, In Committee)
A resolution celebrating Black History Month. (S.Res. 615, Agreed To)
Supreme Court Ethics and Investigations Act (S. 3914, In Committee)
Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2026 (S. 3864, In Committee)
Office of Small Farms Establishment Act of 2026 (S. 3860, In Committee)
State Authority to Protect Civil Rights (S. 3824, In Committee)
AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 (S. 3809, In Committee)
Miranda’s Law (S. 3807, In Committee)
SECURES Act of 2026 (S. 3806, In Committee)
Under Color of Law Accountability Act (S. 3804, In Committee)
Right to Redress Act (S. 3803, In Committee)
The Federal Grant Neutrality Act (S. 3776, In Committee)
A resolution designating January 23, 2026, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day". (S.Res. 590, Introduced)
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act (S. 3702, In Committee)
FOCUS Act (S. 3699, In Committee)
FDA Modernization Act 3.0 (S. 355, Passed the Senate)
Fair Competition for Small Business Act of 2025 (S. 3548, In Committee)
Federal Firearm Licensing Act (S. 3544, In Committee)
Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025 (S. 3537, In Committee)
EQIP Improvement Act of 2025 (S. 3498, In Committee)
NOTICE Act (S. 3449, In Committee)
Zero Food Waste Act (S. 3443, In Committee)
PATHS to Tutor Act of 2025 (S. 3406, In Committee)
Freedom to Heal Act of 2025 (S. 3346, In Committee)
A resolution commemorating and supporting the goals of World AIDS Day. (S.Res. 522, Introduced)
In-Home CARE Act (S. 3271, In Committee)
Ending Forced Arbitration of Race Discrimination Act of 2025 (S. 3243, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of October 2025 as "World Menopause Awareness Month," and expressing the sense of the Senate regarding global awareness and access to care during the menopausal transition and post-menopause. (S.Res. 480, Introduced)
A bill to modify certain limitations and exclusions regarding defense articles and requirements regarding security assistance and sales with respect to the Republic of Cyprus. (S. 2018, Out of Committee)
Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act (S. 2949, In Committee)
New York-New Jersey Watershed Protection Act (S. 2926, In Committee)
SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025 (S. 2858, In Committee)
Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act (S. 2834, In Committee)
Reducing Obesity in Youth Act of 2025 (S. 2739, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem, expressing support for the designation of September 8, 2025, as "988 Day" and the role of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (S.Res. 376, Introduced)
West Bank Violence Prevention Act of 2025 (S. 2667, In Committee)
Access to Birth Control Act (S. 2302, In Committee)
Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025 (S. 2463, In Committee)
Scale-Up Manufacturing Investment Company Act of 2025 (S. 2411, In Committee)
Access to Fertility Treatment and Care Act (S. 2408, In Committee)
Pesticide Injury Accountability Act of 2025 (S. 2324, In Committee)
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2025 (S. 2275, In Committee)
Break the Cycle of Violence Act (S. 2203, In Committee)
Fair Calculations in Civil Damages Act of 2025 (S. 2190, In Committee)
Preventing Pretrial Gun Purchases Act (S. 2186, In Committee)
Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025 (S. 2149, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease. (S.Res. 292, Introduced)
A resolution recognizing the contributions of Black people to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for Black students and designating June 2025 as "Black Music Month". (S.Res. 273, Introduced)
A concurrent resolution urging the establishment of a United States Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation. (S.Con.Res. 14, In Committee)
Real Education and Access for Healthy Youth Act of 2025 (S. 1910, In Committee)
MARSHALS Act (S. 1873, In Committee)
Ending Administrative Garnishment Act of 2025 (S. 1764, In Committee)
RAISE Act of 2025 (S. 1697, In Committee)
Keep Finfish Free Act of 2025 (S. 1529, In Committee)
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people. (S.Res. 172, Introduced)
COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025 (S. 1486, In Committee)
PROSPECT Act (S. 1411, In Committee)
Ending PUSHOUT Act of 2025 (S. 1338, In Committee)
Honor Farmer Contracts Act of 2025 (S. 1172, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing the 204th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States. (S.Res. 141, Agreed To)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 2025 as "Music in Our Schools Month". (S.Res. 139, Introduced)
Quality Defense Act of 2025 (S. 1102, In Committee)
A resolution recognizing March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States. (S.Res. 128, Introduced)
Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act (S. 1024, In Committee)
A resolution calling on the United Nations Security Council to enforce the existing arms embargo on Darfur and extend it to cover all of Sudan. (S.Res. 126, Introduced)
A resolution recognizing the contributions of the Charles B. Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program, the Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program, the William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship, and the Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program in advancing the national security and the development and diplomacy efforts of the United States. (S.Res. 123, Introduced)
Do No Harm Act (S. 894, In Committee)
Combating International Islamophobia Act (S. 805, In Committee)
A resolution celebrating Black History Month. (S.Res. 99, Agreed To)
CROWN Act of 2025 (S. 751, In Committee)
Temporary Extension of Fentanyl-Related Substances Scheduling Act (S. 724, In Committee)
Sickle Cell Disease Comprehensive Care Act (S. 721, In Committee)
United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act (S. 498, In Committee)
A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis. (S.Res. 67, Introduced)
Students Helping Young Students Act of 2025 (S. 377, In Committee)
Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act of 2025 (S. 376, In Committee)
Transition-to-Success Mentoring Act (S. 375, In Committee)
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States. (S.Res. 33, Introduced)
A resolution designating January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day". (S.Res. 32, Introduced)
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act (S. 40, In Committee)

Floor Speeches

Booker spoke on the floor 44 times on 33 session days in the 119th Congress.

Senate, September 15, 2026, 1,578 wordsProtect College Sports Act (Executive Calendar)
I want to speak forcefully against the Protect College Sports Act. There are a handful of us--like my colleagues--who played college sports. I was a high school all-American Player of the Year for my State, on the same USA TODAY All-America team with people like Emmitt Smith, and got a full scholarship.
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Senate, August 6, 2026, 2,064 wordsRecognizing the 1960 University of Missouri Tigers Football Team
And I am going to try to get this order right. This is legislative session. I am going to give some remarks and then ask for a unanimous consent on a bill.
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Senate, August 4, 2026, 524 wordsAGOA Extension Act: Motion to Proceed: Continued
Reserving the right to object, look, my esteemed colleague from Wisconsin--I don't mean to use any onomatopoeia here, but he is howling about the gray wolves and seeking to pass legislation to remove Federal protections under the Endangered Species Act for gray wolves across the entire United States.
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Senate, July 30, 2026, 705 wordsAGOA Extension Act: Motion to Proceed
Before I begin my formal remarks, I just want to stand here and give a formal apology to John Merlino. I have for years maligned him. I have disrespected, disregarded him. You know how I operate sometimes. And I just want to say he is a man of honor. I have taken him off my list, and now he is on the good list.
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Senate, July 22, 2026, 1,712 wordsSudan
3 years. For 3 years, the people of Sudan have lived through an unimaginable nightmare and hell: 3 years of the worst raging war on our planet, 3 years of displacement, 3 years of starvation, 3 years of children growing up surrounded by violence instead of possibility.
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Senate, July 21, 2026, 1,847 wordsIran
I know I share this with 99 colleagues; that there is grief yet again hanging over the U.S. Senate and hanging over America because soldiers who have sworn an oath to our Constitution--who have sworn to serve and defend this Nation--have fallen.
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Senate, July 14, 2026, 2,196 wordsDemocracy
I think there are profound moments in the course of our 250 years when our Nation was at an inflection point, and I believe this is one of those inflection points where, as we look at the events in our Nation, we don't just ask the question ``What is happening?'' we have to ask the question ``Who are we becoming?''
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Senate, July 14, 2026, 1,131 wordsIran
I don't have written remarks for this, but I have been stunned that we here in this Nation are at war. We are unequivocally at war.
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Senate, June 18, 2026, 1,381 wordsFarm Bill (Executive Calendar)
I want to talk about a real crisis in America that we are not talking enough about. We have a farm crisis going on in the United States of America. It is facing our entire country. It is facing our rural areas, and it is facing some of the most noble Americans in our country who are part of a great tradition and a great heritage that is vital to all Americans.
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Senate, June 18, 2026, 5 wordsSenate Pages (Executive Calendar)That Day on the Floor Read in the Record ↗

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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... (Senate, May 13, 2026)
Amending Rule Xxxvii of the Standing Rules of the Senate to Prohibit Senators From Trading on Prediction Markets (Senate, April 30, 2026)
War Powers Resolution (Senate, April 30, 2026)
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026: Motion to Proceed (Senate, March 24, 2026)
Remembering Rev. Dr. Bernard Lafayette, Jr. (Senate, March 23, 2026)
Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act: Continued (Senate, March 18, 2026)
Directing the Removal of United States Armed Forces from Hostilities Within or Against the Islamic Republic of Iran That Have Not Been Authorized by Congress: Motion to Discharge (Senate, March 18, 2026)
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026: Motion to Proceed to the Motion to Reconsider (Senate, March 5, 2026)
Senate Pages (Senate, January 15, 2026)
Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 (Senate, January 14, 2026)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Senate, December 16, 2025)
Tribute to Andy Kim (Executive Session) (Senate, December 9, 2025)
Trump Administration: (Continued) (Senate, October 21, 2025)
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026: Motion to Proceed: Continued (Senate, October 15, 2025)
Unanimous Consent Requests (Senate, October 3, 2025)
Welcoming Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew (Senate, September 29, 2025)
Unanimous Consent Requests (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 29, 2025)
Chief Herbert D. Proffitt Act of 2025 (Senate, July 29, 2025)
Vote on Bove Nomination (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 29, 2025)
Judicial Nominations (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 23, 2025)
U.S. Government Accountability Office Legal Opinion (Senate, July 10, 2025)
H.R. 1 (Senate, June 28, 2025)
Alex Padilla (Senate, June 12, 2025)
Alex Padilla (Senate, June 12, 2025)
Alex Padilla (Senate, June 12, 2025)
Alex Padilla (Senate, June 12, 2025)
Amendment No. 1646 to Amendment No. 1717 (Senate, April 4, 2025)
Senate (Senate, March 31, 2025)
Trump Administration (Executive Calendar) (Senate, March 31, 2025)
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (Executive Calendar) (Senate, March 26, 2025)
Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Code, of the Rule Submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Relating to "Protection of Marine... (Senate, February 25, 2025)
Nomination of Russell Vought (Executive Calendar) (Senate, February 5, 2025)
Vote on Vought Nomination (Executive Calendar) (Senate, February 5, 2025)
Senate Pages (Executive Calendar) (Senate, January 23, 2025)

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Questions About Cory A. Booker

Is Cory A. Booker still in Congress?

Yes. Cory A. Booker is serving as senator from New Jersey in the 119th Congress.

What party is Cory A. Booker?

Cory A. Booker is a Democrat.

When is Cory A. Booker up for reelection?

Booker's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.

How old is Cory A. Booker?

Cory A. Booker was born April 27, 1969 and is 57.

How often does Cory A. Booker vote with their party?

On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Booker voted with the majority of their party 89% of the time.

What committees is Cory A. Booker on?

Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry; Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship; Senate Committee on the Judiciary.