119th Congress
Gary J. Palmer
Representative, AL-6, Alabama
Party
- Republican
- Born
- May 14, 1954 (age 72)
- In Congress
- House since 2015
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 98%
- Missed Votes
- 2%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-4921
- Website
- palmer.house.gov
Committees
- Energy and Commerce
- Oversight and Government Reform
Who Is Gary J. Palmer?
Gary J. Palmer is a Republican representative from AL-6 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2015. Born May 14, 1954, Palmer is 72. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Palmer voted on 304 and missed 6. Palmer voted with the majority of their party 98% of the time. Palmer sponsored 16 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Gary J. Palmer Voted
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- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- YeaPROOF Act
- YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- NayDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Gary J. Palmer Sponsored
- CHARM Act (H.R. 9617, Passed the House)
- Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles". (H.J.Res. 211, In Committee)
- ZOMBIE Act (H.R. 8467, Passed the House)
- Air Permitting Improvements to Protect National Security Act of 2025 (H.R. 6373, Out of Committee)
- Lulu’s Law (H.R. 2076, Out of Committee)
- Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2026 (H.R. 7934, In Committee)
- Standard FEES Act (H.R. 1731, Out of Committee)
- Citizen Ballot Protection Act (H.R. 6102, In Committee)
- To extend the authority to carry out the Defense Production Act of 1950. (H.R. 4609, In Committee)
- SAMS Act of 2025 (H.R. 4370, In Committee)
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters". (H.J.Res. 20, Became Law)
- ALERT Act (H.R. 2953, In Committee)
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- Retirement Freedom Act (H.R. 2793, In Committee)
- New Health Options Act of 2025 (H.R. 1776, In Committee)
- 761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act (H.R. 1628, In Committee)
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)". (H.J.Res. 18, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Palmer spoke on the floor 20 times on 18 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, September 16, 2026, 1,045 wordsProviding for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Issued by the Environmental Protection Agency Relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor...
Pursuant to House Resolution 1530, I call up the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 213) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the ``California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision'', and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, September 15, 2026, 279 wordsCoordinating and Harnessing America's Recovery of Minerals Act
I thank the chairman of the full committee, Mr. Guthrie, for all of his help.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, September 1, 2026, 194 wordsRecognizing City of Homewood, Alabama
I rise today to recognize the city of Homewood, Alabama, as it celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, June 8, 2026, 215 wordsZeroing Out Monetary Benefits Improperly Expended Act
Every year, hardworking Americans dutifully pay their taxes to support Federal public programs and other priorities. Unfortunately, the Federal Government has too often squandered their money through mismanagement.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 20, 2026, 498 wordsLulu's Law
I rise today in support of S. 1003, Lulu's Law. This legislation is named after a courageous young woman from Mountain Brook, Alabama, Lulu Gribbin, who suffered serious injuries in a shark attack nearly 2 years ago, losing her left hand and part of her right leg.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 21, 2026, 1,517 wordsFire Improvement and Reforming Exceptional Events Act
Pursuant to House Resolution 1174, I call up the bill (H.R. 6387) to amend the Clean Air Act to require revisions to regulations governing the review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 20, 2026, 205 wordsHonoring Thomas Elred Bradford
I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Thomas Elred Bradford, a man who truly embodied servant leadership.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 15, 2026, 1,039 wordsForeign Emissions and Nonattainment Clarification for Economic Stability Act
Pursuant to House Resolution 1174, I call up the bill (H.R. 6409) to amend the Clean Air Act to clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of the United States, and for other purposes, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, April 15, 2026, 747 wordsReducing and Eliminating Duplicative Environmental Regulations Act
Pursuant to House Resolution 1174, I call up the bill (H.R. 6398) to amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, March 27, 2026, 387 wordsDefending American Property Abroad Act of 2026
I rise today in strong support of H.R. 7084, the Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026.
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- Providing for Consideration of S. 1383, Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025; Providing for Consideration of H.R. 2189, Law- Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act; Providing For... (House, February 11, 2026)
- Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act (House, February 11, 2026)
- In Remembrance of the Honorable Doug Lamalfa (House, January 8, 2026)
- Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025 (House, December 16, 2025)
- Tuskegee Airmen Moment of Silence (House, November 19, 2025)
- American Cargo for American Ships Act (House, June 9, 2025)
- Congratulating Vincent High School (House, June 5, 2025)
- Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury Relating to the Review of Applications Under The... (House, May 20, 2025)
- Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Submitted by the Department of Energy Relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-Fired... (House, February 27, 2025)
- Recognizing William Smith (House, February 11, 2025)
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Questions About Gary J. Palmer
Is Gary J. Palmer still in Congress?
Yes. Gary J. Palmer is serving as representative from AL-6 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Gary J. Palmer?
Gary J. Palmer is a Republican.
When is Gary J. Palmer up for reelection?
Palmer's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Gary J. Palmer?
Gary J. Palmer was born May 14, 1954 and is 72.
How often does Gary J. Palmer vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Palmer voted with the majority of their party 98% of the time.
What committees is Gary J. Palmer on?
House Committee on Energy and Commerce; House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.