Lankford, James
In office since
2011 · 15 yrs
Chambers served
House & Senate
Born
1968, Dallas
Occupation
Politician, Director
Education
University of Texas at Austin · Lakeview Centennial High School · Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Office history
- United States representative 2011–2015
- United States representative 2011–2013
- United States representative 2013–2015
- United States senator 2015–2017
- United States senator 2017–2019
- United States senator 2019–2021
- United States senator 2021–2023
- United States senator 2023–present
Contact
Capitol office
731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
202-224-5754
District office · Oklahoma City
1015 N. Broadway Ave., Oklahoma City, OK, 73102
405-231-4941
District office · Tulsa
401 South Boston Ave., Tulsa, OK, 74103
918-581-7651
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69
Bills sponsored
this session · 215 all-time
315
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 316 all-time
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Enacted into law
counting…
899
Recorded votes
99%
Vote participation
voted in 99% of 899 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
119 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
99.6%
based on 270 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
0.4%
based on 270 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
99.6%
based on 270 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
215 billsCurrent session 69 bills
- S 3175 CIPZIP Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 1011 Belt and Road Oversight Act In Committee
- S 1010 CAMPUS Act In Committee
- S 1012 SOIL Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 962 Protecting Children Over Profits Act In Committee
- SRES 115 A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable David Lyle Boren, former Senator for the State of Oklahoma. Passed
- S 578 BEST Facilitation Act In Committee
- S 514 MERP Clarifications Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 471 No Deductions for Marijuana Businesses Act In Committee
- S 426 Ensuring Accountability and Dignity in Government Contracting Act of 2025 In Committee
- SRES 52 A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world. In Committee
- S 372 Investing in Community Resilience Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 373 Stopping Political Discrimination in Disaster Assistance Act In Committee
- S 374 Direct Property Acquisitions Act In Committee
- S 378 Expediting Hazard Mitigation Assistance Projects Act In Committee
- S 317 Charitable Act In Committee
- S 270 Natural Disaster Resilience and Recovery Accountability Act In Committee
- S 285 Fairness for Crime Victims Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 224 Promoting Domestic Energy Production Act In Committee
- S 187 ALIGN Act In Committee
- S 121 Recover Fraudulent COVID Funds Act In Committee
- S 81 Guidance Clarity Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 6 Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act In Committee
- S 82 Telework Reform Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 76 SMART Act of 2025 In Committee
Historical 146 bills
- S 207 Temporary Protected Status Reform and Integrity Act Died
- S 208 Public Health and Border Security Act of 2023 Died
- S 1133 Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2017 Died
- SRES 162 A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom, and for other purposes. Died
- S 135 Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2023 Died
- S 111 Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2023 Signed
- S 108 Guidance Clarity Act of 2023 Died
- S 2177 Taxpayers Right-To-Know Act Died
- S 2132 Promoting Security and Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act of 2019 Died
- S 2169 A bill to amend section 3116 of title 5, United States Code, to clarify the applicability of the appointment limitations for students appointed under the expedited hiring authority for post-secondary students. Died
- S 2115 A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to modify the period after retirement for authority of the Department of Defense to appoint retired members of the armed forces to positions within the Department after retirement. Died
- S 584 Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act Died
- S 579 Early Participation in Regulations Act of 2017 Died
- S 577 Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act of 2017 Died
- S 580 Truth in Regulations Act of 2017 Died
- S 578 BEST Act Died
- S 1877 Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2019 Died
- S 386 Judgment Fund Transparency and Terrorism Financing Prevention Act of 2017 Died
- S 1829 GREAT Act Died
- S 333 Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2017 Died
- S 317 Taxpayers Right-To-Know Act Died
- S 301 Conscience Protection Act of 2017 Died
- S 264 The Free Speech Fairness Act Died
- S 1430 Representative Payee Fraud Prevention Act of 2019 Died
- S 566 Charitable Act Died
Co-sponsored
316 billsCurrent session 315 bills
- SRES 770 A resolution designating June 6, 2026, as National Naloxone Awareness Day. Passed
- S 4873 Promoting Human Flourishing in Foreign Assistance Act In Committee
- S 4880 Dismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 4925 Stop the Sexualization of Children Act In Committee
- S 4944 American Energy and Mineral Infrastructure Act of 2026 In Committee
- SRES 787 A resolution celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. In Committee
- S 4952 Protecting American Taxpayers Act In Committee
- S 5025 Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 In Committee
- SRES 801 A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Lindsey Olin Graham, a Senator from the State of South Carolina. Passed
- S 5010 NO BOSS Act In Committee
- S 4384 Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 4419 A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to require only foreign entities to report beneficial ownership information, and for other purposes. In Committee
- SRES 703 A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States. Passed
- S 4427 Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 4477 Davis-Bacon Repeal Act In Committee
- SRES 723 A resolution honoring the life of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho. Passed
- SRES 724 A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States. Passed
- SRES 726 A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2026, as "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls". Passed
- SRES 711 A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2026 as "National Beef Month" to recognize the important role cattle play in the United States, and to consumers. Passed
- SRES 735 A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week". Passed
- S 4508 BLUE Act In Committee
- S 4539 Protecting Charitable Giving Act In Committee
- SRES 739 A resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for the State of California. Passed
- SRES 738 A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism. Passed
- S 4576 Jewish American Security Act In Committee
Voting record
Current session 17 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
HR 9340
Ratepayer Protection Act
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 9340 |
Yea | fail | September 30, 2026 |
|
HR 7008
Stop Insider Trading Act
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 7008 |
Yea | fail | September 30, 2026 |
|
SJRES 197
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 "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program".
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 197 |
Nay | fail | September 29, 2026 |
|
S 4668
Protect College Sports Act of 2026
On Passage of the Bill S. 4668 |
Yea | pass | September 28, 2026 |
|
HCONRES 89
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
On the Concurrent Resolution H.Con.Res. 89 |
Nay | fail | September 24, 2026 |
|
S 4668
Protect College Sports Act of 2026
On the Cloture Motion S. 4668 |
Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
|
S 4668
Protect College Sports Act of 2026
On the Motion to Proceed S. 4668 |
Yea | pass | September 17, 2026 |
|
S 4668
Protect College Sports Act of 2026
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed S. 4668 |
Yea | pass | September 15, 2026 |
|
HR 3633
Digital Asset Market Clarity Act
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 3633 |
Yea | fail | September 15, 2026 |
|
HR 6500
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
On Passage of the Bill H.R. 6500 |
Not Voting | pass | August 08, 2026 |
|
HR 5334
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
On Passage of the Bill H.R. 5334 |
Yea | pass | August 07, 2026 |
|
SJRES 187
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 187 |
Nay | fail | August 05, 2026 |
|
HR 6500
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 6500 |
Yea | pass | August 03, 2026 |
|
SJRES 181
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.
On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 181 |
Nay | fail | July 30, 2026 |
|
SJRES 199
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Restoring Flexibility in the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)".
On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 199 |
Nay | fail | July 30, 2026 |
|
HR 5334
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
On the Motion to Proceed H.R. 5334 |
Yea | pass | July 29, 2026 |
|
HR 5334
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed H.R. 5334 |
Yea | pass | July 28, 2026 |
Historical 33 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| On the Nomination PN1129 | Yea | pass | September 30, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN1129 | Yea | pass | September 30, 2026 |
| On the Motion to Discharge S.Res. 852 | Nay | fail | September 29, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6835 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Nay | fail | September 28, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6805 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Nay | fail | September 28, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6760 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Nay | fail | September 28, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6758 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Nay | fail | September 28, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6828 to S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Yea | pass | September 28, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Yea | pass | September 24, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN999-1 | Yea | pass | September 23, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion S.Amdt. 6776 to S. 4668 (No short title on file) | Yea | pass | September 22, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN999-1 | Yea | pass | September 22, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN999-4 | Yea | pass | September 17, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN999-4 | Yea | pass | September 17, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN1093-3 | Yea | pass | September 15, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN1093-3 | Yea | pass | September 14, 2026 |
| On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed S. 5271 | Yea | fail | August 08, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN1078 | Yea | pass | August 08, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN1078 | Yea | pass | August 08, 2026 |
| On the Motion to Table S.Amdt. 6747 to S.Amdt. 6732 to H.R. 6500 (No short title on file) | Not Voting | pass | August 08, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion S.Amdt. 6732 to H.R. 6500 (No short title on file) | Yea | pass | August 07, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN961-1 and PN937-5 and PN901-1 and PN730-38 and PN962-3 and PN931-6 and PN1022-25 and PN806-5 and PN1022-10 and PN1012 and PN931-5 and PN931-4 and PN937-2 and PN1022-22 and PN962-1 and PN961-4 and PN901-3 and PN806-7 and PN730-23 and PN1022-7 and PN1022-6 and PN961-3 and PN937-9 and PN937-8 and PN937-7 and PN1022-34 and PN1022-31 and PN1022-15 and PN1022-9 and PN1022-8 and PN1022-3 and PN961-9 and PN931-2 and PN1093-2 and PN1093-1 and PN1011 and PN961-2 and PN930-8 and PN930-6 and PN930-5 and PN930-1 and PN901-12 and PN901-2 and PN850 and PN787-2 and PN730-18 and PN730-2 and PN933 and PN852-3 and PN806-2 and PN961-7 and PN901-7 and PN901-6 and PN792 and PN786-10 and PN931-3 and PN730-59 and PN786-5 and PN937-1 and PN901-11 and PN859-5 and PN730-36 and PN901-5 and PN859-2 and PN859-1 and PN901-10 and PN852-11 and PN852-9 and PN859-6 and PN852-6 and PN852-5 and PN852-2 and PN806-9 and PN730-11 | Yea | pass | August 07, 2026 |
| On the Amendment S.Amdt. 6715 to S.Amdt. 6711 to H.R. 5334 (No short title on file) | Nay | fail | August 07, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN961-1 and PN937-5 and PN901-1 and PN730-38 and PN962-3 and PN931-6 and PN1022-25 and PN806-5 and PN1022-10 and PN1012 and PN931-5 and PN931-4 and PN937-2 and PN1022-22 and PN962-1 and PN961-4 and PN901-3 and PN806-7 and PN730-23 and PN1022-7 and PN1022-6 and PN961-3 and PN937-9 and PN937-8 and PN937-7 and PN1022-34 and PN1022-31 and PN1022-15 and PN1022-9 and PN1022-8 and PN1022-3 and PN961-9 and PN931-2 and PN1093-2 and PN1093-1 and PN1011 and PN961-2 and PN930-8 and PN930-6 and PN930-5 and PN930-1 and PN901-12 and PN901-2 and PN850 and PN787-2 and PN730-18 and PN730-2 and PN933 and PN852-3 and PN806-2 and PN961-7 and PN901-7 and PN901-6 and PN792 and PN786-10 and PN931-3 and PN730-59 and PN786-5 and PN937-1 and PN901-11 and PN859-5 and PN730-36 and PN901-5 and PN859-2 and PN859-1 and PN901-10 and PN852-11 and PN852-9 and PN859-6 and PN852-6 and PN852-5 and PN852-2 and PN806-9 and PN730-11 | Yea | pass | August 05, 2026 |
| On the Resolution S.Res. 817 | Yea | pass | July 30, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion S.Res. 817 | Yea | pass | July 29, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN932 | Yea | pass | August 05, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN932 | Yea | pass | August 05, 2026 |
| On the Nomination PN1092 | Yea | pass | July 28, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN1092 | Yea | pass | July 27, 2026 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN373 | Yea | pass | December 18, 2025 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN615-2 | Yea | pass | December 18, 2025 |
| On the Cloture Motion PN12-1 | Yea | pass | December 18, 2025 |
Career history 5 past roles
- Upper chamber Republican
- Upper chamber Republican
- Upper chamber Republican
- Upper chamber Republican
- Upper chamber Republican