Boozman, John
In office since
2001 · 25 yrs
Chambers served
House & Senate
Born
1950, Shreveport
Occupation
Politician, Rancher, Business Executive, Optometrist
Education
University of Arkansas · Northside High School · Southern College of Optometry
Office history
- United States representative 2001–2011
- United States representative 2001–2003
- United States representative 2003–2005
- United States representative 2005–2007
- United States representative 2007–2009
- United States representative 2009–2011
- United States senator 2011–2013
- United States senator 2013–2015
- United States senator 2015–2017
- board member 2015–2029
- United States senator 2017–2019
- United States senator 2019–2021
- United States senator 2021–2023
- United States senator 2023–present
- senator
- member
Contact
Capitol office
555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
202-224-4843
District office · El Dorado
106 W. Main St., El Dorado, AR, 71730
870-863-4641
District office · Fort Smith
1120 Garrison Ave., Fort Smith, AR, 72901
479-573-0189
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20
Bills sponsored
this session · 95 all-time
244
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 258 all-time
0
Enacted into law
this session · 9 all-time
899
Recorded votes
98%
Vote participation
voted in 98% of 899 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
119 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
99.3%
based on 271 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
0.7%
based on 271 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
100%
based on 271 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
95 billsCurrent session 20 bills
- SRES 131 A resolution designating the third week of March 2025 as "National CACFP Week". Passed
- SRES 57 An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. In Committee
- S 297 PSA Screening for HIM Act In Committee
- S 3095 An original bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a parcel of property of the Forest Service to Perry County, Arkansas, and for other purposes. In Committee
- S 3015 AWRC Act of 2025 In Committee
- SRES 434 A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week". Passed
- S 2896 STARS Act In Committee
- S 2439 Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 2309 Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act In Committee
- S 1918 Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025 In Committee
- SRES 225 A resolution designating the week of September 14 through September 20, 2025, as "National Truck Driver Appreciation Week". Passed
- S 1371 S-CAP Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 4624 Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act of 2026 In Committee
- SRES 656 A resolution designating the third week of March 2026 as "National CACFP Week". Passed
- S 4064 Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act In Committee
- S 3967 FLOWS Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 3898 Gerald’s Law Reauthorization Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 3755 Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act In Committee
- S 3572 Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025 In Committee
- S 5017 More Paid Leave for More Americans Act In Committee
Historical 75 bills
- S 55 VACANT Act Died
- SRES 130 A resolution expressing gratitude and appreciation for the entry of the United States into World War I. Died
- S 769 Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act of 2017 Died
- S 732 Access Technology Affordability Act of 2017 Died
- S 2096 A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize States and tribal organizations that receive grants from the National Cemetery Administration for establishment, expansion, or improvement of a veterans' cemeteries to use amounts of such grants for State and tribal organization cemetery personnel to train at the training center of the National Cemetery Administration, and for other purposes. Died
- SJRES 36 A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Roger W. Ferguson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Signed
- SJRES 35 A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Michael Govan as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Signed
- S 2073 A bill to address fees erroneously collected by Department of Veterans Affairs for housing loans, and for other purposes. Died
- S 529 APPROVAL Act Died
- S 524 Timber Revitalization and Economic Enhancement Act of 2017 Died
- S 1918 Hunger-Free Summer for Kids Act of 2019 Died
- S 1906 Improve Well-Being for Veterans Act Died
- S 313 Children's Consignment Event Recognition Act of 2017 Died
- S 1544 Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act of 2019 Died
- SRES 211 A resolution recognizing the Aviation Cadet Museum in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, as "America's National Aviation Cadet Museum". Died
- S 1381 A bill to modify the presumption of service connection for veterans who were exposed to herbicide agents while serving in the Armed Forces in Thailand during the Vietnam era, and for other purposes. Died
- S 391 Protect Farmers from the SEC Act Died
- SJRES 1 A joint resolution approving the location of a memorial to commemorate and honor the members of the Armed Forces who served on active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm or Operation Desert Shield. Signed
- S 1152 A bill to provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain parcels of Federal land in Arlington, Virginia, and for other purposes. Died
- SRES 135 A resolution expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and valor by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending those individuals for leadership and bravery in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II. Died
- S 986 A bill to release to the State of Arkansas a reversionary interest in Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Died
- S 902 VA Hiring Enhancement Act Died
- SRES 121 A resolution congratulating Israel and Egypt on the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty. Died
- S 815 Access Technology Affordability Act of 2019 Died
- SRES 112 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States condemns all forms of violence against children globally and recognizes the harmful impacts of violence against children. Died
Co-sponsored
258 billsCurrent session 244 bills
- S 4801 Duty Status Reform Act In Committee
- S 4812 FIRE SMART Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 4933 Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal 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 4395 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026 In Committee
- SRES 694 A resolution designating April 2026 as "Financial Literacy Month". Passed
- SRES 691 A resolution supporting the designation of April 2026 as the "Month of the Military Child". In Committee
- SRES 697 A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship. Passed
- 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
- SRES 705 A resolution commending the "Donut Dollies" for their patriotic service and steadfast support of United States servicemembers in combat and honoring their extraordinary contributions to the morale and well-being of United States servicemembers during wartime. Passed
- SRES 723 A resolution honoring the life of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho. Passed
- S 4487 Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026 In Committee
- S 4528 IGNITE HBCU Excellence 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 750 A resolution recognizing "National Public Works Week" and the contributions of public works professionals. Passed
- SRES 755 A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for the State of Michigan. Passed
- SRES 727 A resolution supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness. Passed
- SRES 758 A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day". Passed
- S 4744 Take Care of America’s Veterans Act In Committee
- S 44 A bill to direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the United States Capitol. In Committee
- S 65 Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2025 In Committee
- SRES 19 A resolution honoring the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter and commending President Jimmy Carter for his life-long career of public service, humanitarian leadership, diplomacy, and courageous advocacy. Passed
- S 83 Thin Blue Line Act In Committee
- S 100 Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act In Committee
Historical 14 bills
- S 16 Protecting Life on College Campus Act of 2023 Died
- SRES 45 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the current influx of migrants is causing a crisis at the southern border. Died
- S 692 Water Infrastructure Flexibility Act Died
- S 348 Asylum Abuse Reduction Act Died
- S 127 Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2023 Died
- SCONRES 13 A concurrent resolution calling upon the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the abiding importance of the Helsinki Final Act and its relevance to the national security of the United States. Died
- S 1727 Partnership Fund for Peace Act of 2019 Died
- SCONRES 6 A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act. Died
- S 916 Ensuring Patient Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatments Act of 2018 Died
- S 681 Deborah Sampson Act Died
- S 464 Safe Step Act Died
- S 3249 Motorcyclist Advisory Council Reauthorization Act Died
- S 12 Hire More Heroes Act of 2015 Died
- SRES 19 A resolution relative to the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Died
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 |
Yea | 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