Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
Democrat Representative, District 2, Georgia
7 bills296 cosponsored$1.3M raised674 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
- “He is a resident of Albany, Georgia” source
Education
Military service
Career
- “from 1972 to 1996, where he was the primary partner in the law firm of Bishop and Buckner, P.C.” source
Public service
- “represented the Second Congressional District of Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1993” source
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Legislation
HRES 1626cosponsor
Supporting the designation of the week of October 18 through 24, 2026, as "National Chemistry Week".
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
HRES 1614cosponsor
Expressing support for the designation of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as "National 4-H Week".
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 10566cosponsor
To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to provide for additional disclosure requirements for certain communications, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
HR 10486cosponsor
To provide for the continuation of FEMA operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1546sponsor
Expressing support for the recognition of Nigerian Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 10476cosponsor
To require coverage of annual glaucoma screenings for certain individuals, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1538cosponsor
Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HJRES 216cosponsor
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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HR 10298cosponsor
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow certain payments made by public service employees to qualify for public service repayment, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HRES 1476cosponsor
Supporting the designation of the week of August 2 through August 8, 2026, as "National Farmers Market Week".
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
HR 9849cosponsor
To authorize Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1427cosponsor
Expressing support for the designation of July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HR 9473cosponsor
To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for or with the United States against the armed forces of Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater and became prisoners of war from December 8, 1941, to August 15, 1945.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 9416cosponsor
Ocmulgee Mounds National Park Redesignation Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
HRES 1380cosponsor
Commemorating 50 years of women at the service academies.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HR 9059cosponsor
To direct the Assistant Attorney General to award grants to the National Police Athletic/Activities League to improve academic and social outcomes for youth and reduce both juvenile crime and the risk that youth will become victims of crime by providing productive activities conducted by law enforcement personnel during non-school hours.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
HR 8925cosponsor
To require the Secretary of Defense to align the Job Corps program with the defense industrial base, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
HRES 1301cosponsor
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.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
HRES 1253cosponsor
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States, including their commitment to defending the Constitution and delivering essential services to United States citizens, and in doing so, supporting the United States economy, during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HRES 1206sponsor
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable David Scott.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Voting Record
309 yea349 nay14 missed2 present
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
Passed (262-159)
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
Passed (352-72)
PROOF Act
Passed (217-207)
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”
Passed (214-208)
Ratepayer Protection Act
Passed (417-3)
Water Resources Development Act
Passed (415-9)
Retire through Ownership Act
Passed (401-14)
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
Passed (232-147)
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Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-208)
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
Passed (214-211)
GUARD Act
Passed (414-7)
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
Passed (417-7)
Whistleblower Protection Act
Passed (424-0)
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
Passed (343-79)
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
Passed (408-17)
The 2026 race
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- Matt DayRepublican$218K raised
- Sanford BishopDemocratic· this member—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$1.3M
Small donors $24KLarge individual $411KPACs $860K
Spent $1.1MCash $389K
2024 cycle$1.9M
Small donors $52KLarge individual $642KPACs $1.2M
Spent $1.8MCash $183K
Top Contributors
AFLAC, INC.$17K
THE STONE LAW GROUP - TRIAL LAWYERS, L$14K
PHOEBE PUTNEY HOSPITAL$14K
AFLAC INC.$13K
AFLAC, INC.$12K
PHOEBE PUTNEY$11K
LOTUS LANDS$10K
JORDAN-BLANCHARD CAPITAL, LLC$9K
AEE PRODUCTIONS$9K
BROYDRICK AND ASSOCIATES$8K
Committees
House Committee on Appropriations
- Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies
- Financial Services and General Government
- Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HRES 1626: Supporting the designation of the week of October 18 through 24, 2026, as "National Chemistry Week".
cosponsor2026-10-15
legislation
HRES 1614: Expressing support for the designation of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as "National 4-H Week".
cosponsor2026-10-05
legislation
HR 10566: To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to provide for additional disclosure requirements for certain communications, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-24
legislation
HR 10486: To provide for the continuation of FEMA operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-17
legislation
HR 10476: To require coverage of annual glaucoma screenings for certain individuals, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-16
legislation
HRES 1546: Expressing support for the recognition of Nigerian Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the United States.
sponsor2026-09-16
legislation
An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposes
yea2026-09-16
vote
National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
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PROOF Act
nay2026-09-16
vote
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”
nay2026-09-16
vote
Ratepayer Protection Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Water Resources Development Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
Retire through Ownership Act
yea2026-09-16
vote
HRES 1538: Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".
cosponsor2026-09-15
legislation
HJRES 216: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
cosponsor2026-09-15
legislation
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
present2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334
nay2026-09-15
vote
GUARD Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Whistleblower Protection Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
yea2026-09-15
vote
Providing 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”
nay2026-09-15
vote
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-09-15
vote
National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act
yea2026-09-14
vote
HR 10298: To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow certain payments made by public service employees to qualify for public service repayment, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-04
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
nay2026-09-03
vote
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices
nay2026-09-02
vote
Service History
House, Dist. 22025-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22023-01-03, 2025-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22021-01-03, 2023-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22019-01-03, 2021-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22017-01-03, 2019-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22015-01-06, 2017-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22013-01-03, 2015-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22011-01-05, 2013-01-03Democrat
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House, Dist. 22009-01-06, 2011-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22007-01-04, 2009-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22005-01-04, 2007-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22003-01-07, 2005-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 22001-01-03, 2003-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 21999-01-06, 2001-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 21997-01-07, 1999-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 21995-01-04, 1997-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 21993-01-05, 1995-01-03Democrat
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