Joe Courtney
Democrat Representative, District 2, Connecticut
9 bills150 cosponsored$760K raised655 votes recorded
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Public service
- “Before serving in the House of Representatives, Joe Courtney represented the citizens of Vernon in the Connecticut General Assembly from 1987 to 1994.” source
- “Congressman Courtney is the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces.” source
- “Congressman Joe Courtney was elected in 2006 to represent the Second Congressional District of Connecticut in the House of Representatives.” source
- “From 2018-2022, Courtney served as Chairman of the Subcommittee.” source
- “He serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.” source
- “then state-Rep. Courtney served as House Chairman for both the Public Health and Human Services Committees.” source
Family
- “He lives in Vernon with his wife, Audrey Courtney, and their two children, Bobby and Elizabeth.” source
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Legislation
HRES 1511cosponsor
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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 10257cosponsor
To require the United States Postal Service to designate ZIP Codes for certain communities.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HR 9974cosponsor
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include certain individuals who work on farms or ranches as individuals who are employed in public service jobs for purposes of eligibility for loan forgiveness under the Federal Direct Loan program.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 9941cosponsor
To protect and expand nationwide access to assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, Armed Services, Education and Workforce, 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.
HR 9735sponsor
To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to establish a grant program to enable law students to assist participants and beneficiaries in certain civil enforcement actions, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 9517cosponsor
To amend the Arms Export Control Act to modify a limitation relating to export and transfers of defense articles and services under the AUKUS partnership, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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 9226cosponsor
To direct restoration and protection efforts of the 5-State Connecticut River Watershed region, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.
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HR 9164cosponsor
To amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require the Secretary of Agriculture to make grants to eligible entities to acquire and install milk storage-related equipment for use in elementary schools and secondary schools, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HJRES 189cosponsor
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HCONRES 103cosponsor
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
HR 8925sponsor
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.
HR 8831cosponsor
To protect our democracy by preventing abuses of Presidential power, restoring checks and balances and accountability and transparency in government, and defending elections against foreign interference, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, House Administration, the Budget, Transportation and Infrastructure, Rules, Foreign Affairs, Ways and Means, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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 1278cosponsor
Reaffirming congressional support for the Taiwan Relations Act and longstanding bipartisan Taiwan policy.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
HR 8765cosponsor
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to require reports on primary care spending under Federal health care programs and to establish a working group on primary care.
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 1209sponsor
Recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more, broadly sustaining and advancing the Nation's economic prosperity.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
HJRES 155sponsor
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program".
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
HR 8200cosponsor
Interstate Ferry Fairness Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
HR 8175cosponsor
To amend title 10, United States Code, and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1994, to codify and clarify gender neutral standards for members of certain Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
HR 8194cosponsor
Agent Orange Service Medal Act
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Voting Record
279 yea342 nay32 missed2 present
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
Passed (237-169)
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
Failed (212-206)
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
Passed (218-201)
AGOA Extension Act
Passed (370-48)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (212-205)
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
Passed (210-208)
Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
Passed (220-192)
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Failed (202-212)
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To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
Passed (219-196)
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
Passed (413-2)
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
Passed (376-8)
Local Access to Courts Act
Passed (378-10)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
Passed (214-208)
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
Passed (232-188)
H R 8800
Agreed to (221-210)
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.
- Joseph CourtneyDemocratic· this member$760K raised
- Mike FranceRepublican$71K raised
- Kyle GauckDemocratic$23K raised
- George Patrick AustinRepublican—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$760K
Small donors $94KLarge individual $229KPACs $433K
Spent $508KCash $603K
2024 cycle$1.3M
Small donors $160KLarge individual $443KPACs $651K
Spent $1.1MCash $351K
2022 cycle$2.0M
Small donors $191KLarge individual $731KPACs $1.0M
Spent $2.5MCash $172K
2020 cycle$968K
Small donors $98KLarge individual $265KPACs $587K
Spent $1.0MCash $716K
2018 cycle$1.2M
Small donors $108KLarge individual $383KPACs $646K
Spent $1.0MCash $750K
2016 cycle$1.2M
Small donors $111KLarge individual $361KPACs $719K
Spent $1.2MCash $623K
2014 cycle$1.4M
Small donors $125KLarge individual $458KPACs $807K
Spent $1.1MCash $575K
Committees
House Committee on Armed Services
- Seapower and Projection Forces
- Tactical Air and Land Forces
House Committee on Education and Workforce
- Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions
- Higher Education and Workforce Development
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
HRES 1511: Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
HR 10257: To require the United States Postal Service to designate ZIP Codes for certain communities.
cosponsor2026-09-03
legislation
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
yea2026-09-03
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
Protecting Domestic Mining Act
nay2026-09-02
vote
AGOA Extension Act
yea2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules
nay2026-09-01
vote
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Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes
nay2026-09-01
vote
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
yea2026-09-01
vote
To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective
nay2026-09-01
vote
In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck Edwards
yea2026-09-01
vote
Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
Local Access to Courts Act
yea2026-08-31
vote
HR 9974: To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include certain individuals who work on farms or ranches as individuals who are employed in public service jobs for purposes of eligibility for loan forgiveness under the Federal Direct Loan program.
cosponsor2026-07-27
legislation
HR 9941: To protect and expand nationwide access to assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.
cosponsor2026-07-23
legislation
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran
yea2026-07-23
vote
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
nay2026-07-23
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
H R 8800
nay2026-07-22
vote
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
yea2026-07-22
vote
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
nay2026-07-22
vote
Stop Insider Trading Act
yea2026-07-22
vote
Stop Insider Trading Act
nay2026-07-22
vote
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
nay2026-07-22
vote
Value Over Cost Act
yea2026-07-21
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
nay2026-07-21
vote
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
nay2026-07-21
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
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