Jeff Merkley
Democrat Senator, Oregon
104 bills485 cosponsored$5.2M raised915 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
Education
- “In 1979, he became the first person in his family to graduate from college.” source
Career
Public service
Family
- “Jeff and Mary have been married for over 30 years and have two children, Brynne and Jonathan.” source
Also stated
- “he returned to D.C. to work on some of the biggest policy issues of the time: nuclear disarmament and military spending” source
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Legislation
SJRES 221sponsor
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the agreement for civilian nuclear cooperation between the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pursuant to section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954.
Under authority of the order of the Senate of September 30, 2026, ordered read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
S 5624sponsor
A bill to provide a lump sum death gratuity payment for Federal wildland firefighters killed as a result of duty, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S 5669cosponsor
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat transfers of appreciated property to certain tax-exempt organizations the same as transfers of appreciated property to political organizations.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S 5647cosponsor
A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain river segments in the State of Oregon as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S 5606sponsor
A bill to authorize the adjustment to lawful permanent resident status for certain permanent residents of Hong Kong who were granted Deferred Enforced Departure.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S 5670sponsor
A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
S 5618cosponsor
A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an Inspector General for the judicial branch, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S 5607cosponsor
A bill to amend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 to restore the full 75-percent payment to counties from the Oregon and California land-grant fund, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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S 5608cosponsor
A bill to extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S 5614cosponsor
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to direct the Secretary of Education to issue guidance and recommendations for institutions of higher education on removing criminal and juvenile justice questions from their application for admissions process.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S 5673sponsor
A bill to restrict car manufacturers and other companies from selling consumer car-related data, to increase transparency regarding data practices, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S 5592sponsor
A bill to establish a loan program for first-time homebuyers, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S 5602sponsor
A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds for the planning and construction of any structure or monument at Memorial Circle at Columbia Island/ Lady Bird Johnson Park in the District of Columbia.
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 687.
S 5603sponsor
A bill to prohibit the demolition of Presidential memorials.
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 688.
SRES 923cosponsor
A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as "National 4-H Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5176)
SRES 920cosponsor
A resolution expressing concern about the growing problem of book banning, and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5175-5176)
SRES 919cosponsor
A resolution honoring the leadership of Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and recognizing his career as a public servant and the enduring value of the Smithsonian Institution to the people of the United States.
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S5174)
SRES 917cosponsor
A resolution expressing support for the designation of September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5138; text: CR S5172)
S 5575sponsor
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish criminal penalties for gratuities given to State and local public officials.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
SRES 911cosponsor
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2026, to October 3, 2026, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5073-5074)
Voting Record
255 yea653 nay7 missed
Confirmation: Keith Sonderling, of F.L., to be Secretary of Labor
Nomination Confirmed (47-41)
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Keith Sonderling to be Secretary of Labor
Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed to H.R. 9340
Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (57-43)
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed: H.R. 7008
Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (53-47)
Motion to Discharge S. Res. 852
Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-51)
Motion to Proceed to S.J. Res. 197
Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-51)
S. 4668, as amended
Bill Passed (77-22)
Booker Amdt. No. 6835
Amendment Rejected (47-52)
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Booker Amdt. No. 6805
Amendment Rejected (49-50)
Kennedy Amdt. No. 6760
Amendment Rejected (42-54)
Paul Amdt. No. 6758
Amendment Rejected (1-94)
Baldwin Amdt. No. 6828
Amendment Agreed to (96-1)
H. Con. Res. 89
Concurrent Resolution Rejected (49-50)
Motion to Invoke Cloture: S. 4668, as Amended
Cloture Motion Agreed to (74-25)
Amdt. No. 6776
Amendment Agreed to (77-23)
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The 2026 race · Class 2
Full raceFEC Form 2 filers for this seat. Filing is not ballot access, and this list does not establish who remains in the race.
- David Brock SmithRepublican$291K raised
- Jo Rae PerkinsRepublican$11K raised
- Jeffrey Alan MerkleyDemocratic· this member—
Source: Federal Election Commission. FEC filing fallback. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$5.2M
Small donors $1.2MLarge individual $2.8MPACs $550K
Spent $2.7MCash $6.8M
2024 cycle$1.5M
Small donors $303KLarge individual $699KPACs $41K
Spent $1.5MCash $4.3M
2022 cycle$1.8M
Small donors $1.0MLarge individual $758KPACs $14K
Spent $1.4MCash $4.2M
2020 cycle$6.4M
Small donors $2.2MLarge individual $3.4MPACs $601K
Spent $4.3MCash $3.8M
2018 cycle$3.8M
Small donors $2.4MLarge individual $1.3MPACs $60K
Spent $2.9MCash $1.7M
2016 cycle$1.2M
Small donors $670KLarge individual $300KPACs $94K
Spent $1.1MCash $713K
2014 cycle$9.6M
Small donors $3.2MLarge individual $4.6MPACs $1.4M
Spent $9.6MCash $632K
2012 cycle$1.2M
Small donors $372KLarge individual $442KPACs $184K
Spent $710KCash $544K
2010 cycle$1.2M
Small donors $94KLarge individual $361KPACs $650K
Spent $1.1MCash $67K
2008 cycle$6.5M
Small donors $1.4MLarge individual $3.8MPACs $708K
Spent $6.5MCash $11K
Top Contributors
PAULSON COLETTI$14K
CORSON & JOHNSON$14K
KAFOURY & MCDOUGAL$12K
INTEL$8K
OHSU$7K
DROPBOX$7K
PICKETT DUMMIGAN LLP$7K
MERITAGE GROUP LP$7K
TEACHING STRATEGIES, INC.$7K
SAPPHIRE HEALTH SERVICES$7K
Committees
Joint Committee on Printing
Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies
- Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
- Department of Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
- Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies
- Energy and Water Development
- State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
- Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight
- Clean Air, Climate, and Nuclear Innovation and Safety
- Transportation and Infrastructure
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
- Africa and Global Health Policy
- East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy
- Western Hemisphere, Transnational Crime, Civilian Security, Democracy, Human Rights, and Global Women's Issues
Senate Committee on Rules and Administration
Senate Committee on the Budget
ranking memberActivity Timeline
LegislationVotes
SJRES 221: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the agreement for civilian nuclear cooperation between the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pursuant to section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954.
sponsor2026-10-15
legislation
S 5624: A bill to provide a lump sum death gratuity payment for Federal wildland firefighters killed as a result of duty, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5669: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat transfers of appreciated property to certain tax-exempt organizations the same as transfers of appreciated property to political organizations.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5647: A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain river segments in the State of Oregon as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5606: A bill to authorize the adjustment to lawful permanent resident status for certain permanent residents of Hong Kong who were granted Deferred Enforced Departure.
sponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5670: A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5618: A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide an Inspector General for the judicial branch, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5607: A bill to amend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 to restore the full 75-percent payment to counties from the Oregon and California land-grant fund, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
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S 5608: A bill to extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5614: A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to direct the Secretary of Education to issue guidance and recommendations for institutions of higher education on removing criminal and juvenile justice questions from their application for admissions process.
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5673: A bill to restrict car manufacturers and other companies from selling consumer car-related data, to increase transparency regarding data practices, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-30
legislation
Confirmation: Keith Sonderling, of F.L., to be Secretary of Labor
nay2026-09-30
vote
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Keith Sonderling to be Secretary of Labor
nay2026-09-30
vote
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed to H.R. 9340
nay2026-09-30
vote
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed: H.R. 7008
nay2026-09-30
vote
S 5592: A bill to establish a loan program for first-time homebuyers, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-29
legislation
S 5602: A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds for the planning and construction of any structure or monument at Memorial Circle at Columbia Island/ Lady Bird Johnson Park in the District of Columbia.
sponsor2026-09-29
legislation
S 5603: A bill to prohibit the demolition of Presidential memorials.
sponsor2026-09-29
legislation
SRES 923: A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 4 through October 10, 2026, as "National 4-H Week".
cosponsor2026-09-29
legislation
SRES 920: A resolution expressing concern about the growing problem of book banning, and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.
cosponsor2026-09-29
legislation
SRES 919: A resolution honoring the leadership of Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution and recognizing his career as a public servant and the enduring value of the Smithsonian Institution to the people of the United States.
cosponsor2026-09-29
legislation
SRES 917: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.
cosponsor2026-09-29
legislation
S 5575: A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish criminal penalties for gratuities given to State and local public officials.
sponsor2026-09-29
legislation
Motion to Discharge S. Res. 852
yea2026-09-29
vote
Motion to Proceed to S.J. Res. 197
yea2026-09-29
vote
SRES 911: A resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2026, to October 3, 2026, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".
cosponsor2026-09-28
legislation
SRES 913: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Nancy Kassebaum, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas.
cosponsor2026-09-28
legislation
S 5568: A bill to provide grants to local educational agencies to help public schools reduce class size in the early elementary grades, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-28
legislation
S 5570: A bill to establish jobs programs for long-term unemployed workers, and for other purposes.
cosponsor2026-09-28
legislation
S. 4668, as amended
nay2026-09-28
vote
Service History
Senate2021-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
Senate2015-01-06, 2021-01-03Democrat
Senate2009-01-06, 2015-01-03Democrat
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