Gary C. Peters
Democrat Senator, Michigan
59 bills191 cosponsored$303K raised915 votes recorded
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Official biography
Congressional sourceRoots
- “Gary was born in Pontiac, Michigan” source
Education
- “a law degree (J.D.) from Wayne State University Law School” source
- “After graduating from Rochester High School” source
- “an M.A. in Philosophy from Michigan State University” source
- “an M.A. in political science from Wayne State University” source
- “an M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Detroit Mercy” source
- “attended Alma College, where he earned a B.A. in Political Science” source
Career
- “worked in the private sector for over 20 years as both a financial advisor and in a variety of management positions” source
Public service
Family
- “Gary and his wife, Colleen, live in Oakland County and have three children” source
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Legislation
S 5648sponsor
A bill to direct agencies to be transparent when using automated and augmented systems to interact with the public or make critical decisions, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
SRES 946cosponsor
A resolution designating September 30, 2026, as "National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5272-5273)
SRES 944cosponsor
A resolution designating September 2026 as "School Bus Safety Month".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5271-5272)
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 914cosponsor
A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2026, as "LDL-C Awareness Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5123; text: CR S5075)
SRES 913cosponsor
A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Nancy Kassebaum, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5064-5065; text: CR S5074-5075)
SRES 899cosponsor
A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month".
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5006)
S 5555sponsor
A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to initiate interim remedial actions with respect to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances at certain installations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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SRES 897cosponsor
A resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the Honorable Jon Llewellyn Kyl, former Senator for the State of Arizona.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4958; text: CR S4951-4952)
SRES 895cosponsor
A resolution designating the week of October 4, 2026, through October 10, 2026, as "National Community Policing Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4958; text: CR S4951)
SRES 870cosponsor
A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882; text: CR S4861-4862)
S 5450sponsor
A bill to adjust the rail safety inspections General Schedule classification, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S 5407cosponsor
A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to include roundabouts as eligible projects under the surface transportation block grant program, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
SRES 856cosponsor
A resolution supporting the designation of September 19, 2026, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day", recognizing tens of thousands of families in the United States that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4759)
SRES 853cosponsor
A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September 8, 2026, as "988 Day" and the role of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4737)
S 5390cosponsor
A bill to terminate and refund certain duties imposed by the President, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S4673-4674)
SRES 849sponsor
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 11 through September 17, 2026, as "Patriot Week".
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4690)
SRES 837cosponsor
A resolution designating the week of August 22 through August 30, 2026, as "National Park Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
S 5283cosponsor
A bill to end preventable maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities in the United States, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S 5300cosponsor
A bill to ensure the transparency and integrity of casualty accounting and benefits and awards for military and civilian personnel during military operations, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Voting Record
310 yea586 nay19 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 raceCandidates verified against the state election authority's current ballot records.
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- Lydia ChristensenLibertarian· general ballot$7K raised
- Douglas P. MarshGreen· general ballot—
- Mike RogersRepublican· general ballot—
- Tim LongUs taxpayers· general ballot—
- Walter P. KristyNatural law· general ballot—
Source: Michigan Department of State, Bureau of Elections. State-authority record. Synced daily.
Campaign Finance
2026 cycle$303K
Small donors $5KLarge individual $13KPACs $10K
Spent $872KCash $6.6M
2024 cycle$3.2M
Small donors $712KLarge individual $1.5MPACs $881K
Spent $1.2MCash $7.1M
2022 cycle$4.3M
Small donors $1.5MLarge individual $1.7MPACs $558K
Spent $1.1MCash $5.1M
2020 cycle$50.1M
Small donors $17.9MLarge individual $27.5MPACs $3.1M
Spent $49.8MCash $1.8M
2018 cycle$1.4M
Small donors $246KLarge individual $672KPACs $494K
Spent $613KCash $1.5M
2016 cycle$910K
Small donors $49KLarge individual $345KPACs $505K
Spent $432KCash $673K
2014 cycle$10.0M
Small donors $1.6MLarge individual $6.0MPACs $2.2M
Spent $10.3MCash $222K
Top Contributors
THE ROOSEVELT GROUP$22K
DTE ENERGY$15K
SPACEX$11K
ANDREESSEN HOROWITZ$10K
NYMAN TURKISH PC$10K
ROCKET CENTRAL$10K
MINDSET$9K
WINGED KEEL GROUP$9K
ALIX PARTNERS$8K
PRESIDENT$1K
Committees
Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies
- Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
- Department of Homeland Security
- Energy and Water Development
- Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies
Senate Committee on Armed Services
- Airland
- Cybersecurity
- Emerging Threats and Capabilities
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries
- Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness
- Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety
- Telecommunications and Media
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
ranking member- Border Management, Federal Workforce, and Regulatory Affairs
- Disaster Management, District of Columbia, and Census
- Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
Activity Timeline
LegislationVotes
SRES 944: A resolution designating September 2026 as "School Bus Safety Month".
cosponsor2026-09-30
legislation
S 5648: A bill to direct agencies to be transparent when using automated and augmented systems to interact with the public or make critical decisions, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-30
legislation
SRES 946: A resolution designating September 30, 2026, as "National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day".
cosponsor2026-09-30
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
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
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Motion to Discharge S. Res. 852
yea2026-09-29
vote
Motion to Proceed to S.J. Res. 197
yea2026-09-29
vote
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
SRES 914: A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2026, as "LDL-C Awareness Day".
cosponsor2026-09-28
legislation
S. 4668, as amended
yea2026-09-28
vote
Booker Amdt. No. 6835
yea2026-09-28
vote
Booker Amdt. No. 6805
yea2026-09-28
vote
Kennedy Amdt. No. 6760
yea2026-09-28
vote
Paul Amdt. No. 6758
nay2026-09-28
vote
Baldwin Amdt. No. 6828
yea2026-09-28
vote
S 5555: A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to initiate interim remedial actions with respect to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances at certain installations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-24
legislation
SRES 899: A resolution recognizing suicide as a serious public health problem and expressing support for the designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month".
cosponsor2026-09-24
legislation
H. Con. Res. 89
yea2026-09-24
vote
Motion to Invoke Cloture: S. 4668, as Amended
yea2026-09-24
vote
Amdt. No. 6776
yea2026-09-24
vote
SRES 897: A resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the Honorable Jon Llewellyn Kyl, former Senator for the State of Arizona.
cosponsor2026-09-23
legislation
SRES 895: A resolution designating the week of October 4, 2026, through October 10, 2026, as "National Community Policing Week".
cosponsor2026-09-23
legislation
Confirmation: Angela Veronica Colmenero, of T.X., to be U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Texas
nay2026-09-23
vote
S 5450: A bill to adjust the rail safety inspections General Schedule classification, and for other purposes.
sponsor2026-09-22
legislation
SRES 870: A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
cosponsor2026-09-22
legislation
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Cruz Amdt. No. 6776
yea2026-09-22
vote
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Angela Veronica Colmenero to be U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Texas
nay2026-09-22
vote
Service History
Senate2021-01-03, 2027-01-03Democrat
Senate2015-01-06, 2021-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 142013-01-03, 2015-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 92011-01-05, 2013-01-03Democrat
House, Dist. 92009-01-06, 2011-01-03Democrat
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