110th Congressional Records of McCain and Obama.

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steven787 on 26 September 2008

Obama Bill Sponsership

Bills in 2007-2008 (the 110th Congress) sponsored by Obama:

Status	Bill
Passed Senate Sep 22, 2008	S.Con.Res. 96: A concurrent resolution commemorating Irena Sendler, a woman whose bravery saved the lives of thousands during the Holocaust and remembering her legacy of courage, selflessness, and hope.
Passed Senate Jun 26, 2007	S.Con.Res. 25: A concurrent resolution condemning the recent violent actions of the Government of Zimbabwe against peaceful opposition party activists and members of civil society.
Passed Senate Jun 24, 2008	S.Res. 600: A resolution commemorating the 44th anniversary of the deaths of civil rights workers Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner in Philadelphia, Mississippi, while working in the name of American democracy to register voters and secure civil rights during the summer of 1964, which has become known as "Freedom Summer".
Passed Senate Jul 13, 2007	S.Res. 268: A resolution designating July 12, 2007, as "National Summer Learning Day".
Passed Senate Mar 28, 2007	S.Res. 133: A resolution celebrating the life of Bishop Gilbert Earl Patterson.
Scheduled for Debate Apr 24, 2008	S. 2433: Global Poverty Act of 2007
Scheduled for Debate Sep 22, 2008	S. 906: Mercury Market Minimization Act of 2007
Scheduled for Debate Oct 4, 2007	S. 453: Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2007
Introduced Sep 17, 2008	S. 3506: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the credit for purchase of vehicles fueled by natural gas or liquefied natural gas and to amend the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users to reauthorize the Clean School Bus Program of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Introduced Jul 29, 2008	S. 3358: Improving Food-borne Illness Surveillance and Response Act of 2008
Introduced Jun 17, 2008	S. 3142: Preventing Stillbirth and SUID Act of 2008
Introduced Jun 3, 2008	S. 3077: Strengthening Transparency and Accountability in Federal Spending Act of 2008
Introduced May 21, 2008	S. 3047: Enhancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education Act of 2008
Introduced Dec 19, 2007	S. 2519: Contracting and Tax Accountability Act of 2007
Introduced Dec 6, 2007	S. 2428: National STEM Scholarship Database Act
Introduced Nov 16, 2007	S. 2392: National STEM Scholarship Database Act
Introduced Nov 13, 2007	S. 2347: Prevention Through Affordable Access Act
Introduced Nov 8, 2007	S. 2330: Veterans Homelessness Prevention Act
Introduced Oct 24, 2007	S. 2227: Success in the Middle Act of 2007
Introduced Oct 24, 2007	S. 2224: Nuclear Release Notice Act of 2007
Introduced Oct 18, 2007	S. 2202: Renewable Fuel Standard Extension Act of 2007
Introduced Oct 4, 2007	S. 2147: Security Contractor Accountability Act of 2007
Introduced Oct 3, 2007	S. 2132: A bill to prohibit the introduction or delivery for introduction into interstate commerce of children's products that contain lead, and for other purposes.
Introduced Sep 27, 2007	S. 2111: Positive Behavior for Effective Schools Act
Introduced Sep 18, 2007	S. 2066: Back to School: Improving Standards for Nutrition and Physical Education in Schools Act of 2007
Introduced Sep 12, 2007	S. 2044: Independent Contractor Proper Classification Act of 2007
Introduced Sep 6, 2007	S. 2030: A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require reporting relating to bundled contributions made by persons other than registered lobbyists.
Introduced Aug 3, 2007	S. 1989: Pigford Claims Remedy Act of 2007
Introduced Aug 2, 2007	S. 1977: Nuclear Weapons Threat Reduction Act of 2007
Introduced Jul 26, 2007	S. 1885: Military Family Job Protection Act
Introduced Jul 25, 2007	S. 1873: Improving Emergency Medical Care and Response Act of 2007
Introduced Jul 19, 2007	S. 1824: Hospital Quality Report Card Act of 2007
Introduced Jul 19, 2007	S. 1818: Missing Mercury in Manufacturing Monitoring and Mitigation Act
Introduced Jul 19, 2007	S. 1817: A bill to ensure proper administration of the discharge of members of the Armed Forces for personality disorder, and for other purposes.
Introduced Jul 18, 2007	S. 1811: Lead Poisoning Reduction Act of 2007
Introduced Jul 16, 2007	S. 1790: Communities of Color Teen Pregnancy Prevention Act of 2007
Introduced Jun 27, 2007	S. 1713: A bill to provide for the issuance of a commemorative postage stamp in honor of Rosa Parks.
Introduced Jun 7, 2007	S. 1574: Teaching Residency Act
Introduced May 24, 2007	S. 1513: Predominantly Black Institution Act of 2007
Introduced May 17, 2007	S. 1430: Iran Sanctions Enabling Act
Introduced May 14, 2007	S. 1389: Climate Change Education Act
Introduced May 7, 2007	S. 1324: National Low-Carbon Fuel Standard Act of 2007
Introduced May 3, 2007	S. 1306: Lead Free Toys Act of 2007
Introduced May 2, 2007	S. 1271: Homecoming Enhancement Research and Oversight (HERO) Act
Introduced Apr 25, 2007	S. 1222: STOP FRAUD Act
Introduced Apr 20, 2007	S. 1181: Shareholder Vote on Executive Compensation Act
Introduced Apr 18, 2007	S. 1151: Health Care for Hybrids Act
Introduced Apr 10, 2007	S. 1084: Homes for Heroes Act of 2007
Introduced Mar 29, 2007	S. 1068: Healthy Communities Act of 2007
Introduced Mar 29, 2007	S. 1067: Healthy Places Act of 2007
Introduced Mar 23, 2007	S. 976: Genomics and Personalized Medicine Act of 2007
Introduced Mar 8, 2007	S. 823: Microbicide Development Act
Introduced Mar 7, 2007	S. 795: Citizenship Promotion Act of 2007
Introduced Mar 6, 2007	S. 768: Fuel Economy Reform Act
Introduced Mar 6, 2007	S. 767: Fuel Economy Reform Act
Introduced Mar 1, 2007	S. 737: Voter Advocate and Democracy Index Act of 2007
Introduced Feb 28, 2007	S. 713: Dignity for Wounded Warriors Act of 2007
Introduced Feb 27, 2007	S. 692: VA Hospital Quality Report Card Act of 2007
Introduced Feb 16, 2007	S. 674: Transparency and Accountability in Military and Security Contracting Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 30, 2007	S. 433: Iraq War De-Escalation Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 133: American Fuels Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 117: Lane Evans Veterans Health and Benefits Improvement Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 116: STEP UP ACT OF 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 115: Oil SENSE Act
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 114: Innovation Districts for School Improvement Act
Introduced Sep 17, 2007	S.Con.Res. 46: A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.
Introduced Sep 12, 2007	S.Con.Res. 44: A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued honoring Rosa Louise McCauley Parks.
Introduced Jan 31, 2007	S.Con.Res. 5: A concurrent resolution honoring the life of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry and the first and only African-American chemist to be inducted into the National Academy of Sciences.
Introduced Nov 1, 2007	S.J.Res. 23: A joint resolution clarifying that the use of force against Iran is not authorized by the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law.
Introduced Jul 25, 2008	S.Res. 628: A resolution expressing support for the designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including people living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of society and fully engaged as citizens of the United States.
Introduced Nov 15, 2007	S.Res. 383: A resolution honoring and recognizing the achievements of Carl Stokes, the first African-American mayor of a major American city, in the 40th year since his election as Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio.

from: http://www.govtrack.us/congress/person.xpd?id=400629&tab=bills

McCain bill sponsorship

ills in 2007-2008 (the 110th Congress) sponsored by McCain:

Status	Bill
Passed Senate Sep 23, 2008	S. 1255: Indian Arts and Crafts Amendments Act of 2007
Passed Senate Sep 18, 2008	S. 531: A bill to repeal section 10(f) of Public Law 93-531, commonly known as the "Bennett Freeze".
Scheduled for Debate Apr 10, 2008	S. 1304: Arizona National Scenic Trail Act
Scheduled for Debate Sep 17, 2007	S. 722: Walnut Canyon Study Act of 2007
Scheduled for Debate Apr 10, 2008	S. 86: Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River Act of 2007
Scheduled for Debate Mar 1, 2007	S. 84: Professional Boxing Amendments Act of 2007
Introduced Apr 17, 2008	S. 2890: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a highway fuel tax holiday.
Introduced Oct 16, 2007	S. 2172: Saffron Revolution Support Act of 2007
Introduced Jul 30, 2007	S. 1900: A bill to authorize appropriations for the United States Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution.
Introduced Mar 21, 2007	S. 952: A bill to amend the Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental and Native American Public Policy Act of 1992 to provide funds for training in tribal leadership, management, and policy, and for other purposes.
Introduced Mar 1, 2007	S. 744: SAVE LIVES Act
Introduced Feb 16, 2007	S. 663: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to repeal the statutory designation of beneficiaries of the $100,000 death gratuity under section 1477 of title 10, United States Code, and to permit members of the Armed Forces to designate in writing their beneficiaries of choice in the event of their death while serving on active duty.
Introduced Feb 7, 2007	S. 519: SAFE Act of 2007
Introduced Feb 1, 2007	S. 478: Federal Election Administration Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 31, 2007	S. 463: 527 Reform Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 17, 2007	S. 327: Cesar Estrada Chavez Study Act
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 192: Lobbying, Ethics, and Earmarks Transparency and Accountability Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 166: Cell Phone Tax Moratorium Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 85: Indian Tribes Methamphetamine Reduction Grants Act of 2007
Introduced Jan 4, 2007	S. 83: Rail Security Act of 2007
Introduced May 22, 2007	S. 32: Defense Acquisition Reform Act of 2007
Introduced Feb 5, 2007	S.Res. 70: Iraq War Policy resolution

Voting Record

Obama is a rank-and-file Democrat according to GovTrack's own analysis of bill sponsorship.

Missed Votes

Barack Obama missed 306 of 1287 roll call votes (24%) since Jan 6, 2005. The graph below shows the percent of roll call votes Barack Obama was absent for during the member’s time in Congress.

Barack Obama sits on the following committees:

Member, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

Chairman, Subcommittee on European Affairs

Member, Subcommittee on African Affairs

Member, Subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific Affairs

Member, Subcommittee on International Development and Foreign Assistance, Economic Affairs and International Environmental Protection

Member, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

Member, Subcommittee on Children and Families

Member, Subcommittee on Employment and Workplace Safety

Member, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs

Member, Subcommittee on Ad Hoc Subcommittee on State, Local, and Private Sector Preparedness and Integration

Member, Subcommittee on Investigations

Member, Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security

Member, Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs

McCain is a rank-and-file Republican according to GovTrack's own analysis of bill sponsorship. (Where do these labels come from?)

Missed Votes

Ranking Member, Senate Committee on Armed Services

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on Airland

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on Personnel

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on SeaPower

Member, Ex Officio, Subcommittee on Strategic Forces

Member, Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Member, Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security

Member, Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs, Insurance, and Automotive Safety

Member, Subcommittee on Interstate Commerce, Trade, and Tourism

Member, Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Innovation

Member, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security

Member, Senate Committee on Indian Affairs

I would cite regulation, but I know you will simply ignore it.

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akuma587 on 26 September 2008

Nice, this looks like it took a lot of work.

So apparently neither one of them has passed any meaningful legislation in the last year.

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steven787 on 26 September 2008

it wasn't

I would cite regulation, but I know you will simply ignore it.

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bigjon on 26 September 2008

I am guessing the spikes on both Senators record are during campaign times....

I am glad to see they both seem dedicated. I have heard some senators miss like half of the votes.

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steven787 on 26 September 2008

bigjon said:
I am guessing the spikes on both Senators record are during campaign times....

I am glad to see they both seem dedicated. I have heard some senators miss like half of the votes.

Both are actually two of the most absent this year.

That graph has McCain's whole career, his last few years are much worse - but I didn't say that because he does have a pretty good overall record.

My problem is for the 109th congress (2005-2006), where there was no presidential election this is what you see:

9.0%
5th place
- Sen. John McCain (R-AZ)
  - Representing: Arizona
  - Votes: 58 votes missed (9.0%), 587 votes cast

1.7%
59th place

Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL)
- Representing: Illinois
- Votes: 11 votes missed (1.7%), 634 votes cast

I'm not allowed to miss 9 percent of my work days. Biden missed more than McCain for that session.

I would cite regulation, but I know you will simply ignore it.

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Kasz216 on 26 September 2008

akuma587 said:

Nice, this looks like it took a lot of work.

So apparently neither one of them has passed any meaningful legislation in the last year.

Nah, Vote Track does all the work for you. But yeah. Nobody even proposed meanigflul legislation lately. They couldn't. To do so you need to be in washington in person to meet with people face to face.

I don't get how "Rank and File Republican" is like... directly in the middle.

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Kasz216 on 26 September 2008

Still it's a good sight to read about your candidates. Specially the "Vote against" sections.

http://projects.washingtonpost.com/congress/members/o000167/votes/against-party/

http://projects.washingtonpost.com/congress/members/m000303/votes/against-party/

Some of these can show why a lot of people aren't as happy for Obama as what he advertised himself to be. Like his voting against Earmark reform and for warrantless wiretaps.

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heruamon on 26 September 2008

Hmmm...interesting, btw Steven, any word on the condition of "Dear Leader?" That might have an impact on the race...

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