Raphael
Warnock

Warnock has spent time focused on a few core fights. Each is tied to bills actually introduced or votes actually cast.

• 01
  Supports first-generation homebuyer down payment assistanceWarnock has sponsored the Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2025 (S.967), a bill introduced across multiple Congresses that would provide financial assistance to first-generation homebuyers. The bill has been referred to committee in the current Congress. Its repeated reintroduction reflects a sustained legislative focus on expanding access to homeownership.
• 02
  Seeks financial protections for military servicemembersWarnock has sponsored the Fair Debt Collection Practices for Servicemembers Act (S.2454), which would extend debt collection protections to military personnel and their families, and the BAH Restoration Act (S.1122), which addresses Basic Allowance for Housing benefits. Both bills have been referred to committee. Their reintroduction across multiple Congresses reflects continued legislative attention to servicemember financial welfare.
• 03
  Addresses maternal mortality and birth outcomesWarnock has sponsored the Kira Johnson Act (S.4195), a bill named for a woman who died following childbirth and aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths and improving birth outcomes. The bill has been referred to committee and has been reintroduced across Congresses, indicating sustained legislative attention to maternal health.
• 04
  Supports federal animal welfare enforcement programsWarnock sponsored the Beagle Brigade Act of 2023 (S.759), which was enacted into law. The legislation relates to the use of detection dogs in federal agricultural inspection and enforcement programs. It is the sole enacted bill among his cited legislative actions.
• 05
  Focuses on student support and transportation equityWarnock has sponsored the ASSIST Act (S.2050), a bill addressing support services for students, and the HEADWAY Act (S.2323), which addresses transportation access and equity. Both bills have been referred to committee and reintroduced across multiple Congresses. He has also introduced Senate amendments agreed to by voice vote (SAMDT.2952, SAMDT.1351, SAMDT.199) and one amendment that did not achieve agreement on a recorded vote (SAMDT.2177).