Peter Welch

Peter Welch

3/6/2025, 6:25 PM

Peter Welch Congressional Service

Peter Welch is a United States Congressman for the state of Vermont. Peter currently serves as a Senator for the state of Vermont and has served a total of 9 terms in congress.Peter Welch has participated in over 1445 voting sessions, sponsored over 514 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 4877 individual bills.

Contact Peter Welch

Phone Number
(202) 224-4242
State
DC
City
Washington
Address
124 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Zip Code
20515

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal
Peter Welch supports measures aimed at improving infrastructure, increasing wages, and promoting job growth. He has advocated for fair tax policies and investing in middle-class families.

Agriculture

Liberal
Welch emphasizes supporting sustainable farming practices and providing assistance to small and organic farmers. He advocates for policies that protect farm workers and promote local food systems.

Immigration

Liberal
Welch supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and protections for DACA recipients. He opposes strict immigration enforcement measures.

Education

Liberal
Welch advocates for increased federal funding for public education and reducing student loan debt. He supports initiatives to make college more affordable and accessible.

Energy

Liberal
Welch supports transitioning to renewable energy sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. He advocates for federal investments in clean energy technologies.

Climate change

Liberal
Welch sees climate change as a significant threat and supports aggressive actions to reduce carbon emissions. He backs international climate agreements and domestic policies aimed at environmental protection.

Healthcare

Liberal
Welch supports expanding access to healthcare through public options and improvements to the Affordable Care Act. He advocates for reducing prescription drug prices and expanding Medicare coverage.

Housing

Liberal
Welch promotes affordable housing initiatives and increased investment in public housing. He supports measures to prevent homelessness and provides assistance to low-income families.

Transportation

Liberal
Welch supports investment in public transportation infrastructure and improvements to roads and bridges. He advocates for policies that promote sustainability and reduce emissions.

Veterans affairs

Liberal
Welch advocates for improving healthcare services for veterans and increasing funding for veterans programs. He supports measures designed to ease veterans' transition to civilian life.

Voting rights

Liberal
Welch supports measures that protect and expand voting access, including reforms to combat voter suppression and improve election security.
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Peter Welch Latest Financials

Peter Welch 2024 Campaign Financials

During the 2024 election cycle, Peter Welch's raised over $0.00 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $41,464.60 during the 2024 election. Peter's campaign spent $468.93 in operating expenses. Peter Welch reported $0.00 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$0.00
Contributions by Individuals$0.00
Contributions by Political Parties$0.00
Disbursements$41,464.60
Refunded Contributions$0.00
Remaining Cash on Hand$0.00

Super PAC Contributions to Peter Welch's 2024 Election

$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$5,338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,338.00, reported as Early vote mail - Congressman Welch (441.a.d) (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to THE CHADDERDON GROUP in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$24.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $24.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
$2,562.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,562.00, reported as Polling Research () to HART RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$9.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $9.00, reported as In-House Fundraising Services () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$8,393.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $8,393.00, reported as Research Materials () to DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN in support of Peter Welch's election run.
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE$3,750.00
The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (Super PAC) spent $3,750.00, reported as Research Materials () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONSLLC in support of Peter Welch's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Peter Welch's 2024 Election

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$2,348.96
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $2,348.96 in support of Peter Welch's 2014 election run.
AFL-CIO in support of$83.38
The AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $83.38 in support of Peter Welch's 2014 election run.
COMMITTEE ON LETTER CARRIERS POLITICAL EDUCATION in opposition to$1.00
The COMMITTEE ON LETTER CARRIERS POLITICAL EDUCATION Political Action Committee spent $1.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
ASSOCIATION OF TRIAL LAWYERS OF AMERICA POLITICAL ACTION MANAGEMENT LIST in opposition to$942.00
The ASSOCIATION OF TRIAL LAWYERS OF AMERICA POLITICAL ACTION MANAGEMENT LIST Political Action Committee spent $942.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS in opposition to$1,185.00
The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS Political Action Committee spent $1,185.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE in opposition to$10,973.00
The AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10,973.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
CHANGE TO WIN in opposition to$108.00
The CHANGE TO WIN Political Action Committee spent $108.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION in opposition to$37,051.00
The NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Political Action Committee spent $37,051.00 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$8.67
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $8.67 in support of Peter Welch's 2022 election run.
SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB INDEPENDENT ACTION Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2020 election run.
TOGETHER WE THRIVE in support of$750.00
The TOGETHER WE THRIVE Political Action Committee spent $750.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2020 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$59.76
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $59.76 in support of Peter Welch's 2020 election run.
NEA ADVOCACY FUND in support of$68.38
The NEA ADVOCACY FUND Political Action Committee spent $68.38 in support of Peter Welch's 2018 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2018 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES in support of$35.86
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD VOTES Political Action Committee spent $35.86 in support of Peter Welch's 2018 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2016 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2014 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$10.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $10.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2012 election run.
SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE in support of$20.00
The SIERRA CLUB POLITICAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $20.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2010 election run.
DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE in support of$2,277.92
The DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $2,277.92 in support of Peter Welch's 2008 election run.
NARAL PRO-CHOICE AMERICA in support of$4.00
The NARAL PRO-CHOICE AMERICA Political Action Committee spent $4.00 in support of Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE in opposition to$8,914.70
The NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $8,914.70 in opposition to Peter Welch's 2006 election run.
DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE in support of$423,759.01
The DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $423,759.01 in support of Peter Welch's 2006 election run.

Peter Welch's Latest Votes

Congress 119 Vote 99 - Linda McMahon, of Connecticut, to be Secretary of Education
Nomination Confirmed (51-45)March 3, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 98 - Linda McMahon, of Connecticut, to be Secretary of Education
Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)February 27, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 97 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
Joint Resolution Passed (52-47)February 27, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 96 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)February 26, 2025
Congress 119 Vote 95 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared with respect to energy.
Joint Resolution Defeated (47-52)February 26, 2025

Peter Welch's Latest Votes

Congress 117 Vote 6 - On Passage
PassedJanuary 12, 2022
Congress 117 Vote 538 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedDecember 21, 2022
Congress 117 Vote 534 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedDecember 21, 2022
Congress 117 Vote 533 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
PassedDecember 21, 2022
Congress 117 Vote 531 - On Agreeing to the Resolution
PassedDecember 21, 2022

Latest Bills

Promptly Ending Political Prosecutions and Executive Retaliation Act of 2025
Bill HR 1789April 15, 2025
Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.
Bill HCONRES 22April 15, 2025
Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.
Bill HRES 333April 15, 2025
Expressing the sense of Congress that the votes of overseas servicemembers must be counted and honored as required under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.
Bill HCONRES 28April 15, 2025
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.
Bill HRES 332April 15, 2025
Rural Veterinary Workforce Act
Bill HR 2398April 15, 2025
To raise the consolidated assets threshold under the small bank holding company policy statement, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2835April 15, 2025
Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act
Bill HR 1327April 15, 2025
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit machinegun conversion devices and illegal modifications of semiautomatic firearms, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2799April 15, 2025
CATCH Fentanyl Act
Bill HR 1569April 15, 2025
A resolution congratulating the University of Vermont men's soccer team on winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I men's soccer national championship.
Bill SRES 56February 5, 2025
A resolution reaffirming the fundamental principle prohibiting any state from forcibly acquiring the territory of another state.
Bill SRES 113March 7, 2025
A resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".
Bill SRES 96March 5, 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the operations of the National Institutes of Health should not experience any interruption, delay, or funding disruption in violation of the law and that the workforce of the National Institutes of Health is essential to sustaining medical progress.
Bill SRES 93March 3, 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States shall not deploy United States military assets or personnel to Gaza for purposes of "taking over" Gaza.
Bill SRES 68February 21, 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.
Bill SRES 51February 20, 2025
A resolution condemning the pardons for individuals who were found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police Officers.
Bill SRES 42February 6, 2025