Thomas R. Carper

Thomas R. Carper

1/3/2025, 10:03 PM

Thomas R. Carper Congressional Service

Thomas R. Carper is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Delaware. Thomas served as a Senator for the state of Delaware and served a total of 17 terms in congress.Thomas R. Carper participated in over 908 voting sessions, sponsored over 798 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 4569 individual bills.

Contact Thomas R. Carper

Phone Number
(202) 224-2441
State
DC
City
Washington
Address
513 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Zip Code
20515

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Centrist
Thomas Carper has generally supported policies aimed at economic growth, including infrastructure investment and tax reforms that benefit middle-income families. He has also advocated for reducing the federal deficit through a combination of spending cuts and revenue increases.

Agriculture

Centrist
Carper has supported farm bills that provide subsidies and assistance to farmers, particularly those focusing on sustainable practices and conservation. He emphasizes the importance of both economic support for farmers and environmental stewardship.

Immigration

Liberal
Thomas Carper advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and secure borders. He has supported legislation providing protections for DACA recipients.

Education

Liberal
Carper has supported federal funding for public education, including initiatives for early childhood education and student loan reforms aimed at making college more affordable. He emphasizes the role of education in economic competitiveness.

Energy

Liberal
Carper has favored a transition towards renewable energy sources and has supported incentives for clean energy technology. He also emphasizes the importance of reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

Climate change

Liberal
Thomas Carper acknowledges climate change as a critical issue and supports policies to reduce carbon emissions, including regulations and international agreements. He advocates for strong environmental protections.

Healthcare

Liberal
Carper supports the Affordable Care Act and has advocated for expanding healthcare access and reducing costs. He has shown openness to a public option to enhance coverage.

Housing

Liberal
Carper has supported measures to increase affordable housing availability and has worked on legislation to improve housing assistance programs for low-income families.

Transportation

Centrist
He has supported significant investments in infrastructure, including highways and public transportation systems, aiming to modernize and improve national transportation networks.

Veterans affairs

Centrist
Carper has consistently advocated for improving veterans' access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. He supports initiatives to ensure veterans receive timely and adequate services.

Voting rights

Liberal
Thomas Carper has supported legislation to expand voting access, prevent voter suppression, and ensure fair elections. He emphasizes the protection of voting rights as fundamental to democracy.
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Thomas R. Carper Latest Financials

Thomas R. Carper 2024 Campaign Financials

During the 2024 election cycle, Thomas R. Carper's raised over $228,593.23 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $665,935.93 during the 2024 election. Thomas's campaign spent $410,262.93 in operating expenses. Thomas R. Carper reported $121,592.17 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$228,593.23
Contributions by Individuals$133,593.23
Contributions by Political Parties$95,000.00
Disbursements$665,935.93
Refunded Contributions$222,273.00
Remaining Cash on Hand$121,592.17

Super PAC Contributions to Thomas R. Carper's 2024 Election

$10,889.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10,889.00, reported as Direct Mail () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONS LLC in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$10,182.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10,182.00, reported as Direct Mail () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONS LLC in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$7,777.00
The (Super PAC) spent $7,777.00, reported as Slate Cards () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONS LLC in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$10,150.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10,150.00, reported as Vended Calls () to THE CONTACT GROUP in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$2,739.00
The (Super PAC) spent $2,739.00, reported as Direct Mail () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONS LLC in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$5,173.00
The (Super PAC) spent $5,173.00, reported as Direct Mail () to KENNEDY COMMUNICATIONS LLC in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$574.00
The (Super PAC) spent $574.00, reported as Election Day Mailer () to BCD SYSTEMS in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$1,000.00
The (Super PAC) spent $1,000.00, reported as Television Airtime () to HOLLOWAY HERMAN M. in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.
$50,000.00
The (Super PAC) spent $50,000.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Thomas R. Carper's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Thomas R. Carper's 2024 Election

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$4,002.74
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $4,002.74 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
DELAWARE STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION INC in support of$1,587.00
The DELAWARE STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION INC Political Action Committee spent $1,587.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE in support of$1,183.00
The AFL-CIO COPE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $1,183.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.
INTERNATIONAL UNION - UAW in support of$2,040.00
The INTERNATIONAL UNION - UAW Political Action Committee spent $2,040.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS in support of$404.00
The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS Political Action Committee spent $404.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.
AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION AFL-CIO in support of$668.00
The AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION AFL-CIO Political Action Committee spent $668.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2000 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 Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
PATIENTS FOR AFFORDABLE DRUGS ACTION in opposition to$1,139,817.60
The PATIENTS FOR AFFORDABLE DRUGS ACTION Political Action Committee spent $1,139,817.60 in opposition to Thomas R. Carper'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 Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
NEA ADVOCACY FUND in support of$68.38
The NEA ADVOCACY FUND Political Action Committee spent $68.38 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
PATRIOT MAJORITY PAC in support of$205,500.00
The PATRIOT MAJORITY PAC Political Action Committee spent $205,500.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2018 election run.
DEMOCRATIC STATE COMMITTEE (DELAWARE) in support of$3,075.00
The DEMOCRATIC STATE COMMITTEE (DELAWARE) Political Action Committee spent $3,075.00 in support of Thomas R. Carper's 2012 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in opposition to$80.00
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $80.00 in opposition to Thomas R. Carper's 2006 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD ADVOCACY FUND OF DE in opposition to$412.00
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD ADVOCACY FUND OF DE Political Action Committee spent $412.00 in opposition to Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in opposition to$3,104.00
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $3,104.00 in opposition to Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS INTERESTED IN REGISTRATION AND EDUCATION PAC in opposition to$21.00
The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS INTERESTED IN REGISTRATION AND EDUCATION PAC Political Action Committee spent $21.00 in opposition to Thomas R. Carper's 2000 election run.

Thomas R. Carper's Latest Votes

Congress 118 Vote 99 - Jose Javier Rodriguez, of Florida, to be an Assistant Secretary of Labor
Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-49)March 21, 2024
Congress 118 Vote 98 - Eumi K. Lee, of California, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of California
Nomination Confirmed (50-49)March 20, 2024
Congress 118 Vote 97 - Eumi K. Lee, of California, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of California
Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-49)March 20, 2024
Congress 118 Vote 96 - Edward Sunyol Kiel, of New Jersey, to be United States District Judge for the District of New Jersey
Nomination Confirmed (50-49)March 20, 2024
Congress 118 Vote 95 - Edward Sunyol Kiel, of New Jersey, to be United States District Judge for the District of New Jersey
Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-48)March 20, 2024

Latest Bills

To require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review any purchase or lease of real estate near a military installation or military airspace in the United States by a foreign person connected to or subsidized by the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, or the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2754April 19, 2025
Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2025
Bill S 1252April 19, 2025
A bill to withdraw certain Bureau of Land Management land from mineral development.
Bill S 1464April 19, 2025
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the exception for de minimis payments by third party settlement organizations.
Bill S 1425April 19, 2025
A bill to require an annual report of Federal employees and retirees with delinquent tax debt.
Bill S 1444April 19, 2025
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to report on certain funding shortfalls in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bill HR 1823April 19, 2025
To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Bill HR 1098April 19, 2025
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025
Bill S 1137April 19, 2025
A bill to provide for increases in the Federal minimum wage, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1332April 19, 2025
Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025
Bill HR 2379April 19, 2025