[105] All three children are corporate lobbyists. (Senate), 2015 Oct-Dec After serving as Missouri Secretary of State from 1985 to 1993, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Missouri's 7th congressional district in 1996. remarkable job leading the Republican staff of the Rules Committee over the Not all Members of Congress will accept messages from non-constituents. I don't think it's an overreach at all. I would not support a travel ban on Muslims; I do support increased vetting on people applying to travel from countries with extensive terrorist ties or activity. 2638 (110th): Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009. He is the first person in his family to graduate from college, according to his U.S. Senate bio. (House), 1998 Jan-Mar Blunt handily defeated U.S. Representative John Shadegg of Arizona for the position. (House), 1999 Apr-Jun "[84], Blunt said of the amendment, "[W]as it an overreach when Mrs. Clinton put it in the Clinton health care plan in 1994? After a year in the House, Blunt was appointed Chief Deputy Whip before ascending to House Majority Whip in 2002. Senator Browns Illegal Immigration Committee meets with Missouri leaders, Parson signs executive order, Missouris drought response goes into action, CD 4 candidates debate on immigration, Chinese relations and energy independence, The Missouri Champion of Children Coalition launches ad campaign, Legislators head to Lincoln University for education retreat, Women senators promote childhood literacy, seek community input on bipartisan tour, New law gives students more virtual learning options, Opinion: When the case is strong enough, both sides of the aisle get to help kids so can our governor, More posts in Humanities and Emerging Issues . KSMU. [42] Before the certification, Blunt said he would support the certification of the election, in contrast to his fellow Missouri senator Josh Hawley. He stated he had heard the statement in Congressional testimony by "some people who are supposed to be experts on Canadian health care. [36] He announced he would step down from the position in late 2008, following two successive election cycles where House Republicans had lost seats, avoiding a difficult battle with his deputy, Eric Cantor, who was urged by some to challenge Blunt for the position.[37][38]. In attendance was Sen. Roy Blunt, who often pushed for federal funds for the depot. 2 Republican in House, "Roy Blunt's quest for bipartisan results", "The Lugar Center - McCourt School Bipartisan Index", "The presidential electoral circus draws to an end in Congress", "Area legislators share stances on certifying election results", "Local lawmakers denounce Capitol protest", "Republicans Recoil From Trump as Violence Proves Too Much", "MO Sen. Roy Blunt on Trump impeachment: 'It's not going to happen', "Analysis: This Republican senator is apparently totally unfamiliar with Donald Trump", "Missouri's Roy Blunt: Trump's decision not to attend inauguration a 'personal mistake', "Criticism of Sen. Roy Blunt's role in agriculture provision illustrates concerns about Congress", "Sen. Roy Blunt: Monsanto's Man in Washington", "Senate GOP quashes attempt to overturn 'Monsanto Protection Act', "Sen. Blunt Opposes Trump Impeachment, Backs Medical Marijuana Banking", "Trump praises retiring Blunt, who opposed his conviction", "GOP senator: Trump should have turned over 'all' documents", "Opposing a Minimum Wage Hike Could Cost the GOP the Senate", "S.1183 - 113th Congress (2013-14): Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013", "Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013 (2013; 113th Congress S. 1183)", "Blunt bill would promote infrastructure improvements, create jobs", "Blunt, Kander offer clear contrast on pocketbook issues", "Meet the Republicans in Congress who don't believe climate change is real", "Senate Rejects Human Role in Climate Change", "Trick or treaty? [119], For 2020, Blunt received a score of 74 from the American Conservative Union. In February 2016, Blunt rejected consideration of President Obama's Supreme Court nominee during a presidential election year, opining that the "Senate should not confirm a new Supreme Court justice until we have a new president. Senator Roy Blunt managers and employees. LegiStorm is constantly adding new information on the people, places and reports in our database. (Senate), 2011 Apr-Jun [103] Both senators voted for acquittal in Trump's second impeachment trial. S. 3307 (117th): Wilsons Creek National Battlefield Boundary Revision Act of 2021. Stacy was responsible for managing a staff of more than 60 professionals while working . Cameron Gerber studied journalism at Lincoln University. Dec 30, 2022 It's been the honor of a lifetime to represent Missouri in Congress. [46] In an interview with Face the Nation, Blunt said, "the president touched the hot stove on Wednesday and is unlikely to touch it again. He also serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee; the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee; and the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo. He won the Republican primary with 73% of the vote[100] and faced Democrat Jason Kander in the November 2016 general election on November 8, 2016. [92][93], In September 2020, less than two months before the next presidential election, Blunt supported an immediate Senate vote on Trump's nominee to fill the Supreme Court vacancy caused by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death. After early enthusiasm, Blunt has been ambivalent about supporting the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP). [71], In 2016, Blunt worked to block a carbon tax on emissions. By joining our advisory group, you can help us make GovTrack more useful and engaging to young voters like you. District Office 203 N Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92832 Phone: (714) 525-2342 FAX: (714) 525-2367 (Senate), 2013 Apr-Jun Read full bio. (House), 1999 Oct-Nov [69] In 2017, he was one of 22 senators to sign a letter[70] to Trump urging him to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement. [25], In 2006, Blunt successfully advocated for legislation that placed restrictions on over-the-counter cold medicines that could be used in the production of methamphetamines. Blunt returned to his alma mater, Southwest Baptist University, to serve as president for four years before turning his attention to Capitol Hill. [15] He became the first Republican to hold the post in 50 years. It might have even set a record. The rider's language originated in an agriculture spending bill in the U.S. [66] Citing his support for agriculture and energy production, Blunt "has aggressively pushed to block a rule that would allow the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate some streams, wetlands and other waters. (House), 2000 Apr-Jun (House), 2003 Apr-Jun Each dot was a member of the Senate Roy Dean Blunt[1] (born January 10, 1950) is an American politician who served as a United States senator from Missouri from 2011 to 2023. As your State Senator you can count on me to build on my successes as our former State Assemblymember where I worked to deliver $563 million in funds directly to Orange County. (Senate), 2018 Apr-Jun This Week in Missouri Politics column: Patterson Floor Leader/Election take aways, Rep. Tracy McCreery has won Senate District 24, Missouri Pork Association joins MoSoy in Schmitt endorsement, Schmitt strikes first with general election campaign ad, More posts in Conservation and Agriculture , Southern Missouri cattlemen give their input on a tough year for farmers, Agriculture industries start to stabilize, drought conditions still persist, Missouri Soybeans increases state fair presence, focuses on online branding, AgriStress hotline seeks to curb increasing rural mental health issues in Missouri, Summer drought spurs decline in Missouris agriculture industries, Opinion by Senator Rick Brattin: The Federal Implementation Plan threatens to raise rates and give regulating power to Washington DC. The legal question hanging over the Paris climate change conference", "The Republicans who urged Trump to pull out of Paris deal are big oil darlings", "Blunt seeks to block carbon tax from gaining foothold", "After You, Mr. President: Sen. Roy Blunt on Social Security", "Local dad fights to evacuate wife, young daughter from Afghanistan", "NRA Endorses Roy Blunt for Re-Election to U.S. Senate", "Modeling the Senate's Vote on Gun Control", "How did Missouri, Kansas senators vote on gun legislation? [76], In 2021, Blunt criticized the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, arguing that there was a failure to evacuate U.S. citizens and their family members. benefit the committees ongoing efforts to strengthen security and improve (House), 1998 Oct-Dec [87][88], In July 2013, Blunt indicated that he would not support efforts to tie raising the federal debt ceiling to defunding Obamacare. He graduated from Southwest Baptist University in 1970 with a degree in history. Her knowledge and experience will continue to Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) From Jan 2011 to Dec 2022, Blunt missed 184 of 3,912 roll call votes, which is 4.7%. 801 (110th): Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. the representative for Missouris 7th congressional district Former Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) joined lobbying and law firm DLA Piper in a similar advisory role. (House), 1997 Apr-Jun . But there are other legislative activities that we dont track that are also important, including offering amendments, committee work and oversight of the other branches, and constituent services. Blunt continued,Rachelle Schroeder brings to the job a unique understanding of For the writer and humorist, see, Blunt's opening statement at a hearing of the, U.S. House of Representatives (19972011). for the 2021 Inauguration. in 2022 (Senate), 2022 Nov-Dec Senator Roy Blunt announced Monday he would be leaving his Senate seat in 2022. Most legislation has no activity after being introduced. The first was proposed by John Cornyn and would have enabled a 72-hour waiting period for federal authorities to investigate individuals seeking to buy guns who are listed on the terrorist watch list. Blunt won with 49.2% of the vote to Kander's 46.4%. H.R. [43] While Blunt observed the deliberations over the objection to counting Arizona's votes, led by Ted Cruz, the Capitol was breached. The Springfield News-Leader wrote: "[Blunt] has supported a spate of free-trade agreements during his nearly 20 years in Congress, including a U.S-Singapore deal in 2003, the Central American Free Trade agreement in 2005 and the U.S-Korea agreement in 2011." [66], In February 2017, along with Democrat Joe Manchin, Blunt introduced the HIRE Veterans Act, legislation that would recognize qualified employers in the event that they met particular criteria designed to encourage businesses that are friendly toward veterans. (House), 2006 Jul-Sep (Senate), 2019 Jan-Mar [116] He is a practicing Southern Baptist. He was subsequently elected to the position three times and served a total of 12 years. ), who has already endorsed Trump. Committee on Rules and Administration, today announced that Rachelle Schroeder (Senate), 2021 Apr-Jun on Wednesday joined Husch Blackwell Strategies, a Washington, D.C., lobbying firm with close ties to the veteran GOP senator. By KMOV Staff. Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), This Week in Missouri Politics April 30, 2023, Press Release: Congressman Mark Alford Issues Statement on Debt Ceiling Legislation Negotiations, Opinion: Good Neighbor- Bad for Missouri, Press Release: Local businessman Brandon Phelps announces campaign for Missouri House. (Senate), 2013 Oct-Dec We hope to enable educators to build lesson plans centered around any bill or vote in Congress, even those as recent as yesterday. (House), 2003 Jan-Mar A Personal Message from Roy. (House), 2004 Apr-Jun | View Cosponsors . (House), 2004 Jan-Mar U.S. (Senate), 2013 Jan-Mar ), top Republican on the U.S. Senate (House), 2004 Oct-Dec *Senate data is reported by Fiscal Year and cannot be displayed by calendar years. Her knowledge and experience will continue to 44 (117th): A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol , S. 4791 (117th): A bill to amend section 301 of title 44, United States Code, , S. 4718 (117th): Australia-United States Submarine Officer Pipeline Act, S.Res. Attorney Generals office continues to work through sexual assault kit backlog, Its what the people want! Marijuana advocates feel bullish on ballot chances, Congressman Alford to introduce Agriculture Advisory Committee, Letter to the Editor: County health board elections should focus on qualifications, not politics as usual, Letter to the Editor: Lets stop the Kansas City landfill before it starts, Press Release: Mike Ebenroth announces bid for Gladstone City Council, Blunt-backed suicide crisis hotline goes live in Missouri, Historic investment in conservation could be coming to Missouri, bill headed to Senate, New emergency alert app could be coming to Missouri schools, Central Missouri bridge to be named after Blunt, Grain Belt Express promises to follow eminent domain law, agriculture groups skeptical, Eminent domain bill aims to level the playing field for Missouri farmers, Opinion: Broadband plays critical role in revitalizing rural communities, Opinion: Bidens climate rule puts family farms at risk, Sara Walsh withdraws from congressional race, New Remington poll shows Schmitt leading Senate race, Opinion: Time is running out for election integrity reform in Missouri. [26], In August 2009, Blunt stated in two separate newspaper interviews that, because he was 59 years old, "In either Canada or Great Britain, if I broke my hip, I couldn't get it replaced." When Senator Blunt gets people in a room together, great things happen, and I look forward to seeing those results, Neil Bradley, the top lobbyist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, said in a press release from Husch Blackwell Strategies. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo. ROY BLUNT, Republican, of Springfield, MO; born in Niangua, MO, January 10, 1950; education: B.A., Southwest Baptist University, 1970; M.A., Missouri State University, 1972; professional: county clerk and chief election official of Greene County, 1972-84; Secretary of State of Missouri, 1984-92; president of Southwest Baptist University, 1993-96; Blunt's political action committee is the Rely on Your Beliefs Fund. Young Americans have historically been the least involved in politics, despite the huge consequences policies can have on them. (Senate), 2017 Jan-Mar Senator Roy Blunt announced Monday he would be leaving his Senate seat in 2022. [13], In 1984, after incumbent Democratic Missouri Secretary of State James Kirkpatrick decided to retire, Blunt ran for the position and won the Republican primary with 79% of the vote. [73] In 2016 AARP said of Blunt, "He said in 2010 that he remained open to the idea of individual Social Security accounts. If you teach United States government and would like to speak with us about bringing legislative data into your classroom, please reach out! H.R. [55], According to progressive news magazine The Nation, the rider "curtailed already weak oversight over the handful of agro-giants that control the GMO market by allowing crops that a judge ruled were not properly approved to continue to be planted. Blunt will lead a newly launched strategic advisory practice at the firm, which is run by Gregg Hartley, Blunts former chief of staff in the House, and Andy Blunt, his son. (House), 2000 Jan-Mar March 10 at 8:00 AM. The information on this page is originally sourced from a variety of materials, including: The letters stand for sounds according to the following table: Capital letters indicate a stressed syllable. past three years,said Blunt. Nomination Confirmed 92/1 on Dec 3, 2012. Roy Tribute v3. Senator Roy Blunt Sue Ellen Ball Veterans-DOD Constituent Advocate at Senator Roy Blunt Katie Boyd Communications Director at U.S. Neither bill passed. Meet Senator Umberg. Wolfe. In 1999, he gave up seats on the latter two committees and joined the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Additionally, Blunt chairs the Senate Republican Policy Committee and led the, Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies that organized, For his focus on agriculture and the economy, Blunt was awarded the. (House), 2007 Oct-Dec (House), 2002 Jul-Sep (House), 2011 Jan-Mar Scalise: Americans expect Biden to sit in a room with Speaker McCarthy and Ernst slams Biden administration plan to electrify military fleet: You GOP presidential contenders knock DeSantis over Disney. Senator Roy Blunt Jun 2020 - Jul 20202 months Washington, District of Columbia, United States Answered phone calls, batched mail, and addressed constituent concerns Performed basic. Official Manual of Missouri, 2007-2008, p. 649. Website. There has been no shortage of According to OpenSecrets, Blunt has received over $400,000 from the oil and gas industry since 2012. The next year, he was elected vice chairman of the Senate Republican Conference. (Senate), 2019 Oct-Dec Launched in 2004, GovTrack helps everyone learn about and track the activities of the United States Congress. Blunt's announcement set off a wave . [113][114] The family lives in Washington, D.C., and also own a condo in Springfield, Missouri. District Office Senator Roy Blunt employs 17 employees. 3688) to implement the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. (Senate), 2014 Jan-Mar (Senate), 2014 Jul-Sep Kaitlyn Schallhorn contributed to this report. Committee on Rules and Administration, today announced that Rachelle Schroeder [106][107] Some critics have criticized Andrew's dual professional roles as both a lobbyist for firms that might benefit from Senator Blunt's influence and his father's campaign manager. He has also voted to require anyone who purchases a gun at a gun show to go through a background check that must be completed within 24 hours. to her continued leadership at the committee.. ), top Republican on the U.S. Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, today announced that Rachelle Schroeder will serve as Republican Staff Director of the U.S. Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, replacing Fitzhugh Elder IV who has been named Republican [59], In 2022, after the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago, Blunt said that Trump "should have turned over all the documents" to the National Archives when he left office. (House), 2003 Oct-Dec (Senate), 2020 Jan-Mar Senate Appropriations Committee. Missouri Attorney General William Webster won the Republican primary, defeating Blunt and Missouri Treasurer Wendell Bailey 44%40%15%. Im very glad Rachelle has accepted this new role and I look forward [citation needed], Blunt supported Trump's Supreme Court nominees, Brett Kavanaugh,[90] Neil Gorsuch,[91] and Amy Coney Barrett. (House), 2010 Jan-Mar (Senate), 2016 Nov-Dec We believe that Senator Roy Blunt is an excellent role model for students pursuing a major in history. In that capacity, he served as the Republicans' chief vote-counter. (Senate), 2021 Jan-Jan
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