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Benjamin L. Cardin

Benjamin L. Cardin

11/4/2024, 1:42 PM

Benjamin L. Cardin Congressional Service

Benjamin L. Cardin is a United States Congressman for the state of Maryland. Ben currently serves as a Senator for the state of Maryland and has served a total of 19 terms in congress.

Benjamin L. Cardin has participated in over 912 voting sessions, sponsored over 1364 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 6262 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Liberal

Ben Cardin believes in policies that promote economic growth, job creation, and support for small businesses. He advocates for fair wages, affordable healthcare, and investments in infrastructure to boost the economy.


Agriculture

Liberal

Ben Cardin supports policies that protect family farms, promote sustainable agriculture practices, and ensure food safety. He advocates for programs that help farmers adapt to changing market conditions and protect the environment.


Immigration

Liberal

Ben Cardin supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, border security measures, and protections for DACA recipients. He believes in treating immigrants with dignity and respect.


Education

Liberal

Ben Cardin believes in investing in public education, making college more affordable, and supporting teachers. He advocates for policies that address student debt, improve school infrastructure, and ensure equal access to quality education for all.


Energy

Liberal

Ben Cardin supports transitioning to clean energy sources, reducing carbon emissions, and investing in renewable energy technologies. He advocates for policies that address climate change and promote energy efficiency.


Climate change

Liberal

Ben Cardin recognizes the urgency of addressing climate change and supports policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect natural resources, and promote sustainability. He advocates for international cooperation to combat climate change.


Healthcare

Liberal

Ben Cardin believes in expanding access to affordable healthcare, protecting Medicaid and Medicare, and lowering prescription drug costs. He supports the Affordable Care Act and advocates for policies that improve healthcare outcomes for all Americans.


Housing

Liberal

Ben Cardin supports policies that increase affordable housing options, prevent homelessness, and address housing discrimination. He advocates for investments in housing infrastructure and programs that help low-income families access safe and stable housing.


Transportation

Liberal

Ben Cardin believes in investing in transportation infrastructure, improving public transit options, and reducing traffic congestion. He supports policies that promote sustainable transportation solutions and address the needs of urban and rural communities.


Veterans affairs

Liberal

Ben Cardin is committed to supporting veterans and their families by ensuring they have access to quality healthcare, education, and job opportunities. He advocates for policies that address veteran homelessness, mental health issues, and improve VA services.


Voting rights

Liberal

Ben Cardin believes in protecting and expanding voting rights for all Americans. He supports measures to increase voter participation, combat voter suppression, and ensure fair and secure elections. He advocates for policies that strengthen democracy and protect the integrity of the electoral process.

Contact Benjamin L. Cardin

Phone Number

(202) 224-4524


State

DC


City

Washington


Address

509 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510


Zip Code

20515

Comments

Latest Bills

Wild Olympics Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Bill S 1737December 4, 2025
DUMP Red Tape Act
Bill HR 4305December 4, 2025
BOWOW Act
Bill HR 4638December 4, 2025
Ensuring Casualty Assistance for our Firefighters Act
Bill HR 4671December 4, 2025
Electric Supply Chain Act
Bill HR 3638December 4, 2025
SCORE Act
Bill HR 4312December 4, 2025
Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025
Bill HR 3632December 4, 2025
Transparency in Reporting of Adversarial Contributions to Education Act
Bill HR 1049December 4, 2025
To require public elementary and secondary schools to disclose certain funds received from, or contracts with, a foreign source, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 1005December 4, 2025
Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act of 2025
Bill HR 2965December 4, 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution's development of an international binding agreement, which is expected to be completed at its Fifth Session in Busan, Republic of Korea in December 2024.
Bill SRES 893November 21, 2024
A resolution commemorating 175 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Republic of Guatemala.
Bill SRES 767July 16, 2024
A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
Bill SRES 743July 8, 2024
A resolution celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments and vital role of women business owners in the United States.
Bill SRES 96December 15, 2023
A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Fred R. Harris, former Senator for the State of Oklahoma.
Bill SRES 925December 31, 2024
A resolution expressing concern that illegal, unregulated, and unreported fishing threatens security, prosperity, and biodiversity in Latin America and the Caribbean and facilitates human trafficking, including forced labor, and other inhumane and criminal practices in the region.
Bill SRES 92December 15, 2023
A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".
Bill SRES 915December 3, 2024