Ex-lawmakers are increasingly choosing to advise clients rather than register to lobby after their lobbying prohibition ends, which keeps their clients hidden from the public. Launched in 2004, GovTrack helps everyone learn about and track the activities of the United States Congress. Capitol Office. [8], In 1988, he won reelection against Democrat James Askew 61%38%.[16]. on Wednesday joined Husch Blackwell Strategies, a Washington, D.C., lobbying firm with close ties to the veteran GOP senator. Young Americans have historically been the least involved in politics, despite the huge consequences policies can have on them. Otherwise, try contacting your own senator: You are currently on the website GovTrack.us, which has no affiliation with Blunt and is not a government website. (Senate), 2021 Oct-Dec (House), 2000 Oct-Dec Apr 26, 2023, But presidents still wouldnt be able to move their legal cases to the shows The Peoples Court or Divorce Court. and was a Republican. He was re-elected to the position with 61 percent of the vote in 1988. We are also still on Instagram at @govtrack.us posting 60-second video summaries of legislation in Congress. If signed into law, the bill would create a special fund to pay for infrastructure projects across the United States, according to Ripon Advance. Former Sen. Senator Roy Blunt of Missouri", "Blunt Meets with Judge Amy Coney Barrett | U.S. Committee on Rules and Administration, today announced that Rachelle Schroeder He There has been no shortage of (Senate), 2020 Jan-Mar (House), 2009 Jul-Sep Blunt, the Greene County Clerk, decided to run for the open seat and won the Republican primary, but lost the general election to State Representative Ken Rothman 56%44%. It might have even set a record. We dont track why legislators miss votes, but its often due to medical absenses, major life events, and running for higher office. Blunt sponsored bills primarily in these issue areas: Health (17%) Deputy Chief of Staff at U.S. 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. (Senate), 2012 Nov-Dec After a decades-long career in public service for Missouri, U.S. for the 2021 Inauguration. He was previously [34], On January 14, 2006, Blunt issued a release claiming that the majority of the Republican caucus had endorsed him as DeLay's successor. We hope to enable educators to build lesson plans centered around any bill or vote in Congress, even those as recent as yesterday. 3, 2022 at 6:56 PM CDT (KMOV) -- U.S. Sen. from Missouri Roy Blunt told ABC News Sunday he will not be giving SCOTUS nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson a vote of approval . [83], The Wall Street Journal reported in February 2012 that "Blunt introduced an amendment to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that would allow an employer to deny health services if they conflict with their 'religious beliefs or moral convictions'. [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), 2010 Jul-Sep Kit ( R) - Retired Index of Sen. Roy Blunt's staff, past and present Adkins, Bozzel Fred IV (Freddie) Ahrens, Michael R. (Mike) Akers, Nathaniel James (Nathan) Allman, Asher D. Amirhooshmand, Ali Anderson, William L. (Will) Anderson, Sonya A. Anderson, Mark Joseph Andrae, Colleen M. Apt, Frederick G. IV (Derick) From Jan 2011 to Dec 2022, Blunt missed 184 of 3,912 roll call votes, which is 4.7%. 3688) to implement the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. Stacy McHatton McBride - Principal - Husch Blackwell Strategies - LinkedIn He stated he had heard the statement in Congressional testimony by "some people who are supposed to be experts on Canadian health care. The lights are on at. [18] In the general election, he defeated Democrat Ruth Bamberger 65%32%. (House), 2000 Jan-Mar I am proud to call Orange County home and honored to be our advocate in the State Senate. Blunt gained a reputation as a dealmaker and institutionalist. (House), 2001 Jan-Mar (House), 2004 Oct-Dec 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. Sanders: Biden could win in a landslide. [42] Before the certification, Blunt said he would support the certification of the election, in contrast to his fellow Missouri senator Josh Hawley. [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. After early enthusiasm, Blunt has been ambivalent about supporting the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP). Now what? Her knowledge and experience will continue to [41], Blunt was at the U.S. Capitol when Trump supporters attacked it on January 6, 2021, serving as a teller for the 2021 United States Electoral College vote count certification, alongside Senator Amy Klobuchar, Representative Rodney Davis, and Representative Zoe Lofgren. [43] While Blunt observed the deliberations over the objection to counting Arizona's votes, led by Ted Cruz, the Capitol was breached. If you teach United States government and would like to speak with us about bringing legislative data into your classroom, please reach out! He married Roseann Ray in May 1967; he had three children with her: Matt, the former governor of Missouri, Amy Blunt Mosby and Andrew Blunt. In attendance was Sen. Roy Blunt, who often pushed for federal funds for the depot. 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? (House), 2006 Jul-Sep (Senate), 2016 Nov-Dec Capitol Office, 1021 O Street, Suite 5350. last year, the organizations highest congressional honor. the representative for Missouris 7th congressional district campaigning at Lauf Equipment Co. in Jefferson City, Mo. Along with other senators, Blunt was removed from the Senate floor to an undisclosed location as the insurrectionists moved closer to the Senate chambers. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Wolfe. (House), 2006 Apr-Jun Blunts tenure in Congress began in 1996 when he won Missouris 7th Congressional District by a wide margin over his Democratic opponent. 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? In every job Missourians have allowed me to have, Ive tried to do my best, Blunt said Monday. H.R. (Senate), 2017 Apr-Jun (Senate), 2019 Jul-Sep 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. 964 (110th): Securely Protect Yourself Against Cyber Trespass Act, 1997 Jan-Mar [8], Two years later, he earned a master's degree in history from Southwest Missouri State University. (Senate), 2019 Apr-Jun GovTrack.us is not a government website. She previously served as Clerk for the Immigration (9%) and Administration, replacing Fitzhugh Elder IV who has been named Republican Party leaders focus more on setting their partys legislative priorties than on introducing legislation. During his time in the House, Blunt served on the House International Relations Committee, as well as Transportation, Agriculture, and Energy and Commerce committees and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. On February 19, 2009, Blunt announced he would seek the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate election for the seat being vacated by incumbent Republican U.S. "[32], Blunt has been a supporter of free-trade agreements. Blunt handily defeated U.S. Representative John Shadegg of Arizona for the position. For his focus on agriculture and the economy, Blunt was awarded the Golden Plow award by the American Farm Bureau Federation last year, the organizations highest congressional honor. (House), 2008 Jan-Mar Paul Guaglianone, who will serve as Legislative Director, has over 10 years of experience in Congress, including time in the offices of Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO), Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI-1), and the House Committee on Ways and Means. 4. [29], He voted in favor of the unsuccessful Federal Marriage Amendment which sought to place a national ban on same-sex marriage, and has voted against gay adoption. [15] He became the first Republican to hold the post in 50 years. Blunt ran in Missouri's 7th congressional district, the state's most conservative district, in the Ozark Mountains in the southwest. Join GovTrack.uss Inner Circle With a Yearly Membership, In retaliation for prosecutor Alvin Bragg indicting Trump, ALVIN Act would ban federal funds for, On March 29, Arizona Republican Andy Biggs introduced a (possible record) 521 bills in one day, No More Political Prosecutions Act would give presidents like Trump option to move their legal, S. 3405 (117th): Low Power Protection Act. Former Representative Roy Blunt (R-Missouri, 7th) - LegiStorm Nomination Confirmed 92/1 on Dec 3, 2012. (House), 2002 Jul-Sep (Senate), 2016 Apr-Jun If youve visited a bill page on GovTrack.us recently, you may have noticed a new study guide tab located just below the bill title. remarkable job leading the Republican staff of the Rules Committee over the The rider's language originated in an agriculture spending bill in the U.S. "In every job Missourians have allowed me to have, I've tried to do my best," Blunt said Monday. I want to urge Blunt to take an action on a bill. (House), 1999 Jan-Mar (House), 1998 Jan-Mar on Monday means there are now five GOP senators calling it quits ahead of the 2022 . March 10 at 8:00 AM. Contact Assembly Member Dawn Addis. Look for a contact form on Sen. Roy Blunts website to express your opinion. Former United States Senator from Missouri, This article is about the politician. Rachelle Schroeder has served as Deputy Republican Staff Director Prior to Lincoln, he earned an associates degree from State Fair Community College. Voters in southwest Missouri elected Blunt to seven terms in the House of Representatives . 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; Blunts first elected position was as Greene County Clerk which he won three times. [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. Blunt's announcement set off a wave . The Blunts say they are careful not to seek influence for their clients with Senator Blunt. (Senate), 2014 Jul-Sep He also serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee; the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee; and the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. It doesn't mention any specific procedure. Blunt will also reunite with Stacy McBride, his chief of staff in the Senate who joined the firm last month. Please help us make GovTrack better address the needs of educators by joining our advisory group. After Announcement | Roy Blunt [4][5][6], Blunt was born on January 10, 1950, in Niangua, Missouri,[7] the son of Neva Dora (ne Letterman) and Leroy Blunt, a politician. [58], In 2021, Blunt was one of 43 senators who voted to acquit Trump in his second impeachment trial. (Senate), 2016 Jul-Sep [45], In the wake of the attack, Blunt said he would not support impeaching Trump and that there was "no time" to do so. 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. Kaitlyn Schallhorn contributed to this report. Staff Director of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee. [2] Blunt, who is the dean of Missouri's congressional delegation, was elected to serve as Policy Committee chairman in November 2018. Blunt, Former Sen. Roy ( R) - Retired Others who have held this office Long, Former Rep. Billy ( R) - Ran for Senate Index of Rep. Roy Blunt's staff, past and present Adkins, Bozzel Fred IV (Freddie) Ahrens, Michael R. (Mike) Akers, Nathaniel James (Nathan) Allman, Asher D. Amirhooshmand, Ali Anderson, William L. (Will) Anderson, Sonya A. The bill was signed into law on November 30, 2021. [99], Blunt ran for re-election to the U.S. Senate in 2016. Blunt won two elections to the U.S. Senate, eventually becoming the fourth-ranking Republican in the chamber. Senator Roy Blunt announced Monday he would be leaving his Senate seat in 2022. worse than Not all Members of Congress will accept messages from non-constituents. Committee Membership. Opinion: Supporting slot machines in neighborhood grocery stores and gas stations isnt conservative. (House), 2003 Oct-Dec Sen. Roy Blunt, R-Mo . ), top Republican on the U.S. Senate on the January 6th attack. He was subsequently elected to the position three times and served a total of 12 years. (House), 2004 Jan-Mar These include the percentages of new hires or overall workforce who are veterans, the availability of particular types of training and leadership development opportunities, and other factors that show an employer's commitment to support veterans after their military careers. Additionally, Blunt chairs the Senate Republican Policy Committee and led the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies that organized President Joe Bidens inauguration in January. Website. 2 Republican in the House. You can try your luck by visiting Blunts website. (Senate), 2014 Nov-Dec [78], In April 2013, Blunt was one of forty-six senators to vote against the passing of a bill which would have expanded background checks for all gun buyers. [20], Blunt received a 97% rating from the United States Chamber of Commerce. S. 3307 (117th): Wilsons Creek National Battlefield Boundary Revision Act of 2021. Sen. Roy Blunt Former Senator for Missouri pronounced roy // blunt Blunt was a senator from Missouri and was a Republican. Official Manual of Missouri, 2007-2008, p. 649. 816 (117th): A resolution designating September 4, 2022, as National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness , S.Con.Res. 117th Congress: Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) - The Washington Post (Senate), 2014 Apr-Jun Staff Director of the Senate Rules Committee from April 2018 to July 2021, and (House), 2004 Jul-Sep (House), 2000 Jul-Sep Blunt was directly tied to the Jack Abramoff scandal and he was known for secretly trying to insert provisions in legislation for his own benefit at the expense of competitors. a tremendous asset to the Ag Committee and the entire Senate moving forward.. March 8, 2021 at 12:38 p.m. EST. Im grateful for his service on the committee and I know he will be The chart is based on the bills Blunt sponsored and cosponsored (House), 2001 Oct-Dec Our public interest mission means we will never put our service behind a paywall. [48], During the 117th Congress, Blunt's committee and subcommittee appointments are as follows. Analysis | Roy Blunt's Senate exit highlights big opportunity for GOP's Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO) | The American Association of Collegiate U.S. Senate The most recent include: Does 33 not sound like a lot? He received 94% lifetime and 96% 2004 ratings from the conservative American Conservative Union, a 14% rating from the ACLU,[30] and a 92% rating from the conservative Christian Coalition. (House), 2011 Jan-Mar [96], In 2013 Blunt voted against Employment Non-Discrimination Act, which would have outlawed employer discrimination based on sexuality or gender identity. Sen. Eric Schmitt(R-MO) | The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. "[66] In 2015, Blunt sponsored an unsuccessful amendment which "called on the Senate to nullify a climate change agreement in November between the United States and China in which both nations pledged to reduce their carbon emissions. (Senate), 2022 Nov-Dec Rachelle has led the Republican staffs work ), 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 International Affairs (11%) Former Sen. Roy Blunt joins DC lobbying firm | The Hill And it didn't require the secretary to do anything that the secretary thought was the wrong thing to do. Neither bill passed. degree in history in 1970 from Southwest Baptist University. Dec 30, 2022 It's been the honor of a lifetime to represent Missouri in Congress. (Senate), 2018 Oct-Dec Very few bills are ever enacted most legislators sponsor only a handful that are signed into law. 820 (117th): A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of the Reserve Officers Association, now , S.Res. 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. Roy Blunt - Wikipedia (House), 2005 Jan-Mar Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) Senator Roy Blunt of Missouri Won't Seek Reelection in 2022 Roy Blunt of Missouri (2019-2023) Joni Ernst of Iowa (2023-Present) About Chairman joni ernst A native of Red Oak, Iowa, Senator Joni Ernst has dedicated her life to her state and country, having served in the military for over 23 years, and now serving in the United States Senate. a deep appreciation for this institution and all of the people who work and Missouri Attorney General William Webster won the Republican primary, defeating Blunt and Missouri Treasurer Wendell Bailey 44%40%15%. Blunt remarked that the endeavor to create a "more perfect Union" is a continuing project and said, "we are more than we have been and we are less than we hope to be". [39], According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Blunt "has one of the Senate's most conservative voting records, yet he generally avoids the confrontational, firebrand style" and during his tenure in the U.S. Senate "Blunt's most significant legislative accomplishments all had Democrat co-sponsors. He served from 2011 to 2022. [12], Blunt entered politics in 1973, when he was appointed county clerk and chief election official of Greene County, Missouri. (Senate), 2022 Jul-Sep Blunt the median of 2.4% 0:00. [105] All three children are corporate lobbyists. and Administration, replacing Fitzhugh Elder IV who has been named Republican (House), 2000 Apr-Jun US Senator Roy Blunt | BillTrack50 Senator Roy Blunt (@RoyBlunt) / Twitter Blunt does not plan on registering to lobby and will focus on advising clients, the firm said. [28][61][62], On June 20, 2013, Blunt co-sponsored the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. This is He held several prominent roles, chairing the Senate Rules Committee and Senate Republican Policy Committee and serving as the No. PDF 152 Congressional Directory - govinfo Senator Roy Blunt . U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt of Missouri will not run for reelection in 2022 - KMBC [35] But when the election was held by secret ballot on February 2, 2006, U.S. Representative John Boehner of Ohio won on the second ballot, with 122 votes to 109 for Blunt. P.O. for the 2020 elections, to strengthening campus security and managing Longtime US Senate Chief of Staff Stacy McBride Joins Husch Blackwell [77], Blunt has an "A" rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA). U.S. [14] In the general election, he defeated Democratic State Representative Gary D. Sharpe 54%46%. In November 2006, House Republicans elected Blunt to their second-highest position during the 110th Congress, Minority Whip. (Senate), 2012 Jan-Mar Former Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) Lawmakers", "Rep. 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