Steve Daines Incumbent
Republican · Running for re-election · U.S. Senate
Background
Steve Daines (R) has served in the U.S. Senate since 2015, after one term in the U.S. House. He worked as a technology company executive before entering politics. Stated priorities include public lands, energy development, and federal regulation.
Sources: Ballotpedia; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
Issue Positions
- Economy
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Supports tax cuts, deregulation, and reduced federal spending. Emphasizes agriculture, energy, and small business.
- Healthcare
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Opposes the Affordable Care Act and supports market-based reforms. Emphasizes rural healthcare access.
- Immigration
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Supports stronger border security and enforcement. Backs increased border funding.
- Climate/Environment
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Supports domestic energy production, including coal and gas, and public land access. Backs conservation of public lands for recreation while opposing major federal climate regulations.
- Gun Policy
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Opposes new gun control measures and supports Second Amendment rights. Opposes expanded restrictions.
- Education
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Supports school choice and workforce training. Opposes federal student loan forgiveness.
Endorsements
Voting Record (8)
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Motion to Proceed to S. 4784
July 14, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted No
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. (H.Con.Res. 86)
June 23, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644)
June 22, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6644 with an Amendment (SA 5823)
June 18, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Secure America Act (S. 2)
June 5, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed to S. Res. 526
May 13, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar. (S.Res. 690)
May 11, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: S. Res. 690
April 30, 2026 · Source ↗