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Ted Budd

R U.S. Senate
State
NC
Salary
$174,000/year
Tenure
3 years, 3 months
18
Recorded Votes
7
Became Law
44
Bills Sponsored
All Representatives

Ted Budd is an Independent Senator from NC serving in the 119th Congress (2025–2027). In office for 3 years, 3 months, they have cast 18 recorded votes, seen 7 measures become law, and sponsored 44 bills. Next election in 2028.

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