Senator Ted Budd, Republican from North Carolina

Ted Budd

Senator · North Carolina · Republican

Ted Budd

Biography
Ted Budd built his career as a small business owner before entering politics. Elected as U.S. Senator for North Carolina in 2022, Budd focuses on economic growth, border security, and veterans’ support. He has advocated for lower taxes through legislation and served on the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Budd approaches his role by emphasizing practical solutions and direct engagement with constituents across North Carolina.
Education
  • M.B.A., Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
    2007
  • M.A. in Educational Leadership and Family Life,
    1998
  • B.S. in Business Management, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC
    1994
Professional History
  • U.S. Senator

    2023–Present

    Senator from North Carolina. 1 term.

  • U.S. Representative

    2017–2023

    Represented North Carolina's 13th congressional district for 3 terms.

  • Executive Vice President, The Budd Group

  • Owner, Proshots Indoor Range & Training

Policy Focus
Finance and Financial Sector12%
Government Operations and Politics8%
International Affairs5%
Taxation5%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Ted Budd's record in Congress.

  • Veterans Affairs Reform

    Co-sponsored the VA MISSION Act to improve veterans' access to private healthcare options.

  • School Safety Funding

    Supported the STOP School Violence Act to increase funding for school safety and violence prevention programs.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Advocated for increased federal investment in rural broadband to improve internet access in underserved North Carolina communities.

  • Opioid Crisis Response

    Backed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to strengthen federal efforts against opioid addiction.

Committee Assignments
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  • Joint Economic Committee
  • Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
  • Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
  • Senate Committee on Armed Services

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