U.S. Senator
Mark Kelly
Arizona
DemocratModerate Liberal
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Voting Profile
Legislative Record
Most Active Policy Areas
#1 healthcare#2 other#3 environment energy#4 defense
86
Votes Analyzed
Data sources: voteview, congress.gov
Political Position
Ideology Spectrum
-0.26Moderate Liberal
Mark Kelly's voting record places him as a moderate liberal within the Democratic Party, with an ideology score that is somewhat more conservative than the average Senate Democrat. His positions reflect a centrist approach that balances progressive priorities with pragmatic considerations, consistent with representing a politically competitive state like Arizona.
LiberalModerateConservative
Democrat avg
More conservative than the average Democrat (-0.38)
Data source: VoteView NOMINATE scores (UCLA/UC San Diego)
Policy Positions
Category Breakdown
86
total votes analyzed
Overview
Senator Mark Kelly, a former NASA astronaut and Navy combat pilot, has established a voting record that emphasizes defense, healthcare, and environmental issues during his time in the Senate. His 100% support rate on defense-related votes reflects his military background and commitment to national security matters. On healthcare, Kelly has voted in favor of related measures roughly 59% of the time, suggesting a nuanced approach that considers multiple perspectives on health policy. His environmental and energy votes show stronger support at 67%, indicating prioritization of climate and energy issues. Kelly's voting pattern demonstrates independence from his party on certain issues, positioning him as a moderate voice within the Democratic caucus. This approach aligns with Arizona's status as a swing state with diverse political viewpoints.
Key Positions
- •Strong supporter of defense and national security measures (100% support rate)
- •Generally supportive of environmental and clean energy initiatives
- •Moderate stance on healthcare policy
- •More conservative than average Senate Democrat on some issues
- •Voted against certain agricultural measures in recorded votes
By Policy Area
Healthcare44
59% yea41% nay
Other14
57% yea43% nay
Environment & Energy12
67% yea33% nay
Defense7
100% yea0% nay
Analysis updated: January 9, 2026
Campaign Finance
Follow the Money
Includes all authorized campaign committees (principal committee, joint fundraising, and other authorized committees). Outside spending by Super PACs and independent groups is shown separately below. Verify on FEC.gov →
Career: $245.5M
Fundraising Over Time
Raised per election cycleSpent
Contribution Sources
Individual$98.2M
99%
PAC / Committees$837K
1%
Individual Breakdown
Itemized (>$200)
$50.9M
Small Dollar (<$200)
$47.3M
Donation Sizes
Under $200
$33.5M · 83%
$200 – 499
$2.4M · 6%
$500 – 999
$1.8M · 5%
$1,000 – 1,999
$1.5M · 4%
$2,000+
$1.2M · 3%
Share of individual contribution dollars by donation size, current election cycle.
Where the Money Comes From
In-state (AZ)$2.9M · 21%
Out-of-state$11.1M · 79%
Itemized individual contributions only (donations over $200 report the donor's state). Small-dollar donations are not included because the FEC does not itemize them.
AZ
$2.9M
CA
$2.4M
NY
$745K
TX
$719K
FL
$607K
WA
$554K
MA
$538K
IL
$385K
Top Contributors
Top Contributing Industries
Top Donor Employers
NOT EMPLOYED$9.6M
SELF EMPLOYED$871K
RETIRED$230K
SELF$19K
HERITAGE CAPITAL CORPORATION$14K
MASS GENERAL HOSPITAL$14K
REGLAGENE, INC.$14K
THE WONDERFUL COMPANY$13K
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA$13K
NULL$12K
GOOGLE$12K
FLAGSHIP PIONEERING$11K
Employer as self-reported by itemized donors. “Not Employed” and “Self-Employed” typically rank highest for small-dollar campaigns and include retirees.
Where the Money Goes
Spending by Purpose
Other / Uncategorized
$16.6M
Fundraising
$3.2M
Transfers
$375K
Advertising
$231K
Refunds
$222K
Contributions
$131K
Administrative
$13K
Travel
$2K
Purpose categories are self-reported on FEC filings; large “Other” totals are common.
Top Payees
1.$11.1M
AISLE 518 STRATEGIES, LLC
2.$1.7M
A.B. DATA, LTD
3.$1.5M
RWT PRODUCTION, LLC
4.$1.3M
ACTBLUE TECHNICAL SERVICES
5.$902K
GUSTO
6.$569K
AMERICAN EXPRESS
7.$460K
NGP VAN INC
8.$431K
DOUBLE TAP CAMPAIGNS, LLC
Detailed Breakdown
Expenditures
Operating Costs
$97.0M
Operating Offsets
$9K
Net Operating
$97.0M
Transfers
Transfers Out
$1.4M
Refunds
Individual Refunds
$1.2M
Committee Refunds
$5K
Outside Spending (Super PACs)
Supporting
$14.5M
Opposing
$112.6M
Total Outside Spending
$127.1M
Top Outside Spenders
01
$26.2MNRSC
-$26.2M
02
$24.3MSENATE LEADERSHIP FUND
-$24.3M
03
$22.4MDEFENDARIZONA
-$22.4M
04
$12.6MCLUB FOR GROWTH ACTION
-$12.6M
05
$10.7MTHE SENTINEL ACTION FUND
-$10.7M
06
$9.6MSAVING ARIZONA PAC
-$9.6M
07
$6.1MPRIORITIES USA ACTION
+$6.1M
08
$5.2MMAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN INC.
-$5.2M
Independent expenditures are made without coordination with the candidate. Source: FEC Schedule E filings.
Coverage: 1/1/2019 – 12/31/2020FEC: S0AZ00350Updated: 8/12/2026Source: FEC.gov (all authorized committees)
Voting Record
Congressional Votes
67 votes across 9 categories