Policy pillars — derived from activity record
Electoral integrity
16 actionsWilson's electoral integrity votes reflect tension between supporting transparency measures and opposing citizenship documentation requirements, suggesting prioritization of voting access over restrictive verification procedures.
Criminal justice
50 actionsWilson's criminal justice voting pattern reflects support for drug enforcement and human trafficking prevention initiatives but opposition to enhanced penalties for drug trafficking, stricter juvenile justice measures, and law enforcement expansionism.
Fiscal policy
89 actionsWilson's fiscal policy votes reflect support for disaster relief and broad spending allocations while opposing measures to expand presidential spending authority and increase certain tax obligations, indicating pragmatic support for targeted government spending rather than a consistent ideological position.
Healthcare
36 actionsWilson's healthcare votes reflect competing priorities, supporting government-funded disease research and occupational health protections while opposing expansions of federal healthcare funding and employer-based insurance flexibility.
Education
26 actionsWilson's education votes reflect support for parental oversight and pregnant student support but opposition to worker training flexibility and accelerated financial aid processing.
Economy and labor
47 actionsWilson's voting pattern on economic issues reflects inconsistent priorities, supporting targeted interventions for underrepresented small business entrepreneurs while opposing broader trade liberalization and supply chain resilience measures that might expand market competition and capital formation.
Environment and energy
158 actionsWilson's voting pattern on environmental issues reflects competing priorities between strengthening pollution and emissions regulations while sometimes opposing measures that balance environmental protection with other policy objectives like forest management efficiency.
Immigration
54 actionsWilson consistently opposes restrictive immigration enforcement measures and supports policies that protect immigrant rights and access to asylum.
National security and foreign policy
194 actionsWilson demonstrates a consistent pro-national security voting pattern, supporting measures to counter terrorism, strengthen defense infrastructure, and promote human rights as security strategy while opposing certain financial transparency initiatives.
Civil rights and liberties
47 actionsWilson's civil rights voting pattern reflects support for protecting historically marginalized groups and democratic participation while showing concern about restricting individual expression and speech rights, creating tension between different liberty priorities.
Social policy
25 actionsWilson's social policy votes reflect support for veteran services, child welfare protections, and substance abuse prevention, but opposition to expansions of Social Security benefits, Native American family services, and international adoption access suggests inconsistency in her approach to broadening social safety net programs.
Technology and data
37 actionsWilson supports privacy-focused technology development and consumer data protections while opposing cryptocurrency and blockchain regulatory frameworks alongside deregulatory infrastructure initiatives.
Civil liberties and government power
8 actionsWilson's voting pattern on civil liberties reflects competing priorities between protecting judicial oversight of government power and opposing constraints on government surveillance and speech regulation authority.
Government accountability and transparency
141 actionsWilson's voting pattern reflects consistent opposition to mechanisms that enhance legislative oversight of the executive branch and regulatory transparency, while showing selective support only for internal congressional accountability measures.
Infrastructure and public investment
31 actionsWilson demonstrates strong support for federal public investment across diverse infrastructure domains including water systems, transit, broadband, utilities, and space exploration, with selective opposition to certain land transfers and commemorative projects.
Activity ledger — most recent first
Apr 30, 2026
Wilson stated that Yemen deserves independence from Iran and its Houthi puppets, and that sanctions on Houthis promote Yemen's sovereignty with Saudi Arabian aid.
Mar 27, 2026
Wilson of South Carolina submitted a statement to the Congressional Record expressing gratitude for President Trump's actions to reduce government regulations in the energy field and describing the Department of Energy's approval of a portable microreactor test and nuclear reactor development partnerships at the Savannah River Site.
Mar 17, 2026
Wilson submitted for the Congressional Record an editorial from The New York Post criticizing Democrats for defunding the Department of Homeland Security during increased security threats from Iran.
Mar 12, 2026
Wilson highlighted the importance of H. pylori screening for preventing stomach cancer and stated that he authored a letter with Representative Josh Gottheimer to the Appropriations Committee's Subcommittee on Defense requesting continued inclusion of stomach cancer in the DoD's Peer-Reviewed Cancer Research Program.
Feb 20, 2026
Wilson rose to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Chipyong-ni, describing it as a major turning point in the Korean War where American and French forces held their ground against Chinese and North Korean attacks.
Feb 11, 2026
Wilson submitted an article to the Congressional Record stating that Putin should apologize for his January 29th, 2026 phone call pledge to President Trump regarding Ukrainian utilities, for keeping kidnapped Ukrainian children, and for meetings with Trump envoys while restocking weapons from Iran, China, and North Korea.
Feb 11, 2026
Wilson submitted an article to the Congressional Record about former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares's allegations of an organized, well-funded network supporting antisemitic activity and anti-Israel protests in the United States.
Feb 9, 2026
Wilson of South Carolina entered into the Record an article from the National Review by Kamden Mulder regarding the sentencing of Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison.
Jan 22, 2026
Wilson announced Governor Henry McMaster's 2027 Executive Budget priorities for South Carolina, which include investing over one billion dollars in roads, cutting income tax, raising teacher pay, expanding school choice, and providing scholarships for workforce technical colleges.
Dec 18, 2025
Wilson submitted a statement for the Congressional Record describing Russian attacks on Odessa, Ukraine, and included a message from Ukrainian Prayer Breakfast Leader Pavel Unguryan detailing the humanitarian crisis in the city.
Dec 17, 2025
Wilson of South Carolina welcomed the expansion of Hoffman & Hoffman in the 2nd District of South Carolina and noted the company's $8.5 million investment would create 60 new jobs with a new facility expected to open in the second quarter of 2026.
Dec 12, 2025
Wilson honored Major General Jami C. Shawley's military career and service as she prepared to retire, noting her roles as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy and Acting Senior Director for Africa on the National Security Council.
Dec 12, 2025
Wilson recognized Miriam Atria's retirement from Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism and her 42-year career in the tourism industry, highlighting her awards and accomplishments including establishing Lake Murray's reputation as the "Jewel of South Carolina" and facilitating the relocation of the historic Lorick Plantation Home.
Dec 12, 2025
Wilson of South Carolina spoke in support of the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act, stating that his language was included in the bill regarding the Savannah River Site nuclear modernization, defense research programs at universities, and repeal of the Caesar Act.
Dec 10, 2025
Wilson expressed gratitude to Virginia J. Burnley, Chief Government Relations Officer at the United Service Organizations (USO), for her eight years of service to America and noted her accomplishments in supporting service members and their families.
Oct 17, 2025
Wilson of South Carolina submitted for the Congressional Record a statement quoting Greg Gutfeld's Fox Television commentary from September 23rd regarding media coverage of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Jul 22, 2025
Wilson submitted an article to the Congressional Record paying tribute to the late Ed Feulner, quoting Stephen Moore's statement about Feulner's contributions to free-market conservatism and think tank development.
Jul 2, 2025
Wilson recognized Watchmen Broadcasting on 30 years of ministry, noting the organization's growth from local broadcasting with 1,000 watts of power to international broadcasting with 150,000 watts of power and its role in helping tens of thousands reach salvation and preventing over 8,000 suicides.
Jun 17, 2025
Wilson congratulated Dr. Dave Olson, President and Program Manager at Savannah River Mission Completion, upon his retirement after more than 40 years of service and acknowledged his accomplishments in safety, security, and project management at the Savannah River Site.
Jun 11, 2025
Wilson spoke about the establishment of the Friendship Group Bulgaria--USA in the National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria and discussed his history of supporting Bulgarian-American relations since 1990.
May 29, 2025
Wilson submitted an op-ed by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo titled "The Kurds Deserve Better" from the New York Post (dated May 20, 2025) into the Congressional Record.
May 23, 2025
Wilson rose to congratulate Dennis Carr, President and CEO at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, upon his retirement after 44 years of service.
May 19, 2025
Wilson of South Carolina welcomed the Kimberly-Clark Corporation's expansion in the Second District of South Carolina, noting the planned addition of 1.1 million square feet in 2027, $200 million investment, and creation of over 150 new jobs.
May 15, 2025
Wilson welcomed Techo-Bloc to the Second District of South Carolina, noting the company's planned $45 million investment and creation of more than 40 new jobs in Lexington County beginning in fall 2026.
May 14, 2025
Wilson welcomed Techo-Bloc to the Second District of South Carolina and noted the company's planned $45 million investment and creation of more than 40 new jobs in Lexington County beginning in fall 2026.
Apr 30, 2025
Wilson submitted an article for the Congressional Record regarding a U.S.-India energy trade deal announced by Vice President J.D. Vance.
Apr 21, 2025
Wilson recognized the United Way of the Midlands on their 100th birthday and acknowledged their work addressing homelessness, children's literacy, lack of access to healthcare, affordable housing, workforce development, and STEM education in six counties in central South Carolina.
Dec 18, 2024
Beagle Brigade Act of 2023 — This bill advances government transparency by requiring the Department of Agriculture to report to Congress on threats to agriculture and natural resources.
Dec 18, 2024
DETECT Fentanyl and Xylazine Act of 2024 — This bill supports national security by authorizing the Department of Homeland Security to develop better technology for detecting dangerous drugs at borders and ports of entry.
Dec 18, 2024
Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act — This bill advances Native American sovereignty and self-determination by transferring land to tribal control, supporting the civil right of indigenous peoples to govern their own territories.
Dec 17, 2024
Never Again Education Reauthorization Act of 2023 — This bill supports Holocaust education programs by extending federal authorization and funding for educational initiatives through 2030.
Dec 17, 2024
Midnight Rules Relief Act — This bill makes it easier for Congress to overturn multiple regulations at once during presidential transitions, which could reduce executive branch accountability by allowing rapid reversal of rules without individual scrutiny.
Dec 11, 2024
Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 — This bill extends and updates federal programs that protect endangered wildlife species and their habitats through conservation funding and partnerships.
Dec 11, 2024
Increasing Baseline Updates Act — This bill would advance government transparency by requiring the Congressional Budget Office to publish more frequent budget projections and disclose the economic data behind their calculations.
Dec 10, 2024
SHIELD Against CCP Act — This bill strengthens U.S. national security by establishing a coordinated effort within the Department of Homeland Security to identify and counter security threats posed by China across multiple critical areas including terrorism, cyber attacks, and border protection.
Dec 10, 2024
Liberty in Laundry Act — This bill would restrict the federal government's ability to set energy efficiency standards for washing machines, making it harder to reduce energy consumption through appliance regulations.
Dec 10, 2024
Improving Federal Building Security Act of 2024 — This bill strengthens security at federal buildings by requiring committees to act on expert security recommendations, which enhances protection of government facilities and personnel.
Mar 21, 2024
Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act of 2023 — This bill strengthens national security by reducing Chinese government influence over U.S. shipping infrastructure and giving federal authorities more power to prevent foreign manipulation of maritime commerce.
Mar 21, 2024
Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy. — This bill opposes a carbon tax as economically harmful, taking a stance against a potential revenue-raising or economy-regulating tax policy.
Mar 21, 2024
Denouncing the harmful, anti-American energy policies of the Biden administration, and for other purposes. — This bill opposes environmental regulations on energy production and federal lands while promoting increased domestic fossil fuel development.
Mar 20, 2024
Restoring American Energy Dominance Act — This bill would block new environmental protections and climate provisions for oil and gas leasing on public lands, favoring fossil fuel extraction over energy transition goals.
Mar 20, 2024
Protecting American Energy Production Act — This bill would protect fossil fuel extraction through fracking by preventing the President from restricting it without Congress approval and prioritizing state over federal environmental regulation.
Mar 19, 2024
Condemning the illegal abduction and forcible transfer of children from Ukraine to the Russian Federation. — This bill strengthens the U.S. position on a major foreign conflict by formally condemning Russian actions against Ukrainian children and supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Mar 19, 2024
Upholding the Dayton Peace Agreement Through Sanctions Act — This bill uses sanctions to protect the stability and democracy of Bosnia and Herzegovina, advancing U.S. foreign policy interests in maintaining peace in a strategically important region.
Mar 13, 2024
Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act — This bill would restrict or ban applications controlled by foreign adversaries like China from operating in the United States to protect national security and prevent foreign surveillance of Americans.
Feb 29, 2024
Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024 — This bill extends federal funding and authorization for airport infrastructure programs and aviation services, supporting continued public investment in transportation infrastructure.
Feb 29, 2024
Extension of Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act, 2024 — This bill authorizes federal spending to keep government operating and funds student aid programs, representing a decision to maintain current spending levels rather than make cuts or increases.
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