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Dan
S. Sullivan

Incumbent Republican U.S. Senator Dan S. Sullivan of Alaska is seeking a third term in 2026.

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Background

Dan S. Sullivan is the Republican U.S. senator from Alaska, first sworn in on January 6, 2015, and currently seeking reelection in 2026. Born in Fairview Park, Ohio, he has been an Anchorage resident since the late 1990s. He holds a B.A. in economics from Harvard University (1987) and a joint J.D. and Master of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University (1993). 123)56

Before his Senate career, Sullivan worked as a private-practice attorney (1997–2001), served on the White House National Security Council staff, and was U.S. assistant secretary of state for economic, energy, and business affairs (2006–09). He subsequently served as Alaska attorney general (2009–10) and commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (2010–13) before winning his Senate seat. 16

Sullivan sits on several Senate committees and has focused on defense, energy, and Arctic policy during his tenure. He is registered as a Republican and lists his occupation as U.S. senator on Alaska's 2026 candidate filing. 211

Sullivan is running for reelection in 2026 under the campaign banner "Alaskans for Dan Sullivan," operating through the official campaign site dansullivanforalaska.com. A separate candidate with the same name also filed for the same race, drawing national media attention. 81012

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. Senate, Alaska
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Senator for Alaska
Website
dansullivanforalaska.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Dan S. Sullivan voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 23, 2023 to Sep 30, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,606
missed
4.1%
with their party’s majority
93%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 30, 2026 · Senate · PN1129 · Economy & jobs
    Keith Sonderling, of Florida, to be Secretary of Labor
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 28, 2026 · Senate · S4668 · Education
    A bill to protect the name, image, and likeness rights of, and provide protections for, student athletes and to promote fair competition among intercollegiate athletics, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Did not vote
  • Aug 8, 2026 · Senate · PN1078 · Crime & public safety
    Todd Blanche, of Florida, to be Attorney General
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Aug 8, 2026 · Senate · HR6500 · Taxes & budget
    An act making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Aug 7, 2026 · Senate · HR5334 · Foreign policy & defense
    An act to impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation, as championed by the late Senator Lindsey O. Graham, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Jul 28, 2026 · Senate · PN1092 · Foreign policy & defense
    Walter Clayton, of New York, to be Director of National Intelligence
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Jun 5, 2026 · Senate · S2 · Taxes & budget
    An original bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 33.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Apr 16, 2026 · Senate · HJRES140 · Climate & energy
    A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.
    On the Joint Resolution · Joint Resolution Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,606 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    filing
    Alaska Supreme Court again affirms Dan J. Sullivan's eligibility to appear on the general election ballot

    The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that Dan J. Sullivan, the same-name Republican candidate, is eligible to be on the general election ballot, according to a Ground News report dated October 11.

    Alaska Supreme Court Says a Man with the Same Name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan Is Eligible to Be on the Primary Ballot · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 10
    poll
    The Hill/DDHQ polling average shows Peltola at 48.8%, Sullivan at 46.3% in Alaska Senate race

    As of October 10, The Hill/Decision Desk HQ's polling average for the Alaska Senate race showed Mary Peltola at 48.8% and Dan S. Sullivan at 46.3%.

    Who will win Alaska Senate? | The Hill and DDHQ · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    poll
    Alaska Survey Research poll shows Peltola ahead 51% to 49% in ranked-choice final round

    An Alaska Survey Research poll conducted October 1–3, reported by The Hill/Decision Desk HQ, found Peltola leading Sullivan 47% to 45% in first-round ranked-choice results and 51% to 49% in the final-round measure.

    2026 Alaska Senate Polling - The Hill and DDHQ · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    controversy
    Pollock trawlers say they feel cast as villains in the Alaska Senate race over bycatch debate

    Alaska Public Media reported that the fishing dispute had grown into a major campaign issue. Sullivan had introduced a bycatch-reduction bill in June that trawlers objected to, while Peltola called for banning Lower 48 factory trawlers.

    Pollock trawlers feel cast as the villains of Alaska's U.S. Senate race · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 5
    endorsement
    VP JD Vance rallies with Sullivan in Fairbanks, urges support for the incumbent senator

    Vice President JD Vance appeared with Sen. Dan S. Sullivan at a Fairbanks rally, urging voters to support Sullivan. Sullivan used the event to highlight energy costs, the Alaska LNG project, and a federal investment in the Alaska Railbelt Transmission Project.

    Trump campaigns in Nebraska; Vance rallies in Alaska · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 3
    poll
    NYT/Siena poll shows Peltola leading Sullivan 50% to 43% among Alaska likely voters

    A New York Times/Siena poll of 504 likely Alaska voters conducted September 24–October 1 found Mary Peltola leading Dan S. Sullivan 50% to 43%, with a margin of sampling error of ±5.1 percentage points.

    NYTimes/Siena Poll of Likely Voters – Senate Races · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Oct 2
    news
    Fishing issues take center stage in the Alaska Senate race, with trawler bycatch a flashpoint

    Alaska Independent News reported that fishing policy, particularly salmon bycatch from pollock trawlers, had become a central campaign issue. Peltola called for banning Lower 48 factory trawlers; Sullivan had introduced a bycatch-reduction bill in June.

    Fishing takes center stage in the Alaska Senate race · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Oct 1
    controversy
    Trump calls same-name challenger Dan J. Sullivan 'a disgraceful fraud' at Alaska LNG event

    President Trump called Dan J. Sullivan, the same-name Republican challenger to incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan, 'a disgraceful fraud' at an event focused on Alaska LNG. Courts had previously upheld the challenger's ballot eligibility.

    Trump calls Alaska's second Dan Sullivan a 'fraud' at gas line event · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 30
    news
    Sullivan and Alaska delegation celebrate $54 billion South Korean investment in Alaska LNG project

    Sen. Sullivan joined Alaska's congressional delegation and Gov. Mike Dunleavy in welcoming a White House announcement of a planned $54 billion South Korean investment in the Alaska LNG project. Sullivan's office presented it as support for the project, though the release did not establish the investment had been completed.

    Alaska Congressional Delegation, Governor Celebrate ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 27
    controversy
    'Lower 48' accusations fly as Sullivan and Peltola trade barbs over Alaska identity

    Both the Sullivan and Peltola campaigns traded accusations about ties to the 'Lower 48,' reflecting tensions over Alaska identity and outside influence in the Senate contest.

    'Lower 48' accusations fly in Alaska's US Senate contest · Sep 27, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 21
    controversy
    Fishing and factory trawler controversy emerges as a major issue in the Alaska Senate race

    A pitched battle over fishing policy, including salmon bycatch and large factory trawlers, became a defining issue in the Alaska Senate race between Sullivan and Peltola.

    Pitched battle for Alaska’s Senate seat is enveloped in a fight over fish · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  12. Sep 12
    debate
    Sullivan and Peltola debate fisheries issues at Kodiak Chamber of Commerce forum

    Sullivan and Peltola appeared at a fisheries-focused debate hosted by the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce. Sullivan highlighted funding he secured for NOAA surveys, including basing the survey ship Oscar Dyson in Kodiak.

    Fishing takes center stage in the Alaska Senate race · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  13. Aug 28
    endorsement
    Sealaska endorses both Sullivan and Peltola for the general election Senate race

    Sealaska announced endorsements for the general election that included both incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola for the U.S. Senate seat. The corporation's chairman cited a history of working with Alaska's delegation regardless of party.

    thealaskastory.com › sealaska-adds-sullivan-begich-toSealaska adds Sullivan, Begich to general-election endorsements... · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  14. Aug 18
    news
    Primary results: Peltola leads Sullivan 49.5% to 41.4%; Dan J. Sullivan advances with ~2.5%

    In the August 18 top-four primary, Democrat Mary Peltola received 49.5% and Republican incumbent Dan S. Sullivan received 41.4%. The same-name challenger Dan J. Sullivan received about 2.5% and also advanced to the general election.

    Trump calls Alaska's second Dan Sullivan a 'fraud' at gas line event · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  15. Jul 29
    filing
    Sullivan reported $10.29 million cash on hand in pre-primary FEC filing

    The Hill/Decision Desk HQ listed Sen. Dan S. Sullivan with $10,290,617 cash on hand after reporting $11,735,898 raised and $5,172,572 spent in the pre-primary filing period.

    Who will win Alaska Senate? | The Hill and DDHQ · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  16. Jun 29
    filing
    Alaska Supreme Court upholds eligibility of same-name candidate Dan J. Sullivan

    The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that Dan J. Sullivan was eligible to appear on the primary ballot, overriding earlier removal by election officials.

    Alaska Supreme Court Says a Man with the Same Name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan Is Eligible to Be on the Primary Ballot · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  17. Jun 26
    filing
    Superior Court orders Dan J. Sullivan restored to primary ballot

    A Superior Court judge ordered the same-name challenger Dan J. Sullivan restored to the primary ballot after he had been removed by election officials.

    Alaska Supreme Court Says a Man with the Same Name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan Is Eligible to Be on the Primary Ballot · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  18. Jun 15
    filing
    Alaska election officials remove same-name candidate Dan J. Sullivan from primary ballot

    Alaska election officials removed Dan J. Sullivan, a Republican with the same name as incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan, from the primary ballot on June 15.

    Alaska Supreme Court Says a Man with the Same Name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan Is Eligible to Be on the Primary Ballot · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Sealaska organization
    Listed by Sullivan's campaign as an endorser, but a separate report indicates Sealaska's general-election announcement supported both Sullivan and Democratic candidate Mary Peltola, so support was not exclusive. thealaskastory.com
  • International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302 union
    Endorsed Sullivan in June 2026; exact date not provided in sources. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • Public Safety Employees Association, Local 803 union
    Listed by Sullivan's campaign as an endorser; no date found in sources. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) organization
    Identifies Sullivan as its official endorsed candidate for Alaska. nrsc.org
  • Americans for Prosperity Action organization
    Listed as an endorser by Sullivan's campaign. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • Concerned Veterans for America Action organization
    Listed by the campaign as an endorser; no date provided. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Listed by the campaign as an endorser; no date provided. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • NFIB organization
    Listed by the campaign as an endorser; no date provided. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • Alaska Support Industry Alliance organization
    Campaign reported the endorsement in an undated item in its endorsements archive. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • Alaska Teamsters Local 959 union
    Endorsed Sullivan in January 2026; exact date not provided in sources. dansullivanforalaska.com
  • Donald Trump, U.S. President official
    Trump posted on Truth Social: "Dan S. Sullivan has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election as U.S. Senator from Alaska." He reposted this on October 3, 2026. trumpstruth.org · Sep 18, 2026
  • Dan A. Sullivan, former Anchorage Mayor official
    Wrote: "As the OG Dan Sullivan, I urge Alaskans to vote for Sen. Dan S. Sullivan. He's been great for Alaska." nbcnews.com · Aug 24, 2026
  • National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) organization
    Campaign announced the NRA-PVF endorsement on July 13, 2026. dansullivanforalaska.com · Jul 13, 2026
  • ANCSA Regional Association organization
    Announced endorsement on May 6, 2026, per campaign's May 7 announcement. dansullivanforalaska.com · May 6, 2026
  • United Fishermen of Alaska organization
    Endorsed Sullivan on April 17, 2026, according to the campaign. nrsc.org · Apr 17, 2026
  • Alaska District Council of Laborers union
    Announced endorsement on January 29, 2026. dansullivanforalaska.com · Jan 29, 2026
  • Lisa Murkowski, U.S. Senator from Alaska official
    Endorsed Sullivan in January 2026; campaign announced on January 15. Exact day of her statement not specified in sources. dansullivanforalaska.com · Jan 15, 2026
  • Nick Begich, U.S. Representative from Alaska official
    Endorsed Sullivan on January 14, 2026, according to the campaign's announcement. dansullivanforalaska.com · Jan 14, 2026

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2020U.S. Senate AK · RWon191,11253.9%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$11.74M
Spent
$5.17M
Cash on hand
$7.30M

As of Jul 29, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record S4AK00214(opens in a new tab)

Sources 31

  1. [1] AFN agenda features ‘No on 2’ presentation, congressional delegation — but no Dunleavy, no Peltola - Alaska Story(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Alaska Supreme Court Says a Man with the Same Name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan Is Eligible to Be on the Primary Ballot(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  3. [3] Who will win Alaska Senate? | The Hill and DDHQ(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  4. [4] 2026 Alaska Senate Polling - The Hill and DDHQ(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  5. [5] Pollock trawlers feel cast as the villains of Alaska's U.S. Senate race(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  6. [6] Dan S. Sullivan (R) Alaska – NRSC(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  7. [7] Trump campaigns in Nebraska; Vance rallies in Alaska(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  8. [8] NYTimes/Siena Poll of Likely Voters – Senate Races(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  9. [9] Fishing takes center stage in the Alaska Senate race(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  10. [10] Trump calls Alaska's second Dan Sullivan a 'fraud' at gas line event(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  11. [11] Alaska Congressional Delegation, Governor Celebrate ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  12. [12] 'Lower 48' accusations fly in Alaska's US Senate contest(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
  13. [13] Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  14. [14] Pitched battle for Alaska’s Senate seat is enveloped in a fight over fish(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  15. [15] Donald J. Trump: "Dan S. Sullivan has my Complete ... - Trump's Truth(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  16. [16] thealaskastory.com › sealaska-adds-sullivan-begich-toSealaska adds Sullivan, Begich to general-election endorsements...(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  17. [17] United States Senator Name and Political Affiliation: Dan S. ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 3, 2026
  18. [18] Dan Sullivan endorses Dan Sullivan to beat Dan Sullivan in perplexing Alaska Senate race(opens in a new tab) Aug 24, 2026
  19. [19] NRA Endorses Dan Sullivan for U.S. Senate(opens in a new tab) Jul 13, 2026
  20. [20] Sullivan Welcomes Senate Passage of 21st Century ROAD to ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 23, 2026
  21. [21] Endorsements Archives(opens in a new tab) May 7, 2026
  22. [22] United Fishermen of Alaska pass on Peltola, endorse Dan Sullivan ...(opens in a new tab) Apr 20, 2026
  23. [23] Sullivan Welcomes Senate Passage of 21st Century ROAD ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 12, 2026
  24. [24] Sullivan Touts “Alaska Comeback,” Historic Opportunities, in Annual ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 19, 2026
  25. [25] Sullivan: NATO’s Minimum Defense Spending Commitment Must Increase to Confront Dangerous Times | U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska(opens in a new tab) Jan 16, 2026
  26. [26] Sullivan Shapes “One Big Beautiful Bill” to Unleash Alaska's ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 1, 2025
  27. [27] Sullivan Reacts to Supreme Court “Dobbs” Decision(opens in a new tab) Jun 24, 2022
  28. [28] Sullivan Votes to Protect Second Amendment Rights of Alaskans(opens in a new tab) Jun 24, 2022
  29. [29] Sullivan Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine and Its Broader Implications - Senator Dan Sullivan(opens in a new tab) Feb 24, 2022
  30. [30] Sullivan Votes to Count the Electoral College Vote - Senator ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 7, 2021
  31. [31] Dan Sullivan (U.S. senator)(opens in a new tab) Sep 13, 2009
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