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Sanford
Bishop

Sanford D. Bishop Jr. is the Democratic incumbent U.S. Representative for Georgia's 2nd Congressional District, serving since 1993.

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Background

Sanford D. Bishop Jr. is the Democratic U.S. Representative for Georgia's 2nd Congressional District, a seat he has held since first being elected in 1992. He graduated from Morehouse College in 1968 and earned his law degree from Emory University Law School in 1971, after which he became a primary partner at the Columbus, Georgia, law firm Bishop and Buckner, P.C. (1972–1996). 25

Before entering Congress, Bishop served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 1977 to 1990 and in the Georgia State Senate from 1991 to 1992. He is a resident of Albany, Georgia. 25

In Congress, Bishop serves on the House Appropriations Committee and is a senior member of the Democratic caucus, having represented the district for over three decades. He is the incumbent candidate seeking re-election in 2026. 610

Bishop is affiliated with the Democratic Party and his campaign operates under the name "Sanford Bishop for Congress." 311

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 2, Georgia
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative, Georgia's 2nd Congressional District
Website
bishop.house.gov(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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

Voting record

How Sanford Bishop voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.5%
with their party’s majority
96%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    No
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · 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 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 4
    news
    Bishop issues statement mourning victims of Vienna, Georgia mass shooting that killed two people

    After a mass shooting at a homecoming party in Vienna, Dooly County that killed two and injured others, Bishop stated: 'Vivian and I join the people of Vienna and Dooly County in mourning,' and said his office stood ready to help.

    Congressman Bishop Statement on the Mass Shooting in ... · Oct 4, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Sep 30
    news
    Inside Elections rates Bishop's GA-02 race 'Solid Democratic' as Day campaigns on business and agriculture

    The Houston Home Journal reported that nonpartisan Inside Elections rated the contest 'Solid Democratic,' while Republican challenger Matt Day was campaigning on business and agriculture themes.

    Republican Matt Day pitches business-minded challenge to Sanford ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 18
    news
    Bishop responds to opponent Day's Macon homelessness stunt, cites $366M federal housing increase

    In a statement to 13WMAZ responding to Day's homelessness-awareness effort in Macon, Bishop said homelessness required 'more than temporary solutions' and cited his support for FY2026 appropriations including a $366 million increase for Homeless Assistance Grants.

    Georgia Congressional candidate goes homeless in Macon, hoping to bring awareness · Sep 18, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Aug 27
    news
    Bishop campaign appearance highlights roads, schools, jobs, health care, and federal investment

    A campaign appearance across the district highlighted Bishop's priorities including roads and schools, jobs and economic development, public safety, environmental improvements, health care, veterans, agriculture, and federal investment.

    Sanford Bishop Jr. — 2026 Georgia's 2nd Congressional ... · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Jul 15
    filing
    FEC filing shows Bishop raised $1.13M, holds $447K cash on hand through June 30

    FEC data summarized by CivicGate show Bishop's campaign raised $1,126,530 and spent $861,583 for the 2026 cycle through June 30, with $447,808 cash on hand. The second quarter alone saw $118,400 raised and $128,800 spent.

    Sanford D. Bishop — CivicGate · Sep 16, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. May 19
    filing
    Matt Day wins uncontested Republican primary; Bishop set as Democratic incumbent for general election

    Day won the Republican primary uncontested, setting up a general-election matchup against incumbent Democratic Rep. Sanford Bishop in Georgia's 2nd Congressional District.

    Matt Day (R) – GA-02 House 2026 | Smarter.Vote · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) union
    NTEU's 2026 Georgia congressional candidates chart records Bishop as endorsed, but no announcement date is provided; the chart gives his lifetime voting score and an endorsement indicator. nteu.org
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), District 5 union
    AFGE District 5 listed Bishop among its endorsed Georgia incumbents. District 5 President Thomas stated: "With close to a 99% voting record for AFGE, District 5 is proud to endorse Rep. Bishop for reelection." afge.org · May 7, 2026

Past elections

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

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House GA-02 · DWon132,67555.0%
2020U.S. House GA-02 · DWon161,39759.1%
2018U.S. House GA-02 · DWon136,69959.6%
2016U.S. House GA-02 · DWon148,54361.2%

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
$1.13M
Spent
$862K
Cash on hand
$448K

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H2GA02031(opens in a new tab)

Sources 18

  1. [1] Georgia Congressional Candidates 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Matt Day (R) – GA-02 House 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] Sanford Bishop Jr. — 2026 Georgia's 2nd Congressional ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  4. [4] About Congressman Bishop(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  5. [5] Congressman Bishop Statement on the Mass Shooting in ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  6. [6] Congressman Bishop On the Issues - Sanford Bishop for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  7. [7] Republican Matt Day pitches business-minded challenge to Sanford ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  8. [8] Georgia Congressional candidate goes homeless in Macon, hoping to bring awareness(opens in a new tab) Sep 18, 2026
  9. [9] Sanford D. Bishop — CivicGate(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2026
  10. [10] Education | Congressman Sanford Bishop(opens in a new tab) Aug 31, 2026
  11. [11] AFGE Endorses 7 Georgia Lawmakers Ahead of Statewide ...(opens in a new tab) May 7, 2026
  12. [12] Immigration | Congressman Sanford Bishop - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jul 19, 2023
  13. [13] 2nd Amendment Rights(opens in a new tab) May 11, 2023
  14. [14] Energy, Conservation, & Interior Department(opens in a new tab) May 11, 2023
  15. [15] Foreign Affairs(opens in a new tab) May 11, 2023
  16. [16] Housing and Community Development(opens in a new tab) May 11, 2023
  17. [17] CONGRESSMAN BISHOP STATEMENT ON U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION OVERTURNING ROE V. WADE(opens in a new tab) Jun 24, 2022
  18. [18] BISHOP STATEMENT ON CAPITOL OCCUPATION AND ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 7, 2021
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