By SUZANNE DOWNING
US Sen. Dan Sullivan quietly put together one of the strongest legislative records in Congress in 2025, a year when very little legislation actually became law.
Out of 535 members of Congress, only 68 bills total were enacted into law in 2025, according to Congress.gov’s year-end tally.  Of those, just 23 originated in the Senate, which illustrates how difficult it was for senators to move legislation all the way to the president’s desk.
Against that backdrop, Sullivan stood out: He sponsored three bills that became law. This ties him for first place among all 100 senators. Only Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana matched that total.
Sullivan also ranked fourth among senators in total bills passed by the Senate, further demonstrating his effectiveness even in a gridlocked chamber.
All three of Sullivan’s enacted measures had tangible policy impacts for Alaska.
- One overturned a Biden-era Bureau of Land Management rule locking up development in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska through a Congressional Review Act resolution.
- Another reauthorized and strengthened the bipartisan Save Our Seas 2.0 marine debris grant programs, legislation that passed unanimously.
- A third bill, the Pro Veterans Act, increased accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs and was signed into law by President Donald Trump. In a year when most senators saw none of their standalone bills enacted, Sullivan delivered across energy, environmental stewardship, and veterans’ policy.
Alaska’s legislative performance looks even more striking when paired with that of Congressman Nick Begich. Begich led the entire House in 2025 with five sponsored bills enacted into law and ranked first in total bills passed by the House, with 10 measures advancing through that chamber.
Combined, Sullivan and Begich were responsible for eight of the 68 laws enacted in 2025, roughly 12% of all legislation signed into law nationwide. For a state with a small congressional delegation, that level of productivity is exceptional. In fact, it’s unheard of.
The contrast with Alaska’s recent Democratic representation is sharp. Former Rep. Mary Peltola, who served two years in the House, did not pass a single standalone bill into law. More broadly, many members of Congress spend years without ever authoring legislation that becomes law. In a Congress defined by polarization and paralysis, Alaska’s current “A team” distinguished itself by finishing the job.
Begich has more bills signed by Trump in 2025 than any other member of Congress; fifth signed Friday
10 thoughts on “Dan Sullivan ties for No. 1 in Senate for bills signed into law”
Thank you, Senator Sullivan, for have the courage to focus on legislation of general application rather than special-interest requests that only benefit a few. This demonstrates maturity as a lawmaker.
Sullivan voted to cut healthcare for many Alaskans and gave tax cuts to donors.
Sully does a pretty good job representing Alaska and Alaskans.
I give him an “A” for effort – effectiveness and, I’ll vote for him again, encourage others to do so too.
The only way I would give him an “+A” would be if he tuned-up Lisa like an ex-wife, which she deserves!
The Republican leadership of congress are going well staying unified and supporting one another
Starting with Rep Mike Johnson
And Sen John Thune
And vice President Vance
Today’s Congress is a very mature Republican group. Not seen for a long time
The AK GOP legislative leadership should take notes from today’s Republican Congress on how to support one another as R’s. When one Representative and Senator is shining The whole Group shines with them.
Well done Senator Sullivan. Count on my vote in your next race.
You’d think that this would quiet the critics who claim he doesn’t show up and do his job, you’d be wrong of course if you thought that since the critics don’t let facts get in the way of spreading their propaganda.
Stay strong and keep moving with all the work you are doing. Do more YouTubes….
Dan is a hard worker and gets results in the senate. This is what we voted for and he brings it home! We have great representation in the senate with him and in the house with Nick Begich. Murkowski, on the other hand, needs replacement.
I hate Dan Sullivan. He’s from Ohio. I’m from Pennsylvania. The Quaker State. Any carpet bagger who’s not originally from Alaska, should just STFU. Unless of course, you’re a hateful, narrow-minded, mean, hornery, Marxist, old boozer Democrat. Those are my people.