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Orlando Ramos
9th Hampden District · Democrat
Towns: Springfield (some only in part)
- 2025–2026 State Representative, 9th Hampden · Democrat
- 2023–2024 State Representative, 9th Hampden · Democrat
- 2021–2022 State Representative, 9th Hampden · Democrat
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Find my ballot →Record at a glance · 2025–2026 · House
Session by session
| Session | Roll calls voted on | No votes | In the minority (split votes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026 | 267 of 267 | 73 | 0 of 169 |
| 2023–2024 | 201 of 201 | 22 | 0 of 106 |
| 2021–2022 | 234 of 235 | 40 | 1 of 116 |
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official House and Senate roll calls. Quorum calls are not counted.
- “Roll calls voted on” matches the Missed votes figures below; voting “present” counts as voting.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no (ties not counted). “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes.
- “Whole House” combines every member’s record for the same session. Percentages are shown only with at least 10 votes to count.
- Most bills pass or die without a roll call, so these numbers cover only part of a legislator’s work.
- Party is shown as the Legislature lists it, next to the district. MassVoter never compares, groups or ranks legislators by party.
These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates legislators.
Committees and leadership · 2025–2026
- House Committee on Ways and Means
- Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity
- Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights, and Inclusion
- Joint Committee on Transportation
- Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Most bills are shaped in committee before any floor vote; committee chairs decide which bills move. Source: malegislature.gov (committee lists as of Oct 10, 2026).
Missed votes
2025–2026so farMissed 0 of 267 roll callsRank 1 of 162 representatives · Every roll call100%voted2023–2024Missed 0 of 201 roll callsRank 1 of 164 representatives · Every roll call100%voted2021–2022Missed 1 of 235 roll callsRank 140 of 161 representatives99%votedRoll calls this member did not vote on, while serving in the House. Ties share a rank. The record does not say why a member did not vote. See every representative →
Campaign money
Where the 2025–26 contributions came from
Gifts from individuals
Year by year
| Year | Raised | Spent | Cash at the end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,838 | $3,728 | $20,475 so far |
| 2025 | $8,182 | $3,165 | $18,365 |
| 2024 | $20,085 | $8,389 | $13,048 |
| 2023 | $37,627 | $88,970 | $1,052 |
| 2022 | $26,746 | $14,477 | $51,835 |
| 2021 | $39,907 | $8,629 | $39,566 |
| 2020 | $30,410 | $30,487 | $8,088 |
| 2019 | $7,587 | $3,491 | $8,165 |
As reported to OCPF. See the full reports at OCPF
How to read this
- Candidates report to OCPF, the state’s campaign finance office. Most file with a bank that reports to OCPF, so totals are updated often.
- “Raised” is all money the campaign took in, including loans from the candidate. “Cash on hand” is what was left on the latest report.
- Shares count contributions only, from the line-by-line reports up to the latest bank report date, so they are shown as percentages. “PACs and other political committees” includes party committees. “Small gifts not listed one by one” are gifts of $50 or less that the law lets campaigns report as one total.
- Outside spending is money spent by groups that are not part of the campaign, such as independent expenditure PACs. The candidate does not control it.
- Federal candidates (U.S. Senate and U.S. House) report to the Federal Election Commission, not OCPF, and are not shown here.
- MassVoter updates these numbers every night from OCPF. Last update: October 13, 2026.
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In the news
- Springfield installs new AC at Indian Orchard Elementary; $30M school improvement project underwayWWLP 22News · Aug 4, 2026
- Orlando Ramos seeks red-light cameras after deadly crashesWWLP 22News · Jul 28, 2026
- Massachusetts House honors Springfield officer for military & veteran serviceWWLP 22News · Jun 3, 2026
- Western Massachusetts bills before judiciary committeeWWLP 22News · Jul 15, 2025
- Massachusetts Transportation Committee tours Springfield PVTA to improve travelWWLP 22News · Jun 14, 2025
- Rep. Ramos proposes bill for red light cameras in Mass.WWLP 22News · Jun 2, 2025
- Rep. Orlando Ramos offers tie-tying lessons to Springfield studentsWWLP 22News · May 30, 2025
- New pilot program looks for restaurant owners to help boost Indian OrchardWWLP 22News · May 14, 2025
- Local lawmaker fights back against illegal dirt bikesWWLP 22News · Mar 28, 2025
Stories that name Orlando Ramos in the headline or opening, newest first, from 25 free news outlets (see the list). Headlines appear as each outlet published them; MassVoter does not write, choose or rate them. Only stories that are free to read are listed.
Disclosure: MassVoter’s founder, Michael Silvia, is the publisher of Fall River Reporter and New Bedford Guide.
Most divided votes
For each session, the 10 roll calls where the losing side was largest, with how Orlando Ramos voted. Most roll calls in the Massachusetts Legislature pass by wide margins, so these are where members split the most.
2025–2026
Prioritizing patient access to careFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes121–35 · PassedPrioritizing patient access to careApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes119–33 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No28–128 · Amendment rejectedPromoting transparency and public access in state governmentApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes125–28 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2027Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No34–119 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2027Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–124 · Amendment rejectedStrengthening health care protections in the CommonwealthAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: Yes130–29 · Amendment adoptedStrengthening health care protections in the CommonwealthAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–129 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–126 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2026Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No28–128 · Amendment rejectedEarlier sessions (20)
Modernizing firearm lawsAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes124–33 · PassedRelative to the Affordable Homes ActAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–127 · Amendment rejectedRelative to the Affordable Homes ActAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No32–126 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2025Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–127 · Amendment rejectedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Final approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes123–35 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Accept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes120–36 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2025Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–128 · Amendment rejectedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Approve the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes121–33 · PassedSupplemental budget for fiscal year 2024Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–125 · Amendment rejectedModernizing firearm lawsApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes120–38 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityOverride the Governor's vetoVoted: Yes119–36 · Veto overridden (needs two-thirds)Relative to work and family mobilityFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes117–36 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityAccept the final compromise version worked out by House and Senate negotiatorsVoted: Yes118–36 · PassedRelative to work and family mobilityApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes120–36 · PassedFostering voter opportunities, trust, equity and securityOn adoption of a further amendmentVoted: No93–64 · Amendment adoptedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No39–119 · Amendment rejectedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No41–117 · Amendment rejectedOrder (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) for the adoption of permanent House Rules for the 192nd General Court governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessio…Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No38–121 · Amendment rejectedProposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in…of 2021 on again agreeing to the amendmentVoted: Yes121–39 · Amendment adoptedProposed Joint Rules governing the 2021-2022 legislative sessionAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No38–121 · Amendment rejectedVotes by topic
Roll calls sorted by subject, from the bill title and the question voted on. A vote can fall under more than one topic; budget amendments mostly fall under Taxes and budgets. Tap a topic to see each vote.
Taxes and budgets 297
Water, sewer and environment 50
Health and human services 46
Roads, traffic and transit 37
Schools and education 33
Energy and utilities 31
Housing and zoning 22
Parks, recreation and libraries 19
Police, fire and public safety 19
Elections and how government runs 16
Licenses and permits 8
Veterans 7
Appointments and hiring 3
Bills they filed · 2025–2026
Orlando Ramos filed 25 bills as lead sponsor this session. Sorted by subject from each bill’s title; a bill can fall under more than one.
Filing a bill puts an idea before the Legislature. Most bills are not voted on as filed: committees often combine several bills into one new bill, so a law can include a legislator’s idea without carrying their bill number. MassVoter lists what was filed, not what passed.
Housing and zoning 2
Energy and utilities 2
Elections and how government runs 2
Appointments and hiring 1
Taxes and budgets 1
Roads, traffic and transit 1
Other subjects 17
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 11, 2026).
Bills they signed on to · 2025–2026
Orlando Ramos signed on as a co-sponsor of 619 bills filed by other legislators this session. Co-sponsoring means adding your name in support when a bill is filed; it is not a vote. Sorted by subject from each bill’s title; a bill can fall under more than one.
Health and human services 72
Schools and education 42
Water, sewer and environment 34
Housing and zoning 29
Police, fire and public safety 28
Taxes and budgets 24
Appointments and hiring 24
Roads, traffic and transit 22
Energy and utilities 16
Veterans 15
Elections and how government runs 12
Licenses and permits 7
Parks, recreation and libraries 3
Other subjects 335
Source: malegislature.gov (as of Oct 10, 2026). Bills they filed themselves are not listed here.
How Orlando Ramos voted
759 recorded votes
Authorizing the town of Stoughton to transfer certain park property in exchange for acquisition and dedication of other land to park purposesFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes155–0 · PassedVote without a bill numberAttendance check (quorum call)Voted: Yes155–0 · Attendance checkState budget for fiscal year 2023Approve the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "G" Labor & Economic Dev.Voted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "F" Energy/Env Affs & HousingVoted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No6–149 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No28–127 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "E" Con. Off. & St Admin/TranVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "D" Public/Mental Health/Dis.Voted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "C" Public Safety & JudiciaryVoted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "B" H.H.S. & Elder AffairsVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedAuthorizing the town of Westford select board to utilize portions of two parcels of land currently held by the conservation commission for the Beaver…Final approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedAuthorizing the town of Westport to convey a non-exclusive access easement in a portion of town property at 493 Old County Road to benefit 497 Old County RoadFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes155–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Consolidated "A" Ed/Loc Aid/S.S/Vets/HomesVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Move the bill forward to a later voteVoted: Yes156–0 · PassedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–127 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No32–124 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No31–125 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No29–127 · Amendment rejectedState budget for fiscal year 2023Add a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No30–126 · Amendment rejectedVote without a bill numberAttendance check (quorum call)Voted: Yes156–0 · Attendance checkFinancing improvements to municipal roads and bridgesApprove the bill in this chamber (it still needs the other chamber and a final vote)Voted: Yes156–0 · PassedFinancing improvements to municipal roads and bridgesAdd a proposed change (amendment) to the billVoted: No28–128 · Amendment rejectedVote without a bill numberAttendance check (quorum call)Voted: Yes156–0 · Attendance checkAuthorizing the town of Sudbury to transfer a certain parcel of landFinal approval before the bill goes to the GovernorVoted: Yes154–0 · PassedSource: official profile on malegislature.gov. Only roll call votes are listed; bills passed on a voice vote have no individual record. MassVoter never grades or scores legislators. How to read this