8 Key Accomplishments of Kamala Harris That Everyone Should Know Not only is she a historic Vice President, she's getting things done. Ally Sammarco Sep 4 Kamala Harris has spent the last few years quietly and effectively breaking barriers, smashing stereotypes, and, yes, getting things done. But you wouldn’t know it from the way Republicans talk about her. Here is a shortlist of some of Kamala Harris’s greatest accomplishments: She’s set a new record for the most tie-breaking Senate votes cast by a VP in U.S. history. When Congress was at a standstill, Harris stepped in, made the tough calls, and got things moving. This isn’t just a footnote in the history books; it’s a testament to her commitment to making sure every vote counts, especially when the stakes are high. Harris helped secure a whopping $370 billion investment to combat climate change and expand energy production. She’s been laser-focused on ensuring these funds go where they’re needed most, including communities that have been disproportionately impacted by environmental neglect. Harris played a pivotal role in expanding it, cutting child poverty in half. That’s right — HALF. While some politicians talk about helping families, Harris actually did it. This expansion meant real money in the pockets of parents struggling to make ends meet, lifting millions of children out of poverty and giving them a fairer shot at life. When the pandemic hit, small businesses were on the brink of collapse. Harris stepped in with $450 billion in relief, helping 6 million small businesses stay afloat. This wasn’t just about saving businesses; it was about saving jobs, communities, and the American Dream itself. In a country where prescription drug costs can bankrupt you faster than a hospital stay, Harris fought to cap the cost of insulin at $35 a month for seniors. This is the kind of policy that saves lives — literally. It’s not just about affordability; it’s about dignity and ensuring that seniors don’t have to choose between their medicine and their groceries. She’s led a national reproductive rights tour, becoming the first VP to visit a reproductive health clinic, and stood firm against the erosion of Roe v. Wade. This isn’t just a political issue for Harris; it’s a personal one, and she’s made it clear that she won’t stop fighting to protect women’s rights. Harris led the White House Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis, created the first-ever federal health and safety requirements for maternal emergency services in hospitals, and extended postpartum Medicaid coverage from 2 to 12 months in 46 states. She also helped launch the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, connecting thousands to free 24/7 support. Harris has a long history of taking on big corporations that think they’re above the law. She’s won settlements from companies that underpaid workers and violated labor laws, and she fought tooth and nail against for-profit colleges that scammed Americans out of their hard-earned money. Kamala Harris is more than just a historic first — she’s a Vice President who’s actually getting things done. Republicans won’t give her the credit she deserves, but that doesn’t mean we should stop talking about it.