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H.R.86 NOSHA Act

Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ-5) introduced and sponsored H.R.86, the NOSHA Act, on January 3, 2025, with no cosponsors. The full title of the legislation—“Nullify Occupational Safety and Health Administration Act”—reflects its core intent: to significantly alter the federal government’s role in overseeing workplace safety by

H.Res.7 Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages.

Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ-5) introduced and sponsored H.Res.7, “Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages,” on January 3, 2025, with 1 cosponsor. This resolution acknowledges the need for healthcare systems, providers, and policymakers to prioritize women’s well-being across

H.R.722 To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.

Representative Eric Burlison (R-MO-7) introduced and sponsored H.R.722 on February 1, 2025, titled “To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person,” with 70 cosponsors. This legislation aims to extend constitutional protections

H.R.899 To terminate the Department of Education.

Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY-4) introduced and sponsored H.R.899, a bill to terminate the Department of Education, with 31 cosponsors on January 31, 2025. This legislation proposes eliminating the federal agency entirely and transferring its current responsibilities to the states and local communities, with the intention of reducing federal

H.R.22 SAVE Act

Representative Chip Roy (R-TX-21) introduced and sponsored the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE Act, H.R.22) with 82 cosponsors on January 3, 2025. This legislation aims to establish stricter guidelines and verification processes to ensure that only eligible U.S. citizens are permitted to vote in federal elections.

H.R.1161 Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025

Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA-1) introduced and sponsored the FairTax Act of 2025 (H.R.1161) with no cosponsors on January 15, 2025. This legislation seeks to allow the President of the United States to enter negotiations with the Kingdom of Denmark for the potential purchase of Greenland. If passed, the

H.R.25 FairTax Act of 2025

Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA-1) introduced and sponsored the FairTax Act of 2025 (H.R.25) with 3 cosponsors on January 10, 2025. This legislation seeks to fundamentally change the federal tax system by abolishing the federal income tax, payroll taxes, and estate and gift taxes, replacing them with a single

OPINION: THOUGHTS ON THE ELECTION

Well... it's final. Donald Trump is going to be the 47th president of the United States. I know, a little outdated, but I started writing this the day after the election was officially over. Being completely transparent, it has taken me a while to process the results because

OPINION: Review of Trump Madison Square Garden Event

Donald Trump is a man of many talents. Unfortunately, only one of them was on display last night at Madison Square Garden: his unparalleled ability for hate. In the closing event of his campaign, divisive rhetoric and inflammatory remarks took center stage. It was truly a rally of his greatest

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congress

H.R.9962 To establish a Gun Safety Board, and for other purposes.

Representative Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10) introduced and sponsored a bill to establish a Gun Safety Board and for other purposes on October 11, 2024. The legislation intends to establish a Gun Safety Board under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The board would be a nonpartisan body

Josh Gottheimer

H.R.9968 To protect election workers and polling places.

Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) introduced and sponsored a bill to protect election workers and polling places with 1 co-sponsor on October 11, 2024. The bill is aimed at enhancing protections for election workers and polling places in response to growing threats of political violence. This legislation intends to address the

Valeria Foushee

H.R.9824 College Thriving Act

Representative Valeria Foushee (D-NC-4) introduced and sponsored the College Thriving Act with 5 cosponsors on September 25, 2024. Later that day, it was referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. This bill aims to support first-year college students by helping them develop essential life and academic skills.

Debbie Dingell

H.R.9821 Forage Fish Conservation Act of 2024

Representative Debbie Dingell (DI-MI-6) introduced and sponsored the Forage Fish Conservation Act of 2024 with a cosponsor on September 25, 2024. It was later referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. The bill aims to improve the management and protection of forage fish, which are small species like herring

Joseph Morelle

H.R.9844 DELIVER Act of 2024

Representative Joseph Morelle (D-NY-25) sponsored and introduced the DELIVER Act of 2024 (H.R. 9844) with a cosponsor on September 25, 2024. This bill is intended to provide tax relief for individuals delivering meals for charity. The act would amend the Internal Revenue Code to increase the charitable mileage rate

Paul Gosar

H.R.9828 End the Vaccine Carveout Act

Representative Paul Gosar (R-AZ-9) introduced and sponsored the End the Vaccine Carveout Act with 30 cosponsors on September 25, 2024. This bill aims to remove the legal protections that shield vaccine manufacturers from liability for vaccine-related injuries. These strong protections for vaccine manufacturers were established by the 1986 National Childhood

Jahana Hayes

H.R.9829 Students Working for Communities Act

Representative Jahana Hayes (D-CT-5) sponsored and introduced the Students Working for Communities Act (H.R.9829) on September 25, 2024. This legislation is dedicated to expanding community service opportunities within the Federal Work-Study program. The bill would increase the percentage of Federal Work-Study funding allocated for students working in community

criminal justice

H.R.9835 Sexual Abuse Services in Detention Act

Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) introduced and sponsored the Sexual Abuse Services in Detention Act (H.R.9835) with 19 cosponsors on September 25th, 2024. This bill seeks to address the significant issue of sexual abuse in U.S. detention facilities by expanding emotional support services for survivors. If passed, this

Democrats

H.R.9841 Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act

Representative Morgan McGarvey (D-KY-3) introduced and sponsored the Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act with 3 cosponsors on September 25, 2025. This bill intends to provide entrepreneurship training and support to individuals who have been recently released from prison. The bill directs the Service Corps of Retired Executives

John Moolenaar

H.R.9843 Patriotic Investment Act

Representative John Moolenaar (R-MI-2) introduced and sponsored the Patriotic Investment Act (H.R.9843) on September 25, 2024. The legislation intends to discourage investments tied to the People's Republic of China. The Patriotic Investment Act targets U.S. investments in Chinese entities connected to the Chinese Communist Party