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H.R. 151
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Equal Representation Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Equal Representation Act mandates a citizenship question on the 2030 census and future censuses, and it excludes non-citizens from the population count used to determine congressional apportionment and electoral votes.

Charles (Chuck) Edwards
R

Charles (Chuck) Edwards

Representative

NC

H.R. 116
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Stopping Border Surges Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Stopping Border Surges Act" aims to reform the handling of unaccompanied alien children and asylum processes by changing detention standards, asylum eligibility, and penalties for fraud. This bill seeks to streamline immigration procedures, deter abuse of the system, and clarify requirements for those seeking protection in the United States.

Andy Biggs
R

Andy Biggs

Representative

AZ

H.R. 162
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
First Amendment Accountability Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill allows citizens to sue federal employees (excluding the President and Vice President) who violate their First Amendment rights, with the possibility of attorney's fees awarded to the prevailing party.

Harriet Hageman
R

Harriet Hageman

Representative

WY

H.R. 24
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Federal Reserve Transparency Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The Federal Reserve Transparency Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive audit of the Federal Reserve System by the Comptroller General, ensuring greater transparency and accountability. This act requires a detailed report to Congress with findings and recommendations, while also repealing audit limitations.

Thomas Massie
R

Thomas Massie

Representative

KY

H.R. 45
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
FIND Act
IN COMMITTEE

The FIND Act prohibits federal agencies from contracting with entities that discriminate against the firearm and ammunition industry, ensuring fair access to government contracts for these businesses. Contractors must certify they do not discriminate against firearm entities, with violations leading to contract termination.

Jack Bergman
R

Jack Bergman

Representative

MI

H.R. 53
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Responsible Borrower Protection Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

This bill blocks changes to mortgage fees set to take effect in 2023 and allows Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to continue using risk-based pricing for mortgage credit fees.

Andy Biggs
R

Andy Biggs

Representative

AZ

H.R. 70
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
No SmartPay for Anti-2A Companies Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "No SmartPay for Anti-2A Companies Act" prohibits the General Services Administration from awarding SmartPay Program contracts to payment systems using a payment processing agency with a merchant category code for gun retailers. This prohibition does not affect contracts awarded before the law's enactment.

Andy Biggs
R

Andy Biggs

Representative

AZ

H.R. 196
119th CongressJan 3rd 2025
Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill rescinds any unspent funds previously allocated to the IRS for specific activities. This is from the Public Law 117-169.

Adrian Smith
R

Adrian Smith

Representative

NE