Track Richard's sponsored bills, co-sponsored legislation, and voting record
The "Right to Contraception Act" establishes a statutory right for individuals to access contraception and for health care providers to provide contraception services, free from government interference.
Lizzie Fletcher
Representative
TX
Lizzie Fletcher
Representative
TX
The "Right to Contraception Act" establishes a statutory right for individuals to access contraception and for health care providers to provide contraception and related information free from government interference. It prohibits federal and state laws that restrict the sale, provision, or use of contraceptives, and allows the Attorney General, individuals, and entities to bring civil suits against those violating the Act. The Act clarifies that it overrides other federal and state laws, including the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, but does not override federal laws related to coverage under group health plans, health insurance, or federal healthcare programs. This bill aims to protect an individual's ability to make decisions about their body, medical care, and family.
Expresses disapproval of pardons for individuals convicted of assaulting Capitol Police officers.
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Representative
NJ
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Representative
NJ
This bill expresses disapproval of any pardons granted to individuals convicted of assaulting Capitol Police officers. It serves as a symbolic condemnation of violence against law enforcement and underscores the importance of holding accountable those who perpetrate such acts.
This bill allocates \$30,290,000 from the House of Representatives' funds for the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means during the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, subject to specific spending limits for 2025 and 2026, voucher authorization, and House Administration Committee regulations.
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
This bill allocates $30,290,000 from the House of Representatives' funds for the Committee on Ways and Means to cover expenses, including staff salaries, during the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress. It sets spending limits for two sessions: no more than $14,963,888 from January 3, 2025, to January 3, 2026, and no more than $15,326,112 from January 3, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Payments will be made through vouchers authorized by the Committee and following the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.
This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders collectively, honoring their pivotal role in the Civil Rights movement and their fight for equality in interstate travel.
Henry Johnson
Representative
GA
Henry Johnson
Representative
GA
This bill authorizes the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their contributions to the Civil Rights movement. The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution and other appropriate locations, with bronze duplicates available for sale to the public. Funds from the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund will cover the costs.
This bill would establish Rosa Parks Day as a federal holiday.
Terri Sewell
Representative
AL
Terri Sewell
Representative
AL
The Rosa Parks Day Act amends Title 5 of the United States Code to establish Rosa Parks Day as a legal public holiday. This act recognizes Rosa Parks' contribution to the civil rights movement. Rosa Parks Day will be observed annually after Thanksgiving Day.
This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for his courageous actions during World War II, when he saved Jewish-American soldiers from Nazi persecution.
Tim Burchett
Representative
TN
Tim Burchett
Representative
TN
The "Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act" authorizes a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds, honoring his courageous actions during World War II when he saved approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers from Nazi persecution by defying direct orders to segregate them. This medal recognizes Edmonds' extraordinary heroism and will be presented to his son or next of kin. The Act also permits the creation and sale of bronze duplicates of the medal to commemorate his bravery.
This bill expresses the House of Representatives' desire to keep the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent entity within the Federal Government, protecting it from privatization. It emphasizes the USPS's importance to the mailing industry, its role in connecting communities, and the potential negative impacts of privatization on prices, services, and infrastructure.
Stephen Lynch
Representative
MA
Stephen Lynch
Representative
MA
This bill expresses the House of Representatives' view that Congress should act to maintain the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent entity within the Federal Government. It emphasizes the USPS's role as a self-sustaining service vital to the economy and national connectivity. The resolution discourages privatization, citing concerns about increased costs, reduced services, and damage to critical infrastructure.
Recognizes and supports the contributions of Catholic schools in the U.S., celebrating their academic excellence, diverse communities, and the 51st annual National Catholic Schools Week.
Darin LaHood
Representative
IL
Darin LaHood
Representative
IL
Recognizes and supports Catholic schools in the United States for their academic excellence, diverse communities, and values-based education. Designates January 26, 2025, to February 1, 2025, as National Catholic Schools Week, celebrating the commitment of Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers to academic excellence and community service.
The "Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act" directs the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar coins in 2028 to honor the women who contributed to the World War II Home Front, with surcharges from the coin sales benefiting the Rosie the Riveter Trust and the National Park Service.
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
John Garamendi
Representative
CA
The "Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act" directs the Department of Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar coins in 2028 to honor the women who contributed to the World War II Home Front. The coin designs will represent the legacy of these women, with input from the Rosie the Riveter Trust, the Commission of Fine Arts, and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. Surcharges from the coin sales will go to the Rosie the Riveter Trust to support the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park and educational programs. This act ensures that the coin minting incurs no net cost to the government and recognizes the invaluable contributions of women during WWII.
The Goldie's Act amends the Animal Welfare Act to mandate more frequent inspections of animal facilities, impose stricter penalties for violations, ensure better communication between federal and local authorities, and protect animals from suffering due to non-compliance.
Nicole Malliotakis
Representative
NY
Nicole Malliotakis
Representative
NY
The Goldie's Act seeks to strengthen the USDA's enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act by mandating annual inspections, requiring humane treatment of suffering animals, and imposing significant penalties for violations. It ensures transparency through mandated sharing of violation records and sets firm guidelines for determining penalties based on the severity and frequency of violations. The Act also enables legal action to recover unpaid penalties and penalizes the disobedience of "cease and desist" orders.
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act establishes a process for Washington, D.C. to become the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while preserving a separate federal district as the seat of the U.S. Government. It addresses the transition of laws, governance, and federal interests, including representation, courts, and ongoing responsibilities.
Eleanor Norton
Representative
DC
Eleanor Norton
Representative
DC
The Washington, D.C. Admission Act outlines the process for Washington, D.C., to become the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while establishing a separate U.S. Capital. It addresses the transition of laws, property, and governance, ensuring continued federal operations and representation for D.C. residents. The Act also covers federal responsibilities, courts, elections, and benefit programs during the transition, establishing a commission to oversee the process and mandating presidential certification.