Track Rudy's sponsored bills, co-sponsored legislation, and voting record
The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent by removing its scheduled expiration after 2025.
Lloyd Smucker
Representative
PA
Lloyd Smucker
Representative
PA
The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent. By removing the current 2025 expiration date, this legislation ensures long-term tax relief for owners of qualified pass-through entities.
This bill mandates the dissolution of the Federal Insurance Office and redistributes its regulatory and oversight responsibilities to the Secretary of the Treasury and other federal financial agencies.
Troy Downing
Representative
MT
Troy Downing
Representative
MT
The Federal Insurance Office Elimination Act proposes the dissolution of the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) within the Department of the Treasury. This legislation removes the FIO from various financial oversight and regulatory processes, reassigning its responsibilities to the Secretary of the Treasury, the Federal Reserve, and other relevant agencies.
This bill seeks to nullify the FDA’s 2023 modifications to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy for the abortion medication mifepristone and prohibits the implementation of similar future requirements.
Diana Harshbarger
Representative
TN
Diana Harshbarger
Representative
TN
This bill seeks to nullify the Food and Drug Administration’s January 2023 modifications to the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy (REMS) for the abortion medication mifepristone. Additionally, it prohibits the Secretary of Health and Human Services from implementing any future safety requirements that are substantially similar to those nullified changes.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to permanently set the number of Supreme Court justices at nine, requiring ratification by three-fourths of the states within seven years.
Dusty Johnson
Representative
SD
Dusty Johnson
Representative
SD
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to fix the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. For this amendment to be valid, three-fourths of the state legislatures must ratify it within seven years of its submission.
The PARTS Act of 2025 amends the definition of "firearm silencer" and "firearm muffler" to include certain parts and devices used to diminish the sound of a firearm.
August Pfluger
Representative
TX
August Pfluger
Representative
TX
The "Protecting Americans Right To Silence Act of 2025" or the "PARTS Act of 2025" amends the definition of "firearm silencer" and "firearm muffler" under federal law. The updated definition includes any device designed to silence or muffle a portable firearm, whether attached directly or through other devices. It also includes the primary housing or structure for sound-reduction components of such devices.
The Defending American Jobs and Investment Act establishes a retaliatory tax and enforcement framework to penalize foreign countries that impose extraterritorial or discriminatory taxes on U.S. businesses and individuals.
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
The Defending American Jobs and Investment Act establishes a formal enforcement mechanism to counter foreign taxes that are extraterritorial or discriminatory toward U.S. interests. The bill mandates that the Treasury Secretary identify offending countries and engage in bilateral negotiations to seek the repeal of these taxes. Should these policies persist, the Act authorizes escalating retaliatory measures, including increased U.S. tax rates for citizens and corporations of the offending nation, as well as potential federal procurement restrictions.
The Increased TSP Access Act of 2025 expands and streamlines the certification process for third-party technical service providers to improve the delivery of conservation assistance to farmers and ranchers.
James Baird
Representative
IN
James Baird
Representative
IN
The Increased TSP Access Act of 2025 aims to expand and accelerate the delivery of conservation technical assistance to farmers and ranchers by diversifying the certification process for third-party providers. The bill authorizes non-federal entities and state agencies to certify providers, streamlines credentialing for qualified professionals, and mandates fair payment rates. These reforms are designed to increase capacity, improve transparency, and ensure more efficient implementation of conservation practices nationwide.
This bill removes the lesser prairie-chicken from the Endangered Species Act and permanently prohibits its future listing as a threatened or endangered species.
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
This bill mandates the immediate removal of the lesser prairie-chicken from the federal lists of threatened and endangered species. Furthermore, it amends the Endangered Species Act to permanently prohibit the Secretary of the Interior from designating the species as threatened or endangered in the future.
The ALIGN Act permanently establishes 100 percent bonus depreciation for qualified business property, eliminating scheduled phase-downs to encourage long-term capital investment.
Jodey Arrington
Representative
TX
Jodey Arrington
Representative
TX
The ALIGN Act makes 100% "bonus depreciation" permanent for qualified business property, eliminating scheduled phase-downs to encourage long-term capital investment. By allowing businesses to fully expense these investments immediately, the bill provides a consistent tax incentive for growth. These changes apply retroactively to ensure stability for businesses that have invested in equipment and property since 2017.
The Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform (PURR) Act of 2025 establishes a streamlined, uniform federal regulatory framework for pet food labeling, ingredient review, and marketing to replace inconsistent state-level requirements.
Steve Womack
Representative
AR
Steve Womack
Representative
AR
The Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform (PURR) Act of 2025 establishes a streamlined, uniform federal regulatory framework for pet food to replace the current patchwork of state-level requirements. By centralizing oversight under the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, the bill standardizes ingredient reviews, labeling, and marketing claims to improve marketplace certainty and innovation. Ultimately, this Act aims to enhance the nationwide availability of safe, nutritious, and affordable food for companion animals.
The Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 limits automatic birthright citizenship to children born in the U.S. to at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien serving in the U.S. armed forces.
Brian Babin
Representative
TX
Brian Babin
Representative
TX
The Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 proposes to limit automatic birthright citizenship to children born in the United States who have at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien serving in the U.S. armed forces. This legislation would exclude children born to parents without legal status or those on temporary visas from receiving automatic citizenship. These changes would apply only to individuals born on or after the date of the Act's enactment.
The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2025 expands Medicare coverage to include all services provided by doctors of chiropractic that are within the scope of their state licensure.
W. Steube
Representative
FL
W. Steube
Representative
FL
The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2025 expands Medicare coverage to include all services legally authorized under a chiropractor’s state license, moving beyond the current restriction limited to manual spinal manipulation. This legislation aligns Medicare benefits with private insurance and other federal health programs to better reflect modern chiropractic practice. To provide these expanded services, chiropractors will be required to complete a one-time training program verified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
This bill mandates the implementation of the Migrant Protection Protocols, requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to return qualifying noncitizens arriving from contiguous countries to Mexico or Canada during their immigration proceedings.
Roger Williams
Representative
TX
Roger Williams
Representative
TX
The Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act of 2025 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require, rather than permit, the return of certain noncitizens to Mexico or Canada while their immigration proceedings are pending. This legislation removes discretionary authority from the Department of Homeland Security, effectively mandating the implementation of the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
The AMERICANS Act provides remedies, reinstatement, and record expungement for military service members who faced adverse actions or discharge due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Pat Harrigan
Representative
NC
Pat Harrigan
Representative
NC
The AMERICANS Act of 2025 provides relief to military service members who faced discharge or adverse action due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The bill mandates the correction of service records, offers pathways for reinstatement and back pay, and prohibits future COVID-19 vaccine mandates without explicit Congressional authorization. Additionally, it establishes clear exemption processes for deployment and ensures equal professional treatment for unvaccinated personnel.
This bill increases the railroad track maintenance tax credit, introduces annual inflation adjustments, and extends the eligibility period for qualifying expenditures.
Mike Kelly
Representative
PA
Mike Kelly
Representative
PA
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to expand the railroad track maintenance credit by increasing the per-mile tax credit to $6,100 and implementing annual inflation adjustments starting in 2026. It also extends the eligibility window for qualifying maintenance expenditures to include costs incurred through 2023. These updates aim to provide greater financial support for ongoing railroad infrastructure improvements.
The FAITH in Small Business Act codifies equal access for faith-based organizations to participate in Small Business Administration loan and disaster assistance programs.
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
The FAITH in Small Business Act codifies into law the Small Business Administration’s 2021 rule ensuring equal access to loan and disaster assistance programs for faith-based organizations. This legislation guarantees that these entities can participate in federal support programs without compromising their religious character or independence.
* **Title I:** Reduces taxes on Taiwanese residents and businesses operating in the U.S., contingent upon Taiwan offering reciprocal benefits to U.S. individuals and companies. * **Title II:** Authorizes the President to negotiate a tax agreement with Taiwan to avoid double taxation, subject to Congressional approval and adherence to U.S. tax laws.
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
Jason Smith
Representative
MO
The United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act aims to reduce double taxation and encourage economic activity between the U.S. and Taiwan by lowering tax rates on certain income for Taiwanese residents and businesses in the U.S., contingent upon Taiwan offering reciprocal benefits to U.S. individuals and companies. Additionally, the United States-Taiwan Tax Agreement Authorization Act outlines the process for establishing a tax agreement with Taiwan, ensuring congressional oversight and adherence to existing U.S. tax laws, to further reduce double taxation.
The FAIR PREP Act of 2025 prohibits the Treasury Secretary from developing or operating government-run electronic tax preparation services, excluding existing programs like IRS Free File.
Adrian Smith
Representative
NE
Adrian Smith
Representative
NE
The FAIR PREP Act of 2025 prohibits the IRS from developing or operating its own electronic tax preparation and filing services. The bill restricts the Treasury Secretary from preparing tax returns or refund claims, while explicitly protecting existing programs like IRS Free File and volunteer tax assistance services. Additionally, it prevents the use of federal funds for the development of new government-run tax preparation systems without explicit congressional authorization.
This bill reclassifies silencers under federal tax law, removes federal registration requirements for legally transferred silencers, preempts state taxation and registration of silencers in commerce, and mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records.
Ben Cline
Representative
VA
Ben Cline
Representative
VA
The Hearing Protection Act aims to remove silencers from the purview of the National Firearms Act (NFA) by treating them similarly to standard firearms under federal tax law. This legislation preempts certain state and local taxes and registration requirements related to silencers involved in interstate commerce. Furthermore, the bill mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records and updates federal marking requirements for manufacturers.
The Old Glory Only Act mandates that only the United States flag may be flown at U.S. diplomatic and consular posts.
William Timmons
Representative
SC
William Timmons
Representative
SC
The Old Glory Only Act mandates that only the official United States flag may be flown at U.S. diplomatic and consular posts. This legislation prohibits the display of any other flags at these facilities.