Christopher Pappas
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"In Congress, Chris will:
- "Support universal background checks for all gun purchases
- "Support a ban on the sale of assault weapons including the AR-15
- "Support a ban on the sale of bump stocks and high capacity magazines
- "Support a red flag law that would allow family members and the justice system to intervene and prevent someone from doing harm to themselves or others"
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"Pappas said that while middle class families are struggling, the Republican tax plan emerging in Congress 'is going to tilt the system even more in favor of special interests and the big corporations, and I think that's wrong.'"
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support abolishing any federal agencies or departments?
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support abolishing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and redistributing its duties?
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WMUR, 2022
"'I don't support term limits,' Pappas said. 'And I think that we have elections every two years here in New Hampshire. We're one of the most representative states, and an election is the best term limit you can ask for. What's interesting about the office I serve in, a member of Congress in New Hampshire's 1st District, we haven't had someone serving two consecutive terms since 2008, so it's been a while. I think there is a lot of power the people have in New Hampshire.'"Against| Read My Position
At a Mount Washington Valley Economic Council Debate, Pappas said, "I believe there is important support that the federal government can provide for local districts but that local districts are local districts, and that decision making is best done at the local level with parents and educators and school professionals involved at local school board meetings. ... We've seen unfortunately a war on public education, at the state and federal level with folks like Frank Edelblut and Betsy DeVos leading the charge to siphon money out of our public school districts. I'm a champion of public education and I think these decisions are best left to the local level in New Hampshire."
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WMUR, 2024
"As a small business owner, I know what it means to be fiscally responsible, and I understand the importance of ensuring working families are taken care of first. It’s critical that Congress creates a bipartisan commission that identifies ideas that can help us drastically reduce the deficit and put us on the path to a more sustainable future. I will work to shore up foundational programs that Americans rely on like Social Security and Medicare and ensure that the biggest corporations and super-wealthy are paying their fair share."
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Candidate's Website, 2022
"I’ve been pushing for legislation to crack down on price-gouging, provide a gas tax holiday, and lower prices at the pump," said Congressman Chris Pappas. "The last thing Granite Staters need right now is even higher prices at the gas pump, and we must use every resource available to bring down costs for our families and small businesses. It’s unacceptable that while Americans struggle to make ends meet gas and oil companies are taking advantage of international crises to make record profits. The price of crude oil fell last month, yet the prices consumers pay at the pump continued to rise. We have to put an end to this corporate profiteering and give families relief."For| Read My Position
Candidate's Website, 2018
"Support citizenship for Dreamers who know no other country than the United States"
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support a law that would allow U.S. officials to turn away migrants seeking asylum when the number of border crossings exceeds a certain number?
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should the federal government combat inflation by decreasing tariffs on imports from foreign countries?
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support a federal rule that would oblige automakers to make 50% or more of the vehicles they sell electric?
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Chris supports universal healthcare and will work to ensure everyone has quality, affordable health care coverage. The Affordable Care Act was a significant step forward, and we must stop Republican attempts to sabotage it and repeal it outright."
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WMUR, 2022
"U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas’ office has confirmed that the first-term Democrat supports a controversial provision of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020 that would strip qualified immunity from police officers.
"Pappas said on WMUR’s 'CloseUP' program July 19 that he supported the George Floyd bill, which, he said 'would get rid of' qualified immunity."
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"'Banning trans women and girls from participating in sports and allowing schools to directly discriminate against students on the basis of their gender identity would do lasting harm not just to them, but our communities as a whole,' said Congressman Pappas. 'I strongly oppose this legislation, which is the latest in a series of bigoted, harmful attacks on the transgender community. All students deserve the opportunity to participate fully at school, including in school sports, and I remain committed to ensuring every student has a safe, inclusive school environment.'"
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"In Congress, Chris will:
- "Support universal background checks for all gun purchases
- "Support a ban on the sale of assault weapons including the AR-15
- "Support a ban on the sale of bump stocks and high capacity magazines
- "Support a red flag law that would allow family members and the justice system to intervene and prevent someone from doing harm to themselves or others"
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WMUR, 2022
"The program where New Hampshire families received checks as part of the enhanced child tax credit has come to an end.
"News 9 asked the state's congressional delegation about continuing the tax credit. ...
"Democrats U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and Rep. Annie Kuster, and Rep. Chris Pappas said they support efforts to extend the enhanced credit."
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support extending the Trump-backed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) past 2025?
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"I support restoring Roe in a way that will support people's reproductive healthcare needs all across this country."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"As a member of the New Hampshire House, Chris earned a 100% pro-choice voting record and opposed legislation that would have interfered with a woman's fundamental right to control her own body. In Congress, Chris will ... Oppose attempts to restrict women's access to reproductive health services"
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"In Congress, Chris is standing up for reproductive health care and family planning by:
"Opposing any legislative attempts to restrict access to reproductive health services or chip away at a woman’s right to choose"
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Candidate's Facebook Page, 2018
"Chris has fought back against extreme attacks on women's health, casting critical votes to keep Planned Parenthood centers funded to provide basic, vital health services for women and families."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Support increasing the minimum wage and indexing it to inflation so that workers in the future won't have to depend on Congress for a cost of living adjustment"
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"Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) released the following statement after voting to pass legislation he co-sponsored, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, in the House of Representatives:
"'I was horrified—as every American should be—by the murder of George Floyd as well as the killing of other Black Americans by law enforcement officers. Now more than ever, we must stand together against systemic racism, bias, and injustice wherever it exists,' said Congressman Chris Pappas.
"'The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act puts accountability and transparency front and center while also focusing on improving training, curtailing excessive use of force, and increasing accountability for bad actors. New Hampshire is not immune from the problems we see across the country, but I’m proud that New Hampshire has already taken action on many of the priorities in this legislation. I understand the unique challenges faced by New Hampshire’s law enforcement, and in my conversations with them they’ve underscored the need for commonsense steps to deepen relationships with communities throughout the state.'
"'We must do everything we can to ensure that no American, regardless of the color of their skin, lives in fear of those in the public trust. We must also ensure that those who swear to protect and serve their communities do not violate that trust with bias, hate, or violence. We must also provide them with the resources and training they need to do their important work responsibly.'
"'This is a time for us to listen, learn, and understand the experiences of our fellow Americans and seek constructive change. I'm hopeful we can realize a bipartisan compromise with the Senate so we don't squander this opportunity to act. I’m committed to doing all I can to lift up the calls for reform and work together to find meaningful, concrete solutions – like the Justice in Policing Act – that move this country forward.'"
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Rep. Pappas cosponsored the "Women's Health Protection Act," which included a right to seek an abortion.
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"Every woman deserves the right to make her own decisions about her body, her family, and her future. The overturning of Roe v. Wade and recent extremist attacks on reproductive health care are threatening women’s most basic freedoms and their lives. Granite Staters have made it clear - they do not want politicians involved in their personal health care decisions. I’ll keep fighting to safeguard reproductive freedom and stop extremists from turning back the clock on women’s rights."
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Candidate's Facebook Page, 2018
"I believe in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and securing a clean energy future. In my role as Executive Councilor, I've supported grants for solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal projects around the state. Clean energy is creating 21st century jobs in our own backyard while safeguarding our environment. It's a win-win."
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"I am thrilled to see innovative New Hampshire-based companies like Brayton Energy and Creare, LLC receive nearly $4 million in federal funding for their energy efficiency projects through the Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy. This funding will allow our state to continue to become a pioneer in energy efficiency technology that reduces our dependence on fossil fuels, advances our clean energy economy, and creates New Hampshire jobs. This is great news for New Hampshire and the future of our energy economy."
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Candidate's Facebook Page, 2019
"We must stop off-shore drilling dead in its tracks and safeguard our coastal environment and economy. I'm proud to have supported legislation to do just that in the House."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Chris is a staunch supporter of developing New Hampshire's renewable energy portfolio. On the Executive Council, he has worked to secure investments for solar, wind, biomass, hydro, and geothermal projects across New Hampshire. As renewable energy technology improves and New Hampshire attracts more jobs in solar, Chris knows we must maintain incentives and tax credits to nurture the clean energy revolution that is underway."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"New Hampshire students have one of highest burdens of student loan debt as the cost of college continues to skyrocket. Parents working to put their kids through college or students paying their own way should not be saddled with unbearable debt.
"Chris will work to make college more affordable and to ensure it is within reach of each and every student, regardless of their zip code or family income. In Congress, Chris will:
- "Support tuition-free education at community colleges and public universities which will unleash the potential of every student, help rebuild the middle class, and stimulate our economy
- "Support universal pre-K to help close the opportunity gap that exists for too many New Hampshire families
- "Stand up to Betsy DeVos and those who wish to siphon money from our public schools and give it to private and religious schools
- "Support efforts to lower student loan interest rates and expand Pell grants
- "Support the expansion of job training, continuing education, and apprenticeship programs to meet our nation's current and emerging workforce challenges"
Against| Read My Position
We've been hurt by the tariffs that have been slapped on goods coming into this country. Businesses have seen their costs escalate ... I think we should always be looking for more calm and collected trade talks as opposed to a really haphazard system of tariffs that creates uncertainty and makes business more expensive for New Hampshire companies and also for consumers."
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Candidate's Website, 2019
"This summer, after carefully reviewing Special Counsel Mueller's report and his testimony to Congress, I said it was imperative that Congress continue its oversight work by opening a formal impeachment inquiry. Recent allegations that the President and his Administration withheld military aid from the Ukraine, asked a foreign government to interfere in our presidential election, and blocked a whistleblower complaint about that effort underscore many times over the need for continued oversight.
"The President has openly admitted he talked to the leader of the Ukraine as part of an effort to thwart a political rival in the upcoming election. This is chilling news that should spur a bipartisan response to uphold the rule of law.
"As the Inspector General has stated, we are dealing with a national security matter of 'urgent concern.' Opening an inquiry will allow Congress to put all the facts on the table so we can proceed expeditiously to protect national security and our democracy. While this process develops, I will maintain my focus on the many concerns of the people of New Hampshire and how we can work together in Congress to address them."
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2019
"Yesterday I met with @RepSamGraves, the Ranking Republican on the Transportation Committee. Members from both parties are eager to get to work on the committee & hope the President will join us in supporting a comprehensive infrastructure bill this session."
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"'As Taiwan continues to face threats to its security and sovereignty, the United States must reaffirm our support for and long-term cooperation with Taiwan,' said Congressman Pappas. 'This legislation would prioritize Taiwan’s resiliency in the face of potential conflicts and expedite the delivery of much-needed resources to ensure they have the capability to defend themselves effectively.'"
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Candidate's Website, 2019
"In Congress, Chris will:
- "Fight efforts to privatize the VA
- "Hold VA leadership accountable and work to implement recommendations to streamline bureaucracy and increase access to care
- "Fight for a full service VA facility in New Hampshire while developing better community-based care for veterans
- "Work to make the Veterans Choice program permanent and attract more providers to participate"
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should the federal government reauthorize the Keystone XL pipeline?
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"America’s support for the people of Israel must remain firm in the face of the gravest threat to their existence in a generation, and I will never back down from our bipartisan security commitments to Israel. This legislation does absolutely nothing to help Israel and is a cynically partisan move by Speaker Johnson and Republicans who spent months blocking a comprehensive security package. There is simply no time for politics when it comes to U.S. foreign policy, our national security interests, and the assistance required to defeat Hamas and support innocent civilians. I remain concerned by President Biden’s intention to delay certain weapons shipments to Israel and the message that sends to Hamas and other Iranian-backed terrorist proxies. America must never neglect our obligation to support our allies in their times of need."
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Candidate's Website, 2022
"Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) helped pass H.R. 7910, the Protecting Our Kids Act, to help save lives and stop the epidemic of gun violence in our communities.
"'We are not powerless to improve public safety and stop gun violence. Our kids and families deserve to feel safe at school, at their place of worship, and the grocery store,' said Congressman Pappas. 'I called for these common-sense gun safety measures to come to the floor because they will save lives, and I’m proud to help pass them today. We must not turn our backs to this kind of senseless violence, and I hope the Senate will join us in passing measures that will save lives and keep our communities safe.'
"The Protecting Our Kids Act will reduce the number of and deadliness of mass shootings by raising the age to purchase a semi-automatic weapon from 18 to 21, banning the sale of large capacity magazines, gun trafficking, and straw purchases, and requiring firearms to be securely stored when minors may have access to them."
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2020
"We must safeguard our democracy with expanded early voting and a no-excuse, vote-by-mail option that can be scaled up in such a crisis."For| Read My Position
"Every candidate [including Chris Pappas] said they would vote to declassify marijuana from its current schedule 1 illegal drug status"
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We've got to stop these efforts that are seeking to privatize it or to means-test benefits. I think those are very dangerous strategies that are going to erode the program over time."
"No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by automatically enrolling every citizen in Medicare, replacing most private insurance?
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"'I'm signing onto legislation that would create a public option on the exchange and also legislation that would lower the eligibility age for Medicare,' he said. 'I would like to see people that are near retirement age be able to buy in to the program.'"
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2018
"Americans repudiated divisiveness & partisanship in November, yet here we are on the verge of a #TrumpShutdown of the government over an absurd border wall that doesn't even have majority support. January can't come soon enough."
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Candidate's Website, 2022
"'I have continuously said that we should be taking every step possible to support Ukraine and punish Putin, and speeding the delivery of weapons systems and military assistance to Ukraine is essential,' said Congressman Chris Pappas. 'The passage of this legislation will deliver critical support to Ukraine as they defend their sovereignty, and I urge the President to sign it into law swiftly to ensure aid reaches Ukraine as soon as possible.'"No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support increasing federal enforcement of organized retail crime?
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2018
"We need to tackle the opioid crisis head-on with additional resources and support for local emergency responders and the recovery community. As a member of Congress, I'll continue to fight for the increased investments that our state desperately needs."
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support a new wealth tax that would require households worth over $100 million to pay a 20% tax on their income and unrealized capital gains?
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support presidential action to bar asylum-seekers from staying in the United States before their court date?
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When asked about the likelihood of the income cap rising, Pappas responded "In terms of the tax picture, I think we should consider how those at the upper end of the income spectrum--earning more than a million dollars--pay more and pay their fair share into the system. Right now we have a system where someone making a million dollars pays on a fraction of their income, and someone's who's working hard each and every day--a middle class family--is paying social security tax on 100% of their income. I think there's a fairness that we can get at there with high income earners that will allow us to shore up the system, ensure that we can pay benefits to seniors, and return their investment that they've been paying in throughout their working years."
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"I also don't support raising the retirement age, because I think that hits working people at a much greater rate, and I think we've got to be cognizant of those people that work hard their entire lives and the benefits that should be there for them."
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WMUR, 2024
"I have been a strong supporter of commonsense solutions that would cut taxes for small businesses and working families by expanding the Child Tax Credit, restore research and development deductions for small businesses, repeal the federal excise tax on trucks, and reduce burdensome red tape for online businesses. We need to create a tax code that works for working families and supports small businesses. That’s why I won’t support any legislation increasing taxes on those making less than $400,000 a year and why I’ll continue fighting for bipartisan tax solutions to lower costs for working people."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Chris supports universal healthcare and will work to ensure everyone has quality, affordable health care coverage. The Affordable Care Act was a significant step forward, and we must stop Republican attempts to sabotage it and repeal it outright."
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When asked about voter ID laws in general, Pappas said, "We have an ID Law here in New Hampshire and it works well and I think we do a number of things well with respect to our elections in New Hampshire. One of the things that I regret is the way my opponent continues to undermine confidence in our election, she doubles down on the big lie. She's even questioned the integrity of the vote here in new Hampshire. We have a system where folks show an ID, we have paper ballots that can be audited or recounted. We've got same day registration and there's a great degree of integrity to the way we run our votes here in new Hampshire and my hats are off to our local election officials that do just a tremendous job. We shouldn't be undermining confidence in that process. We should be celebrating what we do here in new Hampshire and look to strengthen it. "
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At a WMUR debate Pappas said, "The fact is, we became a net exporter of energy at the end of the Obama administration and we still are today. But I want to take concrete steps beyond this political talking points that can help New Englanders, can help Granite Staters this winter. And that's why I'm urging the Biden administration to reduce exports, providing new flexibilities for shipping in this country with a waiver for something called the Jones Act will help us have the resources and drive down costs."
No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should Congress revise Section 230, a federal law that shields social media companies from lawsuits over content that appears on their platforms?
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"We need to say loudly and clearly that Russia is an adversary and not a friend of democracy, human rights, and American interests. Russia attacked the United States during the 2016 election, and we remain vulnerable to future attacks and manipulation. Our entire intelligence community is in agreement that Russia engaged in cyber-attacks in support of President Trump to sway the results of the election. We need to empower our investigators to get to the bottom of this hack of our democracy, impose tough sanctions and other punishments to deter Russia and any other hostile foreign actors from engaging in that type of behavior, and protect our elections from future hacking attempts."
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When asked about President Biden's plan to forgive up to $10,000 of student loan debt through executive action, Pappas said he opposed the plan. "Pappas, speaking with the Pulse of New Hampshire this morning on Good Morning New Hampshire, said the announcement by President Biden is no way to make policy and sidesteps Congress and its oversight and fiscal responsibilities.
"Congressman Pappas went on to say that any plan to address student debt should go through the legislative process, and it should be more targeted and paid for so it doesn’t add to the deficit.
"The Congressman says the underlying issue is really the affordability of higher education and that the high cost of college continues to limit opportunities available to students. "
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Candidate's Website, 2022
“The administration should not revoke Title 42 without developing the plans needed to protect the health and safety of the American people. The administration should be taking into account all possible impacts as they review their policies, and they should also provide Congress with a more definitive plan for how any changes will be implemented after the public health emergency and the national emergency are formally rescinded.”
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2018
"The President's decision is a serious mistake and unravels the only diplomatic means we have to prevent Iran from building a nuclear weapon"
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Climate change is not only real, it is an existential threat to the future of our planet, and we must take bold action to prevent its economic and environmental impacts here and around the globe. As this President implements policies that desecrate our environment, open spaces, air, and coastlines, Chris believes we must forcefully resist. Trump's decision to pull us out of the Paris Climate Agreement is a dangerous step that takes us backwards in our fight to curb emissions; his decision to end the Clean Power Plan undermines strategies to reduce emissions and harms air quality in New Hampshire. Proposals to allow private companies to drill for oil off the coast of New Hampshire are equally reckless and irresponsible."
Voting Record
H R 8281 (2024)
Requires proof of United States citizenship (such as a birth certificate) to register to vote. (It is already illegal for noncitizens to vote in federal elections.)
H R 7980 (2024)
Restricts tax credits for electric vehicles based on how much of their production can be traced back to China.
H R 6678 (2024)
Makes Social Security fraud and identification document fraud grounds for deportation and/or barring admission to the United States.
H R 8314 (2024)
Prohibits any 501(c) organization (such as nonprofits, unions, etc.) from contributing to any political committee if it has received a donation of from a foreign national within the past eight years.
H R 7409 (2024)
Removes federal drilling permit requirements for geothermal wells, if less than 50% of the subsurface geothermal estate is in federal land.
H R 5179 (2024)
Requires products made in Israeli-controlled areas of the West Bank be marked as originating from "Israel."
H R 7511 (2024)
Requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain anyone unlawfully in the United States who has been arrested for burglary or theft. The bill also allows states to sue the federal government over immigration enforcement failures.
H R 1398 (2024)
Restarts an initiative in the U.S. Department of Justice under President Trump, nicknamed the "China Initiative," focused on Chinese hacking, spying, stealing of American technology, and trade theft.
H R 382
Ends the federal public health emergency over COVID-19.
H R 1 (2023)
Large bill relating to many areas of U.S. energy policy, generally aimed at increasing fossil fuel production. For example, this bill streamlines the permitting process for new natural gas pipelines. The bill also seeks to boost mining of some minerals, such as uranium, and roll back some investments in clean energy and energy efficiency.
H R 21 (2023)
Limits future releases from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve until the Department of Energy develops a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production.H R 734 (2023)
Requires schools to limit women's sports competitions to athletes born with female reproductive organs.
H R 5 (2023)
Lays out various parent rights that schools must recognize or lose federal funding. Some of these rights include:
- The right to review (and make copies of at no cost) the curriculum of their child's school
- The right to know if their child's school allows an individual whose biological sex is male to use restrooms or changing rooms designated for individuals whose biological sex is female
- The right to know if the state alters its challenging academic standards
H R 3746 (2023)
Compromise between House Republicans and Pres. Biden to raise the debt limit. Among other things, this bill resumes student loan debt payments, adds work requirements for SNAP and TANF, and limits future federal spending.
H R 5933 (2023)
Adds regulations on foreign gifts and contracts for colleges and universities.
H R 2494 (2023)
Makes assaulting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder a deportable offense.
H Res 845 (2023)
Resolution censuring Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her comments following Hamas' attack on Israel October 7, 2023.
H J Res 7 (2023)
Ends the national emergency related to COVID-19, which was declared by President Trump on March 13, 2020.H Res 757 (2023)
Resolution removing Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-California) as Speaker of the House.
H R 347 (2023)
Requires every executive order from the president to be accompanied by a report on the order's estimated impact on inflation.
H R 3564 (2023)
Rolls back changes made by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) that would raise mortgage fees for borrowers with higher credit scores and cut fees for borrowers with lower credit scores.
H J Res 30 (2023)
Reverses a rule from the Biden administration that would otherwise make it easier for financial advisers and managers to consider "environmental, social, and governance" (ESG) factors when making investments.H J Res 45 (2023)
Nullifies Biden's executive action to suspend federal student loan payments and discharge debt.H R 26 (2023)
Requires health care providers "to exercise the proper degree of care" if a child survives an abortion or attempted abortion. This bill includes criminal penalties, including potential murder charges.
H R 2 (2023)
Immigration law bill that requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to continue building a wall along the southern border of the United States. This bill also limits asylum eligibility for migrants, increases penalties for violating immigration law, and requires DHS to create a system similar to E-Verify and requires all employers to use the system.
H R 3617 (2022)
Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act, or the MORE Act. Decriminalizes marijuana at the federal level.
H R 5376 (2022)
This is a new version of the 2021 "Build Back Better" bill, which failed to pass. Among other things, this bill creates a minimum corporate tax rate of 15%, allows Medicare to negotiate the price of certain prescription drugs, and includes many investments in clean energy and energy efficiency.
H R 7910 (2022)
A large gun control bill. Among other things, this legislation prohibits some firearm purchases for people under age 21, establishes new federal criminal offenses for gun trafficking, regulates bump stocks, and prohibits large capacity magazines.
H R 6833 (2022)
Cap what diabetic patients with commercial health insurance pay for insulin at $35 per month.H R 8296 (2022)
Prohibits government from restricting access to abortion. For example, this bill would prohibit state laws that ban abortion before viability (when a fetus can survive outside the womb).
H R 8297 (2022)
Blocks states from prosecuting individuals who travel over state lines for an abortion. This bill also protects at-home abortion prescriptions that may travel through the mail.
H R 8373 (2022)
Protects the right of individuals to access and health care providers to prescribe contraception.
H R 8404 (2022)
Recognizes and protects same-sex marriage at the federal level.
H R 1808 (2022)
Bans semiautomatic assault weapons (SAW) and large capacity ammunition feeding devices (LCAFD).H R 2377 (2022)
Federal "red flag" bill. This would create a federal "extreme risk protection order" that blocks someone from purchasing a firearm if the court rules they are a risk to themselves or others.
H R 7688 (2022)
Gives the federal government new powers to fine companies for setting "unconscionably excessive" fuel prices.
H R 4346 (2022)
Supplemental funding for U.S. marshals and other officers to protect the Supreme Court, its justices, and staff.H R 5376 (2021)
"Build Back Better Act," a roughly $2.2 trillion spending package covering everything from universal public preschool, to child tax credits, to paid family and medical leave, to tax credits for electric cars and solar panels. The bill would also impose a 15% corporate minimum tax, a 15% minimum tax on foreign corporate profits, and other tax and IRS reforms.
H R 1319 (2021)
"American Rescue Plan Act," providing funding related to COVID-19 as well as other priorities. For example, this bill provides for emergency rental assistance, raises the minimum wage to $15 per hour, provides one-time $1,400 payments to individuals, etc. The Senate removed the $15 minimum wage increase, due in part to concerns this would violate budget process laws.
H R 3755 (2021)
Limits state restrictions on abortion. For example, this bill prohibits limitations on abortions pre-viability.
H R 1 (2021)
Federal voting rights bill covering many diverse areas. This bill requires states to allow same-day voter registration, offer two weeks of early voting, expand opportunities to vote by mail, etc.
H R 3233 (2021)
Establishes the National Commission to Investigate the January 6 Attack on the United States Capitol Complex.H R 5314 (2021)
Protecting Our Democracy Act, intended to prevent abuses of presidential power and combat foreign election interference. Among other things, the bill would make White House visitor logs and salary information publicly available, prohibit self-pardons, prohibit the acceptance of foreign or domestic emoluments, require federal campaign reporting of foreign contacts, require presidential candidates to release tax returns, etc.
H R 1065 (2021)
Requires employers with more than 15 employees to provide "reasonable accommodations" for pregnant employees.H R 5746 (2021)
Implements certain election procedures across the states, such as automatic and same-day registration, vote-by-mail, and early voting. This bill also increases federal oversight of state voting laws.
H R 6 (2021)
Allows illegal/undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children to seek legal status. This bill incorporates provisions of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program into federal law.
H R 8 (2021)
Requires a background check for nearly every gun sale or transfer, particularly between private individuals.H R 1446 (2021)
Extends the time to complete a federal background check, from three to ten days. At the time of this bill's submission, a licensed seller can transfer a firearm to a purchaser after three days even if the background check is not complete.
H R 4 (2021)
Increases federal oversight of state voting laws. In particular, this bill reestablishes "preclearance," which requires the Department of Justice to approve any changes to state voting laws to ensure they do not discriminate against voters based on race.
H R 1280 (2021)
Law enforcement reform bill drafted by Democratic representatives. Among many provisions, this bill would establish a federal registry of police misconduct complaints and disciplinary actions, restrict qualified immunity for police officers, require state and local law enforcement agencies that receive federal funding to adopt anti-discrimination policies and training programs, prohibit no-knock warrants in federal drug investigations, and so on.H R 842 (2021)
Overhaul of federal labor laws. For example, this bill bars employers from retaliating against unionization efforts, overrides state Right-to-Work laws, lowers the bar for contractors to prove they are employees under federal law, etc.
H R 3684 (2021)
Bipartisan federal infrastructure investment bill, covering highways, water infrastructure, broadband, passenger rail, electric vehicle charging stations, and more.
H R 51 (2021)
Admits Washington, D.C. as a state.H Res 24 (2021)
House impeachment charging President Trump with a pattern of "efforts to subvert and obstruct" the completion of the 2020 election and "inciting violence," referring to the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
H R 5 (2021)
"Equality Act," prohibiting discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. For example, the bill prohibits an individual from being denied access to a shared facility, including a restroom, a locker room, and a dressing room, that is in accordance with the individual's gender identity.
H Res 72 (2021)
Removes Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from the House Budget Committee and the House Education and Labor Committee.H R 3005
Removes the bust of former Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney from the U.S. Capitol building and replaces it with a bust of former Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall.H R 3884 (2020)
Decriminalizes marijuana, with related criminal justice reforms.
H R 6395 (2020)
A defense spending bill, including various defense contracts, a pay raise for the military, and renaming some military military bases that were named after Confederate military figures.H R 8015 (2020)
Sends $25 billion to the U.S. Postal Service, suspends changes in their service, and requires the USPS to tread election mail as first class mail.
H R 7120 (2020)
Sweeping law enforcement reform bill, eliminating some legal protections for law enforcement officers, restricting the use of deadly force and chokeholds, tracking police misconduct data, and more.H R 6074 (2020)
Authorizes emergency spending related to the coronavirus outbreak. Forexample, this bill provides funding for vaccine research and small business disaster loans.
H R 133 (2020)
General government budget bill including various coronavirus-related funding. The coronavirus-related funding includes emergency rental assistance, funding for vaccine distribution, an additional $300 per week for unemployment benefits, and individual payments of $600 per person.
H R 6800 (2020)
$3 trillion coronavirus-related stimulus bill that builds on the CARES Act, H R 748. This bill includes another $1,200 for every American and expands the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), among other funding.
H R 266 (2020)
Adds more funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which offers forgivable loans for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus.
H R 6201 (2020)
Requires free coronavirus testing, regardless of insurance coverage, and requires employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide two weeks of paid sick leave if an employee is quarantined, experiencing symptoms, or caring for a family member. Employers will get a tax credit to offset costs. This bill also expands unemployment grants to help states cover higher unemployment claims and expands funding and eligibility for various food programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
H R 9051 (2020)
Increases the individual COVID-19 relief checks from $600 to $2,000.H R 535 (2020)
Requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
S J Res 68 (2020)
Directs the U.S. President to stop the use of armed forces in Iran unless authorized by Congress.
H R 268 (2019)
Democratic bill to end the government shutdown and fund the government through September 2019. The bill does not include $5.6 billion for a border wall, but includes $14 billion in disaster relief funding.H J Res 31 (2019)
Final 2019 federal budget bill, including $1.4 billion for 55 miles of physical barrier on the border with Mexico, $415 million for humanitarian relief at the border, $12 billion for disaster relief, and $3.3 billion for highway and bridge infrastructure.H Res 755 (2019)
Impeaches President Donald Trump, leading to a trial in the U.S. Senate
H R 3 (2019)
Directs the federal government to negotiate drug prices for Medicare directly with pharmaceutical companies and caps out-of-pocket costs for Medicare part D enrollees.
H R 3239 (2019)
Establishes standards for Custom and Border Protection's care of detainees, including an initial health screening.
H R 986 (2019)
Blocks a Trump administration policy that would give states greater flexibility to allow short-term and association health care plans. Those plans would not have to meet the same requirements as originally laid out under the Affordable Care Act.
H Res 660 (2019)
Resolution continuing the impeachment inquiry related to President Donald Trump.
H J Res 46 (2019)
Ends the national emergency on the U.S.-Mexico border declared by President Trump.
H R 5 (2019)
Adds sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity to federal anti-discrimination laws.
H R 8 (2019)
Requires a background check for all firearm sales, including private sales that do not take place through a licensed dealer.H R 1112 (2019)
Extends the time period for authorities to complete a federal firearms background check. At the time of this bill's submission, if a background check is not completed within three days, the seller may go ahead and sell the firearm.
H R 4 (2019)
Increases federal oversight of state voting laws.
H R 4617 (2019)
Establishes a duty to report foreign election interference, adds restrictions to online campaign advertising, and adds restrictions on election-related spending by foreign entitites.
H R 6 (2019)
Offers a path to citizenship for illegal/undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, as well as some other immigrants whose countries of origin are experiencing ongoing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary conditions.
H Amdt 398 (2019)
Prohibits federal law enforcement from interfering in states that legalize recreational marijuana.
H R 582 (2019)
Gradually raises the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour.
H R 1585 (2019)
Reauthorizes the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which contains victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. For example, VAWA authorizes federal grants for rape prevention programs. The 2019 version of VAWA passed by the House includes a provision to block stalkers, former boyfriends, and dating partners - no just marriage partners - from possessing firearms.H R 1644 (2019)
Restores the Open Internet Order of the Federal Communications Commission, which would reinstate net neutrality rules that prohibit internet service providers from slowing internet content.H R 9 (2019)
Requires the U.S. to remain in the Paris climate agreement beyond 2020.
