Bill · H.R. 2797· House(119-HR-2797)
House Expansion Commission Act
- Introduced
- 4/9/2025
- Last activity
- 4/9/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Haley Stevens
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill establishes the "U.S. House of Representatives Expansion Commission" to study the possibility of increasing the number of members in the House of Representatives. The Commission is tasked with researching the current size of the House, the feasibility of various expansion methods, and the potential costs and practical challenges involved. It will also look into how expansion might affect representation and the ability of the House to pass laws. The Commission must submit a report containing proposals for expansion and solutions to any identified challenges within two years. This group will consist of 13 members appointed by various House and Senate leaders.
Yes
Does this give the federal government more power?+1
Expanding the House of Representatives increases the size and scope of federal legislative power.
The opposite
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-2
The bill contemplates new government expenditures for staff, offices, and support entities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Access and Representation: The bill notes a movement to increase the number of members to increase public access to members and improve diversity (Section 2, paragraph 5).
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Improved Constituent Service: An expanded House is intended to enhance the ability of Members to serve their constituents (Section 2, paragraph 5).
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Addressing Population Growth: The bill highlights that the average congressional district has grown significantly since the 1929 cap was set, and expansion could address the fact that districts now represent nearly 800,000 constituents (Section 2, paragraphs 2 and 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Financial Costs: The Commission is required to study the cost implications of expansion, which includes funding, congressional support entities, and the hiring of staff (Section 4, paragraph a, subparagraph 4).
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Logistical Challenges: Expanding the House involves practical challenges such as creating more offices and meeting spaces (Section 4, paragraph a, subparagraph 4, subparagraph A).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Fiscal Responsibility-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+1
- 3/5/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/17/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House
Alma AdamsDemocrat · North Carolina
Mary Gay ScanlonDemocrat · Pennsylvania