Bill · H.R. 4524· House(119-HR-4524)
Equity in Government Act
- Introduced
- 7/17/2025
- Last activity
- 7/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Ayanna Pressley
- Cosponsors
- - 42 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Equity in Government Act" aims to improve the equitable provision of services to underserved communities and individuals. It amends titles 5, 31, and 44 of the United States Code. The bill requires agencies to include goals related to equitable service provision in their strategic and performance plans. It establishes an Agency Equity Advisory Team within each agency. The bill also focuses on equitable data use and collection by establishing an Equitable Data Working Group. Finally, it emphasizes the importance of considering equity in policymaking and access to services.
Yes· 3 of 27
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The bill directly targets underserved communities and individuals, which often include low-income households, aiming to improve their access to services.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+6
Native Americans, due to historical marginalization and unique challenges, stand to significantly benefit from this bill.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
As a group that has historically faced systemic barriers, African Americans stand to benefit from improved equity in government services.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Services for Underserved Communities and Individuals: Sections 2(a)(1), 2(b)(1), and 2(c) require agencies to set goals for improving the equitable provision of services to underserved communities. This could lead to better access and outcomes for these groups.
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Increased Stakeholder Input: Sections 2(a)(2) and 2(b)(2) mandate agencies to consult with nongovernmental organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders when developing plans to serve underserved communities. This ensures that the needs and perspectives of these communities are considered.
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Focus on Equitable Data Use: Section 4 emphasizes equitable data collection and use, which could help to identify and address disparities in government services.
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Agency Equity Advisory Team: Section 3(1)(C) requires each agency to establish an Agency Equity Advisory Team. This team is meant to provide expert guidance on how to improve the equitable provision of services.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no explicitly stated negative impacts for people that can be identified within the document.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+6Good For Native Americans+6Good For African Americans+5Good For Hispanic Americans+5Good For Asian Americans+3Good For Immigrants+3Good For L G B T Q Community+3Good For People With Disabilities+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Children+2Good For Farmers+2Good For Men+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For Retirees+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Students+2Good For Urban Residents+2Good For Veterans+2Good For Women+2Good For Young Adults+2Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For White Americans+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2
- 10/31/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/21/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/17/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 38 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Alma AdamsDemocrat · North Carolina
Sanford BishopDemocrat · Georgia
Joyce BeattyDemocrat · Ohio
Shontel BrownDemocrat · Ohio
James ClyburnDemocrat · South Carolina
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormickDemocrat · Florida
Jasmine CrockettDemocrat · Texas
Danny DavisDemocrat · Illinois
Cleo FieldsDemocrat · Louisiana
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Valerie FousheeDemocrat · North Carolina
Sylvia GarciaDemocrat · Texas
Robert GarciaDemocrat · California
Steven HorsfordDemocrat · Nevada
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Pramila JayapalDemocrat · Washington
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Robin KellyDemocrat · Illinois
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California
Timothy KennedyDemocrat · New York
Stephen LynchDemocrat · Massachusetts
Summer LeeDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Kweisi MfumeDemocrat · Maryland
Gregory MeeksDemocrat · New York
LaMonica McIverDemocrat · New Jersey
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Alexandria Ocasio-CortezDemocrat · New York
Ilhan OmarDemocrat · Minnesota
Stacey PlaskettDemocrat · Virgin Islands
Jamie RaskinDemocrat · Maryland
Delia RamirezDemocrat · Illinois
Eric SwalwellDemocrat · California
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Nydia VelázquezDemocrat · New York
Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · Georgia
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey