The paragraph under each bill and the scores beside it were written by an AI model from the bill's text; the rest is the record.
▶In committee15 billsIntroduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
What happens next: The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Sep 21
This bill celebrates the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps, which was established on March 1, 1961, by President John F. Kennedy.
Yes· 2 of 6
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+4The resolution explicitly recognizes the Peace Corps' role in enhancing global perceptions of the United States through cultural exchange and partnership.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4The text celebrates the Peace Corps for fostering people-to-people diplomacy and sustainable partnerships in 144 countries over the past 65 years.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure · Sep 3
This bill aims to improve the safety of the air supply on commercial aircraft. It requires the FAA to create annual training for crew and responders on handling engine oil or hydraulic fluid smoke and fume events.
Yes· 2 of 12
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+8Requires a public, searchable database of air quality incidents.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+7Increases passenger safety through better air quality monitoring and public transparency of incidents.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-3Imposes new equipment installation and training costs on air carriers.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1Authorizes appropriations for the FAA to carry out the new safety mandates.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Jul 30
This bill amends the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to prioritize domestic food products.
Yes· 2 of 14
Would farmers be better off under this?+5The mandate to purchase domestic goods provides a significant benefit to American farmers.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+4The emphasis on domestic agriculture strongly supports rural economies.
The opposite
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-3By limiting the purchase of foreign commodities, the bill may negatively impact international trade relations.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure · May 4
This bill establishes the "Accelerating Demonstration Approaches for Protecting Transportation Assets Act" to create a competitive grant program.
Yes· 2 of 7
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+6The bill provides funding specifically to harden and adapt highways and other critical transportation assets against natural hazards.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+6The bill mandates coordination with FEMA to ensure comprehensive solutions for natural hazard mitigation.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Apr 28
This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran or its government and military.
Yes· 2 of 3
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6By directing the removal of forces from hostilities, the resolution shifts the posture from military conflict toward potential diplomatic stability.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+5The resolution directs the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran, which reduces the operational costs of active conflict.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Highways and Transit · Aug 2
This bill aims to amend title 23 of the United States Code. It seeks to increase flexibility for emergency relief projects related to federal-aid highways.
Yes· 2 of 3
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+5The bill increases flexibility for the timing and advancement of emergency relief projects for federal-aid highways.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4The bill requires that the Emergency Relief Manual be made publicly available on a Secretary's website.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Jul 23
This resolution reaffirms the core principles of the United States Constitution. It emphasizes the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
Yes· 2 of 3
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5The resolution asserts the congressional duty to conduct investigations and oversight of the administration.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+5The resolution reaffirms the congressional power to control spending and mandates that appropriations made by Congress are law.
The opposite
Does this give the federal government more power?-2The resolution emphasizes checks and balances that prevent the consolidation of power in any single branch, specifically the executive.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Armed Services · Jul 14
This bill aims to amend title 10 to improve oversight and transparency regarding Department of Defense cost growth.
Yes· 2 of 6
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+5The bill increases oversight of Department of Defense cost growth to ensure more responsible use of taxpayer funds.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5The bill mandates public disclosure of cost breach reports on the Department of Defense website.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Highways and Transit · Jun 27
This bill aims to ensure specific bridge project tasks are handled by certified professionals.
Yes· 2 of 13
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+7The bill directly aims to increase safety and longevity through required certification and corrosion management for bridges.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+4The bill requires corrosion management systems that include best practices in environmental protection.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Highways and Transit · Jun 13
This bill seeks to amend title 23 of the United States Code. It requires that public employees perform construction inspection work for federally funded highway projects.
Yes· 2 of 8
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+5The mandate for public inspection ensures higher quality and safer infrastructure.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5The bill requires reports to be published on the Department's website for public access.
The opposite· 2 of 3
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2The mandate for public staffing may increase long-term personnel costs for state and local agencies.
Would business owners be better off under this?-2Private engineering and inspection firms may see less revenue due to the mandate for public employees.
