Rep. Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.

Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.

DemocratDemocrat · Representative for Georgia's 4th district

22 sponsored · 904 cosponsored

In the House since 2007

Age 72

Contact their office: (202) 225-1605 · 2240 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 · Official website

Of the bills they sponsored: 22 are in committee.

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 committee22 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.

Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Arts, Culture, Religion119-HRES-1517

Expressing support for the recognition of September 7, 2026, as "Liturgical Dance Day" and the International Dance Commission, and for other purposes.

Introduced in the House · Sep 8

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Sep 8

This resolution expresses support for recognizing September 7, 2026, as ``Liturgical Dance Day'' and the International Dance Commission.

Yes· 2 of 5

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1The bill highlights outreach programs that serve inner-city youth.
  • Would children be better off under this?+1The bill notes that dance programs provide valuable outreach for inner-city youth.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Health119-HRES-1516

Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".

Introduced in the House · Sep 8

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Sep 8

This resolution expresses support for designating September 9 as National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?+7The resolution specifically advocates for the health, awareness, and empowerment of African immigrant and refugee populations.
  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5The resolution notes that African immigrants are often overlooked in existing surveillance programs used for Black and African American categories.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Families119-HJRES-209

Supporting the designation of November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day".

Introduced in the House · Aug 3

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Aug 3

This joint resolution supports designating November 9 of each year as "Gold Star Father's Day."

Yes

  • Would men be better off under this?+5The bill provides symbolic recognition and honor specifically for Gold Star Fathers.
  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5The bill honors the families of fallen service members, which is highly relevant to the veteran community.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Law119-HR-9784

Justice is BLIND Act of 2026

Introduced in the House · Jul 20

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Jul 20

This bill requires Supreme Court justices, federal judges, magistrate judges, and bankruptcy judges to place certain financial assets into qualified blind trusts.

Yes

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7The bill requires attestations of asset placement to be made available on a searchable internet database.

The opposite

  • Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this?-4The bill restricts the ability of individuals to control or dissolve specific financial interests for 180 days after they leave office.
  • Would high-income households be better off under this?-4The mandate limits the immediate control and dissolution of certain financial assets for officials and their families upon leaving office.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Law119-HR-9408

Open Meetings Act of 2026

Introduced in the House · Jun 23

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Jun 23

This bill seeks to amend chapter 15 of title 28 of the United States Code. It establishes new documentation requirements for meetings of certain conferences and councils.

Yes

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+8The bill mandates public notice of meeting agendas and live audio streaming of judicial conference meetings.
  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5The bill provides free access to judicial meeting audio streams without requiring registration or fees.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Armed Forces and National Security119-HR-7766

Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act

Introduced in the House · Mar 3

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Armed Services · Mar 3

This bill seeks to amend the laws regarding how the Department of Defense transfers personal property to Federal and State agencies.

Yes

  • Does this change how police departments operate?+7The bill increases oversight, transparency, and limitations on military-grade equipment used by law enforcement.
  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6The bill mandates public notices, annual reports to Congress, and detailed documentation to increase transparency.

The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-3The bill imposes stricter federal oversight and reporting requirements on how state and local agencies acquire equipment.
  • Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?-2The bill restricts the transfer of certain vehicles and equipment that could be used in disaster response unless specific certifications are met.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Health119-HRES-1081

Raising awareness for the sarcoma cancer chordoma.

Introduced in the House · Feb 25

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Feb 25

This resolution aims to raise awareness for chordoma, which is described as a slow-growing but aggressive bone cancer of the skull and spine.

Yes· 2 of 3

  • Does this put more money into scientific research?+5The resolution expresses the sense that funding for research into new treatments and cures is needed.
  • Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5The resolution advocates for increased support for diagnosis and the development of new treatments for chordoma patients.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues119-HR-6092

Constitutional Accountability Act

Introduced in the House · Nov 18

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Nov 18

This bill aims to ensure that the United States, States, and local governments are held liable for monetary damages resulting from constitutional violations by law enforcement officers.

Yes· 2 of 7

  • Does this change how police departments operate?+7The bill increases accountability by establishing liability for government entities for the actions of law enforcement officers regardless of specific municipal policy.
  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+6The bill's findings highlight that expanded liability can help address historical and ongoing constitutional rights violations faced by Black Americans.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-4The bill increases government liability by allowing monetary damage claims against the United States, States, and local governments.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues119-HR-6091

Bivens Act of 2025

Introduced in the House · Nov 18

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Nov 18

This bill aims to change how civil actions are handled. It proposes an amendment to Section 1979 of the Revised Statutes.

Yes· 2 of 7

  • Does this change how police departments operate?+6The bill provides a civil remedy for rights violations by individuals acting under federal authority, enhancing accountability for federal officials.
  • Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5The bill offers a civil remedy for individuals whose rights are violated by federal actors, which aids the protection of individuals with disabilities.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Johnson
Democrat
Arts, Culture, Religion119-HRES-751

Expressing support for the recognition of September 7, 2025, as "Liturgical Dance Day" and the International Dance Commission, and for other purposes.

Introduced in the House · Sep 19

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Sep 19

H. Res. 751 is a resolution to recognize September 7, 2025, as "Liturgical Dance Day." It also expresses support for the International Dance Commission.

Yes· 2 of 6

  • Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+2Provides educational and artistic opportunities for youth and young adults.
  • Would children be better off under this?+2The bill highlights outreach programs for inner-city youth through dance.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.

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