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 committee19 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 the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned · Sep 17
This bill creates a Federal grant program to reimburse certain States for costs incurred and damage caused by widespread deployment of Federal immigration officials.
Yes· 2 of 11
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+7The bill requires states receiving grants to transfer funds to small businesses impacted by immigration enforcement operations.
Would business owners be better off under this?+6Small businesses impacted by the operations are explicitly designated to receive financial relief from the grant funds.
The opposite
Does this tighten control of the border?-6The bill transfers a substantial amount of funding away from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to fund state reimbursements.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned · Jul 15
H. Res. 1435 expresses the position that the United States should ratify the Rome Statute and become a full member of the International Criminal Court.
Yes· 2 of 3
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6Ratifying the Rome Statute and lifting sanctions on ICC personnel enhances diplomatic relations.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5Joining the ICC aligns the US with the vast majority of its closest allies.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Jun 29
This bill focuses on the issue of Islamophobia in Europe. It directs the Department of State to assess the growing threat of Islamophobia, viewing it as a significant foreign policy matter.
Yes· 2 of 4
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3The bill directs the State Department to address Islamophobia as a threat to stability and security.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+2The bill aims to counter Islamophobia which can impact the security and stability of diaspora communities.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · May 21
This bill creates a new business tax credit for people who sell real property to a qualified manufactured home community cooperative or nonprofit corporation.
Yes· 2 of 24
Does this make housing cost less?+7Protects long-term affordable housing by requiring a 50-year covenant for manufactured home communities sold to residents.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6Directly targets low-income households who make up the majority of manufactured home residents by preserving affordable communities.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned · May 13
This bill aims to amend existing laws to provide free breakfasts and lunches to all children in participating schools.
Yes· 2 of 8
Would students be better off under this?+10Ensures all students have access to free, nutritious meals without stigma or debt.
Would children be better off under this?+10The bill provides universal free breakfast and lunch to all school children.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Oct 8
This bill aims to provide financial relief to specific federal workers. It targets employees who are furloughed or working without a paycheck due to a lapse in appropriations starting around October 1, 2025.
Yes· 2 of 4
Does this make child care cost less?+5The bill provides direct reimbursement for childcare expenses to federal employees facing pay gaps.
Would children be better off under this?+2The bill helps ensure stability in childcare arrangements for children of federal workers during government shutdowns.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1The bill creates a new spending obligation for the federal government to reimburse employees.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?-1The bill requires employees to submit private receipts to the General Services Administration for reimbursement.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Sep 30
This bill seeks to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act. It introduces mandatory certification requirements for certain students and establishes rules regarding unpaid school meal fees.
Yes· 2 of 6
Would children be better off under this?+7The bill protects children from social stigma, segregation, and the withholding of educational opportunities due to meal debt.
Would students be better off under this?+7Students are protected from the shame of unpaid fees and the withholding of grades or extracurricular participation.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Sep 23
This concurrent resolution directs the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.
Yes· 2 of 4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6The resolution calls for full briefings to Congress and the American public regarding military actions.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5By halting unauthorized hostilities, the resolution favors diplomatic processes and congressional debate over military action.
The opposite· 2 of 3
Does this give the federal government more power?-5The resolution seeks to limit the unilateral power of the President to initiate hostilities without congressional authorization.
Does this tighten control of the border?-2The bill limits the use of military force against transnational criminal organizations, which are often involved in border security issues.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Agriculture, Appropriations, Financial Services, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned · Jul 23
This bill aims to eliminate various subsidies used for fossil-fuel production. It targets royalty relief, tax expenditures, and specific federal funding for industries involving coal, petroleum, and natural gas.
Yes· 2 of 13
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8The bill increases liability for offshore oil spills and eliminates subsidies that drive fossil fuel production.
Does this raise the taxes companies pay?+7The bill eliminates several tax deductions, credits, and exemptions used by the fossil fuel industry.
The opposite· 2 of 7
Would business owners be better off under this?-7Energy industry owners face higher royalty rates, new taxes, and the loss of many tax deductions.
Does this put more money into scientific research?-6The bill terminates the authority and rescinds funding for the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management.
