Eugene Simon Vindman

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.

119-HR-10717

Wigs for Warriors Act

Introduced in the House · Oct 1

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Armed Services · Oct 1

This bill's text has not been analysed yet.

119-HR-10614

Providing Child Care for Firefighters and EMS Act

Introduced in the House · Sep 24

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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 24

The bill establishes a grant pilot program administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide child care services for the minor children of emergency services personnel.

Yes· 2 of 18

• Does this make child care cost less?+7The bill explicitly authorizes grant funds to provide financial assistance for family child care costs and support startup and operational expenses for child care programs.
• Would children be better off under this?+6The bill increases access to child care services, including specialized care for sick children and children with disabilities.

The opposite

• Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2The bill authorizes $30,000,000 annually for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for the grant program.

119-HR-10472

Mail Integrity and Inspector General Act

Introduced in the House · Sep 16

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Sep 16

This bill focuses on making sure the Office of Investigations within the Postal Service's Inspector General office has enough staff.

Yes

• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3The bill requires annual reporting to Congress on staffing and caseloads within the USPS Office of Inspector General, increasing oversight transparency.

The opposite

• No question was scored the opposite.

119-HRES-1556

To honor and recognize Mr. Ahmad Shah Massoud, the former military leader of Afghanistan's Northern Alliance who was tragically assassinated by Al-Qaeda and the Taliban 25 years ago on September 9, 2001.

Introduced in the House · Sep 16

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Sep 16

This resolution seeks to honor and recognize Mr. Ahmad Shah Massoud, the former military leader of Afghanistan's Northern Alliance.

Yes· 2 of 3

• Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+1The resolution honors a significant historical figure of Afghan descent.
• Would immigrants be better off under this?+1The recognition of an Afghan leader may resonate with immigrant communities from that region.

The opposite

• No question was scored the opposite.

119-HR-10403

Back to School Tax Credit Act

Introduced in the House · Sep 15

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · Sep 15

Vindman on September 15, 2026. The legislation amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a new refundable tax credit for school supplies.

Yes· 2 of 9

• Would children be better off under this?+4Children under 17 benefit directly from families receiving assistance to purchase necessary school supplies.
• Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+4The refundable nature of the tax credit ensures that lower-income households receive financial assistance even if they have no tax liability.

The opposite

• No question was scored the opposite.

119-HR-10297

El Salvador TPS Act of 2026

Introduced in the House · Sep 3

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Sep 3

The legislation requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate El Salvador for temporary protected status. This designation must remain in place until the date that is 18 months after September 9, 2026.

Yes· 2 of 11

• Would immigrants be better off under this?+9Directly provides temporary legal status and protection for a specific group of immigrants.
• Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+8Directly benefits Hispanic individuals from El Salvador by providing legal status.

The opposite

• No question was scored the opposite.

119-HR-10199

Sell Your Stocks or Step Down Act

Introduced in the House · Aug 31

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, the Judiciary, 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 · Aug 31

This bill aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code to restrict financial activities for high-ranking officials.

Yes· 2 of 4

• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7The bill requires public disclosure of fines and the reasons for them on a public website.
• Does this reduce what the federal government owes?+5The bill directs penalties and disgorged profits to the Treasury specifically for deficit reduction.

The opposite

• Does this protect people from being watched or searched?-5The bill requires the disclosure of detailed financial records and brokerage statements to ethics offices.

119-HR-10198

Federal Worker Protection Act

Introduced in the House · Aug 31

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Aug 31

This bill is designed to stop government agencies from using non-disclosure agreements that stop federal employees and contractors from being whistleblowers.

Yes· 2 of 3

• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7The bill increases transparency by requiring plain-language notices of disclosure rights and a public registry of NDA templates.
• Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+6The bill protects the speech rights of federal employees by preventing NDAs from chilling protected whistleblowing disclosures.

The opposite

• No question was scored the opposite.

119-HR-10081

No Utility Junk Fees Act

Introduced in the House · Aug 10

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Aug 10

This bill aims to stop regulated electric utilities from charging residential consumers unfair fees. The bill would require States to prohibit these "spurious charges" and mandate specific disclosures to consumers.

Yes· 2 of 5

• Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+6The bill mandates protections against unfair utility fees and requires clear billing disclosures.
• Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5The bill lowers energy costs and ensures access to fee-free payment methods.

The opposite

• Does this leave more decisions to the states?-3The bill conditions state financial assistance on meeting specific federal requirements.
• Would business owners be better off under this?-2Regulated utilities may face increased compliance costs and administrative burdens.

119-HR-10080

Energy Utility Lobbying Ban Act

Introduced in the House · Aug 10

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Aug 10

This bill seeks to impose restrictions on lobbying by former employees and officers of State regulatory authorities.

Yes· 2 of 4

• Does this limit the influence of paid lobbyists?+8The bill significantly curbs the influence of former state employees lobbying electric utilities.
• Does this give the federal government more power?+7The bill expands federal oversight by conditioning state energy funding on compliance with specific federal lobbying restrictions.

The opposite· 2 of 3

• Does this leave more decisions to the states?-5The bill reduces state autonomy by imposing federal requirements and penalties on state energy programs.
• Would business owners be better off under this?-4Utility companies and their officers face new restrictions on their ability to advocate for their interests.

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