What Happened in Congress on Tuesday?

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 — Full breakdown of congressional activity.

50 bills active 22 D-sponsored 28 R-sponsored
50 bills

Committee Activity (50)

Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1]
H.R. 1397
Increasing Access to Dental Insurance Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1] (R-IA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Dental care, Health care costs and insurance, Health care coverage and access
17 cosponsors — including Debbie Dingell, Dan Crenshaw, Troy Balderson and 14 more
Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2]
H.R. 1399
Prior Approval Reform Act
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Sponsor Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2] (R-NV) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Corporate finance and management, Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
1 cosponsor — including Scott DesJarlais
Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
H.R. 1401
Currency Optimization, Innovation, and National Savings Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsor Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5] (R-AZ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors — including Juan Ciscomani, Barry Moore, Randy K. Sr. Weber and 2 more
Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]
H.R. 1403
LIVE Beneficiaries Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12] (R-FL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Health care coverage and access, Medicaid, State and local government operations
3 cosponsors — including Angie Craig, Ken Calvert, Sharice Davids
Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
H.R. 1405
Enhancing Domestic Drug Manufacturing Competitiveness Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16] (R-FL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Congressional oversight, Environmental regulatory procedures, Government studies and investigations, Manufacturing, Prescription drugs
1 cosponsor — including Byron Donalds
Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
H.R. 1406
Lung Cancer Screening and Prevention Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
Sponsor Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16] (R-FL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Cancer, Cardiovascular and respiratory health, Health care coverage and access, Health promotion and preventive care, Medical tests and diagnostic methods, Medicare
8 cosponsors — including Timothy M. Kennedy, H. Morgan Griffith, Darin LaHood and 5 more
Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
H.R. 1407
Permanent Telehealth from Home Act
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
Sponsor Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16] (R-FL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Computers and information technology, Geography and mapping, Health care coverage and access, Health technology, devices, supplies, Medicare
4 cosponsors — including Max L. Miller, Mike Thompson, Darin LaHood and 1 more
Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]
H.R. 1408
Affordable Child Care Act
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3] (D-KS) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Suzanne Bonamici, Ryan Mackenzie and 4 more
Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]
H.R. 1409
College Thriving Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4] (D-NC) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Education programs funding, Higher education, Performance measurement, Teaching, teachers, curricula
1 cosponsor — including Alma S. Adams
Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
H.R. 1410
9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2] (R-NY) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional oversight, First responders and emergency personnel, Health personnel, Health programs administration and funding, Licensing and registrations, Medical research, Mental health, Research administration and funding
133 cosponsors — including Jerrold Nadler, Thomas H. Kean, Daniel S. Goldman and 130 more
Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
H.R. 1411
No Veteran Should Go Hungry Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Food assistance and relief, Nutrition and diet, Poverty and welfare assistance, Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
2 cosponsors — including Chellie Pingree, Thomas H. Kean
Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
H.R. 1412
Know Your Rates Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Michael Lawler, Eugene Simon Vindman
Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
H.R. 1414
Cameron’s Law
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
16 cosponsors — including Don Bacon, Jimmy Panetta, Thomas R. Suozzi and 13 more
Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
H.R. 1415
No IRIS Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Sponsor Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6] (R-WI) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
23 cosponsors — including Jake Ellzey, Michael Guest, Julia Letlow and 20 more
Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
H.R. 1416
Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large] (R-WY) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Elementary and secondary education, Family relationships, School administration
1 cosponsor — including Mary E. Miller
Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large]
H.R. 1418
Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large] (R-SD) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Kim Schrier, Joe Neguse, Dan Newhouse and 4 more
Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
H.R. 1419
Contaminated Wells Relocation Act
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Sponsor Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2] (R-VA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Suhas Subramanyam
Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23]
H.R. 1421
Make American Flags in America Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23] (R-NY) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Buy American requirements, Congressional oversight, Government buildings, facilities, and property, Government studies and investigations, National symbols
43 cosponsors — including Robert B. Aderholt, John R. Moolenaar, Paul Tonko and 40 more
Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
H.R. 1424
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the employer tax credit for paid family and medical leave.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
H.R. 1425
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the amount of the child tax credit, to make such credit fully refundable, to remove income limitations from such credit, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
H.R. 1426
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the amount allowed as a credit under the expenses for household and dependent care services credit and the employer-provided child care credit.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
H.R. 1427
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the amount of the adoption credit and to establish the in vitro fertilization expenses credit.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]
H.R. 1428
Poverty Line Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15] (D-CA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional oversight, Government information and archives, Inflation and prices, Internet, web applications, social media, Poverty and welfare assistance
14 cosponsors — including Eleanor Holmes Norton, Janice D. Schakowsky, Seth Magaziner and 11 more
Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
H.R. 1429
Activating National Parks in Cities Act
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] (D-DC) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Outdoor recreation, Parks, recreation areas, trails, Urban and suburban affairs and development
Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
H.R. 1430
No CBDC Act
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsor Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5] (R-TN) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
H.R. 1432
LIABLE Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21] (R-TX) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Cardiovascular and respiratory health, Civil actions and liability, Immunology and vaccination, Infectious and parasitic diseases, Manufacturing
11 cosponsors — including Thomas Massie, Josh Brecheen, Michael Cloud and 8 more
Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8]
H.R. 1433
Kids’ Access to Primary Care Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8] (D-WA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Child health, Government studies and investigations, Health personnel, Health promotion and preventive care, Medicaid, Medical tests and diagnostic methods, Medicare, Nursing, Women's health
10 cosponsors — including Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Kathy Castor, Suzan K. DelBene and 7 more
Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
H.R. 1434
Strengthening Communities through Summer Employment Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11] (D-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Advisory bodies, Education of the disadvantaged, Educational guidance, Employment and training programs, Performance measurement, Temporary and part-time employment, Youth employment and child labor
2 cosponsors — including Brian K. Fitzpatrick, William R. Keating
Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
H.R. 1435
Family-to-Family Reauthorization Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11] (D-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Child health, Disability assistance, Family services, Health programs administration and funding, Health promotion and preventive care
8 cosponsors — including Monica De La Cruz, Deborah K. Ross, Gwen Moore and 5 more
Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11]
H.R. 1436
ENABLE Act
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11] (R-PA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
22 cosponsors — including Donald S. Beyer, Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Eleanor Holmes Norton and 19 more
Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]
H.R. 1437
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
Sponsor Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10] (D-WA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional tributes, Military history, Military personnel and dependents, Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers, Racial and ethnic relations, Smithsonian Institution, Veterans' organizations and recognition
27 cosponsors — including Herbert Conaway, Juan Ciscomani, Gwen Moore and 24 more
Rep. Strong, Dale W. [R-AL-5]
H.R. 1438
Protecting America’s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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.
Sponsor Rep. Strong, Dale W. [R-AL-5] (R-AL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
17 cosponsors — including Mike Thompson, Zachary Nunn, John R. Moolenaar and 14 more
Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39]
H.R. 1439
Korematsu-Takai Civil Liberties Protection Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39] (D-CA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Correctional facilities and imprisonment, Detention of persons, Disability and health-based discrimination, Due process and equal protection, Racial and ethnic relations, Religion, Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
5 cosponsors — including Doris O. Matsui, Jill N. Tokuda, Grace Meng and 2 more
Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
H.R. 1440
Discriminatory Gaming Tax Repeal Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1] (D-NV) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Guy Reschenthaler, Mike Kelly, Steven Horsford and 4 more
Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
H.R. 1441
PURE Water Act
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15] (D-NY) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
8 cosponsors — including Michael Lawler, Jerrold Nadler, George Latimer and 5 more
Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
H.R. 1443
Public Safety Free Speech Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2] (R-NJ) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
14 cosponsors — including Steve Cohen, Laura Gillen, Jahana Hayes and 11 more
Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2]
H.R. 1444
Zuni Indian Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2] (D-NM) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Federal-Indian relations, Geography and mapping, Government information and archives, Government trust funds, Indian claims, Indian lands and resources rights, Lakes and rivers, Land transfers, Land use and conservation, New Mexico, Water use and supply
2 cosponsors — including Teresa Leger Fernandez, Melanie A. Stansbury
Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
H.R. 1445
For the relief of Ruslana Melnyk and Mykhaylo Gnatyuk.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7] (D-IL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Private Legislation
Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41]
H.Res. 142
Recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
Sponsor Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] (R-CA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Asia, Conflicts and wars, Japan, Military history, National symbols
3 cosponsors — including Salud O. Carbajal, Darrell Issa, Nick LaLota
Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3]
H.Res. 143
Impeaching Paul Engelmayer, judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3] (R-WI) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Marjorie Taylor Greene
Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
S. 608
IRS MATH Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S613)
Sponsor Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] (D-MA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Bill Cassidy
Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
S. 609
BRAVE Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (D-CT) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Computers and information technology, Congressional oversight, Disability assistance, Family relationships, Government studies and investigations, Health personnel, Health programs administration and funding, Health promotion and preventive care, Labor market, Mental health, Military personnel and dependents, Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation, Veterans' medical care, Veterans' pensions and compensation, Wages and earnings, Women's health
2 cosponsors — including Jeanne Shaheen, Angus S., Jr. King
Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
S. 614
A bill to designate the area of Sumner Row between 16th Street and Northwest and L Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Alexi Navalny Way".
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S1010-1011)
Sponsor Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional tributes, District of Columbia, Europe, Protest and dissent, Roads and highways, Russia
9 cosponsors — including Bill Cassidy, Chris Van Hollen, Christopher A. Coons and 6 more
Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
S. 615
Chemical Tax Repeal Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] (R-TX) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including John Kennedy, John Cornyn, John Barrasso and 4 more
Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
S. 617
OPIOIDS Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Computers and information technology, Drug, alcohol, tobacco use, Employment and training programs, Intergovernmental relations, Law enforcement administration and funding, State and local government operations
2 cosponsors — including Peter Welch, Jon Ossoff
Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL]
S. 618
Protecting America’s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Sponsor Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL] (R-AL) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Jim Banks
Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
S. 619
Credit Freeze for Kids Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH] (D-NH) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including John Cornyn
Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
S. 623
No IRIS Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sponsor Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA] (R-LA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Roger F. Wicker, Tommy Tuberville, Ted Budd
Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
S. 624
Equal COLA Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1011)
Sponsor Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] (D-CA) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management, Inflation and prices
17 cosponsors — including Chris Van Hollen, Bernard Sanders, Patty Murray and 14 more
Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
S. 625
Veterans Border Patrol Training Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (D-CT) Introduced Feb 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Border security and unlawful immigration, Congressional oversight, Employment and training programs, Government information and archives, Law enforcement officers, Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
1 cosponsor — including James Lankford

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