Brandon Gill

Became law (4)

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  Brandon Gill (R-TX)· Feb 18

  Their bill

  Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025.

  H.J.Res. 142 Government Operations and Politics

  A Republican resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor. See the voting map.

  Became law

  The Senate voted 49–47 on Feb 12.

  This is a joint resolution from the 119th Congress. It specifically targets the action taken by the District of Columbia Council regarding a specific tax act.

  Yes

  • Scored +1

    Would high-income households be better off under this?

    The disapproval of the tax act may prevent new tax revisions that could impact high-income residents in D.C.

  The opposite· 2 of 3

  • Scored -1

    Would people in cities be better off under this?

    The resolution overrides a local tax law enacted by the District of Columbia's governing body.

  • Scored -1

    Does this raise taxes on the highest earners?

    By disapproving the D.C. tax amendment, the resolution prevents potential changes to income and franchise tax structures that could affect high earners.

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  Brian Mast (R-FL)· May 28

  Cosponsored

  Medal of Sacrifice Act

  H.R. 3497 Crime and Law Enforcement

  A Republican bill with 9 Democratic cosponsors.

  Became law

  This bill establishes a medal to honor law enforcement officers and first responders who were killed in the line of duty.

  Yes· 2 of 7

  • Scored +1

    Would people in cities be better off under this?

    The bill honors law enforcement and first responders who serve various jurisdictions.

  • Scored +1

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The bill honors the service and sacrifice of first responders and law enforcement personnel.

  The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Does this change how police departments operate?

    The bill requires a Commission to investigate the circumstances of death and eligibility based on findings of wrongdoing.

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  Craig Goldman (R-TX)· May 9

  Cosponsored

  Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".

  H.J.Res. 75 Energy

  A Republican resolution with 13 Republican cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Became law

  The Senate voted 52–45 on May 1.

  This joint resolution aims to disapprove a specific rule submitted by the Department of Energy.

  Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +4

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The resolution reduces the cost of regulatory compliance for businesses operating commercial refrigeration.

  • Scored +3

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The disapproval of new energy standards may reduce regulatory burdens and compliance costs for businesses.

  The opposite· 2 of 6

  • Scored -5

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    By nullifying the rule, the resolution weakens environmental standards for commercial appliances.

  • Scored -5

    Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?

    The disapproval of energy standards may result in higher carbon emissions from commercial refrigeration units.

And 1 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Passed one chamber, waiting on the other (29)

Halfway: the other chamber has to pass the same text before it can go to the President.

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  Brandon Gill (R-TX)· Sep 16

  Their bill

  To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.

  H.R. 5140 Crime and Law Enforcement

  A Republican bill with 6 Republican cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Passed the House

  225 – 203

  Now: arrived in the other chamber; nothing has happened to it there yet · Sep 17

  This bill aims to lower the age at which a minor can be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia. It proposes changing the age from sixteen to fourteen years of age.

  The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Scored -5

    Would children be better off under this?

    The bill reduces the age threshold for children to be processed through the adult criminal justice system instead of the family court system.

  • Scored -4

    Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?

    The bill subjects younger minors to adult criminal proceedings, which typically involves more severe sentencing than family court.

  No question was scored yes.

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  Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)· Sep 15

  Cosponsored

  AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025

  H.R. 979 Science, Technology, Communications

  A Republican bill with 158 Democratic cosponsors.

  Passed the House

  By voice vote, no names recorded

  Now: in the queue for a floor vote, with no date set · Sep 16

  This bill requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue a rule mandating that new passenger motor vehicles include access to AM broadcast stations as standard equipment.

  Yes· 2 of 6

  • Scored +4

    Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?

    The bill enhances the effectiveness of emergency alert systems used during natural disasters.

  • Scored +3

    Would people in rural areas be better off under this?

    Ensuring AM radio access can be vital for emergency communications in rural areas.

  The opposite· 2 of 3

  • Scored -3

    Does this leave more decisions to the states?

    The bill explicitly prevents states from prescribing laws regarding AM radio access in vehicles.

  • Scored -2

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The bill imposes new technical requirements and potential costs on automotive manufacturers.

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  Abraham Hamadeh (R-AZ)· Aug 31

  Cosponsored

  Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026

  H.R. 8481 Crime and Law Enforcement

  A Republican bill with 21 Republican cosponsors.

  Passed the House

  By voice vote, no names recorded

  Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · Sep 14

  This bill seeks to amend title 18 of the United States Code. It introduces a provision for "natural lifetime injunctions" for certain victims.

  Yes· 2 of 13

  • Scored +6

    Would women be better off under this?

    Increases safety and long-term protection for women who are disproportionately victims of sexual and domestic violence.

  • Scored +5

    Would children be better off under this?

    Provides long-term protection for child victims of covered offenses, including sexual acts.

  No question was scored the opposite.

And 26 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Who their bills would affect

• Would households on low incomes be better off under this? 92 no, 29 yes. 6 of these passed a chamber (2 yes, 4 no)
• Would immigrants be better off under this? 115 no, 1 yes. 8 of these passed a chamber
• Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? 83 no, 2 yes. 7 of these passed a chamber
• Would business owners be better off under this? 24 no, 58 yes. 7 of these passed a chamber (6 yes, 1 no)

What else they would change

• Does this give the federal government more power? 29 no, 116 yes. 10 of these passed a chamber (8 yes, 2 no)
• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? 16 no, 97 yes. 12 of these passed a chamber
• Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? 83 no, 1 yes. 7 of these passed a chamber
• Does this tighten control of the border? 1 no, 80 yes. 7 of these passed a chamber (6 yes, 1 no)