John Joyce

Became law (7)

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  John Joyce (R-PA)· Nov 10

  Their bill

  Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2026

  H.R. 1703 Health

  A Republican bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors.

  Became law

  This bill amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to clear up payment rules for manual wheelchairs under Medicare Part B.

  Yes· 2 of 6

  • Scored +3

    Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?

    The bill addresses specific needs for ultralightweight manual wheelchairs which are essential for mobility and independence.

  • Scored +2

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    The bill clarifies Medicare coverage rules for specialized wheelchairs which benefits older adults relying on Medicare Part B.

  The opposite

  • Scored -3

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The bill allows suppliers to charge individuals the difference between the Medicare payment and the actual cost, which could create financial burdens.

  • Scored -2

    Does this lower what people pay out of pocket for care, such as deductibles, copays and surprise bills?

    The bill allows suppliers to charge individuals the difference between the actual charge and the Medicare payment amount.

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  John Joyce (R-PA)· Jun 12

  Their bill

  Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

  H.J.Res. 88 Environmental Protection

  A Republican resolution with 41 Republican cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Became law

  The Senate voted 51–44 on May 22.

  This joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of a specific rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency.

  Yes

  • Scored +5

    Does this leave more decisions to the states?

    By striking the EPA rule, Congress supports the ability of states like California to set their own stricter standards without federal interference.

  • Scored +3

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Automotive manufacturers may benefit from the reduction in stricter regulatory requirements for vehicle emissions.

  The opposite· 2 of 6

  • Scored -5

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    The resolution undermines environmental standards set by the EPA for motor vehicle emissions.

  • Scored -5

    Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?

    Stripping the EPA rule reduces the regulatory pressure to transition to cleaner vehicle standards, potentially slowing carbon emission reductions.

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  Pete Stauber (R-MN)· Dec 12

  Cosponsored

  Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

  H.R. 452 Sports and Recreation

  A Republican bill with 107 Democratic cosponsors.

  Became law

  This Act authorizes the award of 3 Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team. The medals recognize the team's victory over the Soviet Union during the 1980 Winter Olympics.

  Yes

  • Scored +1

    Is this likely to grow the economy?

    The sale of duplicate bronze medals provides a small influx of revenue to the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.

  No question was scored the opposite.

And 4 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Passed one chamber, waiting on the other (24)

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

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  John Joyce (R-PA)· Apr 16

  Their bill

  RED Tape Act

  H.R. 6398 Environmental Protection

  A Republican bill with no cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Passed the House

  222 – 205

  Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Environment and Public Works · Apr 17

  This Act seeks to amend the Clean Air Act. It specifically targets the review process conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding proposed legislation.

  Yes

  • Scored +2

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The bill potentially benefits business owners by reducing the regulatory review processes for federal projects and agency actions.

  • Scored +2

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    By limiting the scope of EPA reviews on federal projects and regulations, the bill aims to reduce regulatory burdens on business activities.

  The opposite· 2 of 3

  • Scored -4

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    The bill reduces environmental protections by stripping the EPA's authority to review newly authorized federal construction projects and proposed agency regulations under the Clean Air Act.

  • Scored -3

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The bill reduces the oversight power of the federal EPA Administrator over agency actions and federal construction projects.

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  Gabe Evans (R-CO)· Sep 16

  Cosponsored

  Ratepayer Protection Act

  H.R. 9340 Energy

  A Republican bill with 7 Democratic cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Passed the House

  417 – 3

  This bill amends the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to create a new Federal standard regarding the costs of upgrades for large-load customers.

  Yes· 2 of 5

  • Scored +7

    Does this keep data centers from raising household electric and water bills?

    The bill requires large-load customers to cover the full incremental cost of grid upgrades and provide financial assurances, preventing those costs from being passed to households.

  • Scored +5

    Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?

    The bill protects general ratepayers by ensuring large-load entities cover their own infrastructure costs.

  The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Scored -5

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Large-scale non-residential energy consumers face increased costs and financial assurance requirements.

  • Scored -3

    Does this make it easier to build data centers and the power supply for them?

    The bill imposes new financial obligations and requirements for financial assurances that may act as a hurdle to data center development.

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  Troy Balderson (R-OH)· Sep 15

  Cosponsored

  Load Forecasting Enhancement Act

  H.R. 9332 Energy

  A Republican bill with 3 Democratic cosponsors.

  Passed the House

  By voice vote, no names recorded

  Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources · Sep 16

  This bill requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to set up regional joint boards made up of state representatives and a commission member.

  Yes· 2 of 18

  • Scored +4

    Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?

    Explicitly mandates the improvement of transparency and accuracy of data used for electric load forecasting.

  • Scored +3

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    More reliable and affordable energy supports business operations.

  The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Does this leave more decisions to the states?

    Requires state regulatory authorities to consider federally established forecasting standards.

And 21 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Who their bills would affect

• Would business owners be better off under this? 18 no, 57 yes. 12 of these passed a chamber (10 yes, 2 no)
• Would households on low incomes be better off under this? 13 no, 56 yes. 10 of these passed a chamber (6 yes, 4 no)
• Would people over 65 be better off under this? 2 no, 54 yes. 4 of these passed a chamber (3 yes, 1 no)
• Would retired people be better off under this? 2 no, 43 yes. 4 of these passed a chamber (3 yes, 1 no)

What else they would change

• Does this make health care easier to get in general? 2 no, 66 yes. 5 of these passed a chamber
• Does this give the federal government more power? 6 no, 53 yes. 12 of these passed a chamber (8 yes, 4 no)
• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? 2 no, 57 yes. 15 of these passed a chamber (14 yes, 1 no)
• Does this make it easier to run a small business? 3 no, 32 yes. 5 of these passed a chamber