John Kennedy

Became law (7)

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  John Kennedy (R-LA)· Feb 10

  Their bill

  Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act

  S. 269 Social Welfare

  A Republican bill with 3 Democratic cosponsors.

  Became law

  This bill aims to improve coordination between Federal and State agencies and the Do Not Pay working system.

  Yes· 2 of 8

  • Scored +5

    Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?

    Enhances oversight and coordination to eliminate improper payments.

  • Scored +4

    Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?

    Requires clear and convincing evidence before recording a death to protect individuals from being incorrectly identified as deceased.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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  John Kennedy (R-LA)· Dec 12

  Their bill

  Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025

  S. 616 Law

  A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

  Became law

  This Act amends title 36 of the United States Code. It revises the Federal charter for the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association regarding its organization and membership.

  Yes

  • Scored +5

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

    The bill implements strict prohibitions on the private distribution of corporate assets and political activities.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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  John Kennedy (R-LA)· Jun 20

  Their bill

  A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury relating to the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act.

  S.J.Res. 13 Finance and Financial Sector

  A Republican resolution with 5 Republican cosponsors. See the voting map.

  Became law

  The House voted 220–207 on May 20.

  This joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of a specific rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

  Yes

  • Scored +1

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Disapproving merger rules may reduce regulatory hurdles for banking institutions and their business clients.

  The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?

    Disapproving bank merger rules may reduce oversight intended to protect consumers during bank consolidations.

  • Scored -1

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The resolution limits the regulatory authority of a federal agency, potentially reducing federal oversight of financial institutions.

And 4 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Passed one chamber, waiting on the other (12)

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

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  John Kennedy (R-LA)· Aug 7

  Their bill

  Diversity Jurisdiction Inflation Adjustment Act

  S. 4850 Law

  A Republican bill with 3 Democratic cosponsors.

  Passed the Senate

  With no one objecting, no names recorded

  Now: kept ready for the floor instead of being sent to a committee · Aug 10

  This bill aims to amend title 28 of the United States Code. It seeks to adjust the thresholds used to determine jurisdiction. Specifically, it changes the amount required for a matter in controversy.

  The opposite

  • Scored -2

    Would workers who earn tips be better off under this?

    The bill increases the minimum amount in controversy required for diversity jurisdiction to $150,000, which may make it more difficult for workers to pursue certain claims in federal court.

  No question was scored yes.

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  David McCormick (R-PA)· Sep 28

  Cosponsored

  Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

  S. 4395 Finance and Financial Sector

  A Republican bill with 20 Democratic cosponsors.

  Passed the Senate

  With no one objecting, no names recorded

  Now: kept ready for the floor instead of being sent to a committee · Oct 5

  This bill extends the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 by seven years. The new termination date for the program is changed from 2027 to 2034.

  Yes· 2 of 5

  • Scored +3

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Business owners benefit from the extended availability and affordability of terrorism risk insurance coverage.

  • Scored +3

    Is this likely to grow the economy?

    Extending the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program provides stability and confidence for commercial real estate and business investments.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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  John Hoeven (R-ND)· Sep 24

  Cosponsored

  John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act

  S. 3257 Transportation and Public Works

  A Republican bill with 19 Democratic cosponsors.

  Passed the Senate

  With no one objecting, no names recorded

  Now: kept ready for the floor instead of being sent to a committee · Oct 1

  S. 3257, known as the John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act, directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator to update regulations and guidance regarding individuals in aviation who disclose menta…

  Yes· 2 of 11

  • Scored +7

    Does this make mental health care easier to get?

    Encourages aviation personnel to seek mental health help and streamlines the medical certification process for those receiving treatment.

  • Scored +6

    Would people with disabilities be better off under this?

    Directly benefits those with mental health diagnoses by improving certification processes.

  The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Does this reduce what the federal government spends?

    The bill authorizes new spending of up to $16.5 million annually for medical examiners and public campaigns.

And 9 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Who their bills would affect

• Would households on low incomes be better off under this? 30 no, 71 yes. 3 of these passed a chamber (2 yes, 1 no)
• Would business owners be better off under this? 26 no, 74 yes. 6 of these passed a chamber (5 yes, 1 no)
• Would middle-income households be better off under this? 4 no, 45 yes. 2 of these passed a chamber
• Would people in rural areas be better off under this? 2 no, 44 yes. 3 of these passed a chamber

What else they would change

• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? 8 no, 97 yes. 9 of these passed a chamber
• Does this give the federal government more power? 19 no, 71 yes. 7 of these passed a chamber (5 yes, 2 no)
• Does this make it easier to run a small business? 9 no, 58 yes. 4 of these passed a chamber
• Is this likely to grow the economy? 2 no, 41 yes. 1 of these passed a chamber