Ilhan Omar

Ilhan Omar

Democrat · U.S. Representative for Minnesota's 5th district

19 sponsored · 476 cosponsored

Age 44 · In office since 2019

Contact their office: (202) 225-4755 · 1730 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 · Official website

Of the bills they sponsored: 19 are in committee.

The paragraph under each bill and the scores beside it were written by an AI model from the bill's text; the rest is the record.

In committee 19 bills

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

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.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

To establish a Federal grant program to reimburse certain States for the costs incurred and damage caused by widespread deployment of Federal immigration officials, and for other purposes.

A Democratic bill with 6 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, 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 · Sep 17

This bill creates a Federal grant program to reimburse certain States for costs incurred and damage caused by widespread deployment of Federal immigration officials.

Yes· 2 of 11

  • Scored +7

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The bill requires states receiving grants to transfer funds to small businesses impacted by immigration enforcement operations.

  • Scored +6

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Small businesses impacted by the operations are explicitly designated to receive financial relief from the grant funds.

The opposite

  • Scored -6

    Does this tighten control of the border?

    The bill transfers a substantial amount of funding away from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to fund state reimbursements.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ratify the Rome Statute and join the International Criminal Court.

H.Res. 1435 International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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 · Jul 15

H. Res. 1435 expresses the position that the United States should ratify the Rome Statute and become a full member of the International Criminal Court.

Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +6

    Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?

    Ratifying the Rome Statute and lifting sanctions on ICC personnel enhances diplomatic relations.

  • Scored +5

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    Joining the ICC aligns the US with the vast majority of its closest allies.

No question was scored the opposite.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Protecting Europe from Islamophobia Act

H.R. 9526 International Affairs

A Democratic bill with no cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Jun 29

This bill focuses on the issue of Islamophobia in Europe. It directs the Department of State to assess the growing threat of Islamophobia, viewing it as a significant foreign policy matter.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Scored +3

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The bill directs the State Department to address Islamophobia as a threat to stability and security.

  • Scored +2

    Would immigrants be better off under this?

    The bill aims to counter Islamophobia which can impact the security and stability of diaspora communities.

No question was scored the opposite.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Frank Adelmann Manufactured Housing Community Sustainability Act of 2026

H.R. 8988 Taxation

A Democratic bill with 5 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · May 21

This bill creates a new business tax credit for people who sell real property to a qualified manufactured home community cooperative or nonprofit corporation.

Yes· 2 of 24

  • Scored +7

    Does this make housing cost less?

    Protects long-term affordable housing by requiring a 50-year covenant for manufactured home communities sold to residents.

  • Scored +6

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    Directly targets low-income households who make up the majority of manufactured home residents by preserving affordable communities.

No question was scored the opposite.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Universal School Meals Program Act of 2026

H.R. 8798 Agriculture and Food

A Democratic bill with 103 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Science, Space, and Technology, 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 · May 13

This bill aims to amend existing laws to provide free breakfasts and lunches to all children in participating schools.

Yes· 2 of 8

  • Scored +10

    Would children be better off under this?

    The bill provides universal free breakfast and lunch to all school children.

  • Scored +10

    Would students be better off under this?

    Ensures all students have access to free, nutritious meals without stigma or debt.

No question was scored the opposite.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Federal Worker Childcare Protection Act of 2025

H.R. 5720 Government Operations and Politics

A Democratic bill with 33 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Oct 8

This bill aims to provide financial relief to specific federal workers. It targets employees who are furloughed or working without a paycheck due to a lapse in appropriations starting around October 1, 2025.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Does this make child care cost less?

    The bill provides direct reimbursement for childcare expenses to federal employees facing pay gaps.

  • Scored +2

    Would children be better off under this?

    The bill helps ensure stability in childcare arrangements for children of federal workers during government shutdowns.

The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Does this reduce what the federal government spends?

    The bill creates a new spending obligation for the federal government to reimburse employees.

  • Scored -1

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

    The bill requires employees to submit private receipts to the General Services Administration for reimbursement.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

No Shame at School Act of 2025

H.R. 5655 Agriculture and Food

A Democratic bill with 45 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Sep 30

This bill seeks to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act. It introduces mandatory certification requirements for certain students and establishes rules regarding unpaid school meal fees.

Yes· 2 of 6

  • Scored +7

    Would children be better off under this?

    The bill protects children from social stigma, segregation, and the withholding of educational opportunities due to meal debt.

  • Scored +7

    Would students be better off under this?

    Students are protected from the shame of unpaid fees and the withholding of grades or extracurricular participation.

No question was scored the opposite.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.

H.Con.Res. 51 International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 23 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Sep 23

This concurrent resolution directs the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities that have not been authorized by Congress.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Scored +6

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

    The resolution calls for full briefings to Congress and the American public regarding military actions.

  • Scored +5

    Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?

    By halting unauthorized hostilities, the resolution favors diplomatic processes and congressional debate over military action.

The opposite· 2 of 3

  • Scored -5

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The resolution seeks to limit the unilateral power of the President to initiate hostilities without congressional authorization.

  • Scored -2

    Does this tighten control of the border?

    The bill limits the use of military force against transnational criminal organizations, which are often involved in border security issues.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

Honoring the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

H.Res. 669 Crime and Law Enforcement

A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform · Sep 2

This resolution honors the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Ilhan Omar (D-MN)

End Polluter Welfare Act of 2025

H.R. 4714 Taxation

A Democratic bill with 22 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Agriculture, Appropriations, Financial Services, and 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 · Jul 23

This bill aims to eliminate various subsidies used for fossil-fuel production. It targets royalty relief, tax expenditures, and specific federal funding for industries involving coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

Yes· 2 of 13

  • Scored +8

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    The bill increases liability for offshore oil spills and eliminates subsidies that drive fossil fuel production.

  • Scored +7

    Does this raise the taxes companies pay?

    The bill eliminates several tax deductions, credits, and exemptions used by the fossil fuel industry.

The opposite· 2 of 7

  • Scored -7

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Energy industry owners face higher royalty rates, new taxes, and the loss of many tax deductions.

  • Scored -6

    Does this put more money into scientific research?

    The bill terminates the authority and rescinds funding for the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management.

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