Janice D. Schakowsky

Janice D. Schakowsky

Democrat · U.S. Representative for Illinois's 9th district

42 sponsored · 623 cosponsored

Age 82 · In office since 1999

Contact their office: (202) 225-2111 · 2408 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 · Official website

Of the bills they sponsored: 42 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 42 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.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

FTC Whistleblower Act of 2026

H.R. 10792 Commerce

A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce, 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 · Oct 9

This bill creates new protections and financial incentives for whistleblowers who report violations of laws enforced by the Federal Trade Commission.

Yes· 2 of 5

  • Scored +6

    Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?

    The bill strengthens consumer protection by incentivizing whistleblowers to report violations of laws enforced by the Federal Trade Commission.

  • Scored +5

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

    The legislation establishes reporting requirements and whistleblower incentives that encourage the exposure of corporate wrongdoing to the Federal Trade Commission.

No question was scored the opposite.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

FTC Autonomy Act

H.R. 10701 Commerce

A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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 · Oct 1

The main purpose of the bill is to allow the Federal Trade Commission to independently start civil actions. This independent authority applies to recovering certain civil penalties.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026

H.R. 10600 International Affairs

A Democratic bill with 96 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Sep 24

This bill changes the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 by removing the restriction known as the Helms amendment, which previously blocked United States foreign assistance funding from being used for safe abortion services.

Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +6

    Would women be better off under this?

    The legislation removes restrictions on foreign assistance, allowing funds to be used for safe abortion and reproductive health services that benefit women globally.

  • Scored +5

    Does this improve care during pregnancy, childbirth and after birth?

    The bill aims to reduce maternal deaths by authorizing foreign assistance for safe abortion services and related training/equipment.

No question was scored the opposite.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

Patriotic Corporations of America Act of 2026

H.R. 10459 Armed Forces and National Security

A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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 16

The bill introduces new requirements and preferences for companies seeking federal contracts and Department of Defense contracts.

Yes· 2 of 30

  • Scored +7

    Would union members be better off under this?

    Union neutrality agreements and strike replacement bans significantly strengthen labor organizing rights.

  • Scored +7

    Does this strengthen the rights of workers to organise?

    Contractors are required to sign neutrality agreements regarding labor organization and agree not to hire replacement workers during strikes.

The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Scored -3

    Would billionaires be better off under this?

    Requirements limiting excessive executive pay ratios and tax compliance rules reduce favorable financial conditions for top earners.

  • Scored -3

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Strict contracting prerequisites and restrictions on private equity and stock buybacks impose heavy operational burdens.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

Consumer Protection and Recovery Act

H.R. 10003 Commerce

A Democratic bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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 30

This bill aims to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Scored +7

    Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?

    The bill greatly enhances consumer protection by expanding the FTC's authority to seek restitution, refunds, and disgorgement of unjust enrichment.

  • Scored +5

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The bill increases federal power by expanding the scope of relief the FTC can seek in court.

The opposite

  • Scored -5

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The expanded authority for the FTC to seek various forms of relief creates greater regulatory and financial risk for businesses.

  • Scored -2

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

    The imposition of a 10-year limitation period on equitable relief may restrict the ability to seek justice for older violations.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

Eleanor Smith Inclusive Home Design Act of 2026

H.R. 9932 Housing and Community Development

A Democratic bill with 6 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Financial Services · Jul 23

This bill requires newly constructed, federally assisted single-family houses, town houses, and certain ground-floor units to meet minimum visitability standards for persons with disabilities.

Yes· 2 of 7

  • Scored +9

    Would people with disabilities be better off under this?

    The bill provides strong legal recourse and mandatory accessibility standards for individuals with disabilities in federally assisted housing.

  • Scored +8

    Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?

    The bill mandates specific visitability standards for federally assisted housing to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities.

No question was scored the opposite.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

American Manufacturing Renaissance Act

H.R. 9931 Commerce

A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Financial Services, and Agriculture, 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 establishes the American Manufacturing Renaissance Act to create a national manufacturing strategy and monitor supply chain weaknesses.

Yes· 2 of 44

  • Scored +10

    Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?

    Explicitly sets a national strategic objective for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions sector-wide by 2030.

  • Scored +9

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    Directly targets economically distressed areas and provides wraparound services like food and health assistance.

The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Scored -5

    Does this reduce what the federal government spends?

    Increases federal spending by creating a new Corporation and funding grants.

  • Scored -4

    Does this reduce what the federal government owes?

    Authorizes $12 billion in new spending over three fiscal years.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026

H.R. 9231 Health

A Democratic bill with 15 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Jun 9

This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It lists specific chemicals, such as PFAS and asbestos, that are deemed unsafe for use as food contact substances.

Yes· 2 of 31

  • Scored +9

    Would children be better off under this?

    Specifically targets protections for infants, children, and adolescents from toxic chemicals.

  • Scored +9

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    Specifically identifies the elderly as a vulnerable population to be protected.

The opposite

  • Scored -3

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    May increase compliance costs for packaging manufacturers and food companies.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to reduce traffic fatalities to zero by 2050.

H.Res. 1316 Transportation and Public Works

A Democratic resolution with 12 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure · May 21

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the reduction of traffic fatalities. The House commits to advancing policies intended to end roadway fatalities by the year 2050.

Yes· 2 of 8

  • Scored +3

    Would children be better off under this?

    The resolution aims to reduce traffic fatalities which are a leading cause of death for young people.

  • Scored +3

    Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?

    The resolution targets the reduction of crashes which disproportionately affect younger demographics.

No question was scored the opposite.

Janice Schakowsky (D-IL)

IMPACT to Save Moms Act

H.R. 8907 Health

A Democratic bill with 72 Democratic cosponsors.

Introduced in the House

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · May 19

This bill directs the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to establish a Perinatal Care Alternative Payment Model Demonstration Project.

Yes· 2 of 10

  • Scored +8

    Would women be better off under this?

    The bill is specifically designed to improve maternal health outcomes, address mental health, and support diverse maternity care teams.

  • Scored +7

    Does this make health care easier to get in general?

    The bill aims to improve maternal health outcomes and access through diverse care teams and nonhospital birth settings.

No question was scored the opposite.

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