Keith Self

Became law (3)

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  Russell Fry (R-SC)· Jan 23

  Cosponsored

  Trafficking Survivors Relief Act

  H.R. 4323 Crime and Law Enforcement

  A Republican bill with 8 Democratic cosponsors.

  Became law

  This bill aims to provide relief for individuals who committed crimes as a direct result of being victims of human trafficking.

  Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +8

    Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?

    The bill allows for vacating convictions, expunging arrests, and reducing sentences for victims of trafficking.

  • Scored +7

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

    The bill provides mechanisms for individuals to challenge convictions and expunge records based on trafficking victimization.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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  Marilyn Strickland (D-WA)· Dec 12

  Cosponsored

  Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025

  H.R. 970 Armed Forces and National Security

  A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor.

  Became law

  This Act amends title 38 of the United States Code. It requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a periodic review of the automatic maximum coverage amounts.

  Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +5

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

    The act ensures that life insurance coverage amounts are regularly evaluated against inflation to better serve veterans and their families.

  • Scored +5

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The bill mandates periodic reviews of insurance coverage amounts against inflation to ensure coverage remains adequate for servicemembers and veterans.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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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.

Passed one chamber, waiting on the other (23)

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

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  Keith Self (R-TX)· Jun 8

  Their bill

  Federal Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Act of 2026

  H.R. 6916 Government Operations and Politics

  A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

  Passed the House

  By voice vote, no names recorded

  Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs · Jun 9

  This bill aims to amend title 31 of the United States Code. It seeks to prohibit federal agencies from providing contracts, grants, or other financial assistance to individuals convicted of specific federal felonies.

  Yes· 2 of 3

  • Scored +5

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

    The act aims to prevent the misuse of federal funds through stricter oversight of those with felony convictions.

  • Scored +4

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

    The bill requires agencies to provide written justification to Congress when issuing waivers.

  The opposite· 2 of 4

  • Scored -4

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Business owners with specific felony convictions face significant restrictions on receiving federal financial assistance.

  • Scored -3

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The bill may negatively impact small business owners who face restrictions on federal contracts due to certain felony convictions.

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  Keith Self (R-TX)· Jun 8

  Their bill

  Tehran Incitement to Violence Act

  H.R. 6230 International Affairs

  A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor.

  Passed the House

  By voice vote, no names recorded

  Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Relations · Jun 9

  This bill aims to designate certain individuals and organizations as targets for sanctions.

  Yes

  • Scored +5

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    The bill reinforces international cooperation and security partnerships by sanctioning entities that issue violent threats against allied leadership.

  • Scored +3

    Does this give the federal government more power?

    The bill expands federal executive authority to mandate and implement targeted foreign sanctions.

  No question was scored the opposite.

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  Jimmy Panetta (D-CA)· Sep 15

  Cosponsored

  Combating Illicit Xylazine Act

  H.R. 1266 Crime and Law Enforcement

  A Democratic bill with 63 Republican 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 adds xylazine, including its salts and isomers, to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act.

  Yes· 2 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths?

    The bill combats the illicit use of xylazine, which is often found in combination with opioids.

  • Scored +3

    Would farmers be better off under this?

    The bill explicitly protects the use of xylazine for animals owned by the person or members of the household.

  The opposite

  • Scored -3

    Does this shorten or soften prison sentences?

    The bill directs the Sentencing Commission to potentially increase penalties for xylazine offenses.

  • Scored -2

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    Veterinary business owners face new registration and recordkeeping requirements.

And 20 more on their Sponsored and Cosponsored pages.

Who their bills would affect

• Would households on low incomes be better off under this? 68 no, 27 yes. 6 of these passed a chamber (1 yes, 5 no)
• Would immigrants be better off under this? 80 no, 6 yes. 5 of these passed a chamber (1 yes, 4 no)
• Would business owners be better off under this? 27 no, 43 yes. 4 of these passed a chamber (1 yes, 3 no)
• Would children be better off under this? 22 no, 34 yes. 1 of these passed a chamber

What else they would change

• Does this give the federal government more power? 21 no, 115 yes. 9 of these passed a chamber (7 yes, 2 no)
• Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? 15 no, 110 yes. 10 of these passed a chamber (9 yes, 1 no)
• Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? 34 no, 28 yes. 6 of these passed a chamber (3 yes, 3 no)
• Does this reduce what the federal government spends? 15 no, 44 yes. 1 of these passed a chamber