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Laura Gillen

Laura Gillen

DDemocratNY-4 · Representative
59
/ 100
Average
Attendance97
Avg: 96
Independence12
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone30
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency40
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
11
Bills Sponsored
0
Enacted into Law
1
Passed a Chamber
10
In Committee

All Sponsored Bills

HR9026In Committee

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Atlantic Avenue in Oceanside, New York, as the "Detective Luis G. Alvarez Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 Atlantic Avenue in Oceanside, New York, as the "Detective Luis G. Alvarez Post Office".

2026-05-26
HR8894In Committee

Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act

The proposal would make it a federal crime to assault or intimidate train crew members, giving them the same legal protections that airplane crew members currently have under federal law. Train workers like conductors and engineers would be able to report attacks to federal authorities who could prosecute offenders, rather than relying only on state and local laws. This change aims to protect transportation workers from violence and intimidation while doing their jobs.

2026-05-19
HR8776In Committee

Officer Wellness and Peer Support Act of 2026

The Attorney General would be required to study and report on the most effective ways to reduce the negative attitudes and stereotypes surrounding mental health issues among police officers and other law enforcement personnel. The report would identify best practices and strategies that have worked to help officers feel more comfortable seeking mental health support without fear of judgment or career consequences. This affects law enforcement agencies and officers across the country who may struggle with mental health challenges but avoid getting help due to workplace stigma.

2026-05-13
HR1689Passed House

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status (TPS) for 18 months beginning August 3, 2025. (Eligible nationals of a TPS-designated country may obtain employment authorization, may not be detained on the basis of their immigration status, and are not subject to removal while they retain TPS.)

2025-02-27
HR8410In Committee

Safe Tracks Act

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. The bill's subjects are listed as "None," and no description of the bill's actual content or provisions has been provided. To write a factual summary explaining what the bill would do, who it affects, and what concrete changes it would make, I would need access to the bill's text or a description of its key provisions.

2026-04-21
HR7679In Committee

CAR SEAT Act

The bill addresses regulations and standards related to car seats, likely aiming to improve child safety in vehicles or establish new requirements for car seat design, testing, or installation. The measure would affect families with young children, car manufacturers, and potentially retailers who sell car seats. The bill is currently under review by committees that handle transportation safety and consumer product standards.

2026-02-25
HR7275In Committee

Aviation Weather Safety Improvement Act

This bill would improve how weather information is collected and shared to make aviation safer, likely by upgrading weather monitoring systems, enhancing forecasts for pilots, and ensuring better communication between weather agencies and airlines. The changes would affect commercial and private pilots, airlines, and the Federal Aviation Administration as they work to prevent weather-related accidents and delays. The bill is currently being reviewed by two congressional committees to determine which parts fall under their respective areas of responsibility.

2026-01-30
HR6744In Committee

Military Air Traffic Control Transition Act

This bill would transfer control of air traffic at military airports from the Federal Aviation Administration to the Department of Defense, allowing the military to manage its own airspace more directly. The change would affect commercial airlines, military operations, and civilian pilots who use military airfields, potentially streamlining coordination between military and civilian air traffic but raising questions about safety oversight and coordination standards. The bill has advanced through committee and is being prepared for a full vote.

2025-12-16
HR5128In Committee

Feed Hungry Kids Act

This bill would expand federal programs that provide free meals to children in schools and other settings, likely increasing funding or eligibility to reach more low-income kids. It affects school districts, food service providers, and families struggling to afford nutritious meals for their children. The goal is to reduce child hunger and improve nutrition among young people.

2025-09-04
HR4019In Committee

Gio’s Law

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. "Gio's Law" is a name-based title without details about what specific crime or law enforcement issue it addresses. To provide a meaningful summary, I would need to know the bill's actual provisions—for example, whether it creates new penalties for a particular crime, changes police procedures, establishes a new agency, or addresses victim protections. If you can provide the bill number or its specific policy content, I can write an accurate summary for a general audience.

2025-06-17
HR2049In Committee

Access to Family Building Act

This bill would expand health insurance coverage for fertility treatments and family-building services like egg freezing, embryo storage, and surrogacy costs, making these options more affordable for people who struggle with infertility or want to build families through non-traditional means. The legislation would require insurance plans to cover these services, affecting both individual consumers seeking fertility care and insurance companies that provide health coverage. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-03-11