Jamie Raskin

SCCOTUS Act

The proposal would create a special panel to review petitions asking the Supreme Court to hear cases, potentially changing how the nation's highest court decides which cases to consider. This could affect anyone involved in legal disputes, from individuals to businesses, by altering the process that determines which cases get Supreme Court attention. The measure is currently under review by the House Judiciary Committee.

Federal Funding Protection Act

This proposal would expand the types of cases that federal district courts can hear by giving them original jurisdiction over certain civil lawsuits that currently must start in state courts or other venues. The change would allow people and businesses to file certain cases directly in federal court rather than having to go through state court systems first. This could affect anyone involved in civil disputes, including individuals suing each other, businesses in contract disputes, and parties seeking federal court involvement in their cases.

SHADOW Act

The proposal would change the legal rules that judges use when deciding whether to pause a court decision while someone appeals it to a higher court. It would establish specific factors that judges must consider when deciding whether to grant these pauses, which affects anyone involved in lawsuits who wants to continue fighting their case in an appeals court.

To amend section 1304 of title 31, United States Code to restrict payments for compromise settlements or awards.

The federal government would be prohibited from using taxpayer money to pay settlements or awards in cases where the government admits wrongdoing or agrees to compromise with individuals or organizations suing it. This change would affect how federal agencies handle legal disputes and could limit the amount of money available for resolving claims against the government. The proposal is currently under review by the House Judiciary Committee.

To protect our democracy by preventing abuses of Presidential power, restoring checks and balances and accountability and transparency in government, and defending elections against foreign interference, and for other purposes.

This legislation would establish new limits on presidential power and increase oversight of the executive branch through measures like requiring congressional approval for certain presidential actions, strengthening ethics rules, and protecting election integrity from foreign interference. The bill aims to restore checks and balances between the branches of government and increase transparency in how the executive branch operates. It affects how presidents can exercise their authority and how Congress monitors their actions.

January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act

Police officers and other law enforcement who were injured or traumatized while defending the Capitol building during the January 6, 2021 attack would receive compensation for their physical injuries, medical treatment, and mental health care. The bill would also cover lost wages and other damages these officers suffered as a result of the attack. This would help recognize and support the officers who were on the front lines during that event.

Pensions for Retired Uniformed Servicemembers Act

The federal government would start paying retirement benefits to former officers of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Public Health Service through the same military retirement fund that pays retired military personnel, rather than through separate systems. This change would affect thousands of retired scientists, researchers, and public health officials who served in these federal agencies and would simplify how their pensions are managed and distributed.

Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

This resolution would designate May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" to recognize the importance of rational thinking and scientific reasoning in solving human problems and improving society. The designation is largely symbolic and does not create any new laws or programs, but rather expresses Congress's support for promoting reason and critical thinking as values. The resolution affects no specific group of people or industries, but instead makes a statement about the importance of evidence-based decision-making in addressing challenges facing the country.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Justice must comply with the Domestic Emoluments Clause of the Constitution by refusing to administratively settle the billions of dollars in legal claims filed against the United States by President Donald Trump.

This resolution expresses the House's position that the Department of Justice should not settle any lawsuits filed by President Trump against the United States, arguing that doing so would violate the constitutional rule preventing the president from accepting money or benefits from the federal government. The measure reflects concerns that administrative settlements could be used to transfer taxpayer money to the president in violation of the Emoluments Clause. The resolution has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee for consideration.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that President Donald Trump, his Special Envoy Steven Witkoff, and all Federal officials must comply with the Foreign Emoluments Clause of the Constitution by immediately turning over to the Department of the Treasury any payments received from the United Arab Emirates or any other foreign state and divest from all business interests linked to foreign governments.

This resolution expresses the House's position that President Trump, his special envoy, and other federal officials should comply with a constitutional rule that prevents them from accepting payments or gifts from foreign governments by turning over any money received from the United Arab Emirates or other countries to the Treasury and selling off business interests connected to foreign governments. The measure is a statement of congressional opinion rather than a binding law, and it has been sent to the House Oversight Committee for consideration.

To amend title 28, United States Code, to prohibit Presidents and Vice Presidents from receiving damages payments from the United States, and for other purposes.

This bill would prevent sitting or former Presidents and Vice Presidents from receiving monetary damages or settlements paid by the federal government in lawsuits against the United States. The change would apply to cases where these officials might otherwise be entitled to compensation for injuries, property damage, or other legal claims, effectively barring them from collecting taxpayer money in such situations. The bill has been sent to the House Judiciary Committee for consideration.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3570 Olney Laytonsville Road in Olney, Maryland, as the "Edward L. Ramsey Olney Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3570 Olney Laytonsville Road in Olney, Maryland, as the "Edward L. Ramsey Olney Post Office Building".

Commission on Presidential Capacity to Discharge the Powers and Duties of the Office Act

This bill would create a special commission to evaluate whether a sitting president is physically or mentally capable of performing the job's essential duties. The commission would have the power to assess a president's fitness for office and potentially recommend removal if they determine the president cannot do the job, affecting how presidential succession and leadership continuity work in the federal government.

STOP Corrupt Bets Act of 2026

This bill would regulate betting and wagering activities in the financial sector, likely aiming to prevent fraud and manipulation in derivatives markets or sports betting tied to financial instruments. It would establish rules to stop corrupt practices where traders or insiders use non-public information to place bets on market movements or sporting events. The legislation would affect financial institutions, traders, and potentially sports betting operators who interact with financial markets.

STOP Suicide Act

This bill would establish new federal programs and funding to prevent suicide, likely including mental health services, crisis hotlines, and training for healthcare providers and community members to recognize and respond to suicide risk. The legislation would affect people struggling with suicidal thoughts, mental health professionals, hospitals, and public health agencies working to reduce suicide rates across the country.

9–8–8 Connect Act

This bill would improve the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by requiring better coordination between the phone service and emergency responders, ensuring that people in crisis get faster help when they call. It would also likely expand funding and training for the counselors who answer these calls, making the service more effective at connecting people to mental health support. The changes would affect both the people calling for help during mental health emergencies and the organizations that operate the crisis line.

People’s White House Historic Preservation Act

This bill would establish protections and preservation standards for the White House grounds and surrounding historic areas to maintain their cultural and historical significance. It likely aims to ensure that any future development or changes to these properties follow strict guidelines that respect their historic character and public access. The measure would affect how the White House complex is managed and could influence decisions about renovations, landscaping, and public use of these nationally important spaces.

Stop Censoring Military Families Act

This bill would protect military families from having their speech restricted or censored by schools, employers, or other institutions based on their military affiliation or service-related views. The legislation aims to ensure that military-connected families—including active duty, reserve, and veteran families—can express themselves freely without facing discrimination or suppression of their opinions. It affects schools, workplaces, and potentially other organizations that receive federal funding or interact with military personnel and their families.

Terminating the emergency determined by the President on August 11, 2025, in the Executive Order titled "Declaring a crime emergency in the District of Columbia".

This bill would end an emergency declaration that the President issued on August 11, 2025, regarding crime in Washington, D.C., which had granted the executive branch special powers to address the situation. The measure would require Congress to formally terminate this emergency status, removing any extraordinary authorities that were granted under that declaration. This affects how federal law enforcement operates in the nation's capital and what resources or actions the President can take to address crime there.

BARK Act of 2025

The BARK Act of 2025 addresses issues related to agriculture and food production, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to the House Judiciary Committee rather than the typical Agriculture Committee, the bill likely involves legal or regulatory changes affecting farmers, food producers, or agricultural businesses. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact impact on these groups cannot be determined.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that President Trump must comply with the Foreign Emoluments Clause, by submitting all plans for his jumbo jet gift from Qatar immediately to Congress.

This resolution expresses the House's position that President Trump should follow the Constitution's Foreign Emoluments Clause, which prohibits federal officials from accepting gifts from foreign governments, by immediately disclosing to Congress any plans related to a reported jumbo jet gift from Qatar. The measure is directed at ensuring transparency and compliance with constitutional rules that prevent conflicts of interest when foreign nations offer valuable gifts to U.S. leaders. It has been referred to the House Oversight Committee for consideration.

Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2025, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

This resolution supports the designation of a National Day of Reason and encourages everyone in the United States to uplift the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.

Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act

Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act This bill expands the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) to include additional bicyclist and pedestrian safety measures and increases the federal cost share for certain safety projects. Specifically, the bill allows HSIP to fund projects (1) for the connection of two or more segments of existing bicyclist or pedestrian infrastructure, or (2) that are based on a state's plan to improve the safety of vulnerable road users (e.g., bicyclists or pedestrians) in areas identified as high-risk. In addition, the bill allows an increased federal cost share of up to 100% for these projects. The bill also allows an increased federal cost share of up to 100% for transportation projects that meet certain criteria, including (1) the project includes a Federal Highway Administration Proven Safety Countermeasure for bicyclists or pedestrians (e.g., bicycle lanes, walkways, and crosswalk visibility enhancements), or (2) the relevant state strategic highway safety plan includes an emphasis area that is related to vulnerable road users.