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BillHR 7007 · 119

Governing for the People Act

Introduced
Jan 12, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes changes to government operations and politics, but the specific changes are unclear from the available information. Refers to the Subcommittee on Health for further review.

Sponsored By

James P. McGovern
Democrat · Massachusetts · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 12, 2026
  3. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill could potentially affect government agencies and employees, as well as the general public, by altering the way the government operates, but the exact impact is unclear. The referral to the Subcommittee on Health may indicate a focus on healthcare-related government operations.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Forestry and Horticulture
IntroducedJan 12, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.