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BillHR 8170 · 119

MATCH Act

Introduced
Apr 2, 2026
Cosponsors
29
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 22, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the US to withhold funding from international organizations that do not meet certain standards, such as protecting human rights and promoting transparency. Establishes a system to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these organizations.

Sponsored By

Michael Baumgartner
Republican · Washington · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 2, 2026
  3. Apr 22, 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 affects international organizations, such as the United Nations, by potentially reducing their US funding if they do not meet the set standards. It also impacts US taxpayers, as their funds would be withheld from organizations that do not comply with the requirements.

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
27backers
  • Democratic9
  • Republican18
Cross-party cosponsors9 · 35%

Documents

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Cosponsors (29)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedApr 2, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 8.
Subjects
  • Military

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.