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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 5106· 119th Congress

Restore Trust in Congress Act

Sponsor
Chip Roy (R-TX)
Introduced
Sep 3, 2025
Last Action
Sep 3, 2025
Passage
18%
Introduced
Sep 3, 2025
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed analysis pending — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
  • Based on title alone: likely addresses ethics, transparency, or accountability rules for members of Congress.
  • 141 cosponsors suggest bipartisan support, but specific provisions remain unclear until bill text is fully analyzed.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Public trust in Congress sits near historic lows — any reform could affect how voters view their representatives.
  • Members backing this bill publicly signal openness to institutional change, though actual impact depends on what rules change.
  • Stakeholders include Congress itself, constituents demanding accountability, and watchdog groups monitoring ethics and disclosure.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced Sept. 3, 2025 and referred to House Committee on House Administration — that's the starting gate.
  • Committee will review details and decide whether to advance it; passage typically takes months if it moves at all.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your representative to ask specifically what the bill contains.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Sep 3, 2025Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
  • Sep 3, 2025Introduced in House
  • Sep 3, 2025Introduced in House