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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 9063· 119th Congress

Hire American Act

Sponsor
Nancy Mace (R-SC)
Introduced
May 29, 2026
Last Action
May 29, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
May 29, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Bill title suggests prioritizing U.S. citizens in federal hiring, but official summary not yet published by Congress.
  • Detailed policy language unavailable — analysis limited to bill title and introduction date.
  • Committee referral to Oversight and Government Reform suggests potential changes to federal workforce rules.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Federal employees and job applicants would be affected, depending on specific hiring preference rules once details emerge.
  • Budget impact and scope unknown until full text is available for public review.
  • Broader debate about immigration and domestic employment likely to surface as bill advances.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced May 29, 2026 and referred to House committee — earliest stage of legislative process.
  • Official summary expected when committee begins reviewing; text available on Congress.gov now.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your House representative to understand their position.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • May 29, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • May 29, 2026Introduced in House
  • May 29, 2026Introduced in House