Bill119th CongressFiled May 21, 2026Government Operations and Politics
H.R. 8977
EFFIE Act
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 21, 2026
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17](R-NY)Sponsor
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