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More Voices in Congress: Increasing Citizen Representation

This bill aims to increase the number of representatives in the House of Representatives so that every citizen has a more proportional voice in Congress. This means your representative will have fewer people to represent, potentially making it easier to connect and better understand your needs. The bill seeks to ensure that every vote counts more, regardless of where you live.
Key points
Increasing the number of representatives in the House to reduce the number of citizens per representative.
Equalizing the number of citizens represented by one representative to that of the least populous state, enhancing the impact of individual votes.
Establishing a commission to recommend the optimal number of representatives in case of significant population changes, ensuring system flexibility.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_643
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2023-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equal Voices Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_643.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increasing the number of representatives in the House to reduce the number of citizens per representative.
  • Equalizing the number of citizens represented by one representative to that of the least populous state, enhancing the impact of individual votes.
  • Establishing a commission to recommend the optimal number of representatives in case of significant population changes, ensuring system flexibility.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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