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Data Protection, Veteran Tax Refunds, and Domestic Flag Procurement Mandate.

This Act introduces critical privacy protections by prohibiting data brokers from transferring Americans' sensitive personal data to foreign adversaries. It also provides direct financial relief to veterans by enabling them to recover improperly withheld taxes from combat-related severance pay. Furthermore, it mandates that federal agencies purchase only US flags manufactured entirely within the country, supporting domestic production.
Key points
Privacy Protection: Data brokers are banned from selling sensitive personal data (like geolocation, financial, or health information) of US individuals to foreign adversary countries or entities they control.
Veteran Finances: Veterans who had taxes improperly withheld from combat-related severance payments since 1991 will be notified and provided instructions to file amended returns to recover the money.
Fire Response Funding: New standard procedures are established for federal agencies to quickly reimburse local fire departments for costs incurred during fire suppression efforts.
Domestic Procurement: Federal agencies are required to purchase US flags that are 100% manufactured in the United States using domestically sourced materials.
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VOTING RESULTS
2026-01-08
54%
For 230
Against 196
Abstain 0
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Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1834
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2025-03-04
Voting date: 2026-01-08
Voting no: 11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Breaking the Gridlock Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1834.

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 2025-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Privacy Protection: Data brokers are banned from selling sensitive personal data (like geolocation, financial, or health information) of US individuals to foreign adversary countries or entities they control.
  • Veteran Finances: Veterans who had taxes improperly withheld from combat-related severance payments since 1991 will be notified and provided instructions to file amended returns to recover the money.
  • Fire Response Funding: New standard procedures are established for federal agencies to quickly reimburse local fire departments for costs incurred during fire suppression efforts.
  • Domestic Procurement: Federal agencies are required to purchase US flags that are 100% manufactured in the United States using domestically sourced materials.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Senate returned papers to the House.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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