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House Expansion Commission: More Voices in Congress?

This bill establishes a commission to study if and how to expand the House of Representatives. The goal is to better represent citizens, as currently one representative serves nearly 800,000 people. The commission will assess the costs and challenges of such a change, as well as its impact on the effectiveness of Congress.
Key points
A commission will be established to study expanding the House of Representatives, potentially giving your voice more weight and your representative more time for you.
The commission will evaluate how expanding the House would affect costs, office space, and staffing, which could impact public spending.
The commission's report will include proposals on how to expand the House to better serve citizens and strengthen Congress's role in representing the public.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2797
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2025-04-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

House Expansion Commission Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2797.

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 2025-04-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A commission will be established to study expanding the House of Representatives, potentially giving your voice more weight and your representative more time for you.
  • The commission will evaluate how expanding the House would affect costs, office space, and staffing, which could impact public spending.
  • The commission's report will include proposals on how to expand the House to better serve citizens and strengthen Congress's role in representing the public.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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