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H.R. 151 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026

Equal Representation Act

H.R. 151 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026), the Equal Representation Act, was introduced on Jan 3, 2025, sponsored by Chuck Edwards with 66 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Jan 3, 2025
Co-sponsors
66
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics

What it does

Equal Representation Act This bill requires that the statement sent by the President to Congress after the decennial census indicating the number of persons in each state exclude noncitizens. (This statement is the basis for reapportionment of U.S.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Official title

Equal Representation Act of 2025

Sponsor

Chuck Edwards (R-NC). Co-sponsors: 66 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 3, 2025
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 536. (Apr 21, 2026)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 151 (119th Congress): Equal Representation Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/119-hr-151/equal-representation-act (accessed 2026-10-13).