Harris, Andy [R-MD-1]
Republican · MD · 3 bills sponsored
For the relief of Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang.
# Summary of HR 7339 **What the Bill Does:** This is a private relief bill, a type of legislation that provides assistance to a specific individual rather than creating broad policy changes. HR 7339 would provide relief to Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang, though the bill's official summary doesn't specify what form this relief takes or the circumstances behind the request. Private relief bills typically address situations where Congress believes an individual has been treated unfairly by the government or deserves special consideration. **Who It Affects:** Only Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang would be directly affected by this bill. However, the exact nature of the relief and why it's being sought isn't detailed in the available bill information. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Andy Harris (R-MD) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Without more detailed bill text, it's unclear what specific relief is being proposed or whether the bill has support for passage.
To amend the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require prior approval from Congress before the Comptroller General may pursue a civil action under such Act, and for other purposes.
# HR 4229 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would change the rules for how the Government Accountability Office (GAO)—Congress's independent watchdog agency—can enforce laws about federal spending. Currently, if an agency refuses to release money that Congress has appropriated, the GAO can sue to force the release. This bill would require Congress to pass a special approval (a concurrent resolution) before the GAO could take any such legal action. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the executive branch (federal agencies) and Congress itself. It could impact any situation where a president tries to withhold or delay spending money that Congress has already approved. The change would give Congress more direct control over enforcement of budget laws, though supporters argue it prevents the GAO from acting independently without political oversight, while critics might contend it limits the GAO's ability to protect congressional budget authority. **Current Status:** HR 4229 was introduced by Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
# HR 4121: Agriculture Appropriations Bill for 2026 **What It Does:** This bill would allocate federal funding for fiscal year 2026 to various agriculture and food safety agencies. It covers the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and related organizations. The money would support programs ranging from farm subsidies and crop insurance to food safety inspections and agricultural research. **Who It Affects:** The bill impacts farmers, rural communities, food producers, and consumers. It funds programs that affect farm loans, crop insurance, food safety standards, agricultural research, and conservation efforts on farmland. It also influences commodity markets and agricultural trade policies. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Andy Harris (R-MD) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee review. It has not yet been voted on by the full House. Like all appropriations bills, it will need to pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President to become law.