Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]
Democrat · GA · 11 bills sponsored
To amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Defense to make certain limitations on the transfer of personal property to Federal and State agencies, and for other purposes.
# Bill Summary: HR 7766 **What the Bill Does** This bill would modify federal law to restrict how the Department of Defense transfers equipment and property to other government agencies—both federal agencies and state governments. While the specific limitations aren't detailed in the available information, the bill essentially gives the Secretary of Defense new guidelines about which agencies can receive military equipment and under what conditions. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects the Department of Defense and other government agencies that receive military equipment and supplies. It could impact state and local law enforcement agencies, National Guard units, and other federal agencies that currently receive surplus or transferred Defense Department property. **Current Status** HR 7766 was introduced by Representative Hank Johnson (D-GA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No additional details about the specific limitations being proposed are available at this time.
Bivens Act of 2025
# Bivens Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Bivens Act of 2025 (HR 6091) is currently in congressional committee and has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. Based on its name and sponsorship, this bill likely relates to *Bivens v. Six Unknown Named Agents*, a landmark Supreme Court case that allows citizens to sue federal agents for constitutional violations. However, without access to the full bill text, the specific provisions—whether it would expand, restrict, or clarify existing lawsuit rights against federal employees—cannot be determined from the information provided. **Who It Affects:** If passed, the bill would likely impact federal law enforcement and other government employees, as well as citizens who believe their constitutional rights have been violated by federal agents. It could also affect federal agencies and the Department of Justice, which often defends federal agents in such lawsuits. **Current Status:** The bill is still in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. For more detailed information about specific provisions, you would need to review the complete bill text on Congress.gov.
Constitutional Accountability Act
# Constitutional Accountability Act (HR 6092) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Constitutional Accountability Act is currently in committee and hasn't advanced to a full floor vote. Based on its title and sponsor, the bill appears designed to address accountability measures related to constitutional matters, though specific provisions aren't detailed in the information available. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact mechanisms and requirements cannot be confirmed. **Who It Affects:** The scope of impact depends on the bill's specific provisions, which would determine whether it targets government officials, agencies, the courts, or other entities. The bill's current status—stuck in committee—means it has not yet received sufficient support to move forward in the legislative process. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6092 remains in committee with no recent movement toward passage. For detailed information about what this bill specifically proposes, you would need to consult the full bill text on Congress.gov, where you can find the exact language and any amendments that have been proposed.
FAIR Act of 2025
# FAIR Act of 2025 Summary I don't have access to the detailed text or specific provisions of HR 5350 (FAIR Act of 2025) in my training data, so I cannot accurately summarize what this bill would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. To get accurate information, I recommend: - **Congress.gov** - Search for "HR 5350" to see the full bill text, sponsor details, and current status - **Representative Johnson's official website** - Often includes summaries of sponsored legislation - **Reputable news sources** - Major outlets often cover significant bills with plain-language explanations If you can share the bill's text or summary, I'd be happy to help break it down into plain language for you.
RAP Act of 2025
# RAP Act of 2025 Summary The RAP Act of 2025 (HR 4678) is a bill introduced by Representative Hank Johnson of Georgia that is currently under review in a House committee. Unfortunately, the bill's specific details—including its full name, stated purpose, and key provisions—are not publicly available in the information provided. Without access to the bill's text or summary, it's not possible to accurately describe what it would do, who it would affect, or what specific provisions it contains. To get accurate information about this bill, you can visit Congress.gov, where you can search for HR 4678 to read the full text, view a summary of its provisions, check its current status, and track any votes or amendments.
Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2025
# Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization Act of 2025 This bill would fundamentally change how Supreme Court justices serve, establishing a fixed 18-year term limit for new justices instead of allowing them to serve for life. Under this proposal, each presidential term would typically result in one new Supreme Court appointment, creating more regular turnover on the nation's highest court. The bill would also modernize retirement benefits for justices, though the specific details of those changes are not listed in the available summary. The legislation would affect future Supreme Court appointments and potentially reshape the Court's composition over time. Current justices would not be impacted by the term limits, as the change would apply only to newly appointed justices going forward. Supporters argue this would reduce the politicization of Court vacancies and provide more predictability in appointments, while opponents contend that lifetime tenure protects judicial independence. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Hank Johnson (D-GA). As with all bills in early stages, its prospects for passage remain uncertain.
Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2025
# Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act of 2025 — Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would establish new ethics rules and transparency requirements for Supreme Court justices. While the full details aren't specified in the available information, the bill's title indicates it would likely create ethics standards for justices, set guidelines for when justices should recuse (remove) themselves from cases due to conflicts of interest, and require greater public disclosure of Supreme Court operations and decision-making processes. **Who it affects:** The bill directly targets the nine Supreme Court justices and the Court itself. Indirectly, it could affect the American public by potentially increasing transparency about how the nation's highest court operates and decides major cases. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Hank Johnson (D-Georgia) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No further action has been taken at this time.
Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act
# Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act Summary **What the bill would do:** The Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act would create a new federal grant program to help pay for public transportation operating costs in areas that currently lack adequate transit options. If passed, the Department of Transportation would distribute grants to cities, states, and Native American tribes to fund things like expanding bus or transit routes, improving technology systems, and training transit workers. The program specifically targets underserved communities and economically struggling areas. **Who it affects:** This bill primarily impacts communities with limited public transportation options, transit-dependent populations (people who rely on buses or public transit rather than personal vehicles), and local governments that operate transit systems. Eligible recipients include urbanized areas, rural regions, and Indian tribes that already receive federal transit funding. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Hank Johnson (D-GA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
TRUST Act
# TRUST Act Summary I appreciate your request, but I'm unable to provide a detailed summary of this bill because the information provided is incomplete. The legislative database entry you've shared only includes basic metadata (bill number, sponsor, status, and title) but doesn't include the actual bill text or its provisions. To give you an accurate summary of what the TRUST Act would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the full bill language. You can find this by: - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for "HR 3150" - Checking the House Clerk's website - Reviewing your sponsor Rep. Hank Johnson's official website Once you locate the full text, I'd be happy to summarize it in plain language for you. Alternatively, if you can share the bill's text or summary section, I can provide the analysis you're looking for.
JUDGES Act of 2025
# Summary of the JUDGES Act of 2025 **What the bill would do:** The JUDGES Act proposes creating 64 new federal judge positions—63 permanent and 1 temporary—to address what supporters describe as understaffing in the federal court system. These judgeships would be distributed across 14 states, with California receiving the most (20 new judges) and several states receiving one each. The bill also requires two district courts (one in California and one in Texas) to hold court proceedings in additional locations to improve access. **Who it affects and key provisions:** This bill would impact the federal judiciary, court efficiency, and potentially the legal cases of millions of Americans who use the federal court system. The new judgeships would be created gradually over a 10-year period beginning in 2029, rather than all at once. The largest allocations go to high-population states like California, Texas, Florida, and New York, which tend to have higher caseloads. The bill also adds College Station as a new court location in Texas. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It was introduced by Representative Hank Johnson (D-GA) in the 119th Congress.
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their unique contribution to Civil Rights, which inspired a revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel.
# Summary of HR 945: Congressional Gold Medal for Freedom Riders **What the Bill Does:** This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders—a collective honor recognizing their civil rights activism. The Freedom Riders were groups of activists who, beginning in 1961, traveled by bus through the American South to challenge racial segregation laws in interstate transportation. A Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors the U.S. Congress can bestow and typically results in a medal being displayed in the Smithsonian Institution. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The bill honors the Freedom Riders as a group rather than individual members, acknowledging their contribution to advancing civil rights and inspiring broader equality movements. The medal would commemorate their specific campaign against segregation in interstate travel, which was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement. While the honor is primarily symbolic, it represents official national recognition of their historical significance. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in committee (HR 945 in the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, a Democrat from Georgia.