This month we added 6,508 new statements, 117 new bills & resolutions, and tracked elections happening around the country! Want to follow the news without all the spin? You'll find that here; in our research wrap-up for the month of July.
Hot Topics
Immigration
Immigration has been much-discussed lately. See statements from officials here.
Did you know you can also see what 2020 presidential candidates have said? See that on the Vote Smart website as well.
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
This week, Trump signed the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Reauthorization Bill into law. See what your representatives said about the issue here.
Mueller Report
Robert Mueller's testimony before the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees was discussed by many. See statements on the issue here.
Votes
Border Funding
Congress voted on a bill appropriating funds for humanitarian assistance and security at the southern border. Did you see our in-depth explainer email? Check it out here if not.
Election Security
The US House voted to establish election security grant programs and requirements for voting systems and paper ballots. See more of our coverage here.
National Defense Authorization Act
The House has voted on the National Defense Authorization Act, appropriating defense funding and setting policies for the Department of Defense. See how your representative voted here.
House Resolution 489
The House voted 240-187 on a resolution disapproving of President Donald Trump's comments from July 14th. See how your representatives voted here.
Administration Changes
Department of Labor
Secretary of Labor Alex Acosta announced his resignation due to his involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal See what your representatives are saying about this right here.
Department of Defense
The Senate voted 90-8 to confirm Mark Esper as the Secretary of Defense. Click here to find out more about him, then see how your senators voted.
Thanks for following along with us this month. We'll be back with more updates soon.