US Representative

Sylvester Turner Authored & Sponsored Legislation

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Co-Sponsor of Legislation

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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB945

Introduced
2/4/25  
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.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB989

Introduced
2/5/25  
To codify Executive Order 11246 titled "Equal Employment Opportunity".
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB995

Introduced
2/5/25  
No Tax Breaks for Outsourcing Act
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB999

Introduced
2/5/25  
Right to Contraception Act
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR116

Introduced
2/5/25  
Condemning the pardons for individuals who were found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police Officers.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR151

Introduced
2/21/25  
Refer
2/21/25  
This resolution expresses support for the designation of International Black Aviation Professionals Day. It also encourages the observation of the day through recognition and celebration of the contributions of Black aviation professionals.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR159

Introduced
2/24/25  
This resolution supports the designation of Public Schools Week.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR166

Introduced
2/26/25  
Expressing support for the Iranian people's desires for a democratic, secular, and nonnuclear Republic of Iran, and condemning the Iranian regime's terrorism, regional proxy war, internal suppression, and for other purposes.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR23

Introduced
1/9/25  
Proxy Voting for New Parents ResolutionThis resolution authorizes proxy voting in the House of Representatives for a Member who has given birth or whose spouse has given birth and pregnant Members who are unable to travel safely or have a serious medical condition.Under the resolution, a qualifying Member may designate a proxy to cast a vote in a committee, the Committee of the Whole, or on the House floor; however, proxies will not be counted for purposes of establishing a quorum. The proxy designation is valid for up to 12 weeks.To designate a proxy for House and Committee of the Whole votes, the Member must submit a signed and dated letter to the Clerk stating the Member’s qualifying circumstances and the name and state of the Member who has agreed to be designated as proxy. A Member who has designated a proxy according to these requirements may also designate a proxy for committee votes. To designate a proxy for committee votes, the Member must provide the committee chair and ranking minority member with a signed and dated letter specifying another member of the committee to cast a proxy vote. The resolution further provides that a Member may revoke the proxy authorization by (1) casting the Member’s own vote; (2) recording the Member’s own presence in the House or in the Committee of the Whole; or (3) in a committee, by submitting a signed letter to the chair and ranking minority member.
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Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR30

Introduced
1/9/25  
This resolution honors the life, achievements, legacy, and distinguished public service of former President Jimmy Carter. The resolution also (1) acknowledges President Carter's contributions to the state of Georgia, the United States, and the world; and (2) establishes his legacy as one of the great leaders and statesmen of the United States.