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Pending vote119-hr-5340
To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
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119-hr-4058·Nov 20, 2025·78% of R voted YES
Enhancing Stakeholder Support and Outreach for Preparedness Grants Act
McDowell’s Leadership Drives Change at FHFA to Keep American Dream Within Reach of Millions
Position: Congressman McDowell supports FHFA's decision to allow Actual Cash Value homeowners insurance policies for federally backed mortgages instead of requiring full Replacement Cost Value coverage, arguing this reduces insurance premiums and makes homeownership more affordable for families.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Addison McDowell applauds the action from Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte and the Trump Administration to address federal guidance that had limited consumer choice in homeowners insurance and increased entry level costs for families seeking to buy a home.
The action follows a letter led by McDowell and cosigned by over forty-five House Republicans urging FHFA to revisit guidance that restricted Actual Cash Value (ACV) homeowners insurance policies for federally backed mortgages. The prior policy required full Replacement Cost Value (RCV) coverage, which industry experts warned significantly raised insurance premiums and risked pricing many families out of the housing market.
“We should be doing everything in our power to make homeownership attainable - especially in rural towns," McDowell said. “I commend Director Pulte and the Trump Administration’s action in restoring common-sense consumer choice to the housing market.”
The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies praised Congressman McDowell for his leadership to keep the American dream of homeownership within reach of millions.
“Consumers deserve a market for insurance that offers them any number of products designed to meet their needs and their budgets. NAMIC thanks Congressman McDowell for his strong leadership and tireless resolve in pushing back against this costly coverage mandate to keep the dream of home ownership within reach for millions of Americans.” – Jimi Grande, NAMIC SVP – Federal & Political Affairs
FHFA Director Pulte released the following quote following the removal of certain homeowner insurance requirements.
“Thanks to President Trump’s landslide victory, we are replacing a disruptive and expensive Biden insurance mandate with commonsense policies for today’s market,” said FHFA Director William J. Pulte. “Lower insurance costs and mortgage rates shrink the monthly payment of a new mortgage, giving new homebuyers confidence that they can afford the American dream.”
Read the full copy of the letter here.
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What They Are Saying: McDowell Builds Growing Coalition for the PRESS Act
Position: The PRESS Act (H.R. 7184) targets the manufacture and trafficking of fentanyl by imposing stricter penalties on the importation and distribution of pill press machines and chemical precursors used by drug cartels. The bill aims to close federal law enforcement loopholes and hold foreign actors accountable for fentanyl production.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Since introducing the PRESS Act, H.R. 7184, on January 21, Congressman Addison McDowell has continued to build strong momentum in the House of Representatives and among leading law enforcement organizations. The bipartisan bill now has 22 cosponsors and endorsements from the National Fraternal Order of Police, the North Carolina Fraternal Order of Police, and FDD Action.
What Members of Congress Are Saying
Rep. Craig Goldman (TX-12):
“In Texas, I was proud to sponsor legislation to severely punish individuals who obtain and distribute fentanyl. We must expand this effort nationwide. I’m grateful for Rep. McDowell’s leadership in combating the spread of fentanyl, and I proudly support his PRESS Act. This smart legislation will equip law enforcement and prosecutors with the tools they need to better protect Americans. Sadly, fentanyl overdoses and poisonings are the number one killer of our 18–45-year-olds in our country,” said Congressman Craig Goldman.
Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11):
"The fentanyl crisis in America has been fueled by the Biden administration's reckless border policies and sophisticated criminal networks that mass-produce this deadly drug and smuggle it into our communities. The PRESS Act goes after the source of that destruction by targeting the pill press machines and chemical components that drug cartels depend on to manufacture these illegal drugs. This legislation will close dangerous loopholes in federal laws, strengthen penalties for traffickers, and expand our ability to hold foreign bad actors accountable for the harm they inflict on American families. I am proud to support this bill, and I thank my friend Congressman McDowell for sponsoring it to help stop the flow of fentanyl at the source," said Congressman August Pluger.
Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14):
“Foreign bad actors are importing pill press machines and the chemicals needed to manufacture fake fentanyl pills right here in the United States. These machines can churn out thousands of deadly pills every hour that are murdering Americans at incomprehensible rates. The PRESS Act gives federal prosecutors the authority to go after anyone who brings this equipment into our country and put real time behind bars for it. If you are helping produce drugs that kill Americans, you will be held accountable. End of story,” said Congressman Randy Weber.
Rep. Brandon Gill (TX-26):
"Illicit drugs smuggled over our southern border have claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. Any foreign bad actor who aids and abets the production of fentanyl must be punished to the fullest extent of the law. I am proud to cosponsor Rep. McDowell’s legislation that puts serious penalties on this grave crime,” said Congressman Brandon Gill.
What Law Enforcement Leaders Are Saying
National Fraternal Order of Police :
Read the National FOP letter here
"I’m writing on behalf of the members of the Fraternal Order of Police to advise you of our support for H.R. 7184, the “Preventing Rogue Equipment for synthetic substances (PRESS) Act.” National Fraternal Order of Police President, Patrick Yoes continued. “On behalf of the more than 382,000 members of the Fraternal Order of police, thank you for your leadership on this important issue.”
North Carolina Fraternal Order of Police:
Read the North Carolina FOP letter here
"This legislation [H.R. 7184] addresses a serious vulnerability in our current enforcement framework: the unchecked importation of pill press machines and unlisted precursor chemicals used to mass produce counterfeit narcotics with the United States. Table-top pill presses capable of producing thousands of pills per hour have allowed cartels and transnational criminal organizations to shift from smuggling finished pills to manufacturing them domestically, increasing both the availability and lethality of these substances in our communities,” North Carolina Fraternal Order of Police President Chet Effler continued. “On behalf of our members across the State of North Carolina, we thank you for your leadership on this important issue.”
What National Security Advocates Are Saying
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) Action:
“Stopping the flow of fentanyl and other illicit narcotics into American communities requires addressing all aspects of the supply chain. The PRESS Act helps fill a crucial gap by targeting the equipment used by drug traffickers to produce pills and tablets. FDD Action is proud to support this legislation,” said Connor Pfeiffer, Senior Director of Government Relations, FDD Action.
The PRESS Act has strong bipartisan support with 22 cosponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives, including:
Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-OK-5), Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX-14), Rep. Brian Jack (R-GA-3), Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24), Rep Ruby Yakym (R-IN-2), Rep Craig Goldman (R-TX-12), Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC-10), Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX-22), Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC-11), Rep Marlin Stutzman (R-IN-3), Rep Mike Carey (R-OH-15), Rep. Robert Bresnahan (R-PA-8), Rep. Jake Ellzey (R-TX-6), Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL-13), Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX-5), Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-3), Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX-24), Rep. Pete Sessions (R-TX-17), Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX-26), Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX-11), Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA-3)
McDowell Introduces MTS CYBER Act to Support Coast Guard Cybersecurity Mission
Position: Rep. McDowell introduced legislation directing the Government Accountability Office to assess whether the Coast Guard has adequate funding, workforce, and tools to meet its cybersecurity mission for the maritime transportation system.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced the Marine Transportation System Cybersecurity Budget and Evaluation Report (MTS CYBER) Act of 2026. This legislation would support the Coast Guard by requiring the Government Accountability Office to assess whether the Coast Guard has the resources, workforce, and tools necessary to meet its cyber mission.
Following the introduction of the MTS CYBER Act, Rep. McDowell released the following statement:
“The Coast Guard is a major defender of our ports, terminals, and vessels against cyber threats – a critical component of our national security that is too often overlooked,” Rep. McDowell said. “Congress has a duty to make sure the Coast Guard has the resources and workforce it needs to carry out its cybersecurity responsibilities effectively. The MTS CYBER Act does exactly that.”
FDD Action, a leading national security advocacy organization, has endorsed the legislation and issued the following statement from Chief of Staff Zachary Jutcovich in support:
“Defending America’s maritime transportation systems (MTS) requires a network of capable partners working in concert. The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) plays a critical role in this effort, but it cannot deliver on its cybersecurity responsibilities without adequate funding and personnel. The MTS CYBER Act addresses this gap by assessing whether the USCG’s current capabilities and resources allow it to achieve its maritime cybersecurity mission. FDD Action supports this legislation and all efforts to identify vulnerabilities in our defenses and ensure those charged with protecting them have the tools to succeed,” said Zachary Jutcovich.
What the MTS CYBER Act does:
The MTS CYBER Act directs the Government Accountability Office to assess the funding and resource needs of the Coast Guard to fulfill its cybersecurity responsibilities, including:
Evaluating the sufficiency of the Coast Guard’s funding to carry out its cybersecurity responsibilities, including for personnel, training, and enforcement
Evaluating the Coast Guard’s ability to ensure that regulated entities like ports, cargo ships, etc., comply with cybersecurity requirements
Evaluating the cybersecurity guidance that the Coast Guard provides to industry stakeholders (incl. ports, shippers, etc.) and ensuring they are practicable and in alignment with federal benchmarks and industry best practices
Read the full bill text here.
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McDowell Calls for Cooperation With Federal Law Enforcement Following January 24 Minneapolis Tragedy
Position: The congressman argues that federal immigration enforcement cooperation is necessary to address public safety concerns in Minneapolis, and criticizes state and local officials for actions he claims have hindered law enforcement.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Addison McDowell released the following statement regarding the events that took place Saturday, January 24, in Minneapolis, MN:
“What happened on Saturday in Minneapolis was an avoidable tragedy.
ICE and Border Patrol have critical and dangerous jobs. Their jobs are made more dangerous by the actions and rhetoric of Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
President Trump’s decision to send Tom Homan to Minnesota will help to end the chaos and bring accountability to the situation.
The Governor and Mayor need to fully cooperate with Tom Homan to restore safety and root out violent illegal aliens from our streets.”
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McDowell Introduces PRESS Act to Crack Down on Fentanyl Pill Press Machines Loopholes
Position: Rep. McDowell introduced the PRESS Act to criminalize the importation of pill press machines and related equipment used to manufacture fentanyl and other controlled substances, with enhanced penalties for large-scale violations.
McDowell Introduces PRESS Act to Crack Down on Fentanyl Pill Press Machines Loopholes
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced the Preventing Rogue Equipment for Synthetic Substances (PRESS) Act, legislation to stop foreign drug traffickers from importing pill press machines used to develop the illegal fentanyl pills that have devastated American communities for generations.
“The fentanyl crisis didn’t happen by accident. It was engineered by cartels and criminal networks that exploit loopholes in our laws,” Rep. McDowell said. “As America continues to crack down on the narco-terrorists who built a billion-dollar industry on the lives of American families, we must close these loopholes. The PRESS Act shuts down their supply line by targeting the pill press machines that make mass production possible.”
The PRESS Act strengthens federal law to target the equipment cartels who rely on the mass production of deadly counterfeit narcotics, including tableting machines, encapsulating machines, and related components. Additionally, it expands U.S. jurisdiction to hold foreign actors accountable.
McDowell introduced the legislation with a number of original cosponsors, including:
Stephanie Bice (OK-05), Randy Weber (TX-14), Brian Jack (GA-03), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Rudy Yakym (IN-02), Craig Goldman (TX-24), Pat Harrigan (NC-10), Troy Nehls (TX-22), Chuck Edwards (NC-11), Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), Mike Carey (OH-15).
What the PRESS Act does:
Criminalizes the intentional importation of unlisted precursor chemicals and related equipment, including tableting machines, encapsulating machines, press punches, die systems, and gelatin capsules, that will be used to manufacture controlled substances
Adds criminal penalties for the unlawful importation of pill presses:
Up to 8 years for the illicit manufacturing or distribution of a tableting machine, encapsulating machine, press punch, die system, gelatin capsule, or related equipment and unlisted precursor chemical
Not more than 15 years for violations involving more than 1,000 kilograms of unlisted precursor chemicals or 100 tableting or encapsulating machines.
Read the full bill text here.
McDowell Moves to Bar Foreign Doctors Who Perform Irreversible Procedures on American Minors
Position: Congressman McDowell introduced legislation to impose visa sanctions on foreign doctors and clinics that perform gender transition procedures on American minors, and to bar such individuals from entering the United States.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced the Protecting Children from Foreign Mutilation Act, legislation endorsed by the American Principles Project and designed to close a dangerous loophole that allows foreign doctors and clinics to perform irreversible gender transition procedures on American children overseas and then freely enter the United States without repercussions.
As more states move to protect minors from these procedures, some are being encouraged to take children abroad to bypass U.S. safeguards. McDowell’s legislation responds by imposing visa sanctions on foreign individuals and institutions that perform, prescribe, or facilitate chemical or surgical gender interventions on American minors.
“This is about protecting kids, plain and simple,” said Congressman McDowell. “If a procedure is so extreme that it’s restricted in states here at home, we shouldn’t allow foreign actors to profit from it and then come back to the United States like nothing happened. American children deserve protection, not loopholes.”
“Voters gave Republicans a mandate to fix the Democrats’ immigration mess and root out evil from our health care system. The Protecting Children from Foreign Mutilation Act does both,” said Terry Schilling, President, American Principles Project. “American families deserve the very best care delivered by ethical doctors, not glorified butchers bearing dubious diplomas.”
ORIGINAL COSPONSORS: Congressman Josh Brecheen (OK-02), Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14), Congressman David Taylor (OH-02), Congressman Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), and Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14).
“America is on a path toward greatness, and protecting our children must be part of that future,” said Congressman Randy Weber. “We will not allow foreign providers to take advantage of American families or exploit loopholes to carry out irreversible procedures on U.S. minors. The Protecting Children from Foreign Mutilation Act draws a clear line by barring those individuals from entering the United States and puts the safety of our children first.”
"Foreigners who perform irreversible gender transition procedures on our children are not welcome here. Congress must continue our work to shield our children and families from falling victim to the Left's gender ideology, and I'm proud to support the Protecting Children from Foreign Mutilation Act,” said Congressman Dave Taylor.
The bill bars entry into the United States for foreign physicians and clinic operators involved in these procedures. It also applies visa sanctions to members of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), whose guidelines have been widely criticized for lacking age minimums for life-altering medical interventions.
In addition, the legislation creates a reporting mechanism to help identify foreign actors who should be barred from entry, while carving out protections for whistleblowers who speak out against these practices.
“There is no reason Washington should look the other way while American kids are harmed overseas,” McDowell added. “This bill draws a clear line – if you participate in the mutilation of American children, you are not welcome in this country.”
The Protecting Children from Foreign Mutilation Act builds on growing concern about radical medical practices targeting minors and reinforces Congress’s responsibility to defend children.
Read the full bill text here.
Source: GDELT 2.0 GKG, filtered to a curated list of national outlets. Inclusion is not endorsement; opinion pieces and reported news are mixed.
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.INNOVATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE4 contributions$20,000
2.EYE OF THE TIGER PACLeadership3 contributionsLeadership or single-issue PAC — specific positions and affiliated member of Congress not inferable from the name.AI · low$15,000
3.MAJORITY COMMITTEE PACLeadership3 contributionsLeadership PAC — likely affiliated with a member of Congress or caucus group; specific positions not inferable from the name.AI · low$15,000
4.AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEEIdeological3 contributionsPAC arm of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, federalized in 2021. Backs candidates of both parties who support U.S.-Israel security and economic ties.AI$15,000
5.EMMER PACLeadership3 contributionsMember-of-Congress leadership PAC affiliated with Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN) — directs contributions to allied Republican candidates and causes.AI$15,000
6.TRUMP 47 COMMITTEE, INC.Leadership1 contributionLeadership PAC affiliated with Donald Trump — supports Republican candidates and causes aligned with Trump's political agenda.AI$10,000
7.GROW THE MAJORITYLeadership1 contributionMember-of-Congress leadership PAC — supports allied candidates and party-building efforts to expand legislative majorities.AI$10,000
8.THINK BIG AMERICA PACIdeological2 contributionsSingle-issue or cause-driven PAC — specific policy positions not inferable from the name.AI · low$10,000
9.AMERICAN REVIVAL PACIdeological2 contributionsSingle-issue or ideological PAC — specific positions not clearly inferable from the name alone.AI · low$10,000
10.MR. SOUTHERN MISSOURIAN IN THE HOUSE PACLeadership2 contributionsMember-of-Congress leadership PAC — supports allied candidates and Democratic causes, likely affiliated with a House member representing southern Missouri.AI$10,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.SELF$16,852
2.WINKLEVOSS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT$14,000
3.ALG SENIOR$7,287
4.VETERANS GUARDIAN VA CLAIM CONSULTING$7,200
5.CLEARPATH FOUNDATION$7,000
6.FLOW AUTOMOTIVE$7,000
7.MASON JAR GROUP$7,000
8.WILD SPORTS$7,000
9.LDJ GLOBAL STRATEGIES$7,000
10.OGT$7,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
