Emanuel Cleaver
Representative · MO-5 · D
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 4, 2005
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Representative · MO-5 · D
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 4, 2005
Official websiteBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
489 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
H.R. 10739 · Strengthening the Medical Examiner and Coroner System Act of 2026
Introduced Oct 5, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 5, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Oct 5, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1603 · Expressing concern about the growing problem of book banning and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · original cosponsor · Arts, Culture, Religion
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1592 · Expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".
Introduced Oct 1, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · original cosponsor · Education
Latest action (Oct 1, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.R. 10600 · Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 24, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Sep 24, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R. 10585 · Civilian Climate Corps for Jobs and Justice Act
Introduced Sep 24, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Sep 24, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10476 · Glaucoma Vision Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 16, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 16, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Sep 16, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1539 · Affirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to defend the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments to the Constitution and to oppose efforts to intimidate voters, suppress the vote, or interfere with free and fair elections.
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.J.Res. 216 · Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 15, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 15, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.Res. 1522 · Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Missouri-Panama State Partnership Program and celebrating the enduring partnership between the State of Missouri and the Republic of Panama.
Introduced Sep 10, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 10, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Sep 10, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
H.Res. 1511 · Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Introduced Sep 3, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 3, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Sep 3, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 10227 · INSULIN Act of 2026
Introduced Sep 2, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 14, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Sep 2, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced Aug 27, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 1, 2026 · International Affairs
Latest action (Aug 27, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1474 · Supporting the designation of "Serbian American Heritage Month" and celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Serbian Americans to the United States.
Introduced Aug 3, 2026 · cosponsored Aug 3, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Aug 3, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R. 9986 · Read for Reentry Act of 2026
Introduced Jul 30, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 30, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Jul 30, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.Res. 1451 · Recognizing Charleston as the appropriate host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly.
Introduced Jul 23, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · International Affairs
Latest action (Jul 23, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R. 9941 · Right to IVF Act of 2026
Introduced Jul 23, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Jul 23, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, Armed Services, Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 9873 · Inclusive Democracy Act of 2026
Introduced Jul 22, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 22, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Jul 22, 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Con.Res. 114 · Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
Introduced Jul 21, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 21, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Jul 21, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.R. 9682 · Cure Hepatitis C Act of 2026
Introduced Jul 14, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Jul 14, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Natural Resources, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1427 · Expressing support for the designation of July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.
Introduced Jul 13, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 13, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Jul 13, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R. 9571 · Living Wage for Federal Contractors Act
Introduced Jul 2, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 2, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Jul 2, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.J.Res. 199 · Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to temporarily fill vacancies in the House of Representatives to further the continuity of Congress.
Introduced Jul 2, 2026 · cosponsored Jul 2, 2026 · original cosponsor · Congress
Latest action (Jul 2, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 9544 · Save MEDICARE Act of 2026
Introduced Jun 30, 2026 · cosponsored Jun 30, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Jul 17, 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.Res. 1384 · Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress must urgently take all appropriate measures to guarantee civil rights and fair political representation to all Americans.
Introduced Jun 24, 2026 · cosponsored Oct 13, 2026 · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Latest action (Jun 24, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 9370 · Protect Local Funding Act
Introduced Jun 18, 2026 · cosponsored Jun 18, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Jun 18, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.