Matt Van Epps
U.S. Representative · TN-7 · Republican
From public records: votes from Voteview, bills from congress.gov, money from FEC filings · votes updated Nov 4, 2026 · How we measure
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 349 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Van Epps’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 8
- Action in committee 2
- Action beyond committee 1
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
8 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 8 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
Sponsored 9 (median 26) · cosponsored 101 (median 294), 14 as an original cosponsor (signed on the day the bill was introduced). Medians are for all voting members of the House. From congress.gov.
Sponsored
- H.R. 10808 STORK ActTaxation · Introduced Oct 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10470 SHIELD for Victims Act of 2026Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1497 Commemorating the 13 United States servicemembers killed at Abbey Gate during and as a result of President Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9589 Declaration of Independence Reaffirmation Act of 2026Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9307 Web of Biological Data Act of 2026Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jun 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9232 Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense ActAuthorizes restrictions on unmanned aircraft near critical infrastructure facilities. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8281 Guard Equal Benefits for Federal Missions ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Apr 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8168 Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment ActRequires terrorism threat assessments for countries designated as major non-NATO allies. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Mar 30, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 7932 HONOR Gold Star Families ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Mar 12, 2026 In committee
Cosponsored
- H.R. 10737 Establishing Gold Standard Science ActScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Oct 5, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.Res. 1552 Supporting the designation of the week of September 20 through September 26, 2026, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10395 Critical Materials Future Act of 2025Energy · Introduced Sep 15, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 10299 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 83 East Park Street in Alamo, Tennessee, as the "Kenneth Nolen Davis Post Office".Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Sep 4, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- 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.Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Sep 3, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1507 Honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, a daughter of Tennessee whose extraordinary contributions to music, philanthropy, literacy, education, health, conservation, and culture enriched the lives of countless Americans.Arts, Culture, Religion · Introduced Sep 2, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1490 Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes.Condemns socialism and reaffirms support for elections and the Constitution. AI-readGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.Res. 1496 Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the evacuation of Afghanistan, the Gulf war era, and honoring Gulf war era veterans.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Aug 27, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10092 GATE Act of 2026Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Aug 13, 2026 · Joined Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10017 Permanent CBDC Ban ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Aug 3, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.Res. 1442 Supporting the designation of July 20, 2026, as "National Moon Landing Day".Science, Technology, Communications · Introduced Jul 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9743 TRUTH in Coverage Act of 2026Health · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 9701 Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act.Congress · Introduced Jul 15, 2026 · Joined Sep 8, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9369 GHOSTRUCK ActTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Jun 18, 2026 · Joined Jul 6, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9298 Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jun 11, 2026 · Joined Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9250 Great American Outdoors Act 250Reauthorizes and modifies federal funding for outdoor recreation and land conservation programs. AI-readPublic Lands and Natural Resources · Introduced Jun 10, 2026 · Joined Jul 22, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 9211 Jewish American Security ActAddresses security measures related to Jewish Americans. AI-readCivil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 · Joined Sep 8, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1310 Expressing support for continued efforts to safeguard Medicare, Medicaid, and other Federal health care programs from fraud, waste, abuse, and improper payments through strengthened program integrity measures, enhanced oversight, and coordinated enforcement actions, and recognizing the work of the Trump administration and congressional Republicans to investigate and prosecute fraud and protect taxpayer dollars and preserve the long-term sustainability of the Nation's health care safety net.Health · Introduced May 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8957 American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026Modernizes Federal Reserve operations and reserve requirements. AI-readFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced May 21, 2026 · Original cosponsor Out of committee
- H.R. 8944 Housing Regulatory Clarity Act of 2026Housing and Community Development · Introduced May 20, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 8843 FAFO ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced May 15, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 8770 SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026Establishes safeguards for transportation and public works programs or infrastructure. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced May 12, 2026 · Joined Jul 2, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.Res. 1252 Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.Expresses support for law enforcement officers and honors those killed in the line of duty. AI-readCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced May 4, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 8482 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify certain investment credit rules with respect to nuclear facilities.Taxation · Introduced Apr 23, 2026 · Joined May 26, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8332 Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry ActAllows special operations forces members to carry concealed firearms. AI-readCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Apr 16, 2026 · Joined May 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8194 Agent Orange Service Medal ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Apr 2, 2026 · Joined Sep 3, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8170 MATCH ActUnknown; bill summary not yet available. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Apr 2, 2026 · Joined Oct 1, 2026 Out of committee
- H.Res. 1128 Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security.Expresses House support for the Department of Homeland Security and full funding. AI-readImmigration · Introduced Mar 20, 2026 Passed a chamber
- H.R. 7764 National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026Reassigns and reforms funding for the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program. AI-readCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Mar 3, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 7773 Field Integration of Homeland Intelligence Act of 2026Unknown; bill title does not indicate substantive policy content. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Mar 3, 2026 · Joined Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7745 To establish certain requirements relating to wellness checks for the health and welfare of certain members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.Armed Forces and National Security · Introduced Mar 2, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 7678 Gun Owner Registration Information Protection ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 25, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 7703 Stop Illegal Alien Cops ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 25, 2026 · Joined Mar 19, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7704 VA Call Center Multi-Factor Authentication ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Feb 25, 2026 · Original cosponsor In committee
- H.R. 7651 Chloe Cole Act of 2026Unknown; bill summary not yet available. AI-readLaw · Introduced Feb 23, 2026 · Joined Jun 18, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 7540 United States-Israel FUTURES Act of 2026International Affairs · Introduced Feb 12, 2026 · Joined May 12, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7448 Modernizing and Improving the National Terrorism Advisory System Act of 2026Unable to determine bill content; no summary available. AI-readCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 9, 2026 · Original cosponsor Out of committee
- H.R. 7390 SELF DRIVE Act of 2026Bill title and summary unavailable; cannot determine bill's content or effects. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Feb 5, 2026 · Joined Apr 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7296 SAVE America ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jan 30, 2026 · Joined Feb 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7286 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to revoke the tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion.Taxation · Introduced Jan 30, 2026 · Joined Feb 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7184 PRESS ActUnknown; bill summary not yet available. AI-readCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jan 21, 2026 · Joined May 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7146 PORCUPINE ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Jan 16, 2026 · Joined Mar 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7058 Foreign Adversary AI Risk Assessment and Diplomacy ActRequires assessment and diplomatic response to artificial intelligence risks from foreign adversaries. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Jan 14, 2026 · Joined Jan 30, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 7008 Stop Insider Trading ActProhibits members of Congress and their families from buying stocks; requires public notice before selling. AI-readCongress · Introduced Jan 12, 2026 · Joined Jan 27, 2026 Introduced
- H.R. 6976 Duty Status Reform ActReforms duty status provisions for armed forces personnel. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Jan 8, 2026 · Joined Feb 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6875 AI OVERWATCH ActEstablishes oversight mechanism for artificial intelligence systems. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Dec 18, 2025 · Joined Oct 1, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 6796 Military CARE ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Dec 17, 2025 · Joined May 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6808 To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 417 West 7th Street in Columbia, Tennessee, as the "Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building".Names the Columbia, Tennessee postal facility the Pharmacist's Mate First Class John Harlan Willis Post Office Building. AI-readGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Dec 17, 2025 · Original cosponsor Out of committee
- H.R. 6466 Forced Abortion Prevention and Accountability ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Dec 4, 2025 · Joined May 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6222 ROTOR ActRequires aircraft to use ADS-B technology for tracking and communication; limits exceptions for government missions. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Nov 20, 2025 · Joined Feb 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 6130 ASAP ActNo summary available to determine bill content. AI-readHealth · Introduced Nov 19, 2025 · Joined Oct 9, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 5874 Firearm Access During Shutdowns ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Oct 31, 2025 · Joined Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5688 Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity ActEstablishes requirements for commercial driver's licenses issued to non-domiciled individuals. AI-readTransportation and Public Works · Introduced Oct 3, 2025 · Joined Mar 24, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 5483 Chloe Cole ActHealth · Introduced Sep 18, 2025 · Joined Jun 18, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5490 Dismantle Foreign Scam Syndicates ActRequires the President to sanction foreign persons responsible for online financial scams against U.S. nationals and establish an interagency task force. AI-readInternational Affairs · Introduced Sep 18, 2025 · Joined May 12, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 5438 Incentivize Savings ActRequires federal agencies to allocate unspent appropriations to debt and bonuses. AI-readEconomics and Public Finance · Introduced Sep 17, 2025 · Joined Feb 2, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 5437 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products ActShields manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products from certain lawsuits. AI-readLaw · Introduced Sep 17, 2025 · Joined May 13, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 5415 Nitazene Control Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Sep 16, 2025 · Joined May 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 5351 NSF AI Education Act of 2025Authorizes NSF scholarships, fellowships, and centers to promote artificial intelligence education and training. AI-readScience, Technology, Communications · Introduced Sep 15, 2025 · Joined Jun 8, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 4642 Fiscal Contingency Preparedness ActEstablishes procedures for federal agencies to prepare for and manage fiscal contingencies. AI-readGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 23, 2025 · Joined Apr 15, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 4620 To amend title 18, United States Code, to include rioting in the definition of racketeering activity.Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jul 22, 2025 · Joined Feb 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4448 Restoring Equal Opportunity ActHousing and Community Development · Introduced Jul 16, 2025 · Joined Feb 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4382 America’s Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jul 14, 2025 · Joined Apr 6, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4119 Polisario Front Terrorist Designation ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Jun 24, 2025 · Joined Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 4040 SALONS Stories ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jun 17, 2025 · Joined Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3921 STOP CSAM Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jun 11, 2025 · Joined Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 3057 National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Apr 29, 2025 · Joined May 11, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2725 Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2025Taxation · Introduced Apr 8, 2025 · Joined May 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2705 Nuclear Family Priority ActImmigration · Introduced Apr 8, 2025 · Joined Feb 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2410 Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets ActTaxation · Introduced Mar 27, 2025 · Joined Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2395 SHORT ActTaxation · Introduced Mar 27, 2025 · Joined Jul 21, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2442 Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act of 2025Taxation · Introduced Mar 27, 2025 · Joined Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2315 Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act of 2025Immigration · Introduced Mar 25, 2025 · Joined Feb 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2102 Major Richard Star ActAllows combat-disabled veterans to receive retirement pay and disability compensation concurrently without offset. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Mar 14, 2025 · Joined May 7, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2158 Countering Transnational Repression Act of 2025Establishes federal measures to counter transnational repression against individuals. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Mar 14, 2025 · Joined Apr 27, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 2089 Generating Retirement Ownership through Long-Term HoldingTaxation · Introduced Mar 11, 2025 · Joined Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 2039 Protecting the Right to Keep and Bear Arms Act of 2025Prohibits the President and HHS from declaring emergencies to impose gun control measures. AI-readEmergency Management · Introduced Mar 11, 2025 · Joined May 29, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1773 Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Mar 3, 2025 · Joined Sep 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1792 No Tax Dollars for the United Nation’s Immigration Invasion ActInternational Affairs · Introduced Mar 3, 2025 · Joined Feb 12, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1628 761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Feb 26, 2025 · Joined Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1631 Safe Access to Cash Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 26, 2025 · Joined Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1551 Protect and Serve Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Feb 25, 2025 · Joined Jun 24, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1521 DOC Access Act of 2025Health · Introduced Feb 24, 2025 · Joined May 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1502 North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal ActArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Feb 21, 2025 · Joined Jun 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1301 Death Tax Repeal ActTaxation · Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · Joined Apr 23, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1329 Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum ActDesignates a site on the National Mall for the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum. AI-readArts, Culture, Religion · Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · Joined Dec 17, 2025 Failed a floor vote
- H.R. 1340 More Homes on the Market ActTaxation · Introduced Feb 13, 2025 · Joined Jul 2, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1232 National Right-to-Work ActLabor and Employment · Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · Joined Sep 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1229 United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025International Affairs · Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · Joined Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1241 SAFE for America Act of 2025Immigration · Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · Joined Feb 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 987 Fair Access to Banking ActFinance and Financial Sector · Introduced Feb 5, 2025 · Joined Sep 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 1004 Love Lives On Act of 2025Allows surviving military spouses to remarry without losing dependency and indemnity compensation or Survivor Benefit Plan annuities. AI-readArmed Forces and National Security · Introduced Feb 5, 2025 · Joined Feb 13, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 925 Dismantle DEI Act of 2025Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Feb 4, 2025 · Joined Feb 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7 No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025Health · Introduced Jan 22, 2025 · Joined Jul 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 569 Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025Immigration · Introduced Jan 21, 2025 · Joined Mar 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 563 No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights ActCrime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Jan 20, 2025 · Joined Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 404 Hearing Protection ActTaxation · Introduced Jan 15, 2025 · Joined Jul 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 251 Legal Workforce ActImmigration · Introduced Jan 9, 2025 · Joined Feb 23, 2026 In committee
- H.J.Res. 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.Congress · Introduced Jan 6, 2025 · Joined Feb 17, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 45 FIND ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jan 3, 2025 · Joined Sep 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 116 Stopping Border Surges ActImmigration · Introduced Jan 3, 2025 · Joined Mar 16, 2026 In committee
