Freedom from Government Surveys Act

House Bill

H.R. 4820

119th Congress

Freedom from Government Surveys Act

In Committee

Introduced:Jul 29, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles J. Fleischmann

Representative

Republican

TN-3

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Economics and Public Finance

Summary

This bill provides annual funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It allocates money for federal transportation programs like aviation, highways, and transit, as well as housing assistance and community development initiatives. The bill aims to support the nation's infrastructure and housing needs.

Latest Action

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 4820 would be postponed.

SponsorCharles J. Fleischmann (R-TN)

Introduced7/29/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

ChamberHouse

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Freedom from Government Surveys Act

This bill provides annual funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It allocates money for federal transportation programs like aviation, highways, and transit, as well as housing assistanc

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This bill provides annual funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It allocates money for federal transportation programs like aviation, highways, and transit, as well as housing assistance and community development initiatives. The bill aims to support the nation's infrastructure and housing needs.

Bill Number: 4820
Sponsor: Charles J. Fleischmann (R-TN)
Introduced: 7/29/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Policy Area: Economics and Public Finance

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Fact Sheet

Title: Freedom from Government Surveys Act
Bill Number: 4820
Sponsor: Charles J. Fleischmann (R-TN)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced: 7/29/2025
Summary: This bill provides annual funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It allocates money for federal transportation programs like aviation, highways, and transit, as well as housing assistance and community development initiatives.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill provides annual funding for the Department of Transportation, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It allocates money for federal transportation programs like aviation, highways, and transit, as well as housing assistance and community development initiatives. The bill aims to support the nation's infrastructure and housing needs.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024 This bill provides FY2024 appropriations to the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and several related agencies. The bill provides appropriations to DOT for <ul> <li> the Office of the Secretary, </li> <li>the Federal Aviation Administration, </li> <li> the Federal Highway Administration, </li> <li> the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, </li> <li> the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, </li> <li> the Federal Railroad Administration, </li> <li> the Federal Transit Administration, </li> <li> the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, </li> <li> the Maritime Administration, </li> <li> the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and </li> <li> the Office of Inspector General. </li> </ul> The bill provides appropriations to HUD for <ul> <li> Management and Administration, </li> <li> Public and Indian Housing,</li> <li> Community Planning and Development, </li> <li> Housing Programs, </li> <li> the Federal Housing Administration, </li> <li> the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae), </li> <li> Policy Development and Research, </li> <li> Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, </li> <li> the Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes, </li> <li>the Information Technology Fund, and </li> <li> the Office of Inspector General. </li> </ul> The bill also provides appropriations to several related agencies, including <ul> <li> the Access Board, </li> <li> the Federal Maritime Commission, </li> <li> the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) Office of Inspector General, </li> <li> the National Transportation Safety Board,</li> <li> the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation,</li> <li>the Surface Transportation Board, and</li> <li> the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness. </li> </ul> Additionally, the bill sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Provides funding for federal transportation agencies and programs, including the Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, and Federal Transit Administration.
Allocates money for HUD programs related to public housing, community planning, and fair housing initiatives.
Appropriates funds for related agencies like the National Transportation Safety Board and Amtrak Office of Inspector General.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would impact a wide range of Americans by supporting the country's transportation systems and housing programs. It would provide funding for initiatives that affect commuters, air travelers, public housing residents, and more. The bill's passage could lead to improvements in infrastructure, public transit, and affordable housing access across the United States.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Economics and Public Finance

Related Subjects

Access Board

Administrative law and regulatory procedures

Alaska Natives and Hawaiians

Appalachian Regional Commission

Appropriations

Asia

Aviation and airports

California

Caribbean area

Child safety and welfare

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4820, 119th Congress (2025). "Freedom from Government Surveys Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4820

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