Mike Bost
Republican
House of Representatives
IL-12
Representative from Illinois, District 12
Campaign Finance
Sponsored Bills
Representative from Illinois, District 12
Votes Cast
472
23.1% missed
Bills Sponsored
25
100% advanced past introduction
Missed Votes
109
out of 472 total
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1501) to amend the FAST Act to include certain mineral production activities as a covered project, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9436) to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490) providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4795) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit an institution that participates in a nonexpressive commercial boycott of Israel from being eligible for certain funds under that Act, to require an institution that participates in certain programs under that Act to certify that students are not unreasonably obstructed from participating in academic programs in Israel, and for other purposes; and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1501) to amend the FAST Act to include certain mineral production activities as a covered project, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9436) to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490) providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4795) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit an institution that participates in a nonexpressive commercial boycott of Israel from being eligible for certain funds under that Act, to require an institution that participates in certain programs under that Act to certify that students are not unreasonably obstructed from participating in academic programs in Israel, and for other purposes; and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rules.
A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8035) to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through October 20, 2027, and for other purposes.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8035) to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through October 20, 2027, and for other purposes.
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Jun 10, 2026
This bill would expand benefits for veterans and their families, including disability compensation and housing loan eligibility. It would also improve access to healthcare, mental health services, and streamline the claims process. Many changes aim to make the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) more efficient and responsive to veterans' needs.
Jun 9, 2026
This bill would let federal employees and retirees electronically transfer money from their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts to other qualified retirement plans. This new option would start one year after the bill becomes law, making it easier and faster to manage their retirement savings. Currently, such transfers may not be electronic.
May 19, 2026
Summary pending...
Dec 17, 2025
Farmers and farm businesses would find it easier to get direct loans from the USDA for buying land, running their farms, or handling emergencies. Currently, individuals or businesses usually need to own more than 50% of a farm to qualify. This bill would lower that requirement to at least 50% and create new ways for different types of farm operators and businesses to get help.
Dec 16, 2025
Summary pending...
Dec 15, 2025
This bill would let the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) build a major new medical facility in St. Louis, Missouri. It would authorize setting aside up to $1,762,668,000 to pay for a new bed tower, expanded clinics, and other buildings. This means veterans in the St. Louis area would get updated and expanded healthcare services starting in the government's budget year 2026.
Jul 23, 2025
Summary pending...
Jul 22, 2025
This bill would create a new federal program to fix and upgrade rural roads and bridges. It aims to make it easier and safer for farmers and agricultural businesses to move their products and supplies. The program would also help reduce the number of old bridges with weight limits in rural areas.
Jun 27, 2025
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) would identify its facilities that could save money by treating medical waste on-site. The VA would then set up and run these systems at those facilities. This could reduce the need for outside medical waste contractors and potentially improve facility efficiency.
Jun 12, 2025
Summary pending...
Jun 10, 2025
Today, local nonprofits and private companies that run water treatment systems often can't get federal money to improve their facilities. This bill would let them apply for financial help from state clean water funds for projects like building new systems or making upgrades. This could lead to better water services for the communities these groups serve.
Jun 9, 2025
This bill would make it easier for veterans to appeal decisions about their benefits. The Board of Veterans' Appeals could not reject some appeals just for lack of new evidence. It would also extend certain limits on veterans' pension payments until January 2035.