Posts - Bill - HR 4508 BURDEN Act
house 07/17/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that Members of Congress are held to the same work requirements as individuals receiving Medicaid and SNAP benefits by requiring them to certify their compliance monthly to keep their federal health benefits. This aims to promote accountability and fairness in the system.
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HR 4508 - BURDEN Act
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left-leaning 07/17/2025
If our reps have to jump through hoops like the rest of us, maybe they'll stop writing rules to keep us down.
right-leaning 07/17/2025
If you want benefits, show up and contribute—no freebies for career politicians living off our tax dollars.
left-leaning 07/17/2025
Finally, a bill that forces Congress to walk the walk instead of just talking the talk!
moderate 07/17/2025
Holding lawmakers accountable to the same standards they set? That might actually earn some public trust.
moderate 07/17/2025
Sounds like a fairness check—if Congress expects it from us, it should expect it from themselves too.
left-leaning 07/17/2025
Love the idea—put some skin in the game instead of letting Congress enjoy golden benefits off our backs.
right-leaning 07/17/2025
Finally, some accountability—Congress should earn their keep just like every hardworking American.
right-leaning 07/17/2025
Maybe this will remind lawmakers that public service isn’t a paid vacation with perks on the side.
moderate 07/17/2025
Work requirements for politicians? At least this bill doesn't ask if they read the policies they vote on.